Ugandan leading law firm with expertise in Technology, Media, Telecommunication, IP, Corporate Law, and Dispute Resolution.
Proud member of
@AlliottGlobal
At this year's
#KTASymposium
, we will be partnering with government departments, the private sector & civil society to harness
#4IR
opportunities for economic growth, competitiveness and human development.
Register here to attend.
@ug_lawsociety
The 4th annual
#KTASymposium
on Intellectual Property, Technology & Innovation will be held on on 21st & 22nd October 2021.
Under the theme "Harnessing Intellectual Property in The 4th Industrial Revolution," the symposium will look to;
We are glad to announce that KTA Senior Partner
@edtabaro
has been appointed as a Special Envoy of the President of Sudan’s oldest political party. He will serve as the Mahdi’s special envoy in the East African region.
As we celebrate the new year
#2024
, we’re proud to announce that KTA will be marking 15 years of delivering top notch legal services in Uganda
This year also ushers a new era with the appointment of
@TabaroEdwin
as our new Managing Partner, succeeding the remarkable
@asmahaney12
Our office is buzzing with the energy of new talented clerkship students from the Law Development Center! 🌟
We’re embracing diverse legal perspectives and shaping the next generation of legal luminaries.
🎉 Happy Birthday to our senior partner,
@edtabaro
! 🎈 Your wisdom and leadership have guided us through legal challenges and triumphs.
Here's to another year of success and inspiration! 🎂🥳
Congratulations to our very own
@LincolnMugagga
who enrolled as an Advocate earlier today.
His enrollment sees him move from Junior Associate to Associate.
#KTAat14Years
We are proud to announce that Jeffrey Kaddu has won April’s Blu Collar Award! Jeff is a dedicated and hardworking lawyer who is always willing to go the extra mile.
He is a valuable asset to our team, and we are lucky to have him.
Join us in wishing our Partner Kenneth Muhangi a happy birthday!
You are great at what you do, nobody can deny it! The entire KTA Advocates team wishes you a fruitful year ahead.
Richard and Joshua, our Weekly Stars! These two are always there to lend a helping hand, and they always go the extra mile. Thanks for being such amazing team players!
This panel will explore how content creators like media houses, vloggers, podcasts, social media influencers, can lawfully monetize their creativity/work through protecting their Intellectual Property.
@mkiboneka
@kababiito_
Learn more here:
#KTASymposium
Congratulations to
@KenethKipaalu
on his well-deserved promotion to Associate Partner! Your hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed.
We are excited to see all the amazing things you will achieve in this new role! 🎉
Timothy is a true influencer. He is always coming up with new ideas and he is always looking for ways to improve our firm. We are so proud to have him on our team!
KTA represented the E-trade and Startups Association of Uganda before the Parliamentary Committee on ICT to make submissions on the proposed Computer Misuse (Amendment) Bill 2022
Commenting on her new position, The Managing Partner,
@asmahaney12
hailed the firm for demonstrating its ability to quickly adapt to global business trends with her appointment set to contribute to the business success female leadership can bring.
The team at KTA Advocates would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to Shubra, Norbert, and Trust for their exceptional work during their clerkship.
It has been a pleasure to have them on board and we are grateful for the valuable contributions they have made.
We are delighted to acknowledge the outstanding dedication and hard work of Jeffrey, a member of our Dispute Resolution Team.
Your unwavering commitment to excellence has not gone unnoticed, and we express our gratitude for your contribution.
Thank you,
@JeffreyKaddu
.
Over the last 12 years, we've built a diverse Partnership of outstanding experts in Law & established a practice known for its boutique service offering in Banking & Finance, Tech, Media, Telecommunications, Intellectual Property, Project Finance & Construction Law.
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#TheTeam
Shoutout to Innocent, a valuable member of our Corporate and Commercial team!
His hard work and expertise are integral to our success. Thank you for your unwavering commitment, Innocent ! 👏
At KTA we believe in the growth and success of
#OurPeople
. Warm congratulatory wishes go out to
@kktim19
, a newly enrolled advocate.
Welcome to the bar!
Adidas recently encountered a stumbling block in a trademark infringement case against Thom Browne.
The takeaway? Before pursuing legal action, it’s crucial to grasp the intricacies of the likelihood of confusion test in trademark law.
#KTAat15
#IntellectualProperty
We are glad to announce the appointment of
@kenethkipaalu
a Senior Associate at KTA Advocates as Practice Head of Dispute Resolution. With his expertise, we know the department is in capable hands.
KTA Managing Partner
@asmahaney12
has been shortlisted for this year's Partner of the Year and she is the only Ugandan Lawyer shortlisted in this category.
Thank you
@AfricaLegaltech
&
@lawdotcom
To our Managing Partner:
Your dedication, determination, and vision inspire us to always give our best. We appreciate having someone wonderful like you at the helm of affairs.
Do have a happy birthday🎉🎉🎉🎉
🎉 Celebrating Nina, our shining star! 🌟 Throughout June, she's been the epitome of excellence, winning all the awards within our firm.
