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NSOBYA Ronald Kamya

NSOBYA Ronald Kamya

KAMPALA,Uganda

Summary

Organised Legal Professional with strong focus on promoting justice and upholding Human Rights. Contributed to organisational success through effective problem-solving, creativity, and strong drafting and communication skills. Committed to personal integrity, teamwork, and delivering results with minimal supervision.

Overview

3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Principal Magistrate

The Judiciary
Kampala, Uganda
11.2024 - Current
  • I administer my court and supervise staff under me.
  • I adjudicate both civil and criminal cases and mediate conflicts.
  • I write and deliver judgments.
  • I inspect places of detention to ensure adherence to and observance of human rights.
  • Managed and accounted for resources disbursed to court.
  • Oversaw management of court properties and registries within my jurisdiction.
  • Compiled monthly case reports and quarterly status reports for supervisor review.
  • Facilitated district committee meetings by ensuring all members participated and contributed effectively.

Part Time Lecturer

Islamic University in Uganda
Mbale
05.2019 - Current
  • I conduct lectures and discussions for students in the assigned course units.
  • I set, invigilated and marked exams for the assigned subjects and conducted moot courts.
  • Conduct continuous assessments to evaluate student understanding and progress.
  • I set and supervise students' course work.
  • Supervise research students, providing guidance and support to enhance their academic development.
  • Participate in community service initiatives, contributing to local development and fostering student engagement.

Principal Magistrate Grade One

The Judiciary
Kampala
07.2022 - 10.2024
  • Wrote and delivered judgments, ensuring fair and timely resolutions of cases.
  • I adjudicated both civil and criminal cases and mediated conflicts.
  • I inspected places of detention to ensure adherence to and observance of human rights.
  • Administered court operations and supervised staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
  • Managed court properties and registries, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective resource allocation.
  • I made monthly case reports and quarterly status reports to my immediate supervisor.
  • I accounted for resources disbursed to my court.
  • Facilitated discussions in District chain linked committee meetings to foster collaboration among members.

Magistrate Grade One

The Judiciary
Kampala
05.2014 - 05.2022
  • I adjudicated both civil and criminal cases and mediated conflicts.
  • I wrote and delivered judgments.
  • Administered court operations and supervised staff to ensure effective delivery of judicial services.
  • Inspected places of detention and chaired District chain linked committee meetings to enhance collaboration among local authorities.
  • Compiled monthly case reports and quarterly status reports to inform supervisor of court activity and case progression.
  • Tracked all resources allocated to the court to ensure accurate reporting.
  • Maintained custody of all court properties in my area of jurisdiction and managed registries effectively.

Consultant

University of Cape Town
11.2017 - 12.2017
  • Contributed to a team conducting research and developed a curriculum on intellectual property, access to knowledge, and access to medicine.
  • Identified challenges in managing intellectual property rights and policies, informing future strategic recommendations.
  • Conducted research on intellectual property and access to medicine, contributing to understanding of policy implications.
  • Developed educational curricula for diverse learners, enhancing engagement and knowledge retention.

Assistant University Secretary (Legal)

Nkumba University
Entebbe
03.2014 - 11.2014
  • Advised University on legal matters to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
  • I represented the University in court and attended University meetings.
  • Drafted legal documents and correspondence, ensuring clarity and adherence to regulations.
  • Facilitated communication between University and external lawyers to streamline legal processes.
  • Recorded minutes during university meetings to maintain accurate records.

Legal Associate

Fides Legal Advocates
Kampala
11.2013 - 03.2014
  • Conducted client interviews, drafted letters and pleadings, and composed legal opinions and memorandums to support senior partner's case strategies.
  • Handled court litigation, conducted legal research, followed up on court matters, and supervised junior staff to ensure effective case management.
  • Created and maintained documents for easy and quick location of files and tracking progress of cases.
  • Drafted, reviewed, and amended various legal documents, including contracts and wills, to protect client interests.
  • Managed case files meticulously, ensuring all documentation was organised and accessible for reference and review.

Associate Partner and Head of the Company and Intellectual Property Department

F. X. Ogwado & Co Advocates
Kampala
03.2011 - 08.2012
  • Managed intellectual property matters, advising clients and enforcing rights to safeguard their interests.
  • Secured recoveries for clients through effective mediation and civil litigation.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations of the firm, making strategic decisions to enhance firm performance.
  • I drafted pleadings and legal documents, maintained case records, and followed up on cases.

Legal Assistant

Geoffrey Nangumya & Co Advocates
Kampala
02.2010 - 04.2011
  • Conducted legal research and drafted documents and memoranda to support case preparation.
  • Interviewed clients, drafted pleadings, mediated conflicts, and collaborated with team to resolve legal issues.
  • Managed case files, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt retrieval of information.
  • Drafted legal documents, including contracts, wills, and conveyances, adhering to precise legal requirements.
  • Coordinated with court personnel and other legal professionals to schedule hearings and meetings.

