Member Profile

Duygu Dogan Sahiner is a distinguished Partner at Kılınç Law & Consulting, a Turkish based law firm, overseeing the firm’s Dispute Resolution and Maritime . Her expertise spans a wide spectrum of legal domains, with a primary focus on maritime law, dispute resolution, and strategic planning in civil and penalty cases throughout her career.

She holds a Bachelor of Laws from Koc University and a Master of Laws from Queen Mary University, specializing in navigating complex commercial contracts, overseeing litigation and trial processes, and delving into various aspects of Maritime Law.

With a notable tenure at Kilinc Law, Duygu has led numerous high-profile cases and transactions, showcasing her adeptness in handling multifaceted fraud and white-collar crime scenarios:

• Corporate Fraud: Spearheaded successful resolutions in cases involving financial misconduct by senior executives, resulting in compensations exceeding $5 million for affected stakeholders.



• Financial Fraud and Securities Violations: Secured an $8 million settlement for a client accused of misleading investors in a stock offering.



• Cybercrime and Technology: Mitigated damages from a data breach, achieving settlements totalling $3.5 million with affected parties.



• Asset Recovery and Money Laundering: Facilitated a $10 million deal, repatriating unlawfully acquired assets for the client.



• Ship Finance Fraud: Orchestrated a $16 million settlement resolving disputes in maritime financing.

Kılınç Law & Consulting, under Duygu's guidance, has swiftly evolved into a premier practice serving a diverse clientele. Expanding its reach, the firm has established offices in İzmir, London, and solidified strategic cooperation agreements with prestigious law firms in Qatar, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia.

Duygu's expertise and contributions have been recognized by Legal 500 EMEA 2023 in Real Estate, alongside Kılınç Law & Consulting's acknowledgment as a Leading Firm.