Matouk Bassiouny Intership

I had the privilege of working in the Corporate, M&A, and Litigation departments. This enriching experience allowed me to deepen my understanding of the legal field and apply my legal knowledge to real-world cases.

33rd Christof Heyns African Human Rights Moot Court Competition

I had the privilege of competing in the 33rd Christof Heyns African Human Rights Moot Court Competition held at the University of Rwanda, Kigali. Our case explored critical human rights issues, including:

• Withdrawal of the African Court Protocol Declaration
• Displacement of indigenous peoples
• Child labor
• Incommunicado detention of an elected president
• Access to politicians personal data

As both Applicant and Respondent, alongside co-counsel Mrs. Ratania Edawi, we crafted and presented arguments for both sides. A special thanks to our coaches, Mrs. Maryam Tarek and Mrs. Norhan Mahmoud, for their guidance. Engaging with judges Prof. Laurence Burgorgue-Larsen and Hon. Justice Imani Daud Aboud was an honor. I am grateful to The British University in Egypt for this invaluable experience and to Mr. Ahmed Sayaad, Project Coordinator of the Moot Court.

Visit to Leigh Day

I had the honor of visiting Leigh Days London office, a renowned law firm recognized for its advocacy in human rights and environmental law. During my visit, I participated in a discourse on international human rights and environmental rights, and had the privilege of discussing significant cases with Mrs. Tessa Gregory, a leading litigator in the field. Our conversation covered critical global human rights issues, including legal challenges in Rwanda related to the African Court. This experience significantly enriched my preparation for the 33rd Christof Heyns African Moot Court and deepened my understanding of these vital areas of law.