Education

Master of Science - Negotiation and Mediation

Africa University
Zimbabwe
01-2026

Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice

Law Development Centre
Kampala
01-2010

Master - Intellectual Property

Africa University
Zimbabwe
01-2013

Bachelors of laws -

Makerere University
Uganda
01-2009

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -

Makerere College
Uganda
01-2004

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Ndejje Senior Secondary School
Luwero, Uganda
01-2002

Primary Leaving Examination -

St. Noa Junior Boarding School
Zana, Uganda
01-1998

Skills

  • Judicial administration
  • Legal drafting
  • Legal research
  • Case management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication Skills
  • Organisation
  • Decision making
  • Leadership skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Public speaking
  • Computer Skills

Certification

20th – 25th June 2024 attended and completed a course on anti-corruption and Integrity organized by Transparency International Lithuania in Cooperation with Mykolas Romeris University Law School. (I was awarded a scholarship by Transparency International School of Integrity to attend the Course)
18th – 21st June 2024 I completed a course on Human rights and persons Deprived of Liberty organized by the Global Campus of Human Rights. (I was awarded a scholarship by Ghent University to attend the Course)
24th – 28th July 2023 I attended the Capacity Building Workshop on Strategic Litigation and Advocacy in Pretoria organized by the Centre for Human Rights of the University of Pretoria. (I was awarded a scholarship by the University of Pretoria to attend the workshop)
14th to 16th December 2017, I a Training on Gender based Violence and HIV;
16th to 17th May 2017, a Training on wildlife crimes in Uganda
30th to 31st March 2017, Training in small claims;
15th to 17th February 2017, Training on Mediation and quick dispute resolution;
15th to 28th June 2014, the early leadership development training program by the civil service college of Uganda.

Custom

  • Reading
  • Meeting and interacting with interesting people
  • Team work
  • Watching movies
  • Traveling
  • Adventuring
  • Reading novels
  • Listening to good Music

Languages

English
Proficient
C2
Luganda
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Intermediate
B1

Interests

  • Reading, Meeting and interacting with interesting people, team work, watching movies, traveling, adventuring, reading novels, and listening to good Music

Accomplishments

  • 29th January 2021 I received a recognition of excellency and appreciation from the Chief Registrar Courts of the Courts of Judicature for the good work I did in administration of justice while working in Butaleja as a magistrate grade one between 2019 and 2020.
    October 2016 I was awarded a Research fellowship by the University of Cape Town South Africa ASK Justice Fellowship. This was a fellowship by the intellectual property unit of the University of Cape Town to conduct research in the area of intellectual property and access to medicine and knowledge. I was part of the team tasked with coming up with the university curriculum for teaching intellectual property and access
    to knowledge and medicine. I successfully executed my assignments and was later hired as a consultant by the University in the same project
    I am the Secretary Portraits of Devotion (POD) Club, from 2012 to date, An association comprised of mainly medical doctors with an aim of empowering each other financially and giving back to the society through charity health camps.

Referees

CHARACTER REFEREES


1. Hon. Justice Ajiji Alex Mackay
Resident Judge Lira
Courts Of Judicature, High Court Building,
P.O.Box 7085 Kampala-Uganda.
Mob: +256772482891
Email: alex.ajiji@yahoo.com


2. Mr. Sam Rogers Wairagara
Deputy Senior Technical Advisor – JLOS
Ministry of Justice & Constitutional Affairs
P.O. Box 7183 Kampala - Uganda
Mob: +256772503593
E-mail: psajustice.go.ug


PROFESSIONAL REFEREES:


1. Prof. Ronald Kakungulu Mayambala
Makerere University
P.O. Box 7062 Kampala Uganda
Mob: +256772318528
E-mail: rmkakungulu@gmail.com


2. Dr. Zahara Nampewo
Deputy Principal School of Law
Makerere University
P.O.Box 7062 Kampala - Uganda
Mob: +256779114220
E-mail: znampewo@gmail.com

Certification

I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, the information contained herein correctly describes me, my qualifications and my experience.

Signed at Kampala this ........ day of .......................... 2026

Nsobya Ronald Kamya

Timeline

Senior Principal Magistrate

The Judiciary
11.2024 - Current

Principal Magistrate Grade One

The Judiciary
07.2022 - 10.2024

Part Time Lecturer

Islamic University in Uganda
05.2019 - Current

Consultant

University of Cape Town
11.2017 - 12.2017

Magistrate Grade One

The Judiciary
05.2014 - 05.2022

Assistant University Secretary (Legal)

Nkumba University
03.2014 - 11.2014

Legal Associate

Fides Legal Advocates
11.2013 - 03.2014

Associate Partner and Head of the Company and Intellectual Property Department

F. X. Ogwado & Co Advocates
03.2011 - 08.2012

Legal Assistant

Geoffrey Nangumya & Co Advocates
02.2010 - 04.2011

Master of Science - Negotiation and Mediation

Africa University

Post Graduate Diploma - Legal Practice

Law Development Centre

Master - Intellectual Property

Africa University

Bachelors of laws -

Makerere University

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -

Makerere College

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Ndejje Senior Secondary School

Primary Leaving Examination -

St. Noa Junior Boarding School
NSOBYA Ronald Kamya