Case Study: Kouncel
Legal education across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) often misses the realities of practice. Ibrahim Saleh, Founder and Managing Director of Kouncel, shares with BARBRI how Kouncel closed the gap and established to deliver high-quality short lessons, focused content, and equip lawyers and law students with practical skills, commercial insight, and real-world readiness.
Bridging Legal Education and Market Practice
With a strong background in legal education, professional training, and business development in the MENA legal sector, Saleh created Kouncel as a platform to bridge the gap between academic legal education and real market needs by offering high-quality, practice-oriented legal and business masterclasses delivered by leading practitioners.
Today, Kouncel works with top law firms, senior lawyers, and international education providers to upskill lawyers and law students across the region.
Why BARBRI?
Kouncel's partnership with BARBRI stems from being recognised globally as the gold standard in legal qualification and exam preparation. This partnership aligns perfectly with Kouncel’s mission to give lawyers in Egypt and the wider Middle East access to internationally credible pathways that enhance their competitiveness and global mobility, without compromising on quality or rigour.
Dual Qualification + the Future
Dual qualification will increasingly become a key differentiator in the region. As cross-border transactions, international arbitration, and foreign investment continue to grow, lawyers who understand both local law and international legal systems - particularly English law - will be better positioned to lead complex, multi-jurisdictional matters.
Creating Value To Employers + Clients
Dual-qualified lawyers bring immediate value through stronger commercial awareness, international drafting standards, and the ability to bridge local and foreign legal cultures. For employers and clients, this translates into reduced friction on cross-border work, better risk management, and more efficient deal execution.
Why BARBRI Works For International Candidates
BARBRI’s courses stand out due to their structured learning methodology, strong academic support, adaptive study plans, and deep understanding of international candidates’ needs. Their proven track record, combined with clear exam focus and practical skills development, gives candidates a genuine advantage in qualifying successfully.
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