Associate — Intellectual Property
Law Firm
51-200 employees
0 Applicants · 14 Views
· Posted 16 days ago
Position Overview
Location:
Kampala, Uganda 
Compensation:
USh4,000,000 - USh7,000,000/month
Experience:
2-4 years
Position:
Associate
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Intellectual Property
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
Dec 31, 2026
Job Description
Associate — Intellectual Property at Katende Ssempebwa & Company Advocates
KATS is recruiting an Associate for its Intellectual Property practice. The firm handles trademark registrations, patent applications, copyright matters, and IP enforcement for local and international clients through its membership in LEXAfrica.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Exposure to regional and international IP matters
- Mentorship from experienced IP practitioners
- Health insurance and retirement benefits
Responsibilities
- Handle trademark and patent applications at URSB
- Advise clients on IP protection strategies
- Conduct IP due diligence for M&A transactions
- Draft licensing and assignment agreements
- Handle IP infringement disputes and enforcement actions
- Prepare opposition and cancellation proceedings
- Liaise with ARIPO for regional IP filings
Requirements
- LLB degree from a recognized university
- Diploma in Legal Practice from LDC
- Enrolled as an Advocate of the High Court of Uganda
- 2-4 years of experience in intellectual property law
- Knowledge of the Trademarks Act, Patents Act, and Copyright and Neighbouring Rights Act
- Experience with ARIPO and WIPO filing systems is an advantage
Compensation
USh4,000,000 - USh7,000,000/month
Practice Area
Intellectual Property
Position
Associate
Education Requirements
Professional degree
Experience Requirements
3 to 5 years
Bar Admission Requirements
Bar Admission Required: Yes
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Deadline
December 31, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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