About

THE FIRM

As a network, we have advised on several high value transactions and projects within the region and our clients include leading local and multinational corporations, parastatals and Governments. Our diverse team comprises of subject matter specialists who have a deep understanding of their sectors and work closely with international experts who provide global experience and insights.

Our team of highly talented, experienced and agile Partners and Associates has both local and international credentials as well as a blend of private practice, in-house, public and private sector experience.

This unique combination gives us an unrivalled understanding of the key legal, financial and commercial issues that affect businesses in Uganda, East Africa and the Sub Saharan Africa.

About our Successes

WHY CHOOSE US

We have three values which guide our thinking, behaviour and engagement with our clients and stakeholders:

  • Excellence: We deliver what we promise and add value beyond what is expected. We achieve this through innovation, learning and agility.
  • Teamwork: The best solutions come from working together with colleagues and clients. Effective teamwork requires relationships, respect and sharing.
  • Courage: We challenge our people and clients to be bold so that they are adequately equipped to meet the challenges of today’s dynamic business and economic environment.

By emphasizing these values define our identity, focus on what makes us successful and discourage those things that hinder our progress.

CASE STRATEGY

When we take on your case, we don’t follow conventional approaches to dispute resolution. Ours is a holistic view of your matter that blends the law with a proactive business sense.

EARS TO THE GROUND

We have our ears firmly on the ground. Our clients benefit from our first-hand insights on new developments in the sector in which they operate as and when they occur.

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS

Our lawyers are experts in their chosen disciplines and are regularly called upon as thought leaders to share insights on topical issues. We are deliberate about passing on this expertise within the team to build the next crop of subject matter experts.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

We have cultivated critical relationships with key players in the industries in which our clients operate – be it with government entities, regulators, or industry associations. We also leverage our relationships with other law firms within Africa, the United States, or Europe to offer value-adding advice.

WHO WE ARE

Professional and highly trained

We offer a distinctive service by ensuring that we always challenge ourselves to bring new and original ways of thinking to the complex legal challenges they face.

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INSURANCE

Africa only represents a small percentage of the global insurance market, despite being home to 13% of the world’s population.

TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS

Transport infrastructure is one of the most significant contributors to a country’s infrastructure.

NON-PROFIT & FOUNDATION

We are a pioneer provider of a specialist practice service targeted towards non-profits and social enterprises in Uganda.

ENERGY

The trend of exploitation of energy is transforming rapidly owing to emerging factors like climate change.

TECHNOLOGY, DIGITAL & TELECOMS

Africa is an untapped market for many forms of technology, and therefore shows hope for a rapid technological development.

FINTECH, STARTUPS & VENTURE CAPITAL

Citadel Advocates offers legal advice to individuals, financial institutions, and investment firms with both local and foreign operation.

INFRASTRUCTURE & CONSTRUCTION

Public infrastructure and construction consumes the biggest fraction of most Developing Economies’ budgets.

REAL ESTATE

The real estate sector is evolving and growing at a rapid scale amongst developing economies of the world. It is a key sector accounting for a considerable portion of Africa’s GDP.

23 Years

COMBINED EXPERIENCE

26 Team Staff

LAWYERS & SUPPORT

5 Recognitions

HONORS & AWARDS

207 Happy Clients

SUCCESSFUL CASES

Key Competencies

OUR SKILLS

PPPs, PROJECT FINANCE & INFRASTRUCTURE 95%
CORPORATE COMMERCIAL & REAL ESTATE 90%
TAXATION ADVISORY & COMPLIANCE SERVICES 89%
BANKING & FINANCE 97%
ENERGY & RESOURCES 91%
TELECOMS & TECHNOLOGY 90%

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Here at your service. Email or Call Us: +256 414 34 2636 / +256 394 89 2582