Egyptian Bar Association reform and administration

Dr. Abdel Halim Allam, President of the Egyptian Bar Association and the Arab Lawyers Union, has initiated a series of regional visits and administrative reforms aimed at institutional improvement and member support.

In early October, Allam visited the Minya and Beni Suef governorates to discuss anti-corruption efforts, institutional reform, and enhanced medical services. During these visits, he emphasized the need to bridge the gap between syndicate councils and the general assembly.

By mid-October, the focus expanded to include the inauguration of the Matoubas Lawyers Club in Kafr El Sheikh. Allam reported significant legislative influence regarding the new criminal procedure law, specifically noting the amendment of 21 articles related to freedoms and lawyer protections.

Financial updates indicated that the association’s budget has increased to 2.7 billion EGP. Allam also announced upcoming pension increases, with maximum and minimum amounts set at 4,000 EGP and 2,000 EGP respectively. Following the discovery of pension fund theft, investigation committees have been formed and legal authorities have been notified.