Ayse Ovgu Ceken
Lawyer
Izmir
Summary
Dedicated Lawyer with experience in criminal, employment, immigration, children’s, and human rights law. Specializes in advocating for vulnerable groups through NGOs, organizing events, and delivering legal education and advisory services. Advises individuals in removal centers on deportation procedures and administrative detention. Currently pursuing a master’s degree in gender equality.
Overview
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Language
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Certifications
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Intern
Atty. Seval Karabay
Izmir, İzmir
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Conducted legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
- Drafted legal documents, including briefs and memoranda, ensuring clarity and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted attorneys in trial preparation by organizing exhibits and managing case files effectively.
- Collaborated with clients to gather information, enhancing communication and case understanding.
- Completed research and established requirements to draft contract process documentation.
- Met with clients to help attorneys prepare for depositions.
Lawyer
Atty. Ali Tufan Konuk
02.2019 - 12.2021
- Advised clients on risk mitigation strategies related to corporate governance matters, minimizing potential exposure to lawsuits or regulatory action.
- Advised clients on corporate governance risk mitigation strategies, reducing potential exposure to lawsuits and regulatory action.
- Negotiated settlements with opposing counsel to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
- Evaluated findings and developed strategies and arguments in preparation for case presentations.
- Represented clients in court hearings and in negotiations with other parties.
- Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
- Analyzed legal principles and conducted legal research to develop effective litigation strategies.
Lawyer
Refugee Support Center (MUDEM-RSC)
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Presented evidence to defend clients or prosecute defendants in criminal or civil litigation.
- Enhanced client satisfaction through timely communication and clear explanations of complex legal concepts.
- Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.
- Counseled clients on potential outcomes of legal matters.
- Analyzed legal documents to identify pertinent issues, providing clients with actionable insights.
- Counseled clients on potential legal outcomes, enabling informed decision-making.
- Analyzed legal documents and identified pertinent issues for clients.
Child Protection Officer
Association for Social Development and Aid Mobilization (SGDD-ASAM)
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff members on proper procedures, protocols, and best practices in child protection work.
- Built rapport with children, families, colleagues, and external partners through effective communication, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Increased community awareness of child protection issues by delivering engaging presentations and workshops.
- Advocated for families' best interests in court proceedings, providing recommendations for balanced solutions that support children's welfare.
- Leveraged strong communication skills to build rapport with children, families, colleagues, and external partners alike.
- Delivered training and advice to refugee and migrant groups, children and their families, women, LGBTIQ+ individuals, and civil society organisations.
Lawyer
Refugee Rights Turkey
01.2026 - Current
- Applied knowledge of legal precedents to assess probable outcomes of cases, informing case strategy.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes between parties finding mutually beneficial solutions.
- Drafted motions, petitions, and waivers to support litigation objectives and advocate for clients.
- Drafted motions, petitions and waivers.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes, facilitating mutually beneficial resolutions for clients.
Education
Master of Science - Women's Studies
Dokuz Eylul University
Izmir, Turkey 04.2001 -
Undergraduate - Faculty of Law
Suleyman Demirel University
Isparta01-2017
High school -
Kirklareli Anatolian High School
Kırklareli01-2013
Skills
Legal drafting
Contract negotiation
Litigation support
Legal advisory
Court procedures
Mediation
Time management
Teamwork and collaboration
Self motivation
Microsoft office and docusign
Family and juvenile law, labor law, immigration law
Computer skills
Certification
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
Vocational Training
Professional English Workshop for Lawyers (Izmir Bar Association - April 2025)
Refugee Law Seminar: Deportation Procedures and the Principle of Non-Refoulement in the Light of ECHR Jurisprudence (Refugee Rights Turkey - 10 September 2021)
Refugee Law Seminar: Administrative Detention and Conditions of Administrative Detention in the Light of ECHR Jurisprudence (Refugee Rights Turkey - 16 September 2021)
Asylum Law Training for Izmir Bar Association Lawyers (SGDD-ASAM- Strengthening Legal Aid Mechanisms for Individuals with Special Needs Project- 23/24 October 2021)
The Concept of Consent in Sexual Crime/Victim's Rights (Izmir Bar Assossciation, Association for Combating Sexual Violence and DEU Forensic Medicine Departmant- June 2019)
Monitoring, Documentation Reporting Training (Human Rights Assossciation, Izmir Bar Assossciation-21/22 December 2019)
Preventation of Torture/Istanbul Protokol Training (Izmir Bar Association Human Rights Center 16/17 October 2021)
Training on Indvudual Application to the Constutional Court (Izmir Bar Association Human Rights Center 21 May 2021)
Izmir Bar Association Human Rights Center Memberance (2019-2020)
Training on the Law on Family Protection and Prevention of Violence Against Women (Izmir Bar Association- 5 November 2021)
Fundamentals of Human Rights Advocacy (Human Rights Foundation, Izmir Bar Association 27/28 February 2021)
Legal Aid Training (Union of Turkish Bar Association- 18 March 2025)
Siber Security and GDPR Summit (Izmir Metropolitan Municipality, Izmir Bar Association, Izmir Chamber of Computer Engineers (7/8 December 2019)
Personal Data Protection Law Seminar (Izmir Bar Association-13 December 2019)
Timeline
Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)
01-2026
No Excuse for Abuse: Preventing Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Humanitarian Action
01-2026
Gender-Based Violence and Child Protection Case Management Steps
01-2026
Country of Origin Information (COI)
01-2026
Introduction to the Minimum Standards for Camp Management (MSCM)
01-2026
Lawyer
Refugee Rights Turkey
01.2026 - Current
Providing Support for Access to Legal Assistance and Legal Support for Persons Wishing to Return to Syria and Legal Training
11-2025
International Frameworks for Gender Equality; and Promoting Gender Equality throughout the UN System
08-2025
Training on the Best Interest Procedure for Child Protection Staff
08-2022
Child Protection Officer
Association for Social Development and Aid Mobilization (SGDD-ASAM)
06.2022 - 07.2024
Lawyer
Refugee Support Center (MUDEM-RSC)
12.2021 - 06.2022
CPT Standarts
09-2021
Child Friendly Justice
09-2021
Alternatives to Immigration Detention
08-2021
Child Marriage Prevention of Early and Forced Marriage Education
04-2021
Lawyer
Atty. Ali Tufan Konuk
02.2019 - 12.2021
International Protection and Approach to Refugees Training
12-2018
Law Intern
Atty. Seval Karabay
11.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Science - Women's Studies
Dokuz Eylul University
04.2001 -
Undergraduate - Faculty of Law
Suleyman Demirel University
High school -
Kirklareli Anatolian High School