Okalang Law Chambers (OLC) is a well established Ugandan law firm with offices in Jinja and Kampala. Founded in 1989, the firm has built a reputation for handling corporate, commercial and dispute resolution matters for a diverse client base that includes local companies, regulators, multinational clients and high net worth individuals. The team is led by Managing Partner Okalang Robert, a veteran advocate with more than 33 years in practice, who has served as Uganda Law Society Vice-President and received the Uganda Law Society Most Distinguished Service Award.

OLC has earned recognition for landmark civil and commercial litigation and for advising on complex cross-border transactions. The firm represents a diverse clientele, including multinational companies, banks and regulators, and has contributed to the development of Ugandan jurisprudence through high profile cases and corporate matters. The firm also handles cross-border and domestic transactions and provides risk management and governance oriented advice to clients across industry sectors.

OLC is committed to client service through clear engagement models, transparent billing and regular progress updates. The firm provides written scope and timelines at instruction, fee estimates, and ongoing reporting, while maintaining confidentiality and prioritizing open, constructive communication with clients. This client centered approach is complemented by a hands-on leadership team and a track record of delivering timely results across corporate, commercial and dispute resolution matters.

About Okalang Law Chambers

Founded in 1989

8 people in their team


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Intellectual Property
Real Estate
Civil & Human Rights
Family

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

OLC provides custom-tailored corporate counsel to entrepreneurs, fast-growing businesses, government departments, multinationals and listed companies. The firm delivers practical, business-minded advice across domestic and cross-border transactions, including due diligence, joint ventures and mergers, taxation and insurance considerations, and cross-border regulatory interfaces. Clients benefit from clear scope and timelines, transparent fee estimates, ongoing progress updates and disciplined project management that align with governance and risk management objectives.
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

Intellectual Property

OLC handles registration and enforcement of trademarks, patents, industrial designs and copyrights, including assignments and licenses, oppositions and IP related litigation. The team supports brand protection and anti-counterfeit measures, IP portfolio management, and IP in commercial deals through licensing, restrictive covenants and related transactions, delivering timely filings and practical business oriented advice for multinationals and local clients.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Real Estate

Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Civil & Human Rights

OLC provides constitutional and human rights advice and represents clients in civil and public law matters, including election petitions and public law remedies where appropriate. The firm handles disputes at all court levels with a track record of landmark judgments and appellate advocacy.
Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Disability
Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability
Discrimination
Native People
Education Law
Military Law
Animal Law
Faith-Based Law
State, Local, and Municipal Law
Veterans Benefits

Family

OLC offers domestic relations and family law support, including divorce, adoption, parentage, guardianship, marriage registration, and succession and probate. The firm works to preserve dignity and confidentiality, using a constructive approach to settlements and maintaining client care throughout the process.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment