Virginiah is the youngest partner in the firm. Her expertise spans a wide array of complex conveyancing, banking & securitization and commercial/corporate transactions. She is also a key member and contributes extensively to the firm’s Insolvency & Administration and Data protection departments.
She also wears the hat of the chief mentor as the partner in charge of the firm’s pupillage programme. She spearheads the firm’s talent acquisition and retention programme.
Currently, Virginiah is pursuing a Master’s degree in Corporate and Financial Services Law at the University of Nairobi, further enhancing her expertise in the field. Additionally, she is actively engaged in a Company Secretary course, to equip herself with the knowledge and skills necessary for navigating corporate governance challenges.
As a respected member of the East Africa Law Society, Virginiah has served on the Land Law and Real Estate Committee, where her contributions earned her recognition. She has been awarded for her exemplary service and commitment to the legal profession, reflecting her dedication and significant impact within the industry
Areas of Expertise:
- Banking & Finance
- Projects, Real Estate and Conveyancing
- Commercial Transactions
- Mergers, Acquisition and Corporate Governance
- Administration & Insolvency
- Employment & Labour Relations
- Intellectual Property
- Data Protection & IT Law
Key Achievements:
- Her outstanding work in administration and insolvency matters saw her act for a prominent client involving three major banks, demonstrating her exceptional legal prowess in navigating complex insolvency proceedings.
- As one of the lead partners, she oversees two major construction and development projects, each valued at over Kshs 1 billion. Her involvement ensures these large-scale projects are successfully executed, and that all legal complexities are meticulously managed.
- She provided invaluable legal advisory services to a multinational company on employment and redundancy matters, delivering strategic guidance during complex restructuring processes.
- She also acted for a global motor vehicle manufacturing company on data protection and privacy governance, particularly concerning cross-border data transfer, ensuring her client’s compliance with local and international data privacy standards.
- She helps clients with complex conveyancing and commercial transactions on a day to day basis.
- She has proudly represented the firm as a panelist in the banking industry and business registration services, where she continues to share her expertise and contribute to discussions shaping the legal and business landscapes.
Virginiah’s unwavering commitment to excellence, knowledge, and her dedication to creating a meaningful impact have solidified her reputation as a respected leader and mentor. Her impressive achievements and contributions continue to inspire the next generation of legal professionals, making her a truly invaluable asset to our firm.
