JOAN ABWOLI TIBEITA
Kampala
Summary
Articulate Lawyer with eight years experience in dispute resolution. Committed to modern law practices and creative problem solving. Adept in tracking industry changes, interpreting new legislation and policies and minimizing corporate risk.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Legal Officer (Regulatory)
NATIONAL LOTTERIES AND GAMING REGULATORY BOARD
11.2020 - Current
- Review and process requests for arbitration and documents filed by parties, arbitrators and others during arbitration proceedings
- Prepare agendas (memoranda) briefing the Arbitration committee on decisions it is required to take
- Correspondence and telephone conversations with parties and arbitral tribunals concerning all aspects of case management
- Answer general queries about the arbitration processes by telephone and in writing
- Monitor financial aspects of arbitrations
- Gather and analyze research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
- Assist in the development of corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
- Provide legal support in the development and execution of strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other collaborative arrangements.
- Advise executive leadership on regulatory changes impacting business operations, enabling proactive adjustments to maintain compliance.
- Type and process legal documents to prepare for court filings and legal pleadings.
- Successfully manage budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Establish team priorities, maintain schedules and monitor performance.
- Control resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Draft and review a wide range of legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Negotiate favorable settlements in multiple litigation cases, minimizing financial exposure for the organisation.
Legal Associate
TUMUSIIME, KABEGA & CO. ADVOCATES
10.2015 - 10.2020
- Represented clients in arbitral proceedings
- Reviewed contracts thoroughly to identify potential areas of risk or non-compliance before execution by clients.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence investigations for corporate transactions, mitigating risks for clients.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel.
Education
International Arbitration - International Arbitration
THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF ARBITRATORS, UK
United Kingdom04.2024
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice/ Bar course - Uganda -
LAW DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, Kampala, Uganda
04.2016
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) (J.D Equivalent) - Law
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY KAMPALA
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 - 04.2015
Master of Arts - Law
Liverpool John Moores University
UK 04.2001 -
Skills
Communications skills
Professional and Courteous
Documentation And Reporting
Attention to Detail
Interpersonal relations
Additional Information
Uganda Law Society, East African Law Society, The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Timeline
Legal Officer (Regulatory)
NATIONAL LOTTERIES AND GAMING REGULATORY BOARD
11.2020 - Current
Legal Associate
TUMUSIIME, KABEGA & CO. ADVOCATES
10.2015 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) (J.D Equivalent) - Law
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY KAMPALA
04.2001 - 04.2015
Master of Arts - Law
Liverpool John Moores University
04.2001 -
International Arbitration - International Arbitration
THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF ARBITRATORS, UK
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice/ Bar course - Uganda -
LAW DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, Kampala, Uganda