ROLAND ATUHEIRE
Business & Commercial Lawyer
Kampala
Summary
I am looking to work in a position that demands sharp interpersonal skills, collective team work with a view of achieving quality productivity and excellence in areas of responsibility. I am also looking to build on my skills within a challenging role and environment through sharing knowledge and committing myself to continuous professional development.
I am a self-motivated and hardworking lawyer, with a proficient appreciation of business and commercial law. I am charismatic character who indulges in activities relating to; brainstorming, idea implementation, creativity, innovation and above all, I accomplish my instructions sufficiently. Whereas I often am self-reliant, working under a team nourishes sufficient results, I am a team player and foster the attainment of the team's main objective.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Legal Assistant
Mutahinduka Twenda & Co. Advocates
01.2025 - Current
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
- Supported attorneys in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
- Drafted legal documents, including pleadings and motions, to support attorneys in various cases.
- Facilitated client meetings and consultations, ensuring all necessary documentation was prepared and available for attorney review.
Liaison to Secretary
Turtle Cap Financing Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
- Tasks executed are; incorporation of the company, taking down minutes in company meetings, applying for licenses, filing resolutions
- Managing the company schedule and fostering company actions.
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between directors and shareholders.
Legal Assistant
Namara Twenda Advocates
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Tasks executed as instructed by my supervisor are; preparation of documents such as; powers of attorney, resolutions, fee notes/invoices, legal opinions, legal memos, sale agreements, court applications, affidavits/depositions and more documents analogous to the same
- Other tasks handled are; formulation of case theories, client interviews, negotiations, court file perusal, case management (follow-up with the court registry and officials)
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, contributing to successful negotiations and settlements.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Assisted with trial preparation, including creation of exhibits, compilation of witness lists, and organization of evidence materials.
Law Clerk
Namara Twenda Advocates
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Completed tasks handed to me by the supervisor which ranged from preparation of documents such as; powers of attorney, resolutions, fee notes/invoices, legal opinions, legal memos, sale agreements, court applications, affidavits/depositions and more documents analogous to the same
- Completed tasks in regards to legal compliance such as registration of companies and applications for licenses
- Participated in client meetings alongside supervising attorneys, gaining valuable exposure to diverse areas of practice within the firm.
- Drafted persuasive legal memoranda to support attorney arguments during court proceedings.
- Investigated facts and laws to determine strategies for case preparation.
Intern
Namara Twenda Advocates
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Undertook various activities such as contract reviewing, service of court documents, sale of collateral
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
Office Assistant
Namara Twenda Advocates
01.2017 - 08.2017
- I was working under the office administration and assisting the firm's legal assistants
- Partook in office management activities
- Fostered the registration of company documents
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous front desk support.
- Streamlined communication within office, ensuring timely dissemination of important information to all staff members.
Education
PGDLP - Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Law Development Centre
Mbarara 01.2021 - 01.2023
LLB - Bachelor of Laws
Uganda Christian University
MUKONO 01.2017 - 01.2021
UACE -
Seeta High School- Green Campus
MUKONO 01.2015 - 01.2016
UCE -
Namilyango College
MUKONO 01.2011 - 01.2014
PLE -
Mother Majeri Primary School
BWEYOGERERE 01.2004 - 01.2010
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- willingness to learn
- good leadership skills
- Good in public speaking
Assertiveness
Mediation skills
Collaborative relationships
Certification
I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes myself, my qualifications and my experience and that I am available to undertake the assignment in case I am appointed., ATUHEIRE ROLAND, 05/21/24
Computer Competencies
- Ms Word, Very good
- Ms. Power Point, Good
- Ms. Excel, Good
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/18/98
- Nationality: Ugandan
writing
I write about unconventional and subtle forms of living with characters borrowed from my everyday life and I seem to always find harmony in satirizing the characters' actions and feelings.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Mutahinduka Twenda & Co. Advocates
01.2025 - Current
Liaison to Secretary
Turtle Cap Financing Ltd.
06.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant
Namara Twenda Advocates
01.2023 - 12.2024
Law Clerk
Namara Twenda Advocates
10.2022 - 01.2023
Intern
Namara Twenda Advocates
06.2021 - 07.2021
PGDLP - Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Law Development Centre
01.2021 - 01.2023
Office Assistant
Namara Twenda Advocates
01.2017 - 08.2017
LLB - Bachelor of Laws
Uganda Christian University
01.2017 - 01.2021
UACE -
Seeta High School- Green Campus
01.2015 - 01.2016
UCE -
Namilyango College
01.2011 - 01.2014
PLE -
Mother Majeri Primary School
01.2004 - 01.2010
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