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Annette Kirethi

Annette Kirethi

Hallmark Legal, Tanzania

Work Department

Corporate and Commercial

Position

Partner

Career

Ms. Annette Kirethi is an accomplished legal professional with a remarkable understanding in the field. Her practice journey began in 2003 when she joined Hallmark as an associate. Over the years, she has risen through the ranks and is currently a Partner at the firm, a testament to her exceptional legal wit and dedication.

Throughout her illustrious career, Annette has sharpened her expertise in a diverse range of legal areas, with a primary focus on Corporate and Commercial Law, as well as corporate litigation. Her in-depth knowledge and specialized skills have made her a desirable authority in the legal community.

In the field of litigation, Annette has excelled in representing prominent banks and insurance companies in complex legal disputes, skilfully enforcing contracts and addressing various legal matters.

Advising bank and financial institutions on securities and enforcement, she has built reputation as an eye-for-detail legal professional able to mitigate clients risks through well prepared agreements with clearly defined terms.

Her impressive portfolio also includes successfully managing various conveyancing and land matters, such as land acquisitions, hotel leases, and registration of transfers and subdivisions for a diverse client in Tanzania Mainland and in Zanzibar.

Annette's expertise extends to immigration, employment and labour relations issues. She advises various corporates of the issues relating to the subject, and ably provide custom made solutions to each business need to employment and labor relations. She is a go-to expert in immigration and residency, including intricate work/investment permits.

Furthermore, Annette is also a go-to expert in business and investment-related matters, playing a notable role in drafting joint venture agreements, property development contracts, and representing clients in litigation matters related to business transactions.

In secretarial and administrative functions, she provides her valuable guidance to various local and international entities, streamlining operations and ensuring compliance.

With her exemplary skills, vast experience, and proven line of success, Annette holds fort as an indispensable asset in the legal arena, driving positive outcomes for firm’s clients and contributing to the advancement of the legal profession.

Languages

English, Kiswahili.

Memberships

SADC Lawyers Association - Member

Pan African Lawyers Association - Member

Chartered Institute of Arbitrators - Member

Commonwealth Lawyers Association - Member

International Bar Association - Member

Zanzibar Law Society - Member

Tanganyika Law Society - Member

Education

Masters in Business Administration (MBA),  ESAMI Arusha -2011

Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB), Tumaini University- 2003