Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Affiliations
Personal Information
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Hobbies and Interests
Trainings And Certificates
Committees
Languages
Certification
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Kamukama Obadiah

Kamukama Obadiah

Kampala

Summary

As a dual-qualified Advocate of the High Courts of Kenya and Uganda, I bring over 7 years of comprehensive legal experience across East Africa. My cross-border qualifications enable me to navigate complex legal landscapes, offering clients nuanced insights into both jurisdictions. With a strong foundation in and not limited to corporate law, litigation, human rights, mediations and arbitrations, I have successfully represented diverse clientele, ensuring their interests are adeptly protected and advanced. My commitment to legal excellence is complemented by memberships in esteemed professional bodies, including the Law Society of Kenya, the Uganda Law Society and the East Africa Law Society, reflecting my dedication to upholding the highest standards of legal practice.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Legal officer

Legal Aid Project of the Uganda Law Society
01.2025 - Current
  • In charge of interviewing, counseling and provision of general Legal counsel to the employer’s clients.
  • Responsible for drafting and the preparation of Legal and Court Documents.
  • Representing the Employer’s clients in courts of law, mediation/arbitration proceedings and or other tribunals.
  • Formulating articles for the Employer’s Journals and newsletters.
  • In charge of representing the Employer at forums and meetings with donors, partners and other stake holders in the Justice Sector.
  • Preparing and submitting monthly Progress and Activity reports.
  • Maintaining proper and up-to-date client’s records and files.
  • Ensuring proper use and care of all assets belonging to the Employer.
  • Mentoring, supervising and appraising staff under my supervision.
  • Performing any other lawful duties as would be assigned to me from time to time.

Project coordinator

United Nations on Drug and crime (UNODC)
08.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Project of the Uganda Law Society
  • Project Planning and Implementation
  • Stakeholder Coordination and Engagement
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
  • Capacity Building and Technical Support
  • Budget and Resource Management
  • Communication and Visibility
  • Risk Management and Compliance
  • Project of the Uganda Law Society

Legal Officer

Legal Aid Project of the Uganda Law Society
04.2023 - 12.2024
  • Legal Representation and Advice
  • Provide legal advice and counseling to clients.
  • Represent clients in courts of law, tribunals, and other relevant forums.
  • Conduct client intake and case assessments to determine eligibility for legal aid services.
  • Draft legal documents including pleadings, affidavits, and correspondence.
  • Legal Awareness and Community Engagement
  • Conduct community outreach and sensitization on human rights, the law, and legal aid services.
  • Facilitate legal education sessions and legal clinics for target communities.
  • Case Management and Documentation
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client files and records.
  • Prepare and submit regular reports on case progress and outcomes.
  • Use case management systems to track service delivery and client outcomes.
  • Advocacy and Law Reform
  • Participate in research and advocacy initiatives related to access to justice and legal aid.
  • Contribute to policy briefs, position papers, and law reform proposals as required.
  • Collaboration and Networking
  • Engage with justice actors such as the judiciary, police, prisons, and civil society organizations.
  • Represent LAP/ULS at stakeholder meetings, workshops, and conferences when required.

Project Manager

Supporting Inclusive Resource Development (SIRD) Project of Uganda Law Society
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Assisting in the definition of the project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
  • Acting as the focal person between Uganda Law Society (ULS) and the Canadian Bar Association (CBA) as far as the project is concerned.
  • Ensuring resource availability and allocation.
  • Developing a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress of the project.
  • Managing the docket of cases to ensure that deadlines are met and cases are not delayed unnecessarily and providing legal support such mediations and court representations of the Project Affected Persons (PAPs).
  • Coordinating internal resources, community-based organizations (CBOs) and Project Affected Persons (PAPs) to ensure the flawless execution of the project.
  • Perform risk management to minimize potential risks which might negatively impact on the project.
  • Managing changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
  • Contributing to Legal Reforms in the petroleum industry

