Civil & Commercial Litigation
Employment & Labour Laws
Law of Succession and Trusts
Intellectual Property Law
Adv. Pongolela
About
David Pongolela — Advocate | Partner at LUNO Law Chambers
Adv. Pongolela is a Partner at LUNO Law Chambers, bringing a wealth of experience and deep expertise across a broad spectrum of legal practice areas. His core areas of specialization include civil and commercial litigation, employment and labour law, tax law, contract law, debt recovery, succession and trust law, intellectual property, and regulatory and compliance services.
Before joining LUNO Law Chambers, David served as an attorney at M.R.M. Lamwai & Co. Advocates, a renowned Tanzanian law firm focused on civil litigation. During his time there, he was involved in a wide range of civil and corporate litigation matters, honing his skills and deepening his understanding of Tanzania's legal landscape.
Adv. Pongolela has maintained an unbroken legal practice within the Tanzanian jurisdiction and has appeared before nearly all levels of courts in the country. His litigation experience includes handling landmark cases before the Court of Appeal, High Court of Tanzania, Tax Tribunals, and Land Tribunals.
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Recent Articles
Tax Dispute Appeal to The Court of Appeal Must Be On a Point of Law
The right of appeal is sacred. Even those familiar with the Bible know that the Apostle Paul, after his case was heard before Festus and Festus failed to render a …
- Adv. Pongolela
The Game Has Changed: Inside the 2025 Labour Law Overhaul
The Labour Law (Amendment) Act, 2025 marks a turning point in Tanzania’s employment landscape. For the first time, the law speaks boldly to both employers and employees, redefining contracts, discipline, …
- Adv. Pongolela
Unraveling Chain of Custody: Ensuring Integrity in Evidence Handling
One of the contentious areas in criminal law is the concept of chain of custody. The jurisprudence surrounding chain of custody is intricate and multifaceted, as it hinges on various …
- Adv. Pongolela