İlayda A

LLM candidate in International Business Law at King's College London, specialising in international commercial arbitration and cross-border dispute resolution. Associate of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (ACIArb), with dispute-resolution experience at a Legal 500-ranked firm and an upcoming internship at Trinity International LLP. Research focuses on EU sanctions and enforcement under the New York Convention.

Currently preparing for the SQE to qualify as a solicitor in England and Wales. Fluent in English and Turkish, with intermediate Spanish. Currently authorised to work in the UK and eligible to apply for the UK Graduate visa upon completion of the LLM.

Legal Intern (Upcoming) at Trinity International LLP (2026-10 – 2026-10)

• Confirmed two-week internship across the International Arbitration and Corporate Finance teams, commencing 12 October 2026.

Conveyancing Paralegal at Jury O'Shea (2026-06 – 2026-07)

• Supported solicitors across more than 20 active matters, managing document preparation, client onboarding and deadline-driven file progression within a regulated transactional environment.
• Conducted AML/KYC checks and reviewed client and transaction documentation for accuracy, completeness and regulatory compliance.
• Prepared and proofread client correspondence and legal documentation, and liaised with clients, solicitors and third parties in both English and Turkish.

Legal Intern at Cavus & Coskunsu Law Firm (2023-10 – 2023-11)

• Contributed to more than 10 active commercial disputes at a Legal 500-ranked disputes firm, involving maritime, commodities, transport and insurance claims.
• Conducted detailed legal research across legislation, case law and doctrinal sources to support litigation strategy and the preparation of court submissions.
• Drafted more than 10 legal documents, including response petitions and objections to expert reports, under supervision.
• Reviewed case files and expert reports, prepared case summaries, and identified procedural issues, evidential gaps and litigation risks.

Summer Intern at Ayan Law Firm (2022-05 – 2022-09)

• Assisted with more than 15 active civil, commercial and procedural law matters, conducting legal research and analysing case files to identify relevant legal arguments and litigation risks.
• Drafted legal petitions, objections to expert reports and client correspondence, while maintaining accurate records and monitoring procedural deadlines.

LLM in International Business Law – King's College London (2025-09)

LLB (Honours) in Law – Istanbul University Faculty of Law (2020-09 – 2024-07)