Assistant Legal Officer

Legal Aid Project of the Uganda Law Society
01.2018 - 07.2022
  • Company Overview: Kabale Clinic
  • Pro-Bono Coordinator of the Uganda Law Society (South Western Region)
  • In charge of interviewing, counseling and provision of general Legal counsel to the employer’s clients.
  • Responsible for drafting and the preparation of Legal and Court Documents.
  • Representing the Employer’s clients in courts of law, mediation/arbitration proceedings and or other tribunals.
  • Formulating articles for the Employer’s Journals and newsletters.
  • In charge of representing the Employer at forums and meetings with donors, partners and other stake holders in the Justice Sector.
  • Preparing and submitting monthly Progress and Activity reports.
  • Maintaining proper and up-to-date client’s records and files.
  • Ensured proper use and care of all assets belonging to the Employer.
  • Mentoring, supervising and appraising staff under my supervision.
  • Performing any other lawful duties as would be assigned to me from time to time.
  • Kabale Clinic

Legal Volunteer

Uganda Law Society
11.2016 - 12.2017
  • Preparing and submitting monthly Progress and Activity reports.
  • Representing the Employer at forums and meetings with donors, partners, etc.
  • In charge of the formulation of articles for the Employer’s Journals and newsletters.
  • Maintaining proper and up-to-date client’s records and files.
  • Conducting any other lawful duties as would be assigned.
  • Legal research and advisory.

Trainee Advocate

MMAN Advocates (Kenya)
02.2015 - 12.2015
  • Advising local and regional banks as well as international financial institutions.
  • Representing individuals and corporates in Conveyancing, Commercial and Residential Developments, Leases and Licenses.
  • Advising on asset financing in the aviation sector.
  • Drafting and structuring lending and security documentation for corporate lending transactions, including structured finance and trade finance such as credit terms agreements, letters of comfort, guarantees and letters of credit.
  • Advising employers and employees on all aspects of employment law, including employment contracts, pay and benefits, compliance, policies and procedures, redundancy and business reorganization, share schemes and incentives, pension schemes and provident funds (including regulatory compliance, scheme restructuring, mergers and winding up).
  • Representing regional banks in syndicated lending and securities arrangements.
  • Structuring and giving regulatory advice to individuals and businesses requiring guidance on various commercial matters and related agreements.
  • Drafting and negotiating confidentiality/non-disclosure, non-solicitation and non-circumvention agreements; contracts for services; concession agreements; distribution agreements; equipment leasing agreements; supply, installation and commissioning contracts; introduction and commission agreements; joint bidding, collaboration and consortium agreements; licensing agreements; pharmaceutical testing agreements; sponsorship agreements.

Legal Assistant

ENS Africa Advocates
11.2014 - 01.2015
  • Preparing legal documents for Courtroom appearances.
  • In charge of interviewing, counseling and provision of general Legal counsel to clients.
  • Drafting correspondences and Court Documents.
  • Representing the Employer at meetings with donors, partners, etc.
  • In charge of the formulation of articles for the Employer’s Journals and newsletters.
  • Maintaining proper and up-to-date client’s records and files.
  • Conducting any other lawful duties as may be assigned.

Legal Assistant

CR Amanya Advocates (CRAA)
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • Drafting legal documents.
  • Conducting research.
  • Conducting client interviews.
  • Registering and advising on registration of companies.

Intern

Kampala Associated Advocates (KAA)
09.2010 - 12.2010
  • Helped draft and edit the contract templates.
  • Drafting various court documents, invoices, and enclosures at advocates’ requests.
  • Performing legal research as needed, and supporting smaller projects as requested by the lawyers responsible or providing legal support.
  • Assisting in putting together a standard form for confidentiality agreement.
  • Organizing legal memoranda and client correspondence.
  • Proof reading documents and submitting them to advocates for review.
  • Drafting retainer agreements, contact letters, and various publications and handouts for clients.
  • Performing client intake and client interviews.
  • Conducting intake interviews to spot legal issues for presentation at case acceptance.
  • Observing and participating in client meetings, trials, mediations, and outreach.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration

