SM & Co. Advocates, General Business Law

About

Provided by SM & Co. Advocates

The firm is internally divided into four departments namely; Corporate and Commercial, Banking and Finance, Energy and Infrastructure and Disputes Resolution.

Our portfolio of clients includes both international and domestic institutions such as banks, telecommunication companies, electricity generators and distributors, property developers, insurance companies, petroleum companies as well as government agencies and statutory bodies.

We provide services to noteworthy clients including major airlines, Exim Bank Uganda, Afriexim Bank, Africa Development Bank, Total E&P, Vallourec, MTN (U), UMEME, ESKOM, Roofings, UGACOF

Chambers Review

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General Business Law - Uganda

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

SM & Co is an acclaimed Kampala-based law firm, recognised in the market for its long-established proficiency in project finance, syndicated lending, capital markets and other corporate transactions. Benefiting from its strategic alliance with Norton Rose Fulbright, as well as a close partnership with Gilbert & Partners in nearby Burundi, the team has notable cross-border and regional resources. The firm acts for a number of eminent names in the financial services, natural resources and telecommunications sectors.

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Work Highlights

SM & Co advised the Uganda National Airlines Company on a transaction regarding the acquisition of aircraft.

Strengths

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SM & Co's team is very agile, proactive and always available. They are problem solvers.

General Business Law respondent
Global

I especially love that the firm has various specialisations under one roof. The team also acts fast and gives feedback on available options.

General Business Law respondent
Global

SM & Co's team is very agile, proactive and always available. They are problem solvers.

General Business Law respondent
Global

I especially love that the firm has various specialisations under one roof. The team also acts fast and gives feedback on available options.

General Business Law respondent
Global

Notable Practitioners

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Alan Shonubi

Senior Statespeople

Founding partner Alan Shonubi remains an immensely well-respected lawyer in Uganda. His expertise covers project financing, concession agreements and PPPs, as well as general corporate issues. He is based in Kampala.

Alan Shonubi is a very experienced and knowledgeable lawyer.

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Andrew Kibaya

Band 2

Andrew Kibaya maintains a prominent position in the banking and finance field, representing a range of investment banks, private investors and receivers in syndicated loan transactions and credit facilities. He is based in Kampala and has further experience in insurance and litigation matters.

He is a responsive and dependable counsel.

Andrew Kibaya has extensive knowledge in banking and finance and very good negotiation skills.

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Noah Edwin Mwesigwa

Band 2

Firm managing partner Noah Edwin Mwesigwa is an accomplished commercial lawyer with a wealth of experience assisting with corporate, capital markets and lending transactions. He is additionally proficient in advising on construction matters and corporate restructuring.

Noah Edwin Mwesigwa is an astute lawyer and an all-rounder. His legal practice and passion is driven by understanding the client and providing the best, efficient and effective solutions.

He is a very practical and objective lawyer who has a lot of experience in corporate matters, and has never disappointed with his advice. He is someone who can work very well with people.

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Innocent Kihika

Band 3

Innocent Kihika is praised for his counsel on mining, infrastructure and energy projects, advising on financing, concessions, development and construction. His expertise extends into the natural resources sector, in which he advises on power purchase agreements and regulatory compliance.

Innocent Kihika is a good negotiator who is always willing to address any concerns raised by the client.

Innocent Kihika is very hard-working and knowledgeable and also a practical person. He is approachable on issues.

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