Legal Intern

2 weeks ago

Istanbul, 34, Türkiye Uzun & Keskin Attorney Partnership Tam zamanlı
At  Uzun & Keskin Attorney Partnership , we provide clear, strategic, and business-oriented legal solutions to complex legal problems. Our work sits at the intersection of  law, technology, and high-stakes commercial decision-making . We advise individuals and businesses across technology, healthcare, international commercial transactions, construction and real estate, project finance, dispute resolution, employment, and data protection. We are now looking for a  high-potential trainee lawyer  who is genuinely passionate about the legal profession and willing to grow through discipline, responsibility, and hard work. This is not a routine internship. It is a  long-term investment  in the right person. What You Will Do As a trainee, you will work  directly with partners and senior lawyers  and gradually take responsibility as your skills develop.
- Support senior lawyers in  complex legal matters  including data protection, corporate and commercial law, healthcare, construction, and project finance
- Participate in  drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements  under supervision
- Assist in  personal data protection compliance projects  and regulatory assessments
- Conduct  legal research and analysis  on Turkish and international legislation
- Monitor legal, regulatory, and policy developments and prepare concise reports
- Learn how legal advice is shaped by  business realities , not theory alone Who We Are Looking For We are not looking for perfection. We are looking for  potential, discipline, and mindset .
- Law degree from a reputable law school
- Advanced English  (written and spoken)
- Strong interest in  commercial, corporate, and technology-related legal work
- Long-term career focus in the legal profession
- High work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to learn fast
- Comfortable with  feedback, high standards, and accountability
- Able to think clearly, communicate simply, and prioritize effectively
- Detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture
- Successful HMGS Exam result We value discipline, responsibility, and intellectual rigor. This role is demanding, but the learning curve is steep.

What We Offer

- Direct mentoring by partners  and hands-on exposure to real cases
- Rapid learning in a  high-performance, growth-oriented law firm
- Early responsibility based on merit, not seniority
- Experience across multiple, interrelated fields of law
- Hybrid working model and smart casual dress code
- 14 days of annual leave within the first year
- Fully paperless office
- Opportunity to bring your own clients as you grow
- Menstrual leave (1 day per month) If you are looking for comfort, this role is not for you. If you are looking to become an  exceptional lawyer , we should talk.