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Havva  Yıldız

Havva Yıldız

Senior Lawyer
İSTANBUL

Summary

Energetic and analytical, with the ability to think outside the box, bringing a deep understanding of legal principles and a keen ability to navigate complex legal frameworks. Well-versed in legal research and writing, combined with strong advocacy and negotiation skills. Dedicated to achieving impactful results through strategic legal counsel, effective litigation processes, and legal compliance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Senior Lawyer

Gün & Partners Law Firm
09.2017 - Current
  • Over 7 years of experience at Gün & Partners Law Firm, one of Turkey's largest and top-tier law firms, specializing in intellectual property field. After completing my internship and junior/mid-level attorney roles, I have been serving as a senior attorney at the same law firm for the past 1.5 years.
  • In the early years of my career, I provided legal advice on various commercial disputes, including labor law, enforcement and bankruptcy law, expropriation law, customs compliance, and tax disputes, to both Turkish and international companies and handled the corporate governance matters. In the latest years my focus has shifted to intellectual property, with an emphasis on commercial disputes. This contributed to my ability to take a broad perspective and develop effective legal strategies.
  • Advised clients on commercial matters. Provided consultancy, managed litigation strategies, handled alternative dispute resolution, oversaw contract negotiations and drafting wide range and variety of commercial contracts, conducted settlement negotiations, and ensured legal compliance.
  • Advised many high-profile clients such as Ferrero Group, Netflix, Renault, Bridgestone, Nintendo, Gucci, Prada, Ipsen Biopharma showcasing advocacy skills and achieving desired outcomes, while guiding clients through mediation and negotiations to protect their interests.
  • Drafted persuasive legal documents, conducted thorough research, and provided strong case support to effectively communicate complex arguments. Managed heavy workloads under tight deadlines with exceptional time management, while mentoring junior associates and training new team members to foster a collaborative work environment.

Short Term Intern

Bench Walk Advisors LLC
03.2018 - 04.2018
  • In this litigation funding company conducted legal analysis on cases where fund was requested by potential clients.
  • Attended client meetings and prepared comprehensive legal research and assesment reports.

Education

Bachelor of Laws - Law

Anadolu University
Eskişehir, Turkey
09.2013 - 06.2017

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of Wrocław
Poland
09.2014 - 01.2015

High School Diploma -

Eskişehir Eti Social Sciences High School
Eskişehir, Turkey
09.2008 - 06.2013

Skills

Commercial disputes

Intellectual property matters

Litigation experience

Contract drafting

Corporate Governance

Strategic thinking

Legal analysis

Cross-cultural communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Excellent communication

Time management abilities

Accomplishments

Took on the role of keynote speaker at numerous webinars and symposium events related to my areas of expertise.


Served as a guest lecturer for three consecutive years in the Industrial Design department at Bilgi University, one of Turkey's leading universities, teaching Intellectual Property Law.


Have been recognized as thought leader by "Mondaq" a reputable international platform where extensive law articles and insights published by industry experts across a wide range of sectors Intellectual Property and Technology fields.


Co-authored sections regarding intellectual property rights and their commercialization in Turkey in highly reputable international publications. My articles have been published in numerous local and international platforms.


To provide just a few examples:

  • IP in Business Transactions 2024 in Turkey Practical Law, Co-Author, Sep 13, 2024
  • Kluwer Law International Industrial Design Rights, Chapter 22 Turkey, Co-Author, Oct 14, 2020
  • European Union Artificial Intelligence Act Approved: What Does It Entail in Terms of Copyrights Gün + Partners, Co-Author, Apr 24, 2024
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Copyright Gün + Partners, Co-Author, Apr 20, 2024
  • The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Trademark Law Gün + Partners, Co-Author, Mar 06, 2024
  • What Copyright and Trademark Owners Should Know About the Approach to NFTs in the Republic of Türkiye INTA, Co-Author, Feb 07, 2024
  • Turkey's Position on Non-Fungible Tokens ILO - Litigation Newsletter, Co-Author, Sep 19, 2023
  • Protection of Websites Under Turkish Law Gün + Partners, Co-Author, Apr 17, 2023
  • A First for Turkey as Court Decides Preliminary Injunctions Can Apply to NFTs INTA Bulletin, Co-Author, Nov 15, 2022
  • First Preliminary Injunction Issued by a Court in Turkey Regarding NFTs The IPKat, Co-Author, Aug 29, 2022
  • Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain Technologies and Their Impacts on Brand Protection Brand Protection Professional, Co-Author, Jun 27, 2022
  • Legal Intellectual and Industrial Rights Journal, Vol. 16, p. 59, 2020, 'The Impact of Emerging Technology and Artificial Intelligence on Intellectual Property Rights' (TR)

Software

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs

Affiliations

Member of Better Justice Association (Daha İyi Yargı Derneği). Co-authored "Turkish Judicial Reform A-Z" book as a part of my role.


Member of Young ISTAC (Istanbul Arbitration Centre)

Certification

Registered Lawyer, Istanbul Bar Association

Timeline

Registered Lawyer, Istanbul Bar Association

11-2018

Short Term Intern

Bench Walk Advisors LLC
03.2018 - 04.2018

Senior Lawyer

Gün & Partners Law Firm
09.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Laws - Law

University of Wrocław
09.2014 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Laws - Law

Anadolu University
09.2013 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Eskişehir Eti Social Sciences High School
09.2008 - 06.2013
Havva Yıldız Senior Lawyer