At a glance
- Closing date
- The listing does not give one. Employers often close early when they have enough applicants, so apply soon.
- Where
- Nairobi, Kenya
- How to apply
- On myjobmag.co.ke, where the employer takes applications.
- Similar roles
- 90 other open Legal & Compliance roles on the Kenya board right now.
- This employer
- Solvo Global has 38 open roles on RezSync.
Position Summary
The legal assistant provides administrative and case-related support to attorneys, helping to keep matters organized, clients informed, and deadlines met. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a law firm, manages routine responsibilities autonomously, and demonstrates sound judgment in identifying matters that require an attorney’s attention.
Key Responsibilities
Provide administrative and operational support to attorneys in case management.
Draft, review, and organize legal documentation and correspondence.
Manage calendars, hearings, meetings, appointments, and deadlines.
Maintain professional communication with clients regarding documentation, scheduling, and case follow-ups.
Assist with opening new files and gathering required information.
Manage and maintain electronic case files and records.
Coordinate meetings, calls, and other activities related to legal matters.
Monitor emails, correspondence, and tasks to ensure timely follow-through.
Assist with administrative processes, billing, and time entry.
Track deadlines and pending tasks, providing proactive follow-ups to attorneys.
Ensure the confidentiality of client and firm information.
Provide general administrative support as needed by the legal team.
Essential Requirements
2–4 years of experience as a Legal Assistant in a law firm (Mandatory)
Advanced English proficiency (B2+/C1 level) (Mandatory)
Experience in Estate Planning, Guardianship, Probate/Inheritance Litigation, and/or Elder Law (Mandatory)
Experience using Clio (essential requirement)
Solid knowledge of legal office procedures and client communication
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, PDF formatting, and document management tools
Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ideal Candidate Profile
The successful candidate must be professional, proactive, organized, and responsive, with an appropriate level of assertiveness. They should be able to communicate confidently with both attorneys and clients, anticipate needs, track tasks without requiring constant reminders, and take ownership of their responsibilities—seeking guidance when necessary.
Minimum qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
How to apply
Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.
Payroll Technical Support Specialist
Legal Assistant | Estate Planning, Probate & Guardianship Bilingüe
https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1384875
Similar open roles
- Risk and Compliance AssociateStrathmore University · Nairobi
- Director Road Safety And Compliance, Registration And Licensing- REF: NTSA/11/2026/01National Transport and Safety Authority · Nairobi
- Assistant Legal CounselGulf Energy · Nairobi
- Principal Clerk AssistantKitui County Assembly Service Board · Kitui
- Senior Principal Clerk AssistantKitui County Assembly Service Board · Kitui
- Assistant Director, Road Safety And Compliance - Registration– REF: NTSA/11/2026/04National Transport and Safety Authority · Nairobi
Get applications like this ready in minutes.
Set up your search once. RezSync matches you to open roles like this one and writes a cover letter for each from your CV. Roles that take applications on myjobmag.co.ke need one link from you; where employers take email applications, RezSync sends them for you.
More applications for less effort. Employers decide who they interview; RezSync does not guarantee a job.
Prefer to apply yourself? Apply on myjobmag.co.ke