Annie Maria Adikin
Kampala
Summary
I am a law student with an infectious passion for international arbitration, a strong foundation in case management, and legal research. Experienced in organizing high-profile events and coaching Vis Moot teams across East Africa. Skilled in legal research, legal writing, drafting, presentation design (PowerPoint, Canva), and cross-cultural collaboration. Detail-oriented, reliable, and enthusiastic about contributing in a dynamic, international arbitration environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Researcher
Department of Commercial Law, Makerere University
02.2025 - Current
- Leading a team working on the revision of Uganda's Arbitration and Conciliation Amendment Bill (2024) under the Department of Commercial Law.
- Preparing a policy brief submission to the Ugandan Parliament to modernize the national arbitration law.
- Stayed abreast of changes in legislative and regulatory guidelines.
- Researched on international statutes and laws to establish relevant trends in commercial law.
Deputy Editor-In-Chief
Makerere Law Journal
Kampala
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Reviewed, edited, and curated legal articles for publication, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to academic and stylistic standards.
- Conducted legal research to support editorial decisions and verify sources, ensuring scholarly integrity and relevance of published content.
- Coordinated contributions from student authors and faculty, managing timelines and editorial workflows while upholding high-quality legal scholarship.
Intern
The International Centre for Arbitration & Mediation in Kampala (ICAMEK)
Kampala
10.2023 - 03.2025
- Reviewed, organized, and filed arbitration documents plus case correspondence under case management.
- Conducted legal research on arbitration laws, case law, and institutional rules (UNCITRAL, KIAC,ICC) producing briefs and memos for internal use.
- Attended arbitration and mediation hearings as an observer, taking minutes and assisting counsel and tribunal secretaries.
- Drafted procedural orders, notices of hearings, and case updates
- Organized capacity-building workshops and professional arbitration events.
Intern
Arbitration Academia
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Created engaging educational content for arbitration topics using Canva, integrating Microsoft Word for content drafting and refinement.
- Curated and edited website content, leveraging Microsoft Word for writing and Microsoft Teams for team collaboration and feedback.
- Conducted thorough legal research for legal publications and articles, utilizing Microsoft Word for drafting, editing, and organizing research findings.
- Collaborated with a diverse team to develop and deliver educational arbitration training, utilizing Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and PowerPoint for seamless communication and content creation.
Committee Member
Education and Training Committee, Africa in the Moot (AiTM)
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Moderated expert webinars with leading arbitration practitioners and academics like Prof. Gary Born, Prof. Margaret Moses, Prof. Ingeborg Schwenzer, Dr. Ceaser Pereira, Prof. Emilia Onyema, Ms. Amanda Lee.
- Co-created training resources and organized materials for Vis teams.
- Prepared Powerpoint Presentations for different activity reports, board meetings and educational content
Regional Representative Sub Saharan Africa
Vis Moot Alumni Association(MAA) Core Team
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Represented the MAA at regional events like the Nairobi Pre-Moot (Kenya) and Vis Alumni Meet Up (Uganda), delivering opening remarks, moderating panels, and engaging with participants on arbitration practice and advocacy.
- Coordinated Sub-Saharan African initiatives of the MAA Core Team, managing event logistics, outreach, and speaker engagement across time zones in collaboration with colleagues from Brazil, Australia, Germany, and Slovenia, China, USA, e.t.c
- Facilitated partnerships between local universities, moot organizers, and international arbitration institutions to expand the visibility and impact of the Vis Moot in East Africa.
- Led the organization of capacity-building events for students and young practitioners, promoting international arbitration across legal communities in Kampala and Nairobi.
President
Makerere Law Society
Kampala
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided strategic leadership to a 30-member executive team, driving academic, advocacy, and legal aid initiatives that served over 1,500 law students.
- Cultivated strong institutional relationships and led the planning of high-impact events, ensuring attention to detail, clear communication, and inclusive student engagement.
