Enrolled advocates urged to stay updated with law through continuing legal education
The Secretary of the Law Council, represented by Peace Athocon, has urged newly enrolled advocates to stay updated with the law through continuing legal education and regularly reading the advocates act.
Athocon made these remarks while welcoming 140 enrolled advocates to the Uganda Law Society at the Bar.
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On Thursday, she congratulated the newly enrolled advocates on being deemed fit and proper persons to be admitted to the Roll of Advocates.
She cautioned the advocates to avoid fraud, misappropriation of funds, and failure to account for clients' funds.
Additionally, the Secretary of the Uganda Law Society, Isaac Atkunda, who represented the President of the Uganda Law Society, Bernard Oundo, informed the newly enrolled advocates about the importance of being digitally aligned with the current practice trends.
He encouraged the advocates to subscribe to the Uganda Law Society, undertake continuing legal education, volunteer and offer pro bono services, and seek opportunities outside Kampala.
"Prioritize self-care, seek mentorship from senior counsel, manage your time effectively, find a side hustle, and acquire knowledge on managing personal finances," said Atkunda.
The Chief Registrar, represented by Rosemary Bareebe, also congratulated the advocates on this significant milestone in their careers.
"The legal profession is an honorable one, accompanied by prestige and status. Therefore, you have to embark on your legal profession journey with the ethics and professional standards which you have been taught. Be humble, maintain excellence, be courteous, build your brand, and be compassionate," Bareebe advised.
