Law Development Centre students urged to maximise supreme court clerkship opportunity
Mushabe made the remarks during an orientation meeting with seven clerkship students attached to the Supreme Court. The meeting, held at the Supreme Court Boardroom 5, focused on the students’ responsibilities, expectations, and professional standards during their placement.
Private Legal Secretary to the Chief Justice, HW Alex Mushabe, has urged Law Development Centre (LDC) Bar Course students undertaking clerkship at the Supreme Court to use the opportunity to build practical legal skills and gain deeper understanding of the administration of justice.
Mushabe made the remarks during an orientation meeting with seven clerkship students attached to the Supreme Court. The meeting, held at the Supreme Court Boardroom 5, focused on the students’ responsibilities, expectations, and professional standards during their placement.
The students, drawn from LDC campuses in Kampala, Mbarara, Lira, and Mbale, are undertaking their clerkship at the Supreme Court from August 3 to October 9, 2026.
He encouraged the students to bridge the gap between classroom learning and legal practice by actively engaging with court processes, interacting professionally with judicial officers, lawyers and court staff, and developing the discipline required of legal practitioners.
Mushabe said clerkship offers students a valuable opportunity to observe and participate in the practical application of law at Uganda’s highest court.
During the placement, the students will receive weekly assignments, document lessons learnt, and undergo regular appraisal by their supervisor. They were also reminded to uphold punctuality, effective time management, and continuous learning throughout the programme.
He urged the students to take interest in ongoing Judiciary reforms and innovations, including the Electronic Court Case Management Information System (ECCMIS) and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), which are transforming access to and delivery of justice.
Mushabe emphasised that their conduct during the clerkship would contribute to their professional growth, urging them to maintain integrity, dignity, and professionalism in all their interactions.
The clerkship is expected to provide the students with firsthand experience of Supreme Court operations while equipping them with the practical skills and values needed for their future careers in legal practice.
