Build Your Career with Us

We are always looking for talented, motivated legal professionals to join our growing team. At Abdiwahid & Associates, we invest in people and create careers, not just jobs.

Life at the Firm

Why Work at Abdiwahid & Associates

We have built a culture where talented legal professionals can thrive. Our attorneys work on high-quality, complex matters and have the opportunity to develop into rounded, commercially astute legal advisers.

Collaboration is central to how we operate. Junior lawyers work closely with experienced Partners and Senior Associates, benefiting from direct mentorship and genuine responsibility from an early stage in their careers.

We take professional development seriously. Every member of the team has a structured development plan, access to continuing legal education, and regular feedback and guidance from senior colleagues.

Team at work

Benefits

What We Offer

Competitive remuneration and performance-based bonuses
Structured mentorship and professional development programme
Continuing legal education sponsorship
Flexible working arrangements
Exposure to high-quality, complex legal work
Collegiate and supportive working environment
Opportunities for career advancement and partnership
Pro bono and community engagement opportunities

Current Openings

Join Our Team

We welcome applications from advocates who are passionate about law, committed to excellence, and eager to build meaningful careers.

Corporate LawNairobi, KenyaFull-Time

Senior Associate — Corporate & Commercial Law

We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join our Corporate & Commercial Law practice group. The successful candidate will advise on corporate transactions, M&A, and general commercial mandates.

Requirements:

  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with 5+ years post-admission experience
  • Strong experience in corporate transactions and commercial agreements
  • Excellent drafting, research, and analytical skills
  • Strong client management and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously
LitigationNairobi, KenyaFull-Time

Associate — Commercial Litigation

An exciting opportunity for a litigation-focused advocate to join our Commercial and Civil Litigation practice. The role involves court appearances, drafting pleadings, and managing a varied portfolio of disputes.

Requirements:

  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with 2-4 years experience
  • Experience in civil and commercial litigation in Kenyan courts
  • Confident court advocate with strong oral and written skills
  • Good organisational skills and ability to work under pressure
  • Interest in alternative dispute resolution is an advantage
ConveyancingNairobi, KenyaFull-Time

Conveyancing Associate

We are looking for a detail-oriented conveyancing advocate to support our growing property law practice. The role covers residential and commercial transactions, title searches, and registration.

Requirements:

  • Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with 2-5 years conveyancing experience
  • Knowledge of the Land Registration Act, Land Act, and related legislation
  • Experience in title due diligence and conveyancing documentation
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
  • Good client relationship management skills
PupillageNairobi, KenyaInternship

Legal Intern

We offer structured internship opportunities for law students and recent graduates seeking practical legal experience. Interns are embedded in active practice groups and exposed to real legal work.

Requirements:

  • LL.B degree or current law student in final year
  • Strong academic record
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Genuine interest in one or more of our practice areas
  • Proactive, curious, and committed to professional development

Don’t see a suitable opening? We welcome speculative applications from exceptional candidates.

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