Our Lawyers in Uganda & Kampala

Meet the qualified advocates and lawyers in Kampala, Uganda, behind one of the best law firms in Uganda, a team built on integrity, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to justice.

Leadership

Principal Partner

Masari Aim Smith, Principal Partner, M-Smith Advocates

Masari Aim Smith

Principal Partner

LLB (Makerere University) • Dip. LDC (Law Development Centre)

Mr. Masari Aim Smith is the founder and driving force behind M-Smith Advocates, which he established in Kampala in 2013 with a clear mission: to make high-quality, results-driven legal representation accessible to businesses and individuals across Uganda and the wider East African Community.

With over a decade of practice spanning corporate and commercial law, real estate transactions, litigation, and EAC cross-border matters, Mr. Smith brings strategic acumen and practical judgment to every client engagement. He personally oversees the firm's most complex mandates and leads the firm's expanding regional practice.

Mr. Smith is a member of the Uganda Law Society and the East African Law Society, and regularly appears before the High Court of Uganda and various arbitral tribunals. He is known for his meticulous preparation, persuasive advocacy, and deep understanding of the commercial landscape in East Africa.

Corporate & Commercial Real Estate Law Litigation & Arbitration EAC Law
The Team

Advocates & Consultants

Our team of qualified advocates and specialists brings expertise across all 12 practice areas.

Namulindwa Rose, Advocate, M-Smith Advocates

Namulindwa Rose

Advocate

LLB (MUK) • Dip. LDC

An accomplished advocate with particular depth in civil and commercial litigation, Rose represents clients before the High Court of Uganda and arbitral tribunals. She is known for her meticulous approach to case preparation, sharp legal analysis, and persuasive courtroom advocacy. She also leads the firm's employment and labour law practice, advising both employers and employees on workplace disputes, contract negotiations, and regulatory compliance.

Litigation & Arbitration Employment Law Human Rights
Makhoka John, Advocate, M-Smith Advocates

Makhoka John

Advocate

LLB (MUK) • Dip. LDC

John is a versatile advocate with extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, advising businesses on company formations, mergers, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance. His background in immigration law has made him a trusted adviser for expatriates, NGOs, and multinational companies establishing or expanding operations in Uganda. He also handles oil and gas regulatory matters for clients in Uganda's growing energy sector.

Corporate Law Immigration Law Oil & Gas
Nalumansi Sylvia, Legal Assistant, M-Smith Advocates

Nalumansi Sylvia Kasozi

Legal Assistant

LLB (MUK) • Dip. LDC

Sylvia provides indispensable legal research, drafting, and case management support across all the firm's practice areas. Her thoroughness and eye for detail ensure that every client matter is handled with precision from initial intake through to resolution. Sylvia plays a key role in the firm's intellectual property and insurance law practice, conducting trademark searches, preparing registration filings, and coordinating with regulatory bodies on behalf of clients.

Legal Research Intellectual Property Insurance Law
Maweu Christopher Kituu, Consultant, M-Smith Advocates

Maweu Christopher Kituu

Consultant

MPPM • BASS • Dip. LDC

Christopher brings a rare multidisciplinary perspective to the firm's consultancy work. His advanced qualifications in public policy and social sciences, combined with his legal training, make him uniquely equipped to navigate regulatory frameworks, government relations, and natural resource law. He advises clients on mining licences, environmental compliance, and petroleum sector regulations, providing guidance that bridges legal requirements with practical commercial realities.

Mining and Mineral Transaction Advisory Oil & Gas Advisory Policy & Regulation
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Uganda Law Society MemberAll our advocates are duly enrolled and in good standing.
Strict ConfidentialityAll consultations are covered by advocate-client privilege.
EAC Regional CoverageWe advise on matters across all East African Community member states.