DIANA SIMIYU
St Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated legal professional offering expertise in commercial law. Proven success in building trusting rapport with clients and offering sound legal advice in clear and universal terms. Hardworking and dedicated to client advocacy. Legal Advisor supporting company with compliance and paperwork. Stayed current on relevant legislation and communicated changes to affected parties quickly and effectively. Trained management on legal requirements and assisted in developing compliance policies.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Advisor Part Time
BETHEL MEDIA SERVICES
08.2019 - Current
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Developed legal strategies to protect client interests and resolve disputes.
- Maintained client files, the organisations legal files and ensured that workplace practices are in accordance with its policies
- Streamlined contract negotiation processes, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Distributed firm materials to prospective clients
- Provided legal advice
- Trained junior team members on relevant industry best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Offered in-house training to company personnel on relevant aspects of law.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with timely and accurate legal advice on various matters.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Created and finalized contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Reviewed legal materials pertinent to company
- Monitored implementation of legal clauses in the company
- Negotiated employee contracts
- Ensured compliance with corporate laws
- Developed meaningful solutions for legal issues.
Intern Part Time
Washington University Orthopedics
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted research and stayed current with medical and legal advancements, contributing to growth of medical knowledge.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Actively participated in team meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Directing patient flow, assists with special procedures/treatments, and completes requisitions
- Maintain required HIPAA compliance, skills/competencies and participates in-services, staff programs, continuing education
- Monitor supply inventory, ensuring adequate supplies, equipment, or garments are available and that they comply with regulations
- Cleaning and stocking exam rooms and sterilizes instruments.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Conducted research and stayed current with medical advancements, contributing to growth of medical knowledge.
Legal Advisor
ST. JOHN BOSCO REHABILITATION CENTRE
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided legal advise for the institution and basic legal training, and advice to empower parents and affected minors in the institution
- Mentored the Girl Child program
- Engaged in various rehabilitation and charity programs for street children
- Engaged in local communities to promote the organization and provide mentorship.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Advised clients on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and other business matters.
- Clarified legal language.
Law Intern
MWANMUYE KIMATHI AND KIMANI ADVOCATES
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Provided legal research support of our client's' proposed corporate actions
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Assisted in the successful resolution of complex cases with meticulous case analysis and effective communication strategies.
- Prepared and revised presentation materials assessing strengths and weaknesses of various merger options for distribution to prospective clients
- Drafted internal memoranda and alerts
- Performed legal research and wrote legal memoranda for a variety of legal departments, including commercial litigation, corporate services, real estate, and labor and employment
- Drafted documents such as deeds, property improvement contracts, and incorporation documents
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
- Streamlined office processes through efficient administrative tasks, improving workflow and overall productivity.
Law Student Intern
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Analyzed legal issues by conducting thorough research and presenting findings to supervising attorneys.
- Assisted in drafting Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements
- Authenticated documents
- Drafted Note Verbales, Legal opinions and letters addressed to various government offices and agencies
- Dispatched Correspondence both nationally and to Foreign missions
- Provided general office support services.
- Enhanced legal research skills by utilizing various databases and resources for case preparation.
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation for proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
Education
BSN ACC -
Goldfarb School of Nursing At Barnes Jewish College
St Louis, MO04.2024
LLM. International Commercial Law -
University of Aberdeen
Bachelor of Laws -
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Brigids Girls High School
Skills
- Corporate Communications; liaise effectively with a range of other professionals
- Legal writing and communication
- Microsoft Office tools (Word document, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Basic Life Support
- Legal research
- Team player, adaptability and a goal-getter
- Critical thinking
- Project Management
- Fluency in English and Kiswahili (native language)
- Oral and communication skills
- Creative and Critical Thinking
Awards
- Associate in the chartered institute of arbitrators - CIArb
- Certificate in scouting - High school
- Certificate in Entrepreneurship - CUEA
- Certificate in Leadership - CUEA and Riara University
- Ship for world youth 2020 leadership award
References
- Hon Justice Prof Dr. Nixon Sifuna, Judge of the High Court of Kenya : nsifuna@yahoo.com
- Michael Hallonda, Bethel Media Services: +13144887491
- Gloria Aspden, Psychologist, John Bosco Rehabilitation Centre, +61421594827
Extracurricular Activities
Travelling Reading Volunteer work
Training
- Ship for World Youth Leaders 2017, Japan
- Tokyo International Conference on African Development Summit VI, Nairobi
- United Nations Conference on Trade and Development 14, Nairobi
- Leadership conference - RIARA
- National leadership workshop - CUEA
- Entrepreneurship journal (the art of investment conference, National Environmental Trust Fund Training in environmental conservation
- AUSA volunteering - University Of Aberdeen
- Youth empowerment workshop
Timeline
Intern Part Time
Washington University Orthopedics
01.2022 - 04.2023
Legal Advisor Part Time
BETHEL MEDIA SERVICES
08.2019 - Current
Legal Advisor
ST. JOHN BOSCO REHABILITATION CENTRE
08.2017 - 06.2019
Law Intern
MWANMUYE KIMATHI AND KIMANI ADVOCATES
07.2016 - 08.2017
Law Student Intern
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE
01.2016 - 08.2016
BSN ACC -
Goldfarb School of Nursing At Barnes Jewish College
LLM. International Commercial Law -
University of Aberdeen
Bachelor of Laws -
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
St. Brigids Girls High School