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EUCLID Faculty Profiles

Dr. Mohamed Hassanein

Senior Lecturer

Dr. Mohamed Hassanein is an Egyptian lawyer, legal scholar, and academic professional with a strong background in Public International Law and extensive international legal practice. He holds a PhD in Public Law from Cairo University, as well as a Master’s degree in Public Law and a Master’s degree in Intellectual Property Law from the National Institute of Intellectual Property.

His academic interests include International Law of the Sea, Maritime Law, Public International Law, International Dispute Resolution, and Cross-Border Legal Relations. His professional experience, including his previous service as a magistrate and his current practice as Managing Partner of Hassanein & Partners, has provided him with substantial practical exposure to international and cross-border legal matters.

Dr. Hassanein also serves as Vice President of the Pan African Lawyers Union (PALU) for North Africa, giving him extensive experience in African and international legal affairs and cooperation with legal institutions across different jurisdictions. He has participated in numerous international legal conferences, professional associations, and cross-border initiatives.

Research & Interests + Publications:

Research works/publication list: 1. ”Abortion in the Egyptian Law,” article, The Jurist, UAE, 2024. 2. The Effect of the COVID Pandemic on the Rights of Exploitation of Intellectual Property Contracts, MA thesis, 2024. 3.Inheritance and the Family Business: How to Deal with Inheritance When the Main Assets Are in a Family Business, book, LexisNexis, Paris, 2023. 4.“Climate Justice,” article, Juriste International, LexisNexis, Paris, 2023. 5.The Role of the Egyptian Council of State in Maintaining Public Order – A Comparative Study, PhD thesis, Cairo University, 2023. 6.Methods of Protection for Intellectual Property Rights for Vaccines and Medical Instruments in the Post-COVID World, NIIP Journal, 2022. 7.The Legislative, Judicial and Administrative Protection for Public Order, Mansoura University Journal, 2019. 8.Freedom of Expression and Its Connection to Public Order, Mansoura University Journal, 2019. 9.New Muslim Converters, Egypt Today Magazine, 2014. 10.Purposes of the Islamic Sharia, Al-Azhar New Generation Magazine, 2012. 11.Al-Azhar's English Course Is a Window to the World, Daily News Egypt, 2011. Teaching Interests: International Law of the Sea and Maritime Law, with a focus on the interaction between international legal principles, maritime jurisdiction, dispute settlement, state responsibility, and contemporary challenges affecting the use and governance of the oceans.

Faculty Relationships at EUCLID:

At EUCLID, faculty interactions are intentionally personal, responsive, and relationship-centered. Students connect with professors primarily through direct email and scheduled Zoom sessions, creating regular opportunities for substantive dialogue rather than one-way communication.

Professors respond promptly to emails with detailed, constructive feedback and are readily available for one-on-one Zoom meetings to discuss coursework, research direction, thesis development, or career goals. These interactions are not limited to academic questions; they often evolve into ongoing mentorship relationships where faculty serve as professional and academic role models. Students benefit from professors’ real-world experience in global affairs, sustainable development, diplomacy, and related fields, gaining practical insights that complement the formal curriculum.

The emphasis is on genuine relationship building. Many students develop lasting professional connections with their professors, who actively support their academic progress and post-graduation objectives. This accessible, human-centered faculty model is a defining feature of the EUCLID experience, designed to foster intellectual growth, professional maturity, and meaningful scholarly collaboration.