Patience Mugunga Email & Phone Number

London Area, United Kingdom

Kampala, Uganda

• Successfully represented the Government of Uganda and allied agencies in courts and tribunals, demonstrating strong courtroom and advocacy skills.• Drafted and reviewed contracts involving the government of Uganda and its allied agencies, showcasing attention to detail and legal drafting capabilities.• Successfully conducted legal research to interpret complex laws, provide expert legal opinions, and advise clients on various legal matters.• Skilfully prepared legal briefs for claims and suits, exhibiting a thorough approach to case preparation.• Contributed to the legislative process by drafting and reviewing legislation, legal amendments, and assisting local governments in crafting ordinances and by-laws, demonstrating a commitment to legal reform and innovation. The most recent is reviewing Uganda's Amended Succession and Administrator General Acts. • Conducted comprehensive interviews and rigorous screening of applicants for Certificates of No Objection (CONO), ensuring meticulous due diligence and exceptional client service, resulting in the issuance of over 300 CONOs based on my recommendations.• Effectively prepared and submitted applications for Letters of Administration on behalf of the Administrator General, demonstrating meticulous attention to legal procedures and estate management.• Skilfully managed/administered estates of intestate persons on behalf of the Administrator General (Uganda) by ensuring efficient and lawful distribution of assets.

Uganda

• Managed a legal team, providing direction and fostering collaboration to achieve departmental goals.• Represented several of the firm’s clients before the Court of Appeal, High Court and other subordinate courts, tribunals, and other administrative bodies.• Provided strategic counsel to clients, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks and mitigating risks. • Developed case management strategies and oversaw civil cases from inception to resolution. • Drafted legal documents and formulated business agreements to facilitate transactions and mitigate risks. • Initiated team-building initiatives to foster a positive work culture and enhance teamwork.

Uganda

• Facilitated efficient case management and backlog clearance through legal research and document drafting.• Managed the judge's diary and calendar ensuring timely court proceedings.• Published rulings and judgments delivered by the Judge fostering legal transparency and accessibility, promoting legal education and awareness.

Kampala, Central Region, Uganda

• Drafted court pleadings and contracts.• Conducted legal research and wrote legal opinions demonstrating practical problem-solving and research capabilities.• Assisted in the preparation and review of Human Resource manuals, company incorporation documents and successfully ensured company incorporation. • Conducted initial client interviews. • Took minutes during the firm meetings.

Master Of Laws - Llm, Technology Media And Telecommunications

Modules include Data Protection Law and Compliance, E-Commerce Regulation, IT Transaction, Information Security, Cybercrime: Substantive.

Postgraduate Diploma In Legal Practice, Law

Bachelors, Law