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Didem Gozaydin

@didemgozaydin

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Legal counsel dedicated to justice and sustainability in organizations.

Turkey

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values justice and sustainability, offering opportunities for impactful legal work.

I am a legal professional with an international background, deeply committed to upholding legal compliance and ethical standards within organizations. My experience spans various sectors, including technology law, human rights advocacy, and corporate compliance. I strive to make impactful contributions to companies that address critical issues, ensuring they navigate legal complexities effectively.

Currently, I serve as Legal Counsel at Marti Technologies Inc., where I coordinate legal disputes and develop strategies to minimize legal risks. My previous roles include working as a Legal Researcher at the Centre for African Justice, where I led initiatives on sexual violence and contributed to policy development. My academic background includes an LL.M in International and European Union Law, equipping me with a robust understanding of global legal frameworks.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Legal Counsel

Current

Marti Technologies Inc.

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Coordinated legal disputes, including administrative and criminal cases, developing effective solutions and strategies. Conducted comprehensive research in technology law, regulatory compliance, and data privacy, ensuring company policies complied with legal regulations.

Legal Research Regulatory Compliance Data Privacy Contract Management

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Legal Researcher at Sexual Violence Team

Current

Centre for African Justice, Peace and Human Rights

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Coordinated legal projects addressing sexual violence, including research, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. Led initiatives focused on raising awareness of sexual violence against men, including research and publication of articles.

Legal Research Advocacy Stakeholder Engagement Policy Development Human Rights

Legal & Compliance Counsel

Refugees and Asylum Seekers Assistance and Solidarity Associ

May 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

Coordinated legal aid projects to support human rights, with a focus on developing and disseminating training materials on rights violations and remedies. Led project teams in drafting and reviewing policy documents and guidance on corporate responsibility and human rights.

Legal Aid Human Rights Policy Development Stakeholder Engagement

Attorney at Law

Istanbul Bar Association

Dec 2020 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Specialized in Civil and Criminal Litigation, overseeing cases from inception to prosecution. Provided comprehensive legal counsel in Corporate and Commercial Law, facilitating contract review and negotiation processes.

Litigation Corporate Law Commercial Law Contract Negotiation

Legal Trainee

Yarsuvat & Yarsuvat Law Firm

Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)

Conducted in-depth legal research on human rights issues in domestic and international cases, supporting the firm’s advocacy and litigation strategies. Assisted in drafting and reviewing legal documents, contributing to dispute resolution and Commercial Law advisement.

Legal Research Human Rights Constitutional Law Administrative Law

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Erasmus University Rotterdam

LL.M., International and European Union Law

Activities and societies: Thesis Subject: Refugee Definition & International Criminal Court for the Protection of Refugees

Focused on International and European Union Law, with a thesis on Refugee Definition & International Criminal Court for the Protection of Refugees. Coursework included International Law and Global Governance, Globalization and Multidimensional Legal Orders, Human Rights in International Law, and International Criminal Law and Procedure.

Marmara University

LL.M., Public Law, Health Law

Activities and societies: Thesis Subject: Right to Health of Refugees and Turkey

Specialized in Public Law with a focus on Health Law, completing a thesis on the Right to Health of Refugees and Turkey. Key courses covered the liability of medical malpractice, healthcare service provision, the right to health, and criminal responsibility of medical doctors.

Kadir Has University

Bachelor of Laws, Law

Completed a comprehensive Bachelor of Laws program, gaining foundational knowledge in various legal disciplines. The curriculum provided a strong basis for a career in law.