JULIE I. LUGULU
Nakuru
Summary
Dedicated legal scholar and practitioner with a strong focus on international human rights law, statelessness, and refugee rights. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Laws (LLD) at the University of the Western Cape, committed to advancing knowledge on childhood statelessness in Kenya. With over a decade of experience in academic and legal environments, has taught and mentored law students, conducted research, and published in areas related to migration and nationality. Contributes to international conferences and workshops to promote understanding and awareness of legal challenges faced by marginalized groups. Law lecturer at Kabarak University and consultant for Lawyers for Human Rights, making meaningful contributions to academia and the legal profession. Fluent in English and Swahili, deeply committed to supporting the development of legal frameworks that protect human rights in Africa and beyond.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Consultant
Lawyers for Human Rights
01.2024 - Current
- The main role is to conduct research on nationality laws, policies and practices in Zambia, Malawi and Namibia with the aim of expanding the Southern Africa Nationality Rights Index measuring tool (SANRI), developed for measuring access to nationality rights in Southern Africa
- Conduct focus group discussions, and consultations with relevant stakeholders in Zambia, Malawi and Namibia
- Record the results and update the SANRI measuring tool
Law Lecturer
Kabarak University
01.2016 - Current
- I teach International Criminal Law and Family Law
- Supervising the writing of undergraduate law dissertations
- Research and publications on refugee law, migration and statelessness
- Supervision and administration of examinations
- Providing mentorship to learners in academic progression
- Supervision of learners during their judicial attachment
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
Magare and Company Advocates
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Established trusting relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the entire representation process.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Cape Town
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Completed administrative and research duties per professor request.
- Participated in regular meetings with project supervisors, providing progress updates and discussing potential challenges or areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and achieve project milestones.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
Legal Intern
Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
- Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.
- Sorted legal documents, filing and case materials in clear, orderly systems.
- Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for attorneys when needed.
- Participated in client consultations, helping to address their concerns and provide valuable information regarding their cases.
- Supported the legal team in document review processes, identifying critical information pertinent to ongoing cases.
- Collaborated with fellow interns on group projects, fostering a positive team environment and enhancing productivity.
Education
Doctor of Laws (LLD) - Law
University of The Western Cape
01.2020 - Current
Master of Laws (LLM) - Criminal Justice
University of The Western Cape
Post-Graduate Course - Diploma in Law - undefined
Kenya School of Law (KSL)
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) - undefined
Moi University
01.2005 - 01.2009
Skills
Problem-solving
Time management
Team collaboration
Client relationships
Analytical thinking
Decision-making
Best practices implementation
Team leadership & development
Staff management
Project management
Data analytics
Goal setting
Executive support
Research and development
Work Experience
Legal Intern, Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution, 01/01/12, 12/31/13, Graduate Research Assistant, University of Cape Town, 01/01/14, 12/31/15, Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, Magare and Company Advocates, 01/01/16, 12/31/17, Law Lecturer, Kabarak University, Nakuru, Kenya, 01/01/16, Present, Teach International Criminal Law and Family Law, Supervise the writing of undergraduate law dissertations, Research and publications on refugee law, migration and statelessness, Supervise and administer examinations, Provide mentorship to learners in academic progression, Supervise learners during their judicial attachment, Consultant, Lawyers for Human Rights, Pretoria, South Africa, 01/01/24, Present, Conduct research on nationality laws, policies and practices in Zambia, Malawi and Namibia, Conduct focus group discussions and consultations with relevant stakeholders, Record results and update the SANRI measuring tool
Paper Presentations
- 02/01/24, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, World Conference on Statelessness, Childhood statelessness in Kenya in a non-migratory context.
- 02/01/24, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, World Conference on Statelessness, Childhood statelessness in a migratory context: the case of Somali children born in Kenya.
- 06/01/23, Nairobi, Kenya, International Day of the African Child, The child’s right to a nationality in Kenya under the Children Act, 2022: international and regional law perspectives.
- 06/01/22, Nairobi, Kenya, Inter-University World Refugee Day Commemoration Career and Refugee Sector Talk, Refugees and asylum seekers right to work in Kenya.
- 09/01/22, True, Corruption and Human Rights, Corruption in Kenya during the COVID-19 pandemic and the right to health: lessons learnt and future prospects.
