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Lisa Joan  Wanjira

Lisa Joan Wanjira

Summary

Enthusiastic Legal Assistant using exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities to grow business. Uses extensive industry experience to offer expert knowledge of Public Relations and Legal background. Creatively solves problems and applies exceptional time management skills. Responsible for managing day to-day administration and legal support, performing interdepartmental and cross-regional communication with in-house departments. Dedicated and Committed Assistant with 10years experience.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Saluny Advocates LLP
09.2022 - Current
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
  • Prepared and managed attorney travel itineraries to optimize scheduling.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.

Legal Administrative Assistant

Kenya Water Towers Agency
11.2016 - 01.2022

· Supported with Board meeting presentations, finalising PowerPoint slides and turning around urgent research.

· Acted as the point of contact for clients and intermediaries, demonstrating technical skill and commercial awareness in meeting clients’ legal needs.

· Maintained client files and documentation in compliance with confidentiality standards, ensuring efficient retrieval and reference.

· Monitored and reported on regulatory developments to upper management.

· Contacted parties involved in cases and briefed judges and other court officials.

· Managed administrative elements of court affairs, working closely with other legal representatives.

· Fostered relationships with key media professionals, resulting in enhanced media exposure and coverage for clients.

· Managed social media accounts, engaging audiences and maintaining consistent brand representation online.

· Coordinated successful events, including press conferences and product launches, optimizing media attention and public engagement.

. Scheduled and coordinated meetings between legal teams and clients.

Legal Assistant/ Counselling

HIV&AIDs Tribunal
01.2013 - 10.2016

· Organised face-to-face and video/conference calls (external and internal), checking for conflicting scheduling appointments.

· Performed general filing duties including opening, closing and maintaining client files.

· Documented court proceedings and judgements.

· Generated papers summarising legal positions.

· Registration of HIV and Aids-related Cases and Counselling HIV and Aids Patients.

· Handled enquiries on court proceedings

· Collaborate with clients to gather and organize relevant information for legal proceedings and maintain strong client relationships.

· Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism, maintaining client confidentiality and adhering to ethical guidelines.

· Utilize case management software to track case statuses, appointments, and deadlines, resulting in improved workflow efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Public Relations

Daystar University
Kenya
09.2024

Law - Law

Mt. Kenya University
Nairobi
12.2014

Skills

  • Advanced Word Processing
  • Litigation Support
  • Office Management
  • Document Control
  • Data Management
  • Organizational Efficiency
  • Relationship Building
  • Document Preparation
  • Travel Coordination

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Saluny Advocates LLP
09.2022 - Current

Legal Administrative Assistant

Kenya Water Towers Agency
11.2016 - 01.2022

Legal Assistant/ Counselling

HIV&AIDs Tribunal
01.2013 - 10.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Public Relations

Daystar University

Law - Law

Mt. Kenya University
Lisa Joan Wanjira