Advocates and legal consultants in Kampala

Litigate with conviction. Advise with foresight.

Fidum Advocates combines the depth of a large practice with the personal attention of a boutique one. Whether you are a multinational facing a commercial dispute, a growing company that needs sound governance, an NGO navigating compliance, or an individual who needs a trusted advocate, we meet you where you are.

Tenywa Denis, Managing Partner of Fidum Advocates
Tenywa DenisManaging Partner
Thirteenpractice areas under one roof
Courtroom and boardroomlitigators who also think commercially
Gayaza Road, KampalaDa Vatican Place Building, Level 1
One working dayour target for acknowledging your message

Who we are

A firm built on a simple conviction

Clients deserve a law firm that combines the depth of a large practice with the personal attention of a boutique one.

Our lawyers have been trained and have practised in respected Ugandan law firms, in community-based legal aid work and in the NGO sector. That mix of experience means we understand the courtroom, the boardroom and the village meeting alike.

We litigate with conviction, advise with foresight, and handle every matter with integrity. Fidum means faithful, and we try to earn that name in every file we open.

More about the firm

Why Fidum

Eight reasons clients choose us, and keep choosing us

  1. Experience you can rely on

    Our lawyers have practised in established law firms, community legal aid programmes and the NGO sector, so we bring real, hands-on knowledge from many angles of the law, not just theory.

  2. Full service under one roof

    From litigation and criminal defence to corporate governance, immigration, banking, real estate and environmental law, you do not need to look elsewhere.

  3. Trusted by leading organisations

    Our Managing Partner has supported ActionAid Uganda, Greenwatch and the Norwegian Refugee Council (Uganda). Organisations like these choose counsel carefully.

  4. Courtroom strength, boardroom sense

    We are strong litigators who also think commercially. We advise on how to avoid disputes, and when they arise, we fight to win them.

  5. Specialist depth

    Our team includes a certified insolvency practitioner, a partner who has headed a litigation department, a criminal law specialist and a Managing Partner experienced in governance and company secretarial work.

  6. A heart for access to justice

    We believe the law should serve everyone. Our roots in rural legal education and pro bono services remain part of who we are.

  7. Clear communication, personal attention

    You will know where your matter stands, what your options are and what it will take. No jargon, no surprises.

  8. Integrity above everything

    Fidum means faithful. We keep confidences, respect deadlines, and tell clients the truth even when it is not what they hoped to hear.

How an engagement works

No surprises, from first call to final invoice

The same written framework governs every matter we take on.

  1. Conflict check and first conversation

    We confirm there is no conflict of interest, then listen to what you need and tell you plainly how we can help.

  2. Written fee estimate

    Before substantial work begins you receive a written estimate that explains the charging basis and any expected disbursements.

  3. Engagement letter

    The scope, timetable and terms for your matter are recorded in writing, so both sides know exactly what has been agreed.

  4. Regular reporting

    We aim to acknowledge messages within one working day, explain significant advice in plain terms and consult you before any material step.

The people behind the firm

Partners who have done the work

Meet the full team

Tenywa Denis

Managing Partner

LL.B. (Hons) (UCU), Dip. LP (LDC)

A seasoned advocate whose career has grown from the courtroom into corporate governance. He offers litigation, company secretarial and strategic advisory support to businesses, NGOs and institutions.

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Amos Musheija

Partner

LL.B. (Hons) (UCU), Dip. LP (LDC)

A senior litigator and certified insolvency practitioner who has represented clients in matters that now serve as precedents, and advises corporations on governance and transactions.

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Tell us about your matter

Call the firm line, send a WhatsApp message, or use the enquiry form. We will confirm there is no conflict of interest and come back to you with a clear next step.

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