The Judicial Service Commission has nominated Court of Appeal Judge, Lady Justice Martha Koome for the position of Chief Justice.
Lady Justice Koome’s work experience spans a period of over 30 years.
Below is the background of Lady Justice Koome’s academic and professional qualifications
Master of Laws from the University of London (2010);
Bachelor of Laws from the University of Nairobi (1986);
Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law (1987)
Admitted to the Roll of Advocates 1987.
Appointed Judge of Court of Appeal in 2012;
Previously served in Nyeri and Malindi.
She served as a High Court Judge (2003 – 2011) as:
– Head of Land and Environment Division of the High Court in Nairobi
– Resident Judge, High Court in Nakuru & Kitale
– High Court in Nairobi (Commercial Division & Family Division)
Managing Partner at Martha Koome & Company Advocates (1993 -2003)
Legal Associate at Mathenge & Muchemi Advocates (1988 – 1992)
