- LLM, University of Geneva Graduate Institute (2011)
- University of Lausanne Centre for Compared European Studies (1996)
- University of Marmara Law School
- English
- French
- Turkish
Arbitrator and Counsel in International Dispute Resolution Mehtap has extensive experience acting as both arbitrator and counsel in international dispute resolution, particularly in the fields of international investment law, trade, and shipping. She is known for her ability to navigate complex legal landscapes and achieve favorable outcomes for her clients.
Legal Counsel and Business Development Consultant She serves as a legal counsel for companies, offering guidance on blockchain technology-based applications, waste-to-energy solutions, and other innovative industries. Mehtap has been instrumental in negotiating and drafting international contracts across various sectors, ensuring robust legal frameworks for business operations.
Board Member and Advisor As a board member and advisor for several Swiss and English tech companies, Mehtap provides strategic legal advice on regulatory compliance, investment, and trade law. She has a particular interest in the study of new regulations in artificial intelligence and has contributed significantly to the development of legal standards in this area.
Current Activities:
– Legal advisor for investors and states in investment arbitration disputes.
– Conducting due diligence and providing legal advice for utility tokens and securities in the UK and Switzerland.
– General counsel for blockchain technology companies in Ireland and Switzerland since 2017.
– General counsel for a waste-to-energy company, Starfort Technologies LLP in the UK.
– IP protection services, including trademark registration from WIPO for various companies.
Past Roles:
– Legal advisor for private and state entities , handling international contracts and investment activities.
– Business development and marketing manager for Darest Informatics in Geneva, managing international IT services contracts.
– Legal advisor in the energy sector, specializing in FIDIC contracts for dam and power plant projects.
– Corporate banking junior account officer, assisting with trading clients and credit operations.
Publications:
“Arbitral Institutions Under Scrutiny” ASA Special Series No. 40, 2013, Juris Publishing Inc.
Community Involvement:
– Elected council member in Commune de Belmont, serving on the naturalization commission and communal council.
– Coaching students for the Moot Court competition in Vienna, representing the University of Marmara Faculty of Law.
Mehtap Hirt Tari is dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services, leveraging her extensive experience and deep understanding of international law to support her clients’ diverse needs. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to navigate complex legal challenges make her a highly sought-after legal professional in the international arena.