25 Apr 2025

Bluebell Legal appoints first female equity partner

MSI's Uganda law member Bluebell Legal Advocates is proud to announce the admission of Lady Hilda Afekuru as an Equity Partner, effective 1st May 2025 — marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first female equity partner in the firm’s history.

Lady Hilda’s appointment comes as part of the firm’s broader strategic goal to strengthen and diversify its leadership, and to foster inclusive growth based on merit and excellence.

“Lady Hilda has exemplified the very best of Bluebell Legal — integrity, technical excellence, leadership, and unwavering dedication to client service,” said Isaac Ssali Mugerwa, Managing Partner of Bluebell Legal Advocates. “Her elevation is a clear reflection of our firm’s values: at Bluebell Legal, excellence is the measure — regardless of age or gender. Those who embody it will always be invited to help shape the firm’s future.”

Lady Hilda has played a key role in the firm’s corporate advisory and dispute resolution practice, earning the respect of clients, colleagues, and peers alike. Her admission into the partnership is not only a personal achievement, but a significant step in Bluebell’s evolution as a modern, forward-looking law firm.