Maritime & International Trade Avukat
Position Overview
Job Description
Maritime & International Trade Avukat — Cukur & Partners, Izmir
Cukur & Partners is seeking a Maritime & International Trade Avukat for its Alsancak office in Izmir. The role focuses on shipping disputes, international trade transactions, and customs law matters arising from Turkey's Aegean commercial corridor and the Aliaga port complex.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle maritime disputes including cargo claims, charter party disputes, and ship arrest proceedings under Turkish Commercial Code Book 5 (Maritime Commerce)
- Advise exporters and importers on international sale contracts, letters of credit, and Incoterms
- Represent clients in customs disputes before the Izmir Customs Directorate and administrative courts
- Handle insurance claims and marine insurance litigation
- Advise on Aegean Free Zone operations, bonded warehouse regulations, and free trade zone incentives
- Support enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards relating to international trade
Responsibilities
Maritime & International Trade Avukat — Cukur & Partners, Izmir
Cukur & Partners is seeking a Maritime & International Trade Avukat for its Alsancak office in Izmir. The role focuses on shipping disputes, international trade transactions, and customs law matters arising from Turkey's Aegean commercial corridor and the Aliaga port complex.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle maritime disputes including cargo claims, charter party disputes, and ship arrest proceedings under Turkish Commercial Code Book 5 (Maritime Commerce)
- Advise exporters and importers on international sale contracts, letters of credit, and Incoterms
- Represent clients in customs disputes before the Izmir Customs Directorate and administrative courts
- Handle insurance claims and marine insurance litigation
- Advise on Aegean Free Zone operations, bonded warehouse regulations, and free trade zone incentives
- Support enforcement of foreign judgments and arbitral awards relating to international trade
Requirements
- Active avukat license registered with the Izmir Bar Association (Izmir Barosu)
- 3-6 years of commercial law experience; maritime, trade, or customs law specialization preferred
- Knowledge of Turkish Commercial Code maritime provisions, Customs Law No. 4458, and international trade regulations
- Experience with international commercial contracts and dispute resolution
- LLB from a recognized Turkish university (Dokuz Eylul University, Ege University, or equivalent)
- Fluent Turkish and English; Greek language skills are a plus for cross-Aegean trade matters
Perks & Benefits
Compensation
₺40,000 - ₺65,000/year
Practice Area
International Law
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Cukur & Partners Hiring Team
Application Deadline
June 18, 2026
Employment Type
Full time