Ela Baskaya
Washington,DC
Summary
Motivated LL.M. student aspiring to become a lawyer in the USA, with a strong foundation in contract drafting, negotiation, and regulatory compliance. Seeking a part-time legal position in the media and entertainment sector to apply my skills in agreement review, legal analysis, and client interaction, while contributing to organizational goals and delivering effective legal solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Attorney
BEIN MEDIA GROUP
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Drafted, reviewed and negotiated contracts and other legal documents to support client needs.
- Monitored pre-signature, signature, and post-signature procedures of various content agreements
- Analyzed various content agreements to identify legal risks and respond to business questions
- Negotiated license agreements with local and international studios and independent distributors
- Provided company executives and internal departments with necessary information on legal rights and responsibilities.
Legal Counsel
DISCOVERY CHANNEL
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Drafted and negotiated license agreements, lease agreements, and digital marketing agreements for domestic and international clients
- Monitored legal procedures at the Radio and Television Supervisory Board (“RTUK”) and other administrative authorities
- Provided sector-specific regulatory advice and risk assessment on legal compliance issues
- Corporate housekeeping
- Provided legal advice on day-to-day business operations.
Associate Attorney
MU LAW FIRM
12.2018 - 04.2022
- Participated in a SIAC Arbitration case by representing an international electricity company against a Turkish electricity distribution company; conducted legal due diligence on documentation and evidential materials composing petitions and legal expert reports; and attended arbitration hearings
- Advised both local and multinational clients on general legal corporate matters, and prepared legal documents in the terms of Turkish Commercial Code
- Prepared various legal documents, such as contracts, legal memorandums, and petitions, related to diverse legal areas such as energy law, construction, real estate law, general corporate, entertainment law, labor law, and data protection law
- Skilled in agreement review and amendment processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Represented clients in various hearings at civil and criminal courts.
Legal Intern
TURUNC LAW FIRM
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided valuable support to attorneys by assisting in legal research, drafting documents, and preparing for client meetings
- Advised International Container Terminal Services, Inc
- On its acquisition of 65% of the shares of Evyapport; and drafted legal due diligence report on the permits and licenses for Turkish ports
- Assisted international and local clients in various corporate matters by preparing memorandums and informative notes based on Turkish Commercial Code issues
- Prepared a variety of legal documents, such as petitions and motions for matters involving consumer law, an managed courthouse procedures.
Summer Intern
BI LAW FIRM
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Conducted legal research; attended presentations regarding life sciences and healthcare law; and concluded legal actions before the notary public.
Summer Intern
ICTEM LAW FIRM
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Translated legal opinions; researched and prepared reports in relation to the Turkish Consumer Protection Law No. 6502.
Summer Intern
YARSUVAT LAW FIRM
09.2015 - 10.2015
- Conducted legal research on labor law and criminal law and carried out various legal transactions before the notary public.
Education
Master of Laws (LL.M) - General LLM
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Washington, DC05.2024
Master of Laws (LL.M) - Business Law
ISTANBUL BILGI UNIVERSITY
Istanbul, Turkey01.2023
Bachelor of Law (LL.B) - Law
ISTANBUL BILGI UNIVERSITY
Istanbul, Turkey07.2017
Skills
- Negotiation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Legal Compliance
- Corporate and Business Legal Issues
Affiliations
- Istanbul Bar Association
- The European Law Students' Association | Vice President for Marketing | September 2016 – September 2017
Languages
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
Citizenship
Dual Citizen of US and Turkey
Timeline
Attorney
BEIN MEDIA GROUP
04.2022 - 12.2022
Legal Counsel
DISCOVERY CHANNEL
08.2020 - 04.2022
Associate Attorney
MU LAW FIRM
12.2018 - 04.2022
Legal Intern
TURUNC LAW FIRM
09.2017 - 09.2018
Summer Intern
BI LAW FIRM
08.2016 - 09.2016
Summer Intern
ICTEM LAW FIRM
06.2016 - 07.2016
Summer Intern
YARSUVAT LAW FIRM
09.2015 - 10.2015
Master of Laws (LL.M) - General LLM
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Master of Laws (LL.M) - Business Law
ISTANBUL BILGI UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Law (LL.B) - Law
ISTANBUL BILGI UNIVERSITY
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