ASK THE EXPERTS: An Introduction to Construction Law
A Two-Part Online CPD Event
Are you curious about Construction Law and how it fits into infrastructure projects? Are you considering a career path in this field—or simply looking to deepen your understanding?
We invite you to participate in our first-ever online Continuous Professional Development (CPD) event, designed as an interactive Ask the Experts session for young and novice professionals.
Event Dates
- Session One: Wednesday, 19 August 2026 (2 hours)
- Session Two: Thursday, 20 August 2026 (2 hours)
Who Should Attend This CPD event is ideal for:
- Lawyers
- Engineers
- Quantity Surveyors
- Construction Managers
- Early‑career professionals and students interested in infrastructure projects
Session One: Acquiring the Academic Knowledge
Participants will explore foundational questions such as:
- What is Construction Law, and what legal frameworks support infrastructure projects?
- Is Construction Law taught at the undergraduate level?
- Which graduate schools offer Construction Law programmes?
- What qualifications are required for admission?
- Are there alternative pathways outside traditional graduate programmes?
- What does the course content typically include?
- When is the best time in one’s career to pursue this path?
- What is the relevance of professional certifications such as FCIARB and MCIARB?
Session Two: Realities of Practice and Its Challenges
This session focuses on practical insights, including:
- Career and practice opportunities in Construction Law
- Securing appointments and building a practice
- The role of nominating bodies
- Age, experience, and market perceptions
- Fee structures and professional charging models
- Mentorship opportunities
- Cross‑border and remote work possibilities
- Risks and responsibilities
- Bilingual practitioners
Meet the Experts
Svetlana Borisova
Svetlana Borisova LLM, Dip.Arb, FCIArb, MACostE, is an international arbitrator and construction disputes resolver, a member of the FIDIC President’s List of Adjudicators, and a RICS Adjudicator with more than 25 years of experience across major infrastructure, energy, and EPC ... Read more
Cyrus Titus Aomu
Cyrus Titus Aomu is a construction law and dispute resolution specialist with over 21 years of experience spanning infrastructure delivery, contract management, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Cyrus’ work bridges engineering and law, enabling him to support clients across the ... Read more
Ann Namara
Ann Namara is an Advocate of the High Court of Uganda with over 15 years of experience and is the Managing and Founding Partner of Namara Musinguzi & Co. Advocates, which specialises in Arbitration, Construction Law, and Corporate Governance. Renowned for her analytical skills ... Read more
Allan Mugabi
Allan Mugabi is a Principal Engineer in the Directorate of Water Development at the Ministry of Water and Environment in Uganda. Allan has over 20 years of comprehensive experience and has a robust academic and professional background in civil and water engineering ... Read more
Event Fees
- Session One: USD 25
- Session Two: USD 25
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this CPD event, participants will have a clearer understanding of:
- Academic and professional pathways into Construction Law
- Practical challenges and opportunities in practice
- How Construction Law professionals operate within and beyond their jurisdictions