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Calik Holding

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 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in Law,
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 3+ years of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles,
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 Strong understanding of national and international compliance standards,
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 Excellent communication and analytical skills,
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 Fluency in English; additional languages are plus.
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Having interest and experience in regulatory and compliance matters,
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 Possessing knowledge in analyzing and assessing compliance risks or sanctions,
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 Conducting comprehensive work on the Compliance Program and preparing related procedures and policy documents,
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 Providing training and awareness sessions to employees on ethics and compliance topics,
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 Managing and monitoring the process of the Personal Data Protection Law, including handling VERBIS registrations and reporting,
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 Working on ethical principles, ethics hotline, and compliance policy documents,
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 Tracking legislative changes and informing companies accordingly,
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 Supporting departments in preparing internal documents such as contracts, procedures, and policy texts,
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 Responding to Due Diligence (DD) questionnaires and preparing company documentation.
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Compliance Lawyer

Barlas Law Firm

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 Company Description
 
 
 
 Barlas Law Firm is located in Maslak, the business and financial center of Istanbul, at A&Gbreve;AO&Gbreve;LU1453. We provide legal services to both local and international individuals and institutions. Our client satisfaction stems from our result-oriented approach and dedication to delivering successful outcomes. Although we offer a full range of legal services, our specialized lawyers excel in Real Estate Law, Corporate &amp; Commercial Law, Law of Contracts, and etc. Our team, driven by perfection and consistency, delivers services in both Turkish and English.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Lawyer located in Istanbul, T&uuml;rkiye. The Senior Lawyer will be responsible for providing expert legal advice, representing clients in court, conducting thorough legal research, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and negotiating settlements. This role involves working closely with clients to understand and address their legal needs while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, the Senior Lawyer will mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the firm's development and growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 Senior Lawyer will be expected to be superior to other lawyers and legal interns in the office and organize and supervise their work.
 
 
 
 
 
 The seniority of the position is expected to be at least 5 years.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
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 Extensive experience in Real Estate Law, Corporate &amp; Commercial Law, Law of Contracts.
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 Extensive experience in both corporate and litigation.
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 Proficiency in legal research, legal writing, and document drafting.
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 Strong courtroom advocacy and negotiation skills.
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Turkish and English.
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 Ability to lead and mentor junior lawyers while working effectively in a team environment.
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 Law degree, and admission to the Turkish Bar Association.
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 Proven track record of successful case outcomes and client satisfaction.
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Senior Lawyer

Gizli

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 We are looking for an experienced Senior Lawyer with expertise in the mining sector to provide strategic legal counsel and support across various aspects of our business operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mining law, strong litigation experiences with a focus on regulatory compliance, contract negotiation, and corporate governance. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to make a significant impact within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Provide expert legal advice and support on mining-related matters, including compliance, permitting, and licensing requirements.
 
 
 We want you to prepare joint venture agreements, take part in litigation processes and arrange supply contracts.
 
 
 Conduct legal research and analysis to stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory developments, and emerging issues affecting the mining sector.
 
 
 Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders, including project managers, engineers, and executives, to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks.
 
 
 Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies, procedures, and best practices to promote legal compliance and risk management.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Turkish law degree (LL.B) from a leading university with a strong academic record
 
 
 Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing law.
 
 
 Minimum 2 years of litigation experience.
 
 
 Experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts and agreements.
 
 
 Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
 
 
 Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
 
 
 Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
 
 
 Commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal ethics and integrity
 
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Lawyer

Esenyel | Partners

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 About Our Office:
 
 
 
 
 
 ESENYEL &amp; PARTNERS is Turkey's expanding law firm based in Istanbul with correspondent lawyers/offices around the world and across the country in cities such as Izmir, Canakkale, Kocaeli, Samsun, Trabzon, Mersin, Iskenderun and Ankara.
 
 
 
 
 
 We owe our continued growth to the fast, practical and quality service we provide to our Clients. Our highly trained lawyers take a hands-on approach to the practice of law and provide both legal and technical assistance in favour of our dedication to understanding the specific sectors of the clients represented.
 
 
 
 
 
 As Esenyel Partners Law Firm, we are looking for a &lsquo;
 
 Corporate Lawyer
 
 &rsquo; with solid transactional experience to join a new and dynamic team working closely.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law, preferably a master&rsquo;s degree (graduated) in Law.
 
 
 &bull; Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate law, focusing on transactions, commercial contracts, corporate governance, and data privacy regulations.
 
 
 &bull; Experienced in working in a crowded and busy law office.
 
 
 &bull; Deep knowledge of securities regulations, corporate governance principles, and commercial law, with added expertise in KVKK (Personal Data Protection Law in Turkey) and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
 
 
 &bull; Proven ability to handle data privacy compliance projects, including drafting data protection agreements, conducting impact assessments, and advising on regulatory requirements.
 
