Martha Uwizeye
@marthauwizeye
Legal professional with strong advocacy and analytical skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated legal professional with a comprehensive understanding of legal practices, honed through my education and diverse work experiences. I hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice with First Class Distinction and a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from Uganda Christian University. My career has been marked by a commitment to providing exceptional legal services, as evidenced by my role as a Legal Associate at Generis Advocates, where I manage client cases and develop litigation strategies.
In addition to my legal practice, I have served as a Tutorial Assistant at Uganda Christian University, where I contribute to the academic development of law students. My experience as a Compliance Officer at Bank of Africa Uganda Limited has further strengthened my skills in regulatory compliance and risk assessment. I am passionate about upholding the rule of law and ensuring that clients receive the best possible legal advice and representation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Tutorial Assistant
Uganda Christian University
Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)
In my role as a Tutorial Assistant at Uganda Christian University, I teach undergraduate law students, develop coursework, assist in assessments, and provide pastoral care to students, contributing to their academic success.
Legal Associate
Generis Advocates
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)
As a Legal Associate at Generis Advocates, I manage client cases, conduct legal research, prepare legal documents, develop litigation strategies, and supervise paralegals. My role involves ensuring favorable outcomes for clients through comprehensive legal services.
Compliance Officer
Bank of Africa Uganda Limited
Feb 2023 - Oct 2023 (8 months)
As a Compliance Officer at Bank of Africa, I monitor compliance with laws and policies, assist in resolving non-compliance issues, assess compliance risks, and conduct training for staff, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
Compliance Intern
Stanbic Bank Uganda Limited
Jun 2021 - Oct 2021 (4 months)
As a Compliance Intern at Stanbic Bank, I assisted in monitoring compliance with laws, tracked non-compliance issues, and conducted research for suspicious transaction alerts, gaining valuable experience in regulatory compliance.
Legal Clerk
Ministry of Justice & Constitutional Affairs
Oct 2022 - Jan 2023 (3 months)
In my position as a Legal Clerk, I prepared legal advice for government entities, conducted legal research, and reviewed contracts, contributing to the ministry's goal of upholding the rule of law in Uganda.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Law Development Centre
Post Graduate Diploma, Legal Practice
Grade: First Class Distinction
Post Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice with First Class Distinction. This program focused on practical legal skills necessary for effective legal practice.
Uganda Christian University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
Grade: Second Class Upper
Activities and societies: Auditor General of the Uganda Christian University Law Society; Electoral Commissioner at the Uganda Christian University Advent Semester Elections; Clerk to the Uganda Christian University Guild Tribunal; Semi-finalist at the Uganda Christian University Intra-faculty moot.
Bachelor of Laws (Hons) with Second Class Upper. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and practices, preparing graduates for various legal careers.
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