Denis Kusaasira: Elevating Mining Law Expertise in Uganda

Global Law Experts proudly introduces Denis Kusaasira, a partner at ABMAK Associates, as our exclusive member for Mining Law in Uganda. This strategic selection emphasizes our commitment to offering top-tier legal expertise in Uganda’s growing mining sector, which faces evolving regulatory challenges.

Denis Kusaasira stands out as the ideal candidate for this prestigious role, boasting exceptional qualifications and extensive experience in mining, oil, and gas law. With a Master of Laws with distinction in Mineral Law & Policy from the esteemed Centre for Energy, Petroleum, Mining Law and Policy (CEPMLP) at the University of Dundee, UK, Denis possesses specialized academic credentials that underpin his profound understanding of mining law and policy frameworks.

With over 15 years of experience, Denis has played a pivotal role in shaping Uganda’s energy and natural resources legal landscape. He has advised on significant projects like the Makuutu Rare Earths Project, Sukulu Phosphate Project, Namekara Vermiculite Project, and Mwerasandu Tin Project. His expertise extends to Uganda’s prominent oil and gas sector, where he has provided legal counsel on major developments such as the Tilenga Oil Project, Uganda Oil Refinery, and the East African Crude Oil Pipeline Project. Denis’s vast experience across crucial natural resource sectors enables him to offer comprehensive legal solutions that cover both mining and associated industries.

Denis’s legal prowess also extends to complex dispute resolution. He has served as a Ugandan law expert in high-profile arbitration cases related to oil and gas at the Permanent Court of Arbitration. His ability to navigate litigation and arbitration in these specialized fields further cements his reputation as a leading legal authority in mining and energy law in Uganda.

Denis’s professional excellence has garnered international recognition, with rankings from prestigious organizations such as the International Financial Law Review (IFLR 1000) and Chambers Global for his adept handling of projects involving mineral rights acquisition and project development. His leadership experience as managing partner of ABMAK Associates for 12 years has equipped him with the skills to manage complex legal teams and multi-stakeholder projects, benefiting clients in need of coordinated legal strategies in mining and natural resources.

Denis Kusaasira’s inclusion in Global Law Experts strengthens our network’s ability to provide clients engaged in Uganda’s mining industry with superior legal support. His combined expertise in mineral law, oil & gas, and infrastructure uniquely positions him to advise on a range of issues pertinent to mining enterprises, from regulatory compliance and project development to dispute resolution and policy advocacy.

By welcoming Denis as our exclusive Mining Law expert in Uganda, Global Law Experts reaffirms its commitment to connecting clients with exceptional legal minds capable of delivering results in dynamic sectors. Denis’s outstanding track record, academic credentials, and practical experience align seamlessly with our mission to offer expert, reliable, and effective legal counsel globally.

We are eager to collaborate closely with Denis Kusaasira and ABMAK Associates to assist mining law practitioners, investors, and stakeholders in Uganda, promoting sustainable growth and legal excellence in this crucial industry.