Participant
Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Vienna
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Awarded Best Individual Oralist at the East Africa Vis Pre-Moot with over 20 African teams, reflecting strong argumentation, analytical thinking, and case strategy abilities.
- Represented Uganda at the international oral rounds at the University of Vienna.
- Gained in-depth knowledge of international commercial arbitration, UNCITRAL rules, and procedural law through rigorous training and competition.
- Strengthened teamwork, cross-cultural communication, and time management skills while collaborating with peers and mentors in a high-pressure, global setting.
Winner
Uganda International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Kampala
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Won the first-ever international commercial arbitration moot in Uganda.
- Awarded Best Written Memorandum.
- Led team to victory, demonstrating strong legal writing, procedural argumentation, and advocacy.
Team Coach
Vis Moot Makerere University Team
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Mentored and trained law students in international commercial arbitration and CISG, guiding legal research, drafting of memoranda, and oral advocacy preparation.
- Collaborated with a global coaching team from Australia, Switzerland, and Germany through Africa in the Moot program, coordinating strategy sessions and mock hearings across time zones.
- Developed tailored coaching modules on arbitral procedure, tribunal dynamics, and oral argumentation based on Vis Moot standards and real-world arbitration practices.
- Strengthened the team’s performance in international rounds by fostering analytical precision, teamwork, and familiarity with trends in arbitration.
Participant
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Moot
Geneva
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Best African Team in the preliminary rounds.
- Part of one of the three qualifying African teams for the competition.
- Moot focused on the arbitrability of Intellectual Property disputes, specifically Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and copyright concerns raised by artificial intelligence (AI).
- Successfully advanced to the Top 16 breaking teams, competing at an international level against teams from around the world.
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
Makerere University School of Law
Kampala, Uganda01.2026
Skills
- Legal Research & Writing
- Moot Coaching
- Policy Drafting
- Digital Tools: MS Office
- Digital Tools: Google Workspace
- Digital Tools: LinkedIn
- Digital Tools: Zoom and Webinar Platforms
- Cross-Cultural Teamwork
- Project Management
- Event Organization
- Legal research
- Oral advocacy
- Case management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Diploma in International Arbitration, London Summer Arbitration School, selected among 40 global participants, completed advanced coursework in commercial arbitration, recognition, and enforcement of awards
- Completed advanced coursework in commercial arbitration, recognition, and enforcement of awards
Languages
English
First Language
German
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
French
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Accomplishments
- Diversity Scholar, American Arbitration Association - International Centre for Dispute Resolution (AAA-ICDR)
- Karl-Heinz Böckstiegel Foundation Scholarship Recipient
- Young ICCA Inclusion Fund Scholar (2025)
- Arbitral Women Inclusion Scholarship Recipient
- Best Individual Oralist, East Africa Vis Pre-Moot (2023)
- Winner of the Uganda International Commercial Arbitration Moot (2023)
- Most Influential Law Student in Eastern Africa, Law Verse Magazine, 2024
- Top 10 Rising Stars in ADR, OAU University Magazine, Nigeria (2024)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Lead Researcher
Department of Commercial Law, Makerere University
02.2025 - Current
Participant
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Moot
11.2024 - 04.2025
Team Coach
Vis Moot Makerere University Team
08.2024 - 04.2025
President
Makerere Law Society
03.2024 - 03.2025
Intern
The International Centre for Arbitration & Mediation in Kampala (ICAMEK)
10.2023 - 03.2025
Winner
Uganda International Commercial Arbitration Moot
10.2023 - 12.2023
Deputy Editor-In-Chief
Makerere Law Journal
09.2023 - 01.2025
Regional Representative Sub Saharan Africa
Vis Moot Alumni Association(MAA) Core Team
05.2023 - 05.2024
Intern
Arbitration Academia
04.2023 - 07.2023
Committee Member
Education and Training Committee, Africa in the Moot (AiTM)
04.2023 - 04.2024
Participant
Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
09.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -
Makerere University School of Law
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