Adv. Mukashema Marie Louise

Adv. Mukashema Marie Louise

Senior Associate

Adv. Mukashema Marie Louise is a Senior Associate at the firm and a highly skilled advocate specializing in criminal defense and family law. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and a Postgraduate Dipl...

Areas of Expertise

Criminal Law
Family Law
Legal Strategy
Victim Protection
Criminal Justice Reform

Biography

Adv. Mukashema Marie Louise is a Senior Associate at the firm and a highly skilled advocate specializing in criminal defense and family law. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice, and has built a distinguished career as a legal strategist and courtroom advocate. With extensive experience in criminal law, Adv. Louise has successfully defended clients in complex criminal cases, ranging from white-collar crimes to serious felonies. Her approach combines rigorous legal analysis with a deep understanding of criminal procedure and evidence law. She is particularly known for her work in victim protection and ensuring that the rights of both defendants and victims are properly balanced in criminal proceedings. In family law, Adv. Louise has identified expertise in divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, property division, and adoption cases. She approaches family law matters with sensitivity and understanding, recognizing the emotional complexity of these cases while providing strong legal advocacy. Her strategic thinking and attention to detail have earned her a reputation for achieving favorable outcomes in challenging family law situations. Beyond her practice areas, Adv. Louise is committed to legal education and has been involved in training programs for new advocates and legal professionals. She regularly contributes to discussions on criminal justice reform and family law development in Rwanda. Her dedication to justice and client advocacy has made her a respected figure in the legal community.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Professional Experience

Senior Associate at Probity Partners East Africa
Senior Advocate with extensive litigation experience
Criminal Defense Specialist
Family Law Expert
Legal Strategist
Member of Rwanda Bar Association

Research Interests

Criminal Law
Family Law
Legal Strategy
Victim Protection
Criminal Justice Reform

Publications & Research

Contributions to criminal justice reform initiatives
Family law practice guides

Quick Info

Status:Associate
Team:Legal Practice

Memberships & Awards

Rwanda Bar Association
East Africa Law Society
Recognition for criminal defense work
Excellence in family law practice

Certifications

Legal Practice Certification
Criminal Defense Specialization

Languages

EnglishKinyarwandaFrench