Gulcin Karakas

Background

About Gulcin Karakas

I am a Juris Doctor Candidate at Hofstra University, blending legal prowess with a passion for impactful contributions. Armed with an Academic Merit Scholarship, I hold certifications in Advanced, Essential, and Foundation of Effective Legal Research, demonstrating my expertise with tools like Westlaw. As a Law Clerk, I specialized in creating legal documents and utilizing tools like Westlaw and Lexis Nexis. I applied creative thinking to analyze expert scans in a defective highway case and handled personal injury cases, including slips and car accidents. I assisted plaintiffs in legal matters. I became adept at legal research and managing court procedures, from filing motions to ensuring proper documentation. In addition to my legal roles, I assumed the role of Administrative Assistant at Houlihan Lokey. Here, I managed office schedules, oversaw financial matters, and orchestrated offsite events, showcasing adaptability beyond the legal sphere. During my Summer Legal Internship at the Office of Steven S. Siegel, I honed my research skills in areas such as housing discrimination and divorce. I attended client meetings, gaining insights into legal proceedings. In the realm of mass tort and class action litigation, I focused on gathering client medical records, emphasizing detailed research and organization for legal pleadings. These experiences underscore my skills in legal research, document creation, and adaptability to various roles. Beyond borders, I interned at the Permanent Mission of Turkey to the United Nations. My diplomatic foray involved attending UN Security Council meetings, contributing to event planning, and bridging language gaps by translating Turkish documents to English. Ready to contribute, innovate, and make a meaningful impact in the legal landscape.