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Can Simsek

Çekmeköy,Türkiye

Summary

Legal professional specializing in finance and corporate law, providing tailored legal solutions through strong analytical skills and comprehensive knowledge of regulatory frameworks. Recognized for strategic problem-solving abilities and adept at managing complex legal matters to secure optimal outcomes for clients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Research Assistant

Queen Mary University of London
10.2024 - 07.2025
  • Worked alongside Professor George A. Walker on updating draft textbook in International Finance Law.
  • Directed high level research by collaborating with post graduate students and colleagues.
  • Conducted comprehensive literature reviews for project groundwork.

Project Assistant

Queen Mary University of London
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Supported two projects namely AI Ethics and Governance, Artificial Financial Intelligence. Projected publication date set for summer 2025.
  • Project AI Ethics and Governance aims to integrate current AI Codes into legal framework while addressing ethical considerations.
  • Project Artificial Financial Intelligence aims to utilise global finance regulations for AI programmes in finance sector.
  • Provided timely support and assistance to Project Manager, leading to successful project completions.

Lawyer

Nereus Law Firm
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Worked in Maritime and Corporate Law departments
  • Advised clients on sale&purchase agreements, asset financing, and compliance.
  • Handled claims involving cargo and collision

Legal Intern

Ersoy Bilgehan Law Firm
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Focused on Maritime Law
  • Supported lawyers in managing maritime claims, sale and purchase agreements, and incorporation processes.

Education

LL.M. - Commercial And Corporate Law

Queen Mary University of London
09.2024 - 07.2025

LL.B. - Law

Istanbul University
09.2017 - 09.2022

Erasmus Program Graduate - Law

Universidad de Barcelona
09.2019 - 09.2020

High School -

Kadikoy Anadolu High School
09.2012 - 06.2017

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Word
  • Legal research
  • Case management
  • Contract negotiation

References

  • Mr. Emre Ersoy, Ersoy Bilgehan Law Firm
  • Mr. Raci Alper, Ersoy Bilgehan Law Firm
  • Professor George Alan Walker, Queen Mary University of London

Accomplishments

    IELTS Exam Result: 8.0/9

Timeline

Project Assistant

Queen Mary University of London
01.2025 - 06.2025

Research Assistant

Queen Mary University of London
10.2024 - 07.2025

LL.M. - Commercial And Corporate Law

Queen Mary University of London
09.2024 - 07.2025

Lawyer

Nereus Law Firm
01.2024 - 08.2024

Legal Intern

Ersoy Bilgehan Law Firm
09.2022 - 09.2023

Erasmus Program Graduate - Law

Universidad de Barcelona
09.2019 - 09.2020

LL.B. - Law

Istanbul University
09.2017 - 09.2022

High School -

Kadikoy Anadolu High School
09.2012 - 06.2017
Can Simsek