Summary
Education
Work History
Summer/Winter Schools
Volunteering
Moot Court Competitions
Skills
Languages
Publications
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Khadija Imranova

Baku,Azerbaijan

Summary

Enthusiastic about the intersection of law and technology. Possesses significant experience at SME LAW Firm, with a focus on technology law. Holds an LLM in LegalTech with top achievements. Research interests are legal and ethical implications of artificial intelligence, robotics and IoT.

Education

LLM - LegalTech

Mykolas Romeris University
Vilnius, Lithuania
09.2022 - 06.2023

LLB - Law

Baku State University
Baku, Azerbaijan
09.2017 - 06.2021

Secondary/High School -

School No.220 Named After A.Mahmudov
Baku, Azerbaijan
09.2006 - 06.2017

Work History

Associate

SME LAW Firm
Baku, Azerbaijan
03.2023 - Current
  • Conducting extensive legal research on topics such as data protection, software, platforms, e-commerce, public health, telemedicine, fintech regulations, electronic money, payment services, and intellectual property laws, and providing informed legal advice to clients based on this research.
  • Drafting and reviewing various legal documents including data processing agreements, information security policies, software license and development agreements, IP rights transfer agreements, software maintenance and technical service contracts, payment services agreements, terms of use, privacy policies, investment contracts, lease terms, sale and purchase agreements, among others.
  • Ensuring stringent adherence to AML/CFT regulations for all client operations.
  • Managing administrative tasks like billing and client relations for smooth service. Maintaining organized legal records for easy access and reference. Supervising tasks of juniors and legal assistants, ensuring task division among them.

Litigation Assistant

BM Morrison Partners Litigation Office
Baku, Azerbaijan
09.2021 - Current
  • Drafting motions, petitions, complaints, lawsuits, appeals, and cassation appeals.
  • Performing attorney requests and ensuring timely dispatch.
  • Managing attorneys' internal documentation, updating attorneys on case progress, playing active role in document preparation, and organizing and archiving case files.
  • Ensuring prompt and precise completion of daily tasks assigned by attorneys.

Junior Associate

SME LAW Firm
Baku, Azerbaijan
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Drafting and reviewing diverse legal documents such as power of attorneys, agreements, privacy policies, and NDAs for compliance with local and international standards.
  • Conducting comprehensive legal research on variety of topics including data protection, software, platforms, e-commerce, public health, telemedicine, fintech regulations, electronic money, payment services, intellectual property, and tax laws and regulations. Providing professional legal advice to clients based on results of research.
  • Managing administrative tasks like billing and client relations for smooth service. Maintaining organized legal records for easy access and reference.
  • Assisting clients with full process of company registration, ensuring all statutory and regulatory requirements are met. This includes preparing necessary paperwork, liaising with regulatory authorities, and handling any associated documentation.
  • Assisting clients with trademark registration, preparing requisite documentation, and liaising with trademark authorities. Offering advisory services to clients on various aspects of intellectual property, from initial registration to protection against infringements.
  • Proficiently translating legal documents from one language to another while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity of content.

Legal Assistant

SME LAW Firm
Baku, Azerbaijan
09.2020 - 09.2021
  • Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and relevance, assisted in proofreading to uphold firm's standards, and drafted instruments such as power of attorneys, court claims, and simple agreements in line with client needs and legal norms.
  • Translated legal documents, ensuring retention of original meaning and meeting firm's quality standards.
  • Created presentations for webinars and seminars with coherent, visually appealing content tailored for target audience.
  • Conducted initial research for client requests, aiding associates in strategy development. Acquainted myself with laws such as data protection, public health, telemedicine, fintech, intellectual property, and tax, ensuring up-to-date and authoritative firm advice.
  • Handled administrative duties, including issuing client bills. Assisted in office maintenance and resource organization to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Guided businesses through company registration and helped clients with trademark registration to protect their intellectual assets.

Legal Intern

SME LAW Firm
Baku, Azerbaijan
01.2020 - 09.2020
  • Reviewed and proofread various legal documents for accuracy, completeness, and firm compliance, ensuring error-free submissions to clients and courts.
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents like powers of attorney, court claims, and appeals, ensuring compliance with legal standards and integrating feedback for refinement.
  • Assisted in translating legal documents, working with attorneys to maintain integrity of original content in both languages.
  • Crafted presentations for firm's webinars and seminars, collaborating with senior associates to ensure content was engaging and met set objectives.
  • Conducted initial legal research for client inquiries using various resources, ensuring accurate support for cases.
  • Helped draft and update firm's internal policies, ensuring alignment with legal standards and best practices in collaboration with senior staff.
  • Handled essential administrative tasks, including billing clients and recording payments, and coordinated office maintenance with vendors to maintain professional workspace.

