SERIFE GOKTAS

Work history

Goktas Law Firm

Istanbul , Turkey

03.2020 - Current

Sourced valuable evidence and witness statements supporting client cases.
Communicated disclosure requirements for complex investigations and evidential circumstances.
Leveraged delivery-focused mindset to meet tight deadlines for high volume of cases.
Coordinated communications with court, registry and tribunal services for thorough case correspondence.
Maximised retention of legal cases in-house by providing free initial consultations.
Advised clients of costs and terms attached to new instruction.
Prepared case matter with robust evidence, disclosure and pleading documentation.
Supported clients in obtaining public funding to meet case costs and disbursements.
Maintained comprehensive case communication notes for reliable legal reference.
Specialised in Family Law, Real Estate Law, Housing Law to provide accurate, reliable legal counsel.
Liaised with clients to prepare and draw up wills.
Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.
Developed detailed litigation strategies for each case.
Devised individualised contracts and legal documentation to fulfil bespoke client requirements.
Safeguarded client interests throughout legal proceedings.

Eegemenoglu Law Firm

Istanbul , Turkey

07.2022 - 12.2022

Prepared case matter with robust evidence, disclosure and pleading documentation.
Demonstrated expert current legal knowledge for appropriate verbal and written advocacy.
Coordinated communications with court, registry and tribunal services for thorough case correspondence.
Maintained comprehensive case communication notes for reliable legal reference.
Advised clients of costs and terms attached to new instruction.
Specialised in Housing Law, Corporate Law, Family Law to provide accurate, reliable legal counsel.
Provided knowledgeable advice covering dispute resolution legal matters.
Moderated legal negotiations between clients and third parties.
Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.
Liaised with clients to prepare and draw up wills.
Used knowledge of previous court decisions and laws to enhance client positions.
Presented strategic arguments based on key findings for successful client pleas.
Performed due diligence across preliminary legal research.
Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.
Launched official legal action to progress dispute resolution cases.

Dogan Law Firm

Istanbul, Turkey

03.2020 - 04.2021

Ozgun Law Firm

Istanbul, Turkey

09.2007 - 01.2009

Prepared case matter with robust evidence, disclosure and pleading documentation.
Supported clients in obtaining public funding to meet case costs and disbursements.
Advised clients of costs and terms attached to new instruction.
Specialised in Corporate Law to provide accurate, reliable legal counsel.
Demonstrated expert current legal knowledge for appropriate verbal and written advocacy.
Maintained comprehensive case communication notes for reliable legal reference.
Coordinated communications with court, registry and tribunal services for thorough case correspondence.
Launched official legal action to progress employee, housing, proterty, family cases.

Eylül Turizm A.Ş

Istanbul, Turkey

09.2006 - 09.2007

Provided strategic advice and support to Company with regards to all aspects of demages, Insurance Law, including Corporate Law.
Drafted and advised clients on legal documentation to best suit customer needs.
Strategised arguments to successfully present client positions.
Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.
Devised individualised contracts and legal documentation to fulfil bespoke client requirements.
Liaised with clients to prepare and draw up wills.