 
 &bull; Exceptional communication skills, capable of explaining complex legal concepts in an accessible and professional manner.
 
 
 &bull; Proactive and strategic mindset, with the ability to foresee potential legal issues and provide practical solutions.
 
 
 &bull; Strong leadership and project management skills, adept at managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.
 
 
 &bull; Fluency in spoken and written Turkish and English; additional language skills are advantageous.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Drafting, negotiating, and executing a wide range of commercial contracts, including those involving data privacy considerations.
 
 
 &bull; Providing legal advice on corporate law, commercial law, and data privacy regulations (KVKK &amp; GDPR).
 
 
 &bull; Conducting due diligence in corporate projects, with a focus on ensuring compliance with data privacy laws.
 
 
 &bull; Staying updated on new legislation, particularly related to corporate law and data privacy, and advising on draft laws.
 
 
 &bull; Conducting legal research on both corporate and data protection matters.
 
 
 &bull; Monitoring and implementing compliance frameworks for KVKK and GDPR, including policies and training.
 
 
 &bull; Assisting senior lawyers and team leaders in complex legal matters.
 
 
 &bull; Handling day-today corporate affairs, such as organizing general assembly meetings and ensuring corporate governance compliance.
 
 
 &bull; Collaborating with cross functional teams to provide insights on legal risks related to commercial and privacy matters.
 
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Corporate Lawyer

DEVA Holding A.Ş.

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 DEVA has been operating since 1958 and is one of the pioneering pharmaceutical companies in Turkey. DEVA, having R&amp;D in focus, manufactures with international quality standards and currently exports products to other countries worldwide.
 
 
 
 
 
 DEVA is seeking for a
 
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 Law degree from a reputable university,
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 Admission to practice law in T&uuml;rkiye and/or another relevant jurisdiction,
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 Preferably holding certification as a patent and/or trademark attorney,
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 Preferably minimum 2 years of experience in intellectual property law, both trademark and patent,
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 Strong command of written and spoken English; additional languages are a plus,
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 Preferably, familiarity with EPO, USPTO, WIPO, EUIPO, and national IP offices,
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 Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills,
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 Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment,
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 JOB DESCRIPTION
 
 
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 Prepare, file, and manage national and international trademark applications and other IP related applications
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 Monitor and track trademark portfolios, ensuring timely renewals and strategic alignment
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 Draft pleadings related to litigations and attend hearings related to trademark and patent disputes before the Turkish courts
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 Review, draft, and negotiate contracts related to IP rights, including licensing, co-existence, and confidentiality agreements
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 Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel to ensure compliance and risk mitigation
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 Provide legal support on IP-related matters across departments, including enforcement and litigation
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 To coordinate and manage communications and workflows between the company and external trademark/patent attorneys and lawyers, both domestically and internationally
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 To generate structured and trackable reports related to trademark filings and registrations
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 To take part in international agreement negotiations, conduct and monitor discussions, and bring matters to resolution
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 Bir &ccedil;al&inodot;&scedil;an aday&inodot; olarak, sizinle aram&inodot;zdaki t&uuml;m ileti&scedil;imde bilgilerinizi 6698 say&inodot;l&inodot; Ki&scedil;isel Verilerin Korunmas&inodot; Kanunu&rsquo;na, yasal mevzuata ve Ki&scedil;isel Verileri Koruma Kurumu kararlar&inodot;na uygun olarak i&scedil;liyoruz. Detayl&inodot; bilgiye ve ayd&inodot;nlatma metnimize link &uuml;zerinden ula&scedil;abilirsiniz. https://www.deva.com.tr/tr/kvkk
 
 
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Lawyer (Patent)

Novo Nordisk

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 Are you a qualified lawyer with experience and passion? Are you ready to make the next step in your professional development in a global expanding company? Then your opportunity is here. We are looking for Legal, Ethics and Compliance Manager. This role is based in Istanbul, Turkiye, and directly reports to Legal, Ethics, Compliance and Quality Senior Director.
 
 
 
 Your New Position
 
 
 
 As Legal, Ethics and Compliance Manager, you will provide legal and compliance support to the Turkish Affiliate. You will manage exiting legal and compliance issues of high priority and impact on Novo Nordisk and handle legal and compliance matters arising from the business activities, including in areas such as engaging with health care professionals, corporate governance, contract management, data privacy.
 
