Respected lawyer and Senior Counsel Judy Thongori is dead.

The prominent advocate reportedly passed away after a short illness in a development that has put the legal fraternity in mourning.  Considered a distinguished member of the legal service, Thongori practised law for over 30 years specialising in family law.

The Senior Counsel founded her law firm, Judy Thongori & Co.

Advocates in 2003 and was acknowledged as an experienced litigator, advisor and mediator in family law matters.