Uganda Management Institute
Kampala
01.2019

Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice

Kenya School of Law
Karen, Kenya
01.2015

Bachelor of Laws Degree -

Uganda Christian University
Mukono
01.2012

Diploma - French

Allianz Française
Kamwokya, Kampala
01.2008

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -

Namilyango College
Mukono
01.2007

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Katikamu SDA S. S
Luwero
01.2005

Certificate - Primary Leaving Education

Budo Junior School
Budo
01.2001

Skills

    Computer skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Word processing
  • Spreadsheet management
  • Power point presentation

    • OTHER SKILLS

  • Legal research and analysis
  • Drafting and documentation
  • Advocacy and oral presentation
  • Case preparation and strategy
  • Knowledge of procedural law
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Written communication skills
  • Oral communication skills
  • Listening skills
  • Professional ethics and integrity
  • Negotiation and mediation
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Client relationship management
  • Technology and digital literacy
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Adaptability and continuous learning
  • Project management
  • Legal drafting
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Advocacy skills
  • Time management

Affiliations

  • East Africa Law Society, Member, 2017 - Present
  • Kenya Law Society, Member, 2017 - Present
  • Uganda Law Society, Member, 2023 - Present
  • Rotary Club of Kololo, Paul Harrison Fellow(PHF)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/29/88
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Ugandan
  • Marital Status: Single

References

  • Mr. Joseph Matsiko, Managing Partner, Kampala Associated Advocates (KAA), +256712-504360
  • Ms. Christine Awori, Chief Executive Officer, Uganda Law Society, 0776520081
  • Mr. Otatina Denis, Partner, Dentons Uganda, 0782517717

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading (Law Journals, Historical, Political Literature)
  • Research and Legal Innovation (Tech, Legal Start-ups, AI in Law)
  • Mentorship & Capacity Building
  • Global Legal Developments

Trainings And Certificates

  • United Nations Office of the High Commissioner, Lawyers’ role in protection of Human Rights, Certificate, 08/01/17
  • The Ambassador Francis. K Muthaura Foundation (Nairobi), Leadership forum on Excelling in Leadership, Certificate, 11/01/15
  • Africa Leadership Foundation, Foundation of Leadership, Certificate, 04/01/08 - 06/30/08

Committees

  • Uganda Law Society, Procurement Committee, Vice-Chairperson, 01/01/25 - Present
  • Uganda Law Society Evaluation Committee, Secretary, 01/01/23 - 12/31/24
  • Bailiffs’ Disciplinary Committee, ULS representative

Languages

English

French

Runyankole

Luganda

Kiswahili

Certification

I the undersigned do hereby certify to the best of my knowledge and confirm that the information given above currently describes my academic qualification, experience and who I am.

Kamukama Obadiah

Timeline

Senior Legal officer

Legal Aid Project of the Uganda Law Society
01.2025 - Current

Project coordinator

United Nations on Drug and crime (UNODC)
08.2024 - Current

Legal Officer

Legal Aid Project of the Uganda Law Society
04.2023 - 12.2024

Project Manager

Supporting Inclusive Resource Development (SIRD) Project of Uganda Law Society
08.2022 - 03.2023

Assistant Legal Officer

Legal Aid Project of the Uganda Law Society
01.2018 - 07.2022

Legal Volunteer

Uganda Law Society
11.2016 - 12.2017

Trainee Advocate

MMAN Advocates (Kenya)
02.2015 - 12.2015

Legal Assistant

ENS Africa Advocates
11.2014 - 01.2015

Legal Assistant

CR Amanya Advocates (CRAA)
01.2013 - 12.2013

Intern

Kampala Associated Advocates (KAA)
09.2010 - 12.2010

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration

Uganda Management Institute

Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice

Kenya School of Law

Bachelor of Laws Degree -

Uganda Christian University

Diploma - French

Allianz Française

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -

Namilyango College

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Katikamu SDA S. S

Certificate - Primary Leaving Education

Budo Junior School

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