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KNT Advocates is a full-service law firm based Uganda. We are a corporate and commercial law firm offering full scale legal services. We have grown from a small specialty firm in 2014 to a full-service firm.
We have a multi-disciplinary team of lawyers, accountants and other professionals with local, regional and global exposure enabling us to provide total business solutions through integrated service offerings.
We work with a multi-disciplinary team of brilliant legal minds who specialize in different areas of law. Our strong emphasis on integrity ensures that all our advocates are thoroughly vetted and in good standing with the ULS. Our customer-centric philosophy is hinged on being a reliable service provider offering efficient and commercially viable solutions in our areas of practice. This means that you can trust us to handle your legal matters with the utmost care. We are an all-inclusive law firm that caters to the needs of all business people, ranging from SMEs to large corporate entities. If you are looking for a firm that offers value for money, we are the right choice.
To be the premier reference law firm, offering quality legal services that satisfy the needs of our clients, in Uganda, East Africa, and beyond.
To provide high-quality and proficient legal services with integrity and professionalism in a timely and accurate manner.
Our Core Values
At KNT, we are guided by a set of core values that define our approach to legal practice and ensure the highest level of service to our clients. These principles are at the heart of everything we do, from advising on complex legal matters to delivering solutions that drive success and resolve challenges.
This is integral to our Firm’s culture. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of conduct, treating every client, colleague, and opposing party with respect and courtesy. Our Attorneys approach each case with meticulous attention to detail, strategic thinking and a commitment to delivering results in a timely and efficient manner.
Our Team is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, honesty, and accountability in every aspect of our work.
We strive for excellence in everything we do. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals who are experts in their fields, constantly updating their knowledge to stay ahead of evolving laws and industry trends. We are committed to delivering top-tier legal services and achieving the best possible results for our clients.
We take full responsibility for our work and outcomes. Our team is proactive in communicating with clients and keeping them informed about the progress of their cases. We hold ourselves accountable to our clients by delivering on our promises, meeting deadlines and providing high-quality legal representation.
We prioritize the confidentiality of our clients’ information. All client communications and sensitive documents are handled with the utmost discretion, and we adhere to strict confidentiality agreements. Your privacy and trust are of paramount importance, and we are committed to safeguarding the information you entrust to us.
We believe that team work is fundamental to delivering the best outcomes for our clients and maintaining a positive, collaborative workplace environment. Our commitment to teamwork is woven into every aspect of our practice, ensuring that we approach every case, challenge and opportunity with collective effort and shared responsibility.
Our Team
Our strength lies in the diversity, expertise, and experience of our team. Our Attorneys are dedicated to delivering outstanding legal services and providing practical, tailored solutions to meet our clients’ needs. Get to know the people who make it all happen.
Support staff
but the entire team working behind scenes. Our support staff is an essential part of our success, providing vital administrative, research, and client service support to ensure that every legal matter is handled with the utmost care and efficiency. Meet our dedicated team individuals who help keep our operations running smoothly;
We assist clients with obtaining work permits, investor visas, and residence permits for expatriates and foreign nationals in Uganda.
We advise clients on the processes for acquiring Ugandan Citizenship and dealing with matters related to nationality and immigration status.
We represent clients in courts of law for civil disputes, including breach of contract, tort claims and property disputes.
We provide alternative Dispute resolution services through arbitration and mediation to resolve business and commercial disputes without resorting to litigation.
We defend individuals and corporate entities facing criminal charges, including fraud, corruption and other criminal offences under Ugandan Law.
We represent clients in disputes related to construction contracts, delays, performance bonds, and liability issues.
We provide advice on Ugandan Tax laws, including VAT, income tax, capital gains tax, and tax treaties, to ensure compliance and optimize tax obligations.
We represent clients in disputes with the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA), including tax assessments, audits, and appeals.
We offer legal guidance on customs laws and import regulations, including the classification and valuation of goods, duty exemptions, and compliance with international trade rules.
We advise on compliance with Uganda’s environmental regulations and ensuring that businesses meet environmental standards.
We provide legal counsel on the sustainable use and management of Uganda’s natural resources, including land, water, and biodiversity protection.
We represent clients in disputes related to environmental damage, pollution and resource depletion.
We assist clients with registering and protecting trademarks, patents, copyrights, and industrial designs in Uganda.
Our Team is well equipped with skills in drafting licensing agreements, franchise agreements and contracts related to the commercialization of intellectual property.
We represent clients in disputes over intellectual property infringement, counterfeiting, and unfair competition.
Uganda’s Oil and Gas sector is rapidly developing, and the legal land scape surrounding exploration, production, and commercialization is complex. As one of the newest players in East Africa’s oil industry, Uganda has put in place a robust legal framework to regulate exploration, production, and revenue-sharing, ensuring both international investment and sustainable development.
