Esther Rije is a distinguished legal professional with over six years of experience specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) law, commercial law, corporate compliance, employment law,conveyancing, family law and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). She has built a strong foundation in legal advisory, contract drafting and negotiation, intellectual property commercialization, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Esther holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from the Catholic University of Eastern Africa, a Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law, and a Master of Philosophy in Intellectual Property from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana, where she was an ARIPO Scholar. Her academic and professional journey reflects a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and the protection of intellectual assets.
She is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, a Certified Professional Mediator, and a Patent & Trademark Agent registered with KIPI. Esther is also a WIPO Certified Trainer and has participated in regional and international conferences promoting IP awareness and gender inclusion in innovation ecosystems.
