Job Description
COURT CLERK — NAIROBI
Sokify is partnering with a respected boutique law firm in Nairobi to recruit a proactive and detail-oriented Court Clerk. This role sits at the heart of litigation operations, ensuring seamless coordination between the firm, courts, and regulatory bodies.
ABOUT THE ROLE
You'll be the backbone of the legal team's court interactions, managing the critical flow of documents, deadlines, and case progression. Your meticulous approach to filing, tracking, and organizing will keep matters moving forward smoothly through the Kenyan court system.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
You will prepare and submit legal documents to courts and government offices, attending court registries to file, collect, and process case materials. You'll monitor court dates, judgments, and case developments, keeping advocates informed of all progress. Managing comprehensive case files and registers falls within your scope, along with serving legal documents according to court protocols.
Your role extends to coordinating file movement between the firm, courts, and external agencies, retrieving and organizing documents needed for hearings, and assembling court bundles and litigation materials. You'll handle the scanning, archiving, and secure storage of confidential legal records while maintaining regular liaison with court staff, clients, and relevant offices. General administrative and clerical support within the legal department rounds out your duties.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
You'll hold a Diploma in Law, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related discipline. A minimum of three years' hands-on experience in a law firm or legal environment is required, with practical knowledge of court filing procedures and legal documentation. Familiarity with civil and commercial litigation processes is advantageous.
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES
Strong organizational abilities, excellent time management, and written and verbal communication skills are non-negotiable. You must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, proficiency in Microsoft Office, professionalism, self-motivation, and the capacity to work with minimal supervision.