By Lindah Kiyeng
Francis Gimara is a Ugandan lawyer with significant experience in the legal profession. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda, and a Master of Laws (LL.M) from Cambridge University in the United Kingdom. Additionally, he has earned a Diploma in Legal Practice, providing him with practical knowledge essential to his career.
Gimara’s professional experience spans various areas of law, including commercial law, litigation, corporate governance, and dispute resolution. His academic and professional background has allowed him to offer legal services to both businesses and individuals in Uganda and beyond.
Currently, Gimara leads the Africa Law Practice (ALP) Group, a legal firm operating across Uganda and East Africa. ALP provides legal services in areas such as banking and finance, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property. Under Gimara’s leadership, the firm has focused on delivering legal solutions that meet the needs of clients in an increasingly complex business environment.
I had the opportunity to interview Francis Gimara at the Kenya International Conference Centre, where he shared his insights on the future of the legal sector in Uganda. During the interview, he highlighted key ways in which he believes the legal landscape in Uganda can be improved. He emphasized the importance of legal reforms that would promote better access to justice, enhance the efficiency of the legal system, and reduce the barriers that hinder the delivery of legal services to the public. Gimara also pointed to the need for modernization and the integration of technology in legal processes as a means to improve overall effectiveness.
In addition to his role at ALP, Gimara has contributed to discussions on legal reforms within Uganda and East Africa, focusing on improving the legal system and promoting access to justice. His work extends to mentoring young lawyers and guiding the development of the next generation of legal professionals.
Through his work with ALP and his contributions to the broader legal community, Francis Gimara plays a role in shaping the legal landscape in Uganda and East Africa.