AF Mpanga Advocates stands out as a premier legal practice in Uganda, known for its comprehensive expertise across diverse areas of law. As a member of the global Bowmans network, the firm leverages both local insight and international standards to provide sophisticated legal solutions. Their seasoned team consistently advises on complex matters spanning corporate and commercial law, banking and finance, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance, making them the counsel of choice for leading businesses, financial institutions, and government entities.

The firm has earned a strong reputation for delivering reliable, commercially-focused legal advice tailored to the dynamic Ugandan market. AF Mpanga Advocates has played a pivotal role in landmark transactions and high-profile litigation, frequently acting on some of the most significant legal matters in the country. Their depth of experience and technical proficiency are matched by a proactive approach to managing risk and unlocking opportunities for clients operating in both established and emerging sectors.

Client service sits at the heart of AF Mpanga Advocatesโ€™ philosophy, characterized by attentiveness, integrity, and a commitment to excellence. The firm prioritizes building long-term relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and a genuine understanding of each clientโ€™s business objectives. These core values, combined with an unwavering dedication to ethical practice and innovation, continue to affirm AF Mpanga Advocatesโ€™ position as a trusted legal partner in Uganda and beyond.

About AF Mpanga Advocates

Founded in 2003


Practice areas
Banking & Finance
Corporate & Commercial
Employment & Labor
Intellectual Property
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Banking & Finance

AF Mpanga's Banking & Finance practice offers comprehensive legal services to a diverse clientele, including local and international banks, development finance institutions, and non-bank financial entities. The firm provides expert advice on syndicated lending, project finance, asset financing, trade and commodity finance, acquisition finance, real estate finance, corporate finance, fund financing, and leveraged finance. Notable engagements include advising Equity Bank Uganda Limited and Equity Bank Kenya Limited on a $70 million syndicated financing for Mahathi Infra Services Uganda Limited's construction of a jetty and four barges for petroleum transportation across Lake Victoria. The team also assists clients with regulatory compliance, product development, and navigating complex financial transactions, ensuring tailored solutions that align with each client's strategic objectives.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Corporate & Commercial

AF Mpanga's Corporate & Commercial practice offers comprehensive legal services in mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, corporate restructuring, insolvency, competition and antitrust, investment funding, private equity, and general corporate matters. The firm has advised clients across sectors such as manufacturing, consumer goods, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and capital markets. Their clientele includes corporations, multinationals, insurance companies, private equity funds, venture capital firms, and financial institutions. The team is recognized for delivering seamless advice and collaborating closely with clients to achieve optimal business outcomes.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Employment & Labor

AF Mpanga's Employment & Labor practice offers comprehensive legal services tailored to the evolving workforce landscape, including gig workers, independent contractors, and freelancers. The firm's business-oriented team provides strategic advice to employers on employment dispute litigation, collective terminations, restructurings, pension claims, statutory deductions, judicial review proceedings, occupational health and safety, outsourcing, whistleblowing, employee privacy, harassment complaint management, and workplace audits. Their clientele encompasses global corporations, financial institutions, transnational e-commerce companies, leading company directors, diplomatic missions, and humanitarian aid organizations.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Intellectual Property

AF Mpanga Advocates offers comprehensive intellectual property services, including registration, licensing, franchising, and strategic portfolio management. The firm assists clients in identifying and protecting IP assets, managing rights in virtual environments, and navigating complex IP litigation. Led by Frederick J. Mpanga, a recognized expert in the field, the team provides tailored legal advice to optimize the value and protection of clients' intellectual property.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Lawsuits & Disputes

AF Mpanga Advocates' Dispute Resolution practice is renowned for handling complex litigation and arbitration proceedings, including commercial disputes, banking conflicts, competition litigation, intellectual property cases, land disputes, fraud investigations, and related criminal matters. The firm evaluates each case on its merits, collaborates with clients to develop strategic approaches, and has a strong track record of success across all courts of judicature. Their clientele encompasses financial institutions, non-governmental organizations, multilateral organizations, regulators, public entities, and high-profile individuals. Additionally, the firm has a specific interest in human rights, governance, and public interest litigation.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency

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