KNT offers expert legal services to guide companies through the intricate laws governing Uganda’s Oil and Gas industry.
Our attorneys ensure that such agreements are tailored to protect your commercial interests while complying with local news. Key Contract types include; Production Sharing Agreements (PSAs), Concessions and Licenses, Joint Operating Agreements (JOAs).
At KNT, we specialize in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts to safe guard your interests and ensure regulatory compliance.
Services we offer in Oil and Gas Law;
Our team offers comprehensive legal advice to both local and international clients on matters ranging from exploration to production, refining, and distribution. We provide expert insight into the legal implications of Uganda Oil and Gas laws and Policies.
Navigating the regulatory landscape of Uganda’s Oil and Gas sector requires a deep understanding of the laws and regulations. We help clients comply with all local regulations, including those concerning environmental protection, taxation, and labor.
Our team assists clients in obtaining the necessary exploration, production, and export licenses. We ensure that all licenses and permits are compliant with Ugandan law and that applications are processed efficiently.
We represent clients in negotiating and drafting contracts related to oil and gas exploration, production, refining, transportation, and sale. Our goal is to ensure that your agreements are robust, clear, and commercially sound.
Our team assists clients in obtaining the necessary exploration, production, and export licenses. We ensure that all licenses and permits are compliant with Ugandan law and that applications are processed efficiently.
Our experienced team understands the complexities of Uganda Oil and Gas industry and the legal challenges faced by businesses in this sector. We offer tailored legal solutions to mitigate risks, optimize opportunities, and ensure compliance with Ugandan Law.
We are dedicated in ensuring and promoting the family as the natural and fundamental unit in our present society and offering services such as;
We represent clients in divorce, legal separation, and annulment proceedings, including issues of property division, spousal maintenance, and child custody.
Our Team will offer you with legal guidance on child custody arrangements, variation rights, and child support.
Our Team will assist you with adoption processes and providing legal services related to Guardianship of minors.
Count the all-round well-being of your future generation taken care of, from preparation and execution of Wills, to the establishment of Family Trusts and Power of Attorney, estates, probate and intestate succession to legal representation under Uganda’s laws of inheritance.
Our Employment and Labour Practice team boasts a formidable track record in guiding Uganda's corporate and business community through the intricacies of employment, health and safety, and pension fund matters. With a keen focus on dispute resolution and commercial transactions impacting employees, our expertise is unmatched.
Our Team is equipped with skills of drafting employment contracts, non-compete agreements, and workplace policies in compliance with Uganda’s Employment Act.
Representing employers and employees in labor disputes, including wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage disputes.
Advising on health and safety standards, occupational health regulations, and other workplace-related compliance issues.
Our Team will assist you negotiations between employers and trade unions regarding labor agreements and collective bargaining.
The Corporate World is rich and diverse in both laws and practice. Our associates are well equipped with the expertise to handle your brief in diverse sectors which include; corporate governance, capital markets and securities, mergers and acquisitions, infrastructure and Public Private Partnerships, employment and labour law, intellectual property, private equity, real estate, immigration and insurance.
Our Team has the expertise in advising you on the registration of businesses, including limited liability companies, partnerships, and sole proprietorships in compliance with the Companies Act and other relevant regulations.
Our Team will assist you with mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring, including conducting due diligence and advising on regulatory requirements.
We provide legal guidance on best practices in corporate governance, compliance, and board structure for both local and international businesses.
Our Tame is well equipped with the necessary skills in drafting and negotiating various commercial agreements, including supply contracts, distribution agreements, franchise agreements, and partnerships agreements.
When it comes to conveyancing, our reputation precedes us, our experience over the years has allowed us to serve a variety of clientele for both residential and commercial accommodations, below are some of the services we offer;
We advise on the sale, purchase, lease, and transfer of real estate, including residential, commercial and industrial properties.
Providing legal services related to land acquisitions, property development, zoning and urban planning regulations.
We represent clients in land disputes including issues of land tenure, boundary disputes, and conflicts arising from customary, freehold and Mailo land systems.
We facilitate property transfers, including title searches, drafting sale agreements, and ensuring compliance with the Land Act and other related legislation.
We work hand in hand with Financial Institutions ranging from Banks and Microfinance Institutions to offer services among which include; drafting, review and perfection of mortgages and other financial agreements such as debentures, credit agreements, charges to mention but a few, securitization, financial structuring, loan restructures, representation in litigation matters, debt collection, bank recoveries, foreclosures, receiverships and liquidations among others. Our Attorneys have the essential drafting skills, experience, creativity and insight to handle even the most complex financial facilities. The team has advised numerous clients on various financial instruments such as term loans, bilateral loans, syndicated loans, overdrafts, stock lending, repos to mention but a few.