Zeynep Sener

Balancer
DISC Type : S

Partner at Liner Law

Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye

Overview

Zeynep Sener is the co-founder and Partner at Liner Law, an international M&A lawyer with experience since 2012. A graduate of Harvard Law School and a member of the Massachusetts bar, she specializes in advising international and Turkish clients on cross-border investments, particularly in sectors like e-commerce, tech, and energy.

Her interests extend to policy and advocacy, having served as the president of the Harvard European Law Association and participating in the Advocates for Human Rights program during her studies. She is a vocal supporter of women in the legal profession, noting the gender balance in Turkeys corporate law firms.

Unique Fact: Zeynep is a dually-qualified lawyer, admitted to practice in both Turkey and the United States (Massachusetts bar).

Personality Overview

Slow To Decisions

Process-Oriented

Risk-Averse

They are willing to make long-term decisions.  They like following the process even if it takes time to reach any conclusion. They are courteous and respectful but practical.

Topics They Care About

Cross-Border Investment
Regularly advises on and publishes expert commentary about protecting foreign investments in Turkey, focusing on shareholders' agreements and M&A deals.
E-commerce Regulation
Co-authored a recent, detailed overview of Turkey's Amended E-Commerce Law for Chambers and Partners, highlighting her expertise in this evolving sector.
Technology & Law
She has advised on the Turkish crypto market, was involved with Harvard's Berkman Center for Internet & Society, and frequently works with tech and e-commerce clients.

Media Appearances

Zeynep has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2021
Partner at Liner Law
1-2017 - 3-2021
Partner at Pekin & Pekin Law Firm Turkey
Senior Associate at Pekin & Pekin Law Firm Turkey

Education

2008 - 2011
Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Harvard Law School
2004 - 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Barnard College

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Exp : 8 Location : Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye Job Level : N/A Designation : Partner at Liner Law
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Insights For Selling To Zeynep

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Unless they are the decision maker, bring other stakeholders into the process early
  • Share information about the process and how it would address all concerns
  • Encourage them to invite other key stakeholders for discussions

DONT's

  • Skip mentioning details that are confusing
  • Ensure that you don’t seem disinterested when speaking to them
  • Do not sound very transactional, make extra effort to be genuinely interested

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Zeynep is

  • For them, low risk, acceptance by others and strong collaterals are most important.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Zeynep

  • They never refuse directly, they push out the decisions or just go quiet.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Zeynep move?

  • They can be some of the slowest decision makers.
  • Can Zeynep take some risk or not?

  • They have no risk-appetite and prefer to take safe decisions.

You And Zeynep

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