From her brilliant mind to her unwavering dedication,
@this_kagwera
has set the bar high for what it means to be an outstanding lawyer.
The High Court of Uganda delivered a decision that will have profound implications on the application of proceeds from disposal of mortgaged property by financial institutions upon foreclosure.
Read about it in an article compiled by our team here:
We'd like to join the rest of the Law Fraternity in congratulating Justice Tabaro upon his honorary doctorate!
It's an honor to have him as part of KTA.
During today's Learning Hour,
@BaziraAnthony1
, partner at
@byenkyakihika
will be sharing the inspirational story of his career that has seen him rise through the ranks from a Legal Assistant to Partner.
Marion, you've officially made history by being admitted to the bar. Your dedication and hard work have paid off, let's raise a glass to your success!
#Congratulations
“Sustainability is not just a pathway to business growth, it’s the foundation upon which enduring success is built. “ - Anete Garoza, Chief Climate Officer 1MTN group elaborates more on how businesses can develop a climate resilient and friendly environment.
On issues of enforceability of foreign judgments in Uganda: The High Court held that, prior to being enforced in Uganda, foreign judgments mustn’t first be registered.
We've got a special trio of winners for the month past as selected by the entire team at KTA.
It's an honor to work with you and have you as part of the team.
Congratulations 🎉
Shoutout to Nina, a valuable member of our Corporate and Commercial team!
Your hard work and expertise are integral to our success. Thank you for your unwavering commitment, Nina!👏
The Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA) recently announced that all Accountable Persons must now register electronically on the FIA’s e-register.
Read the full article here:
#KTAat15
For many women lawyers, a long-term career at the top level of Big Law still seems out of reach.
At KTA, we understand that the battle for diversity is far from won & so we continue to fight everyday in-spite of the infamous ‘sticky floors’ and ‘glass ceilings’ prevalent ...
Our Copyright Clinic this year will be aimed at:
✓Sensitizing artists about copyright
✓ Promoting its commercialization
✓Understanding the basics of entertainment contracts.
✓& how copyright can be enforced.
#artbuttersmybread
#KTACopyrightClinic
Did you know? Uganda has a law protecting trade secrets under the Trade Secrets Protection Act 2009. To qualify for protection, information must be kept confidential, possess commercial value & have undergone reasonable measures to maintain secrecy.
#TradeSecrets
#IPProtection
KTA Advocates partner Kenneth Muhangi was invited to speak at the recent training of Chief Magistrates on Cybercrime organized by the Judicial Training Institute.
#CybercrimeTraining
#JudicialTraining
#Kampala
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Celebrating the growth and achievements at KTA Advocates!
Congratulations to
@LincolnMugagga
& Cathrine Akankwasa on their promotions to Associate (Level 2), Sarah Namayanja on her role as Registry and Custodial Officer, and Emma Nantume on becoming a Senior Associate. 🎉👏
Delighted to conduct a client health check with
@dfcugroup
this morning. We enjoyed productive discussions and reaffirmed our strong partnership.
#KTAat15
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Get a copy of today’s
@DailyMonitor
for a candid interview with our Partner
@asmahaney12
.
From juggling multiple roles to the challenges of being a female leader, she shares insights on staying true to yourself in the legal world. Don't miss out!
#WomenInLeadership
#KTAat15
FACT:
In 2016, a student at Makerere University improved upon the tear gas used by security agencies to quell riots by making it less toxic.
He made minor improvements to an already existing invention which was registered as a utility model to protect his rights as an inventor.
For those who know
@xcenneth
, it's self-evident how exceptional he is as a professional (lawyer & creative) and as a person.
To celebrate his birthday today, we've included a few of his poems that we know many of you haven't read yet.
Enjoy.
We hosted a dinner last evening with journalists, Richie Diaz -Fintech Times, Andrew Scott, Nicholas Webster- The National (Abu Dhabi) & Tom Collins from African Business together with our clients.
A wonderful evening with a great bunch of professionals.
🏆 Proud to share that our Managing Partner clinched the ‘Female Managing Partner of the Year' award
at the Women in Law Conference & Awards last night at
@SheratonKampala
.
#WomenInLawConference23
The 4th KTA Annual Symposium on Intellectual Property, Technology & Innovation will be held on 21st & 22nd October 2021.
Under the theme "Harnessing Intellectual Property in The 4th Industrial Revolution," the symposium will look to;
✓Sensitize makers, creators... 1
Congratulations to our Client
@SafeBoda
upon extending their brand direction as Uganda's first super app offering an array of payment services.
The app will offer Ugandans a one stop shop for their daily needs hence creating more value for its customers.
#DoMoreWithSafeBoda
Congrats Timothy on winning the Blu Collah Award! 🎉 Your exceptional work ethic & dedication to producing high-quality work beyond expectations are truly admirable.
You're an inspiration to all of us & a testament to the value of hard work. Keep it up! 👏💙
We're delighted to announce that
@xcenneth
has been appointed as the chairperson of the
@ug_lawsociety
ICT Cluster. As an experienced lawyer with a deep understanding of the legal-tech landscape, we're confident he'll be an asset to the cluster and the legal profession in Uganda.