 
 You will independently:
 
 
 
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 Provide fast, effective, high quality and business-oriented legal and compliance advice for all required matters but not limited with key projects, litigation matters, disputes, and arbitrations, ensuring effective management, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and documents, as needed.
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 Carry out and continually assess the effective implementation of the Global and International Operations (IO) Legal strategy, identifying legal trends and other developments in the legal environment and sharing them with the Legal, Ethic, Compliance and Quality Senior Director and relevant departments.
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 Develop and deliver innovative training to ensure employees are well trained, interact with the local Novo Nordisk leaders, as well as global and regional legal and compliance functions, and serve as a point-of-contact with outside counsel regarding evaluation and development of mitigating strategies.
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 Maintain and update data mapping, risk assessment, and compliance documentation for local organization. Advise organization on issues related to data protection requirements implementation in a Novo Nordisk context, sparring with local legal as needed and also ensuring that any local requirements are implemented and adapted in global templates to be used locally
 
 
 
 
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 Your New Department:
 
 
 
 You will join a dynamic and fast-paced team based in &Idot;stanbul, where no days are the same. Our department is dedicated to ensuring that Novo Nordisk operates within the internal and external legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks. We are patient centered in how we advise and we look for solutions. We are a team of highly skilled professionals who likes to work collaboratively and integrated with the business, to provide the best possible business partnering. Our goal is to enable the business to make a difference for patients, while protecting and leveraging the organisation&rsquo;s key assets, legal and business interests, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, laws, and standards.
 
 
 
 Your Skills &amp; Qualifications
 
 
 
 You have a minimum bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law from high-ranked law school. You are a member of the applicable legal bar/law society with 5+ years of legal/compliance experience and have excellent command over both written and spoken English and Turkish. Having a LL.M. degree or equivalent or pharmaceuticals regulation, business transactions in the industry and Business Ethics and Compliance in pharmaceutical or medical device experiences will be a plus. Further sought-after skills are;
 
 
 
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 You have experience with Business Ethics and Compliance in pharmaceutical or medical device industry (including codes of conduct, FCPA and UK Anti-bribery Act)
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 You are a strong legal acumen
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 You have a clear drive to learn and affinity for navigating the complex environment governing multinational pharmaceutical business
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 You have excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
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 You have cultural awareness, international mind-set with a desire and ability to work in a global environment
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 You have an on-the-job experience in tier-one law firm or corporate environment.
 
 
 
 
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 Working at Novo Nordisk
 
 
 
 At Novo Nordisk, we don&rsquo;t wait for change. We drive it. We&rsquo;re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales &ndash; we&rsquo;re all working to move the needle on patient care.
 
 
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.
 
 
 
 Deadline
 
 
 
 Apply before 7 November 2025. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis
 
 
 Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.
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Legal, Ethics and Compliance Manager

Beymen Group

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 Beymen, one of the significant performers of Turkey and the world luxury fashion scene, and Turkey's leading brands Network and Divarese, joined the investment fund of Mayhoola as Beymen Group in 2019. As a continuance of Mayhoola's investments since 2015, this move is the biggest foreign investment ever made in the Turkish luxury retail and fashion industry. In addition to Beymen Group, the Mayhoola&rsquo;s mutual fund portfolio includes world-leading brands such as Valentino, Balmain and Pal Zileri.
 
 
 
 
 
 Following the motto of moving towards the future by renewing itself every day and keeping the spirit of the time, Beymen Group invites you to the inspiring world of fashion by presenting more than 900 brands all together in Beymen stores, boutiques of world-famous brands, Beymen Club, Network and Divarese stores, e-commerce and mobile applications
 
 
 
 
 
 Beymen Group, which makes a difference in society with its principles, values and social responsibility understanding, is looking for
 
 Legal Counsel
 
 for our family, who are creative, passionate, courageous, constantly learning and adopting customer satisfaction as a principle!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law,
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 Minimum 10 years of experience as a corporate lawyer in large-scale companies,
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 Experience in the retail sector is preferred,
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 Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts,
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 Experienced in corporate governance processes,
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 Strong background in lease agreements, leasing law practices, and e-commerce law,
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 Excellent command of written and spoken English,
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 Proficient in MS Office applications,
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 Strong verbal and written communication skills,
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 A good team player with strong time management and problem-solving skills.
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 JOB DESCRIPTION
 
 
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 Managing and overseeing all legal activities of the company,
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 Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts in Turkish and English,
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 Conducting legal risk analyses for company contracts and projects,
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 Providing legal support for lease agreements and e-commerce operations,
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 Monitoring relevant laws, regulations, and amendments; analyzing potential impacts and informing internal stakeholders,
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 Developing practical and creative legal solutions for business needs,
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 Keeping up to date with legal practices related to the retail industry,
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 Preparing responses to official correspondences,
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 Providing legal consultancy to company departments and group companies,
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 Collaborating with business units to support the implementation of new projects,
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 Reporting to the Legal Director on assigned responsibilities and ongoing matters,
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 Coordinating with external law firms and managing relations with public authorities and institutions.
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