Corporate Advisory Law

Strategic legal counsel for business formation, governance, compliance, and commercial transactions

Strategic Legal Foundations for Business Success

Successful businesses require not only commercial acumen but sound legal foundations. With dual legal and business qualifications (LLM + MBA), we provide counsel that aligns legal strategy with commercial objectives.

Company Formation Regulatory Compliance Contract Drafting Corporate Governance Mergers & Acquisitions Employment Law
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Comprehensive Corporate Legal Services

Our corporate advisory practice provides strategic legal counsel to help businesses establish robust structures, comply with regulations, and navigate complex commercial transactions in Uganda's evolving business environment.

LLM Oil & Gas + MBA dual qualifications
Extensive experience with Uganda Registration Services Bureau
Strategic focus on business-commercial alignment
Compliance advisory across multiple regulated sectors
Corporate Business in Uganda

Key Corporate Documents

Essential legal documents for business operations in Uganda

Memorandum & Articles of Association

Constitutional documents defining company structure, share capital, governance framework, and operational parameters.

  • Company constitution
  • Governance framework
  • Share structure definition

Shareholders Agreements

Regulating relationships between shareholders, defining rights, obligations, and dispute resolution mechanisms.

  • Shareholder rights
  • Dispute resolution
  • Transfer restrictions

Employment Contracts

Defining terms of employment, confidentiality obligations, intellectual property rights, and termination procedures.

  • Employment terms
  • Confidentiality clauses
  • IP protection

Commercial Contracts

Supply agreements, distribution contracts, service agreements, and partnership documents for business operations.

  • Supply agreements
  • Service contracts
  • Distribution agreements

Compliance Policies

Anti-corruption policies, data protection frameworks, and industry-specific compliance documentation.

  • Anti-corruption policies
  • Data protection compliance
  • Sector-specific regulations

Board Governance Documents

Board charters, committee terms of reference, and governance policies for effective corporate oversight.

  • Board charters
  • Committee terms
  • Governance policies

Our Corporate Legal Services

Comprehensive legal support for businesses operating in Uganda

Company Incorporation & Structuring

Advising on optimal corporate structures (private companies, partnerships, branches) and handling all aspects of incorporation with URSB.

  • Corporate structure advisory
  • URSB registration
  • Branch office establishment

Corporate Governance Advisory

Developing governance frameworks, drafting board charters, advising directors on fiduciary duties, and ensuring Companies Act compliance.

  • Governance framework development
  • Director fiduciary advice
  • Board effectiveness

Commercial Contract Drafting & Review

Preparing and reviewing a wide range of commercial agreements including supply contracts, distribution agreements, and service contracts.

  • Contract drafting
  • Agreement review
  • Negotiation support

Regulatory Compliance

Advising on compliance with sector-specific regulations for financial services, telecommunications, manufacturing, and other regulated industries.

  • Sector-specific compliance
  • Regulatory advisory
  • License applications

Employment Law Advisory

Drafting employment contracts, advising on labor law compliance, handling employment disputes, and developing workplace policies.

  • Employment contracts
  • Labor law compliance
  • Workplace policies

Mergers & Acquisitions Support

Providing legal due diligence, transaction structuring, and documentation support for business acquisitions, mergers, and joint ventures.

  • Due diligence
  • Transaction structuring
  • Documentation support

Business Structures in Uganda

Choosing the right legal structure for your business operations

Private Limited Company

Separate legal entity with limited liability for shareholders. Most common for business operations.

Limited liability Separate legal entity 1-50 shareholders

Partnership

Business arrangement where two or more individuals share ownership and responsibility.

Shared ownership Joint liability 2-20 partners

Branch Office

Extension of foreign company operating in Uganda, not a separate legal entity.

Foreign company extension Parent company liability Local operations

Subsidiary Company

Locally incorporated company owned by foreign parent, separate legal entity with limited liability.

Local incorporation Limited liability Separate legal entity

Who We Serve

Representing diverse businesses in corporate matters

Startups & Entrepreneurs

New businesses seeking to establish proper legal foundations, funding structures, and growth frameworks.

SMEs & Family Businesses

Small and medium enterprises requiring legal structures for growth, succession planning, and compliance.

Multinational Companies

International companies establishing or expanding operations in Uganda, requiring local legal expertise.

Manufacturing & Trading Companies

Companies requiring commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance advice.

Recent Corporate Matters

Examples of our work in corporate advisory and transactions

Company Formation

Regional Headquarters Establishment

Advised multinational technology company on establishing East African regional headquarters in Uganda, including incorporation, regulatory approvals, and employment structures.

Outcome: Successful establishment with all regulatory approvals and optimized corporate structure.
Joint Venture

Agricultural Joint Venture Structuring

Structured joint venture between Ugandan agricultural company and European investor for large-scale farming operation, including governance framework and shareholder agreements.

Outcome: Successful joint venture with clear governance and profit-sharing mechanisms.
Regulatory Compliance

Financial Services Compliance Review

Conducted comprehensive compliance review for fintech company operating in Uganda, addressing anti-money laundering, data protection, and financial regulations.

Outcome: Full compliance achieved with Bank of Uganda and other regulatory requirements.

Need Corporate Legal Advice?

Contact us for strategic legal counsel on company formation, compliance, contracts, or corporate transactions.

Direct: (+256) 393 102 760
alfred@madaba.law
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Commercial Litigation

Dispute resolution for corporate conflicts, contract disputes, and shareholder disagreements.

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Property & Conveyancing

Land acquisition, lease agreements, and property documentation for corporate premises and developments.

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Energy & Extractives

Corporate structuring and compliance for energy sector businesses and extractive industry companies.

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