The Managing Partner
@asmahaney12
led a delegation from the firm this morning to pay their last respects to the former speaker, Rt Hon. Jacob Oulanyah at
@Parliament_Ug
May his Soul Rest In Peace.
James Sewakiryanga is the brains behind the Janzi - a musical instrument based on the traditional harp-like Ugandan instrument called the Adungu.
His rights over his invention are protected under IP laws meaning that he gets to earn from its use as a creative!
New faces & a double winner 🎉
Congratulations to our stand out performers from the last month.
We're glad to have you on the team.
@LincolnMugagga
@BlairNtambi
Congratulations to our very own, Innocent and Nina on being called to the bar! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication.
This is a great start to your legal careers, and we are excited to see what you achieve in the future.
Lionel Messi's welcome package at PSG includes fan tokens - a type of cryptocurrency that allows holders to vote on mostly minor decisions related to their clubs.
Crypto & blockchain technologies will continue to further monetise fan engagement, attract sponsors &....
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Today we celebrate yet another year in the life of our great friend and mentor. Happy Birthday, Hon. Justice Patrick Tabaro. We wish you more blissful years ahead.
Our Commercial Team took no prisoners last month with what turned out to be a clean sweep for them for the firm's awards for February .
Congratulations 🎉
The team at KTA would like to wish our managing partner, leader & friend
@xcenneth
a very happy birthday.🎊
Praying that your birthday is a start to a new age of great health, much success and many more reasons to celebrate. 🥂 🍾
Congratulations to the outstanding members of our team for the month past. 🎉
Your wholehearted dedication to your work continues to contribute to our success.
The law practice in the western world has gone through many innovations. One interesting innovation is the concept of a 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦.
In 2021, a firm called FisherBroyles generated $136 million in revenue.
KTA Managing Partner
@asmahaney12
along with our Associate in Dispute Resolution under ADR practice:
@JeffreyKaddu
attended day one of the 9th East Africa International Arbitration conference organized by
@eaiac
Following the recent promulgation of the Data Protection and Privacy regulations 2021,
@NITAUganda1
appoints Ms. Stella Alibateese as the National Personal Data Protection Director, a position established by the Data Protection & Privacy Act 2019.
We’re all excited to get back to work and are committed to making 2021 bigger and better for all of you who continue to trust us with all your legal problems.
Feel free to make an appointment or walk in at our offices located at Plot 4 Hannington Road.
📰 Discover the intricate world of employer-employee dynamics in tech companies with
@kktim19
's thought-provoking three-part article. 🌐 Part one explores global jurisdictional nuances, while part two examines a groundbreaking case redefining employee status. 📚
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If we get it right, there's no denying that Big Data & AI can be an engine for innovation in policy & better service delivery from the public sector.
This panel shall discuss how
gov't can utilize data & AI to inform
legislation & policy & to improve public service delivery.
Intellectual Property at the
#OlympicGames
Are there lessons to be drawn from the United States Olympic Committee's utilization of its trademarks during the games?
#Tokyo2020
The
#KTASymposium
will bring together government departments, the private sector & civil society in a concerted effort aimed at harnessing
#4IR
opportunities for economic growth.
The Attorney General,
@KiryowaKk
's key note address will be on technology transfer & upskilling.
The
#KTASymposium
#4IR
is back with its 5th edition in a 2 day hybrid event that will bring together some of the biggest names in tech, law, finance & policy.
The event is slated for this Thursday & Friday at
@spekeresort
Book your ticket here:
We would like to congratulate our client
@JumiaUG
on becoming the first African Technology start-up company to ever be listed on the New York stock exchange
We are pleased to announce that that the 1st Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of EAC Affairs
@RebeccaKadagaUG
will be the Guest Of Honor at the KTA Regional Business Forum
#KTAat14Years
Copyright is the exclusive right granted to authors/owners of works for the original expression of their ideas reduced to material form.
Such works include books, music, film, photographs, computer software, and artistic designs among others...
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It's not all suits and courtrooms at KTA Advocates! Meet our October stars who bring life, excellence, and style to our firm. Congrats to Shane, Sarah, and Pauline – you've got the magic touch!
Wishing a fantastic birthday to Blair, one of our exceptional legal minds! 🎉 May this day be filled with joy, laughter, and wonderful moments. Cheers to another year of accomplishments in the legal world! 🎈🥳
Today we celebrate the birthday of our fearless leader, brilliant strategist, and all-around amazing Managing Partner!
We're grateful for your dedication to the firm and your unwavering commitment to our clients. Cheers to you!🎉
We've got a special trio of winners for the month past as selected by the entire team at KTA.
It's an honor to work with you and have you as part of our team.
Congratulations 🎉
Today, KTA Advocates was privileged to host insurance law expert, Rita Namakiiika Nangono, during our dedicated learning hour. She provided valuable insights on industry trends, best practices in insurance law, and the importance of client service in this field.