Renowned family lawyer and human rights activist Senior Counsel Judy Thongori is dead.
Senior Counsel Judy Thongori died on Wednesday morning while undergoing treatment. An unconfirmed report in the media said that she died while undergoing treatment in India.
“This morning, the legal fraternity mourns the loss of a distinguished member and beacon of excellence. Judy Thongori SC has been a monument of legal prowess and exemplified all the qualities of a professional North Star,” said Law Society of Kenya President Faith Adhiambo.
“Her noteworthy contributions to family law and human rights are timeless and continue to propagate a learning curve for many in the profession. The legacy she leaves behind will remain an indelible mark of her impact that lives on among us.”
“We condole with all her friends, family, colleagues, and the Senior Counsel Bar for this immense loss. We pray for divine comfort and healing as we contend with this unfortunate news. May she rest in peace,” LSK’s Ms. Adhiambo added.
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Senior Counsel Judy Thongori had been practicing family law in a career that spanned over 30 years.
“(I am) a mediator in family matters and a strong believer that the family is the core of society and that as family conflicts are inevitable, any serious society should invest in family conflict resolution,” she described herself.
