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A sad incident that shocked legal circles in Egypt, as the famous lawyer Essam El-Batawy died on Tuesday while standing before the court to deliver his pleading.

In detail, El-Batawy was pleading in one of the cases before the Qena Criminal Court, before he suffered a sudden health crisis while speaking, where he lost consciousness due to a coma, prompting immediate intervention by those present and a request for an ambulance to transfer him to Qena University Hospital, according to local media.

Despite the speed of his transfer to receive necessary medical care, sources confirmed that the lawyer passed away before reaching the hospital, ending a professional career that spanned many years as he practiced his work, to which he devoted his life until his final moments.

Essam El-Batawy (Archive)

Meanwhile, an atmosphere of sadness and grief prevailed among his colleagues, lawyers, and members of the legal community, who expressed shock at his sudden departure.

The news of his death also sparked widespread interaction on social media, where a large number of lawyers, media figures, and public figures mourned him, recalling his long professional history.

About him

It is noteworthy that Essam El-Batawy is considered one of the most prominent lawyers in Egypt, as his name was associated with a number of criminal and political cases that captured public attention over the past years.

He was also distinguished by a rich legal career that made him a prominent figure in courtrooms, as he undertook defense in many major cases that received extensive media coverage.

Among the most famous milestones in his professional career was his defense of former Interior Minister Habib El-Adly during his trial following the events of the January 25, 2011 revolution, in addition to his involvement in other important files and cases, which cemented his position as one of the most prominent lawyers specializing in criminal cases.

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