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BRIAN KULAYIGYE

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

  • A highly motivated corporate and commercial lawyer with experience in handling negotiation and litigation matters. I have regularly been part of arbitration and mediation proceedings. I liaise effectively with stakeholders including corporate clients, regulators, industry experts, and professional advisors.
  • My expertise spans drafting and negotiating contracts, shareholder agreements, and complex commercial transactions. I have developed a strong reputation for resolving intricate disputes, often achieving favorable outcomes through innovative legal strategies, meticulous case preparation, and persuasive advocacy. Known for minimizing risk and driving positive resolutions, I provide clear and actionable advice to clients navigating mergers, acquisitions, intellectual property disputes, and compliance challenges.
  • Highly effective at crafting creative solutions, writing compelling legal briefs, and delivering impactful oral arguments, I excel at fostering strong professional relationships while maintaining empathy and integrity. Dedicated to achieving exceptional outcomes, I bring a deep commitment to excellence and a collaborative approach to every matter I handle.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Intern

Plutonium Systems Aerospace& Defence
Kampala
01.2022 - 01.2024

Represent clients in all stages of corporate and commercial matters, from contract negotiations to dispute resolution and litigation. Cases range from simple transactional disputes to complex regulatory compliance issues.

  • Draft commercial agreements, review contracts, and negotiate favorable terms in deals involving high-stakes transactions.
  • Develop and implement strategies to support clients’ objectives including preparing legal arguments and ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks.
  • Conduct detailed research on corporate statutes and case law to provide tailored advice.
  • Prepare for litigation, including drafting affidavits, preparing witnesses for depositions, and presenting persuasive arguments during hearings and trials.
  • Maintain high levels of client satisfaction through effective communication and delivering high-quality legal solutions.

ACHIEVEMENTS.

  • Successfully negotiated a favorable settlement in a shareholder dispute, reducing potential liabilities and avoiding litigation.
  • Achieved early dismissal of a breach of contract claim in a high-profile case through extensive negotiations with opposing counsel, saving the client significant litigation.
  • Managed to grow my company's clientele by onboarding high profile companies.

Education

Bachelor of Laws -

Cavendish University Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
07-2023

Master of Laws - Corporate And Commercial Law

Monash University
Melbourne, VIC

Skills

  • Extensive knowledge of corporate law, contract law and commercial litigation including compliance with the Corporations Act and industry regulations
  • Experienced in independent advocacy in matters such as shareholder disputes, commercial negotiations, and tribunal hearings
  • Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with corporate clients, stakeholders, and regulators
  • A strategic communicator, effectively collaborating across functions to deliver high-quality legal and business outcomes
  • Advanced problem-solving abilities, offering innovative legal arguments and solutions for complex transactions and disputes
  • Strong negotiation skills, securing favorable terms in contracts and resolving disputes efficiently
  • Proven success in achieving client-focused outcomes, including resolving matters early, saving costs, and achieving favorable verdicts in commercial disputes

Affiliations

  • Swimming
  • Reading
  • Football
  • Music and Arts
  • Travel

Certification

  • Certificate of merit for most outstanding leader in cavendish law Society.
  • Certificate of merit for serving as the finance minister of the cavendish law society.
  • Certificate of merit for serving as the chairman of law dinner committee.
  • Certificate of merit for serving as the Attorney General of the rule of law club.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

resume

  • Robabeh Kalhor, 0416798175, Kalhor.chemistry@gmail.com.

Additional Career History.

  • Legal Assistant. Jingo,Ssempijja& Co. Advocates 01/2024-03/2024
  • voluteer at CUU Rule of Law clinic 04/2021-07/2023

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Legal Intern

Plutonium Systems Aerospace& Defence
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Certificate of merit for most outstanding leader in cavendish law Society.
  • Certificate of merit for serving as the finance minister of the cavendish law society.
  • Certificate of merit for serving as the chairman of law dinner committee.
  • Certificate of merit for serving as the Attorney General of the rule of law club.

Bachelor of Laws -

Cavendish University Uganda

Master of Laws - Corporate And Commercial Law

Monash University
BRIAN KULAYIGYE