113 lawyers enrolled as advocates, urged to uphold integrity and justice
Emphasising their role as officers of the court, Atingu urged the advocates to support the administration of justice in line with Constitution of Uganda, particularly the principles of fairness, timeliness, and substance over technicalities.
A total of 113 lawyers have been enrolled as Advocates of the High Court during a ceremony held at the Supreme Court Conference Hall in Kampala, marking a significant milestone in their legal careers.
The ceremony was presided over by HW Beatrice Stella Atingu, Registrar in charge of Special Duties at the High Court, who represented Acting Chief Registrar HW Pamella Lamunu Ocaya. In her remarks, Atingu described the occasion as a blessing and congratulated the new advocates on joining what she termed a noble but demanding profession.
She reminded them that while the legal field offers power, prestige, and status, it also carries immense responsibility. Emphasising their role as officers of the court, Atingu urged the advocates to support the administration of justice in line with Constitution of Uganda, particularly the principles of fairness, timeliness, and substance over technicalities.
Atingu cautioned the new entrants to remain steadfast in upholding justice, even when faced with competing client interests, noting that integrity must guide their decisions at all times. She likened advocates to “high priests in the temple of justice,” tasked with ensuring fairness and ethical conduct in all proceedings. She also encouraged them to engage in pro bono work and contribute to broader societal transformation.
Representing the Secretary of the Law Council of Uganda, Patience Biira Mutooro reminded the advocates of the Council’s dual role of admission and discipline, warning that ethical breaches would attract sanctions. She urged them to exercise patience, professionalism, and integrity, stressing that reputation in the legal profession is built over time through consistent ethical conduct.
Meanwhile, Emmanuel Egaru Otim, representing the Vice President of the Uganda Law Society, welcomed the new advocates to the fraternity and emphasised discipline, hard work, and faith as key pillars for success. He encouraged them to focus on creating impact rather than pursuing wealth or titles, noting that their legacy begins with the choices they make early in their careers.
The ceremony, moderated by HW Fidelis Otwao, was attended by leaders from the legal fraternity, reflecting a collective commitment to mentoring and guiding the next generation of Uganda’s legal professionals.
