Third-year LLB Law student at the University of York with a strong interest in commercial law
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Third-year LLB Law student at the University of York with a strong interest in commercial law. Developed legal analysis and commercial awareness through academic study, mooting, and mentoring, while demonstrating leadership and resilience as a shift manager. Seeking to gain practical legal experience in a commercial environment.
Legal Internship - Attorney Yeter Unal - Istanbul
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
Shadowed a lawyer at a financial regulatory law firm overseeing distressed banks and corporate assets. Observed work in financial regulation, insolvency, and asset recovery. Gained insight into case strategy and regulatory enforcement through internal meetings and reviewing legal documents. Strengthened commercial awareness of the impact of legal decisions on financial institutions and markets.
Mentee, Mentoring Scheme - Walker Morris LLP - Leeds
(2024-01 - 2025-12)
Mentored by a trainee solicitor on preparing for a legal career, developing insight into the profession and required skills. Developed commercial awareness through engagement with solicitors on client-focused strategy in corporate and finance contexts.
Insight Day Participant - Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP - London
(2025-01 - 2025-01)
Gained insight into trainee life, firm culture, and career pathways in commercial law in London.
Insight Day Participant - Addleshaw Goddard LLP - Leeds
(2025-01 - 2025-01)
Worked on a case study involving corporate transactions, evaluating legal and commercial considerations in advising a client.
Insight Day Participant - DLA Piper LLP - Leeds
(2024-01 - 2024-12)
Had a Q&A session with the partners about secondment and global opportunities available for the trainees.
Barista - Kynd - York
(2026-01 - 2026-12)
Delivered friendly customer service in a fast-paced café environment while preparing drinks, handling payments, maintaining hygiene standards, and working efficiently as part of a team.
Manager - Babacan Stage - Turkiye
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
Oversaw daily operations of a busy family restaurant with live music, managing staff, orchestra, bookings, and payments in a fast-paced environment. Developed strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
LLB - Law - University of York (2023-09 - 2026-06)
Foundation Certificate - Law and Social Sciences - Kaplan International Pathway College, York (2022-09 - 2023-06)