- 10/01/16, Eldoret, Kenya, Seminar on Forced Migration Law, Childhood statelessness.
Administrative Responsibilities
- 01/01/16, 12/31/18, Coordinator of the Expert Lecture Series at the Centre of Constitutionalism and Governance, Coordinated over ten public lectures on constitutionalism and governance.
- 01/01/18, Present, Legal Aid Provider, Visited Naivasha Maximum Prison to provide legal aid to prisoners.
- 01/01/19, Present, Child Rights Educator, Visited Nakuru Hills Special School to teach special needs children child rights under the Children Act.
Leadership Experiences
University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa, Secretary General for the Postgraduate Law Students Council, 2014, Oversaw the planning of academic and social events for over 300 postgraduate law students. Coordinated charity programs.
Professional Bodies
- Law Society of Kenya
- South African Network on Statelessness
Google Scholar
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=TWkE6TUAAAAJ&hl=en
Orcid
0009-0006-3697-1580
Publications
The Regional Law of Refugee Protection in Africa, Marina Sharpe, Hum Rights Rev, 21, 463–465, 2020, https://doi.org/10.1007/s12142-020-00609-7, Gender Discriminatory Nationality Laws and Childhood Statelessness in Africa: A Reflection on Legislative Interpretations, Adeola, A., Mutua, M.W., The Palgrave Handbook of Democracy, Governance and Justice in Africa, Palgrave Macmillan, 2022, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-74014-6_7, Refugees and asylum seekers access to socioeconomic rights in Kenya, Lugulu, J and Moyomba F, The Palgrave Handbook of Democracy, Governance and Justice in Africa, Ebenezer Durojaye, Robert Doya Nanima, Abiola Idowu-Ojo, Gladys Mirugi-Mikundi, 2023, https://www.hugendubel.info/detail/ISBN-9783031165474/HerausgegebenDurojaye-Ebenezer/Realising-Socio-Economic-Rights-of-Refugees-and-Asylum-Seekers-in-Africa, The child’s right to a nationality in Kenya under the Children Act, 2022, Kabarak Journal of Law and Ethics, 2023, https://DOI.ORG/10.58216/KJLE.V7I1.438, Update on Kenya’s implementation of the decision in the Nubian minors’ case, Kabarak Journal of Law and Ethics, 6, 1, 205–216, 2022, https://journals.kabarak.ac.ke/index.php/kjle/article/view/205, Corruption in Kenya during the COVID-19 pandemic and the right to health: lessons learnt and future prospects, Journal of Anti-Corruption Law (JACL), 2022, 6, 12-24, Tackling bribery in accessing Kenyan citizenship: towards implementing and enforcing anti-corruption measures, Journal of Anti-Corruption Law (JACL), 2023, 7, 41-55
Training
- Regional Legal Training on Statelessness and Migration in Southern Africa, 10/24/22, 10/26/22
- Institute on Statelessness and Inclusion: Online Advanced Course on Childhood Statelessness and the Child’s Right to a Nationality, 11/01/21, 11/12/21
- African Committee of Experts on the Rights and Welfare of the Child: Online Course On ACERWC Communications Procedures And Child Rights Jurisprudence In Africa, 03/01/21, 03/11/21
- Statelessness Summer Course, 07/30/18, 08/03/18
- Statelessness Intensive Course, 02/04/19, 02/08/19
Core Competencies
- Legal research, 2013
- Academic writing, 2020
- University teaching, 2016
Certification
Certified Manager (CM) - Institute of Certified Professional Managers.
Timeline
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Amazon Web Services.
02-2025
Consultant
Lawyers for Human Rights
01.2024 - Current
Certified Manager (CM) - Institute of Certified Professional Managers.
05-2023
Doctor of Laws (LLD) - Law
University of The Western Cape
01.2020 - Current
Law Lecturer
Kabarak University
01.2016 - Current
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya
Magare and Company Advocates
01.2016 - 01.2017
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Cape Town
01.2014 - 01.2015
Legal Intern
Commission for the Implementation of the Constitution
01.2012 - 01.2013
Post-Graduate Course - Diploma in Law - undefined
Kenya School of Law (KSL)
01.2010 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) - undefined
Moi University
01.2005 - 01.2009
Master of Laws (LLM) - Criminal Justice
University of The Western Cape
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