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Mar 27, 26

SUBMIT NEWS

Mar 27, 26

SUBMIT NEWS

Denizhan Uslu Becomes General Counsel at Zurich Insurance Turkiye

Denizhan Uslu has been appointed General Counsel at Zurich Insurance Turkiye.

Uslu joined from White & Case-affiliated GKC Partners, where he was an Associate between 2024 and 2025. Before that, he worked at Dentons’ Turkish affiliate Balcioglu Selcuk Ardiyok Keki Avukatlık Ortakligi as a Legal Intern between 2016 and 2017 and as an Associate between 2017 and 2024.

“After building my career in international law firms with a focus on M&A, transitioning to an in-house role marks an exciting and meaningful new chapter for me,” commented Uslu. “I am truly honoured to take on this opportunity and deeply grateful for the experiences and mentors that have shaped my journey so far. I now look forward to contributing to a global brand with a strong legacy and I am excited to support Zurich Insurance Group’s purpose to “Create a Brighter Future Together.””

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