Betül Arslan Aydın

Betül Arslan Aydın
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Betül Arslan Aydın

Partner, Attorney at Law

Ankara, Turkey
+90 533 696 64 99
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Att. Betül Arslan Aydın is a French–Turkish dual national Legal Consultant with a solid academic background and extensive cross-border legal experience. She completed her legal education in France, earning both an LL.B. and Master’s degrees in Commercial and International Trade Law from the University of Burgundy, with a specialization in international trade law. Following postgraduate studies, she relocated to Turkey, where she successfully completed the law equivalency program at Ankara University and qualified as a lawyer.

Her professional practice in Turkey focuses on advising international clients on Turkish law, particularly in matters with cross-border dimensions. Drawing on her European civil law education and practical experience in Turkey, she provides a unique combination of comparative legal insight and pragmatic problem-solving.

Key Areas of Expertise:

  • International arbitration, commercial and corporate law, and dispute resolution
  • Administrative, labor, and family law matters
  • Drafting and negotiating contracts, preparing business plans, and conducting due diligence for domestic and foreign clients
  • Advising multinational corporations, consulates, and embassies on complex legal issues, including compliance and nationality law
  • Proven track record in high-value arbitration proceedings and cross-border consultancy

Achievements and Experiences: 

  • Successfully represented a leading Turkish energy company in ICC arbitration proceedings in Zurich, resulting in a favorable award and saving the client USD 13.5 million.
  • Actively involved in ad hoc arbitration on unfair competition
  • Advised the Chinese Consulate in Istanbul and the Austrian Embassy on complex legal matters, including nationality law and compliance.
  • Drafted and negotiated commercial contracts for multinational corporations and supported business plan preparation for a Chinese automotive spare parts company entering the Turkish market.
Education:
2016 -2018, Law Equivalency Completion (LL.B and Master’s Degrees). Ankara University, Faculty of Law, Turkey2014 -2015, Master 2 in International Trade Law, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France2013 -2014, Master 1 in Commercial Law, University of Burgundy, Dijon, France
Languages:
EnglishFrenchTurkish

Industries

Industry & Trade

Construction & Infrastructure

Practice areas

Real Estate

Commercial Contracts

Experience

Arbitration & Dispute Resolution:

  • Represented two Turkish energy companies in ICC arbitration proceedings seated in Zurich against European suppliers regarding the construction of geothermal power plants. Achieved a significant success in one case, saving the client USD 13.5 million.
  • Acted for a Russian company in an ad hoc arbitration arising under maritime law in relation to an agency agreement with a Turkish carrier.
  • Drafted pleadings and coordinated filings in ICC and ad hoc arbitration, ensuring strict compliance with procedural rules.
  • Represented clients in commercial disputes relating to real estate and construction projects.

Corporate & Commercial Law:

  • Drafted and negotiated commercial contracts for multinational corporations in the energy, automotive, and trade sectors.
  • Conducted due diligence for corporate transactions and investment projects.
  • Prepared a market entry business plan for a Chinese automotive spare parts company expanding into Turkey.
  • Provided ongoing consultancy on corporate governance, compliance, and contract law to domestic and international companies, including two food sector businesses.

Consular & Embassy Advisory:

  • Counsel to the Chinese Consulate in Istanbul on compliance and commercial law issues.
  • Advised the Austrian Embassy on nationality law and administrative procedures.
  • Family Law
    Represented individual clients in divorce proceedings, including asset division and custody disputes.
  • Drafted and negotiated settlement agreements to achieve efficient dispute resolution.

Labor & Employment Law:

  • Advised companies on employment contracts, workplace compliance, and labor disputes.
  • Represented employers in wrongful termination and severance claims before Turkish labor courts.

Citizenship & Nationality Law:

  • Advised clients on Turkish citizenship through marriage and birth.
  • Assisted individuals of Turkish origin with Blue Card applications and reacquisition of Turkish citizenship.

Enforcement & Execution Law:

  • Managed the Enforcement Law Department, overseeing strategy, team coordination, and workflow.
  • Supervised execution proceedings involving debt collection, foreclosure, and enforcement of judgments.
  • Represented clients in disputes relating to enforcement proceedings.

Economic Crimes:

  • Conducted investigations and litigation in cases involving fraud, usury, tax evasion, and money laundering.
  • Specialized in matters concerning embezzlement of state funds and fraudulent use of public subsidies.

Publications & Business Development:

  • Authored articles for the British Chamber of Commerce in Turkey on Kanal Istanbul and PPP projects.
  • Participated in business development initiatives with Turkish and international companies to strengthen cooperation.

Leadership & Associations:

  • Partner, Beta Law Firm (2025–present): Lead arbitration and commercial law practice; supervise legal teams; manage client relationships.
  • Consultant, Beta Law Firm (2022–2025): Focused on arbitration, commercial disputes, and real estate matters.
  • Manager, Aydın Law Firm (2022–2025): Oversaw firm operations and supervised junior lawyers in corporate, commercial, and family law.
  • Lawyer, Sarıibrahimoğlu Law Office (2018–2022).
  • Vice President, Master 2 Law Students’ Union (2014–2015).
  • Vice President, FISCUS (2013–2014): Organized networking events and secured institutional sponsorships.
  • Volunteer, Forum INITIATIV’EMPLOIS-STAGES, University of Burgundy (2014).

Licenses:

  • Attorney at Law, Ankara Bar Association (License No. 36275).

Additional Qualifications:

  • Certificate – Supporting Effective Implementation of Turkish Constitutional Court Judgments in Fundamental Rights (EU & Council of Europe Project, 2025).
  • C2i Certificate (IT and Office Software Proficiency), University of Burgundy (2013).

Social Responsibility:

  • Provided pro bono and reduced-fee legal services in family and labor disputes for financially disadvantaged individuals.
  • Assisted applicants in accessing Bar Association legal aid services.
  • Mentored law students and hosted internships to support professional development.
  • Organized student initiatives to enhance access to internships and professional opportunities.