Legal Intern

Azem & Partners Law Firm
Baku, Azerbaijan
07.2019 - 10.2019
  • Reviewed and analyzed variety of legal documents, offering initial insights to associates and advocates. Gained experience with both business and court-related paperwork.
  • Gained experience drafting legal documents, including Power of Attorneys, court claims, and appeal documents for various legal scenarios.
  • Conducted legal research using online and traditional sources, supported attorneys with case-relevant information, and conveyed key legal insights to aid firm strategy.
  • Helped translate legal documents while preserving their intent and aided in overcoming language barriers between clients and attorneys.
  • Assisted in efficient company registration, working with senior attorneys to ensure compliance and promptness.
  • Collaborated with immigration advocates, deepening understanding of laws, and guided clients through documentation and migration rules.

Summer/Winter Schools

Batumi Summer School on Constitutional Law (Republic of Georgia)- 2019

  • Attended discussions and group activities focused on constitutional regimes of different countries organized by Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University.
  • Lectured by international experts on constitution law.

JESSUP Azerbaijan Summer School on International Law - 2019

  • Attended lectures on diverse international law topics both by local and international professors.
  • Participated in a court simulation.

Winter ELSA Law School (WELS) Azerbaijan on Contract Law - 2019

  • Attended lectures and seminars on fundamentals of contract law.
  • Participated in a contract negotiation simulation.

U.S. Media and Law Seminar Series held by U.S. Embassy Baku - 2018

  • Engaged in informative lectures covering the intersection of media and law in the United States, exploring key legal principles, landmark cases, and the evolving landscape of media regulations.
  • Participated in hands-on workshops designed to enhance practical skills, such as media literacy and legal research.

Volunteering

Volunteer at Championship dedicated to the 100th Anniversary of Azerbaijan Bar Association - 2019

Azerbaijan Bar Association

  • Assigned to the members of the Kazakhstan Bar Association for a one-week period.
  • Actively participated in supporting the organizing committee's tasks for overall event coordination.
  • Engaged in logistical arrangements, participant interactions.

Director for Seminars and Conferences - Sep 2018 - May 2019
European Law Students' Association Azerbaijan

  • Led the organization of two international law schools in Gabala (Contract Law) and Baku (Business Law), overseeing curriculum, venue selection, and coordination with experts, ensuring a top-notch experience for participants.
  • Worked with ELSA Finland to organize reciprocal study visits between Baku and Helsinki, emphasizing comprehensive educational experiences and fostering international ties. This demanded detailed planning, communication, and ensuring participant safety.
  • Played an active role in organizing a major International Council Meeting for 350+ ELSA members, requiring intensive planning, international coordination, logistics, and successful event execution.
  • Regularly organized a wide array of seminars and lectures covering diverse areas of law.

Moot Court Competitions

Telders International Law Moot Court Competition 44th edition - 2020-2021

  • Representing Baku State University in the 44th edition of the prestigious Telders International Law Moot Court, our respondent memorandum ranked 5th among 32 top European universities—a notable achievement for Azerbaijan's debut. Grateful for the support from our sponsor, Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company.

Telders International Law Moot Court Competition 43rd edition - 2019-2020

  • I had the honor of representing Baku State University in the 43rd Telders International Law Moot Court. Our applicant memorandum secured the 9th position among 31 leading European universities. Heartfelt thanks to our sponsor, Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping Company, for their invaluable support.

ELSA Azerbaijan Human Rights Moot Court Competition - 2018

  • Representing Baku State University in the ELSA Azerbaijan Human Rights Moot Court Competition, our team reached the finals, marking a significant achievement. I was honored with the Best Oralist certificate for my contributions.

Topchubasov Constitutional Moot Court Competition - 2017-2018

  • I had the privilege of representing Baku State University in the Topchubasov Constitutional Moot Court Competition, where our team reached the semi-finals. This marked my first moot court experience.

Skills

  • Research skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical skills
  • Law and technology
  • Computer literacy
  • Data protection

Languages

Azerbaijani
Native
English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent

Publications

  • Consent and Data Minimization in Human Robot Interactions, expected publication: Baku State University, Law Review (2024).
  • Solving the Conflict between Biometric Data Protection and Bias Mitigation Efforts within the Realm of AI: The Case of Facial Recognition Technologies, expected publication: Baku State University, Law Review (2024).

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

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