YILDIZ TUĞÇE ERDURAN
Attorney At Law | Mediator
İstanbul
Summary
Experienced legal professional specializing in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and contract negotiation. Proven track record of fostering team collaboration and delivering results while remaining adaptable to evolving requirements. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and unwavering commitment to integrity. Poised to contribute substantial value through dependable legal guidance and support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2031
2031
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Legal Counsel
America EB-5 Visa LLC
01.2025 - Current
- Represent the Istanbul office and manage coordination with over 30 Turkish solution partners, ensuring seamless communication with the international team.
- Actively involved in marketing initiatives targeting the Turkish market.
Managing Partner
Kalic Erduran Law Office
01.2024 - Current
- Co-founded and lead legal operations specializing in commercial law, contracts, arbitration, data protection, competition law, and MASAK compliance, establishing firm-wide standards for regulatory excellence.
- Led high-profile litigation and mediation cases, delivering favorable outcomes and providing strategic legal advisory to clients across various sectors.
Mediator
Ministry of Justice
10.2023 - Current
- Appointed as an official mediator by the Ministry of Justice, authorized to resolve legal disputes through effective negotiation and structured mediation strategies, ensuring fair and equitable outcomes.
- Achieved up to 90% settlement success rate in voluntary mediation cases, utilizing structured negotiation and resolution strategies.
General Counsel
One Key Visa INC
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Provided legal counsel on international tax, employment law, and cross-border compliance matters.
- Drafted and negotiated international contracts; advised investors on regulatory frameworks in the U.S. and abroad.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive legal policies and procedures to enhance internal compliance.
Co-Founder & Entrepreneur
Yuffi (AI-Driven Babysitter App)
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed a legal-tech platform for alternative care services
- Recognized among the Top 5 Women-Led Startups in Turkey by UN Women Expo 2023
- Specialized in commercial and employment dispute resolution with high mediation success rate
Founding Partner
Erduran Law Office
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Secured a landmark court ruling that annulled a KYK student loan debt, setting a legal precedent in Turkish administrative law.
- Provided strategic legal counsel to both corporate and individual clients across a wide range of sectors.
- Maintained high standards of quality control by consistently monitoring project progress against established legal and operational benchmarks.
Education
Master of Laws (LL.M.) - Bioethics And IP Law
Istanbul University
04.2001 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Law
Istanbul University
06-2013
Skills
- Domestic & International Law
- AI & Technology Law
- Ethics & IP
- Strategic Case Management
- Regulatory Compliance & Policy Analysis
- Public Speaking
- Legal Writing
- Effective marketing negotiation skills
Certification
Financial Compliance Certificate, Istanbul Bilgi University, 05/01/25
Selected Presentations
- AI Law, Istanbul Kultur University
- CRISPRCircle Seminar, Uskudar University
- Pandemic and Biological Warfare: A Dialogue Between Law and Science, Yıldız Technical University
- Biopatents: Public Health vs. Intellectual Property Rights, Istanbul Bar Association
Selected Publications
- The European Union Artificial Intelligence Act: What Awaits Us?, Yarının Kültürü (e)
- Bermuda Triangle in COVID-19 Vaccine: NIH, Moderna, Bayh-Dole Act & Turkish Patent Ecosystem, Fikri Mülkiyet Hukuku Yıllığı (p) (e)
- Biyoetik, in Beşeri Bilimlerin 50 Tonu, Kapadokya University Publication (p) (e)
- The Future of Coronavirus Vaccine: Can the Genetic Code in mRNA Vaccines Be Patented?, Fikri Mülkiyet Hukuku Yıllığı (p) (e)
- Can DNA Be Described as an Organic Software? A Glance on USTPO Software Patents With Myriad Decision, Fikri Mülkiyet Hukuku Yıllığı (e)
- Master’s Thesis: An Examination of Patents on Living Organisms in Terms of Bioethics and Biomedical Law, On İki Levha Yayınları,
Timeline
Financial Compliance Certificate, Istanbul Bilgi University, 05/01/25
05-2025
TOEFL, Advanced English Proficiency
01-2025
Legal Counsel
America EB-5 Visa LLC
01.2025 - Current
Managing Partner
Kalic Erduran Law Office
01.2024 - Current
Mediator
Ministry of Justice
10.2023 - Current
Expert Mediator in Employment Law, Medipol University
09-2023
Co-Founder & Entrepreneur
Yuffi (AI-Driven Babysitter App)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Certified Mediator, Ministry of Justice / Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University
11-2022
General Counsel
One Key Visa INC
01.2022 - 02.2024
Founding Partner
Erduran Law Office
01.2016 - 01.2022
Master of Laws (LL.M.) - Bioethics And IP Law
Istanbul University
04.2001 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) - Law
Istanbul University