AF Mpanga Advocates has earned Tier 1 Firm status in the Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) 2025 rankings. This recognition, backed by independent client testimonials and case successes, reflects our ability to deliver strategic legal solutions for businesses in Uganda and beyond. But how does this ranking directly benefit our clients?

The Legal 500 Series, a 38-year-old independent guide, evaluates firms globally through client interviews and peer reviews. AF Mpanga’s Tier 1 placement, achieved by fewer than 5% of firms, validates our expertise in high-value transactions like the $10 million IFC-Mammoth Foam Africa financing and My Dawa Limited’s Ugandan market entry.

Tier 1 Firm; A Mark of Trust for Global and Local Clients

The Tier 1 Firm ranking assures clients they’re partnering with a team recognised for precision, cross-border collaboration, and responsiveness. For instance, our work with International Finance Corporation and Mammoth Foam Africa required navigating multi-jurisdictional regulations, a task streamlined by our global network. As one client noted: “Their relationships with international firms ease cross-border work.”

This ranking also signals reduced risk for clients. Legal 500’s researchers highlighted AF Mpanga’s proactive communication, with testimonials praising William Kasozi’s “immediate attention to challenges.” Such responsiveness ensures faster resolutions, keeping projects on track and costs predictable.

Client-Centric Excellence: Insights from Testimonials

Client feedback curated by Legal 500 reveals two pillars of our success:

  1. Bridging Global Gaps: Our ability to align local insights with international standards simplifies expansions and financings.
  2. Tailored Accountability: Clients value our culture of transparency, exemplified by “constant feedback” and rapid problem-solving.

For example, guiding My Dawa Limited’s acquisition of a Ugandan pharmacy chain demanded not just legal rigor but also cultural and regulatory adaptability, strengths underscored by our Tier 1 status.