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Nelly ElGammal

Nelly ElGammal

Cairo

Summary

Highly analytical and motivated individual with a passion for contract, commercial and corporate law. Demonstrated expertise in conducting in-depth legal research and drafting a range of legal documents. Strong attention to detail and excellent organisation skills. Able to remain on track to meet deadlines in fast paced environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Volunteer worker

Citizens Advice Bureau
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Assist clients by handling phone calls on a range of issues, including benefits, inheritance, wills, land law, and harassment.
  • Respond to client emails, providing accurate and helpful information in a timely manner.
  • Conduct client interviews to understand their concerns and offer relevant advice or referrals


Internship

MHR & Partners in association with White & Case
Cairo
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Reviewed and edited shareholders’ agreements, hotel agreements, and cover letters for corporate meetings, ensuring precision and adherence to legal standards.
  • Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal documentation for mergers and acquisitions, including transaction request lists and due diligence reports.
  • Prepared a detailed legal memorandum summarizing and organizing multiple cases for a key client, streamlining case management and reference.
  • Contributed to the preparation and review of documentation for initial public offerings (IPOs), bilateral loan agreements, and employment contracts.
  • Drafted and reviewed bilingual (Arabic and English) bilateral contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Internship

Al Tamimi & Company
Cairo
09.2023 - 09.2023
  • Conducted in-depth work on repo transactions, analyzing the complexities of finance and securities law to support legal compliance and strategic decision-making.
  • Examined the intricacies of income tax law, developing a comprehensive understanding of its application in various legal contexts.
  • Delivered a detailed presentation on the digitization of legal procedures in Egypt, evaluating the implications of digital transformation on the legal industry and proposing forward-looking strategies.
  • Shadowed Dr. Khaled Attia, gaining valuable insights into international arbitration claims, commercial disputes, and breach of contract cases, while observing best practices in high-stakes legal matters.

Internship

Matouk Bassiouny Law firm
Cairo
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Gained hands-on experience in the Litigation Department, actively contributing to matters involving contract law and legal research.
  • Reviewed and modified contracts by analyzing clauses, identifying potential issues, and implementing necessary amendments to ensure compliance and clarity.
  • Conducted in-depth research on Court of Cassation judgments, analyzing legal precedents to support ongoing and upcoming cases handled by the firm.
  • Developed a strong foundation in legal drafting, analytical reasoning, and the practical application of contract and case law principles.

Education

German Abitur -

Deutsche Schule Der Borromarinenn
Cairo, Cairo
09.2010 - 06.2022

LLB Law (Expected N/A) - undefined

University of Sussex
Brighton, Sussex
09.2022 - 07.2025

Skills

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Attention to Detail
  • Negotiation proficiency
  • Legal drafting
  • Research and analysis

Languages

Arabic
Native
German
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Custom

Competitive swimmer and part of the National Egyptian swimming team from 2017 - 2019. Volunteer for a food drive serving approximately 10,000 impoverished Egyptians a month. Assistant coach at Gezira club giving swimming lessons for elderly people. Schooling mentor for year groups going through their GCSE's equivalents. Member of the women’s Sussex Law School society 2022-2023. Part of the University of Sussex swimming team.

Affiliations

  • Reading
  • Swimming

Accomplishments

National Champion in Swimming 2016

Timeline

Volunteer worker

Citizens Advice Bureau
09.2024 - 04.2025

Internship

MHR & Partners in association with White & Case
05.2024 - 06.2024

Internship

Al Tamimi & Company
09.2023 - 09.2023

Internship

Matouk Bassiouny Law firm
06.2023 - 06.2023

LLB Law (Expected N/A) - undefined

University of Sussex
09.2022 - 07.2025

German Abitur -

Deutsche Schule Der Borromarinenn
09.2010 - 06.2022

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