The rise of the global gig economy where more people are working as freelancers and side-jobs, fuelled by increased access to smartphones and internet connectivity, has transformed Kenya's employment landscape. This has ushered a new era of flexibility, autonomy, and remote working. Platforms like Uber, Bolt, Jumia, and Glovo have empowered Kenyans to engage in freelance and short-term work, significantly contributing to this economic shift.
Tabitha Weru is a Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution department of IKM. She is well-versed in commercial dispute resolution, employment and labor relations litigation and advisory and insurance matters. Tabitha has also been involved as assisting counsel in a number of precedent-setting cases.
Tabitha’s clients include the government, state corporations, insurance companies, leading banking institutions and private companies.
Professional Qualifications
- Advocate admitted to the High Court of Kenya (2014)
Education
- Kenya School of Law, Diploma in Law (2013)
- University of Nairobi, Bachelor of Laws LL.B. (2012)
- Certified Public Accountant (finalist) (2011)
- Certified Secretary (part II)
Prior Experience
- 2020 to date, Senior Associate, IKM, DLA Piper Africa, Kenya
- 2015 to 2020, Associate, IKM, DLA Piper Africa, Kenya
- 2014 to 2015, Pupil, IKM, DLA Piper Africa, Kenya
Memberships
- Law Society of Kenya
- Institute of Certified Secretaries of Kenya
IKM has successfully defended Kenya Airports Authority in a landmark case at the Supreme Court, challenging the decision of the Court of Appeal in assessing the instruction fees due to an advocate.