Dr. Lucy Wanja Julius, a senior legal professional and academic, appeared before the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) on January 13, 2026, for an interview for the position of Judge of the Court of Appeal in Kenya.
She gained significant public attention in 2016 when she interviewed for the position of Chief Justice, referring to herself as “David” facing the Judiciary’s “Goliath,” and expressing faith-driven confidence in her ability to lead.
Wanja also proposed restricting media coverage in courtrooms to protect judicial independence, suggesting that journalists should be present only with litigants’ consent, and advocating for the full digitization and automation of court registries within one year of appointment.
Educational Background
Wanja holds a Doctorate (PhD), with her title “Dr.” reflecting her advanced academic standing, usually associated with her long-term role in university instruction.
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She also holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a Post-graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
Master of Laws- She attained this level of education from the University of London in 2005.
In 1991, she attained a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Nairobi and later pursued a Postgraduate Diploma in Law at the Kenya School of Law in 1992.
Lucy Wanja Career Background
Lucy Wanja has served as an Advocate at the Cherono Chirchir & Company from 2023 todate.
She has served as a Lecturer at Mount Kenya University since 2023.
Academic & Professional Qualifications
Lucy Wanja has been a Doctor of Philosophy in Theological Studies at Africa International University since 2021.
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She was admitted to the Roll of Advocates in 1992
From 2019 to 2022, Lucy served as the Dean of Chuka University
From 2016 to 2018, she worked as a Legal Advisor in the Ministry of Lands & Physical Planning
In 2014, she was a commissioner, serving in Commission for University Education until 2017.
Between 2008 and 2016, Lucy Wanja was an Advocate at Wanja Julius & Associates
She was the Executive Director for Narc Kenya between 2006 and 2008.
In 1996 through 2004, she was the Secretary-Legal Officer for Laptrust.
At the Kenya National Federation of Cooperatives, she served as a Legal Officer from 1994 to 1996.
Lucy was the State Counsel II for the Advocates’ Complaints Commission from 1993 to 1994.
Membership in professional bodies & Associations
Lucy Wanja is a member of the following bodies;
- Law Society of Kenya
- Institute of Chartered Mediators & Conciliators
- Institute of Certified Public Secretaries of Kenya
- The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
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