Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
References
Personal Information
Legal Specialization
Notable cases handled at PPDA Appeals Tribunal
Other Civil Court Cases
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JOSEPH MUSINGUZI

JOSEPH MUSINGUZI

Kampala

Summary

A detail-oriented and proactive Legal Professional with over 3 years of experience in corporate, commercial, and public procurement law. Demonstrated expertise in contract review, legal research, dispute resolution, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven ability to manage complex legal processes, mitigate risks, and provide strategic support to legal teams. Adept at leveraging legal technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Most importantly, seeking to apply my strong analytical and drafting skills to protect the interests and ensure the compliance of a dynamic corporation when tasked.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

JUNIOR ASSOCIATE & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

JBYAMUKAMA & CO. ADVOCATES
10.2024 - Current
  • Defended the Uganda National Teachers' Association (UNATU) in a defamation suit brought by its former employees at the Civil Division.
  • Strategically update the firm's social media accounts (X and LinkedIn) and the website with current legal cases, new legislation, and legal alerts every week.
  • Benchmarking other firms' development strategies to improve my skills and
  • Lead the advisory services for negotiating financing agreements of Evergreen lands with equity firms based in Kenya, the USA, and Italy.
  • Prepared bidding documents of CICO (the Client) for the Construction of Selected Roads in Kira and Munoko Municipalities, Lot 1: Mbogo & Cyprian Kizito Roads(9.0Km), Kungu-Bivanju Road (2.3Km) and eventually negotiated the Contract worth USD 10 million with Kira Municipal Council dated 16th July 2024.
  • Lead advisor on the settlement of a land dispute between the Client and squatters on the land in Kayunga district, measuring approximately 640 acres (1 square mile).
  • Lead the Corporate and Advisory services on the provision of cleaning services at “Twed Heights”, which is designed to be a Hilton Hotel franchise in a high-rise building with 18 floors.
  • Provided advisory and Corporate Secretarial Services to the Uganda Martyrs University Nkonzi, like reviewing the disciplinary procedures of the University.
  • Advisory services in the winding up of Sinai Entertainment Village Limited, Teranova (U) Limited, Wiggles Day Care and Nursery School Limited, Kibo Real Estates (Uganda) Limited, and Borderlands Limited
  • Commercial and Civil Litigation for various corporate clients before courts of law
  • Conduct of due diligence on entities on behalf of leading financial institutions in the Ugandan economy, like Brac Uganda, to assist them in making credit decisions.
  • Providing legal opinions to top-notch clients of the firm on a timely basis, as and when tasked.
  • Advised and instituted intellectual property cases for international clients which some have been settled out of court.
  • Handled NRM primaries election petition matters that come with high pressure and within a short time.
  • Successfully applied for prequalification of supply of legal services from big entities like I&M Bank, Uganda Martyrs University, Impact and Innovations Development Centre (IIDC) as the development officer of the firm.

LEGAL ASSISTANT

PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL OF PUBLIC ASSETS TRIBUNAL (PPDA) APPEALS TRIBUNAL
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Conducted in-depth legal research and analysis for 10+ high-value administrative complaint appeals, contributing to tribunal rulings on procurement awards worth over UGX 4 billion.
  • Drafted precise legal briefs and opinions on complex contractual and regulatory compliance issues for tribunal members.
  • Managed the entire legal workflow for cases: perused procurement files, arranged pre-hearing sessions, scheduled meetings, and served summons, ensuring strict adherence to procedural timelines under the PPDA Act.
  • Supported the Legal Manager in organizing tribunal workshops, enhancing knowledge dissemination on public procurement best practices.

LEGAL ASSOCIATE

ANGURIA & CO. ADVOCATES
05.2019 - 07.2022
  • Company Overview: Law firm
  • Contract Drafting & Management: Drafted and prepared a variety of legal documents and instruments, including contracts, deed polls, Powers of Attorney, and Statutory Declarations.
  • Corporate Compliance & IP Support: Incorporated companies and managed registrations via the URSB e-portal, ensuring compliance with the Companies Act. Gazetted documents with the Uganda Printing and Publishing Corporation.
  • Dispute Support: Filed pleadings in court registries and served court documents, managing crucial deadlines and maintaining client trust.
  • International Law Exposure: Gained experience with work permits and client visa applications, navigating international regulatory requirements.
  • End-to-End Case Management: Assessed court fees, filed pleadings, and served summons for commercial cases with claims up to $300,000, ensuring seamless progression through the court system.
  • Dispute Resolution: Played a key role in cases that were successfully settled out of court, gaining practical experience in negotiation and alternative dispute resolution strategies.
  • Advisory & Compliance: Advised clients on and processed Birth and Death certificates with NIRA, demonstrating expertise in regulatory body procedures.
  • Legal Research: Conducted comprehensive research on land law and civil procedure, supporting case strategy for senior advocates.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice

Law Development Centre
01.2024

Bachelor of Laws

Makerere University School of Law
Uganda
01.2023

Uganda Advanced Certificate -

Air Force Secondary School
01.2014

Uganda Certificate - undefined

Air Force Secondary School
01.2012

Skills

  • Contract Management & Review: Drafting, negotiation, and analysis of contracts, MOUs, Non-Disclosure Agreements, and legal instruments
  • Legal Research & Risk Mitigation: Comprehensive research on corporate, commercial, and IP law; proactive identification and assessment of legal risks
  • Dispute Resolution & Litigation Support: Managing case files, liaising with counsel, and preparing documentation for arbitration and court proceedings
  • Regulatory & Compliance Advisory: Ensuring adherence to PPDA Act, Companies Act, and other national regulations; monitoring statutory deadlines
  • Intellectual Property Administration: Experience with company incorporations, registrations at URSB, and gazetting documents
  • Legal Technology: Proficient in URSB e-portal, legal databases, Microsoft Office Suite, and document management systems
  • Stakeholder Communication: Ability to simplify complex legal issues for non-legal audiences and build strong collaborative relationships

Certification

  • CERTIFICATE OF LEADERSHIP (Firm F7 Leader-2023-2024)
  • PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL OF PUBLIC ASSETS (July 2024-October 2024)
  • TAX AND ADMINISTRATION (August 2022-January 2023)

Timeline

JUNIOR ASSOCIATE & DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

JBYAMUKAMA & CO. ADVOCATES
10.2024 - Current

LEGAL ASSISTANT

PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL OF PUBLIC ASSETS TRIBUNAL (PPDA) APPEALS TRIBUNAL
01.2024 - 10.2024

LEGAL ASSOCIATE

ANGURIA & CO. ADVOCATES
05.2019 - 07.2022

Bachelor of Laws

Makerere University School of Law

Uganda Certificate - undefined

Air Force Secondary School

Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice

Law Development Centre

Uganda Advanced Certificate -

Air Force Secondary School

References

KIWA, FRANCIS, Legal Manager, +256 776 202 824, PUBLIC PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL OF PUBLIC ASSETS APPEALS TRIBUNAL

Personal Information

  • Age: 29
  • Nationality: Ugandan

Legal Specialization

  • INSOLVENCY
  • PPDA
  • CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL
  • CIVIL & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Notable cases handled at PPDA Appeals Tribunal

  • K-Solutions Limited v Ministry of Water and Environment, 30 of 2023, 2023-12-14, The Application was allowed. The award to the Best evaluated Bidder was set aside.
  • Quality Inspection Services Inc Japan Vs Uganda National Bureau of Standards, 9 of 2024, Application dismissed by the Tribunal. The PDE was ordered to continue with the procurement process to its logical conclusion.
  • Rexco Limited Vs Budaka District Local Government, 10 of 2024, The Accounting Officer should make the decision within 10 days from receipt of the complaint.
  • Global paper products Limited Vs Uganda National Examinations Board, 11 of 2024, Appeal was allowed in part. The tribunal substituted the impugned cancellation with its own cancellation of the disposal process.
  • Juan Carlos Surace Limited Vs Masindi District Local Government, 12 of 2024, Application was allowed and the Respondent directed to re-evaluate the bids within 10 working days from the date of the Tribunal’s decision.
  • Fueless Technologies Limited Vs Mbale City Council, 13 of 2024, The Application was struck out as there was no complaint for administrative review before the Accounting Officer in the first place.
  • Nami Hardware Ltd Vs Mbale District Local Government, 14 of 2024, The Procuring entity can seek clarification under Regulation 7 of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets (Evaluation) Regulations, 2023.
  • Multiplex Ltd v Masaka City Council, 15 of 2024, A bidder dissatisfied with the decision of the Accounting Officer has 10 working days to file an application to the Tribunal.
  • Raxio Data Centre SMC LTD Vs Bank of Uganda, 21 of 2024, The accounting officer’s decision made and communicated to the Applicant on May 24, 2024 was made in breach of the law and no decision at all.
  • Nam Terminal Consults Ltd Vs Mbale District Local Government, 16 of 2024, An accounting officer is duty bound to advise a complainant on the prescribed Administrative Review fees and where to pay the said fees.
  • Pynet Technologies SMC Ltd v Ministry of Lands, Housing & Urban Development, 34 of 2024, The time given for the Accounting officer to make and communicate a decision must prevail over the timeline of ten days stipulated in section 89(7) of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act.

Other Civil Court Cases

  • Mr. Anthony Mutyaba Katamba v MTN (U) Ltd, 202 of 2019, Ongoing
  • Ms. Betty Kamya v Miria Matembe, 2022, Under hearing
  • CHONGQING INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION V COLAS & RUSHFA, 2019, Settled out of court
  • CHONGQING INTERNATIONAL CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION V ZENITAKA-HYUDAI, 2020, Settled out of court
  • ELIZABETH KUTOZI MUZITO V DAVID MUZITO BAGENDA, 2013, 2021-05-10, determined.
  • War Child UK v Agaru Cooperative Savings & Credit Society Limited, CADER/ARB/No.49/2017, determined.
JOSEPH MUSINGUZI