Didier Havugimana is an Associate specialising in corporate law, regulatory compliance, commercial transactions, and intellectual property law.
Prior to joining the firm, Didier was an assosiate in a local law firm where he advised clients on cross-border transactions, investment structuring, and corporate governance. His main duties included assisting and advising companies in matters such as incorporation and restructurings, preparing and drafting of various legal documents.
Experience includes:
- Assisting local and international corporate clients with company formation, structural reorganization, and regulatory compliance strategies.
- Drafting and reviewing complex corporate and commercial agreements, including partnership agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and transaction documents, ensuring regulatory compliance and asset protection.
- Facilitating cross-border legal transactions and compliance operations across multiple jurisdictions.
- Managing trademark and intellectual property registrations and advising clients on long-term IP protection and portfolio strategies.
- Conducting legal research and analysis to formulate actionable legal opinions on corporate governance, commercial risks, and regulatory frameworks.
- Part of a team that Advised clients on corporate borrowing, security arrangements, and financing agreements.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to outline legal strategies for business expansions, joint ventures, and mergers and acquisitions.
- Diploma in Legal Practice (DLP), Institute of Legal Practice and Development (ILPD), Rwanda -2023-2024
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB), University of Kigali, Rwanda - 2016-2023
- Rwanda Bar Association
- East African Law Society