Azem Haliscelik

First-year law student at City St George’s, University of London, with a developing interest in commercial law and business-focused legal practice. Building a strong foundation in contract law, legal research, and legal reasoning through university study. Highly disciplined, organised, and motivated, with a proactive approach to gaining practical legal experience through internships, insight programmes, and firm-led events.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP – Legal Insight Day Participant

London | February 2026 

• Participated in a disputes-focused workshop, developing insight into contentious commercial practice and litigation strategy.
• Completed interview skills training tailored to commercial law applications, enhancing understanding of competency-based assessment.
• Engaged in a trainee Q&A, gaining insight into training contracts, firm culture, and career progression within an international law firm.

Hogan Lovells – Virtual Law Job Simulation (Forage)

January 2026

• Completed a commercial law job simulation focused on Energy & Infrastructure and Intellectual Property matters.
• Analysed hypothetical client scenarios and drafted structured written advice.
• Developed understanding of transactional workflow, commercial risk assessment, and client-focused problem solving.

International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor with experience competing at a high level across international tournaments. Multiple-time gold medalist, and multiple time champion, demonstrating strong discipline, resilience, and the ability to perform consistently under pressure.