SOULEIMAN HAZRATI ALIEV
Stockholm,CAS
Work Preference
Summary
International commercial lawyer and former founder-managing director with a background in cross-border trade, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution. Handles sale and supply agreements, supplier risk, customs compliance, and practical trade operations across EU and non-EU markets, including Swedish alcohol import requirements.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
International Trade Legal Counse
KROUN-MIKRO AZ. L.L.C.
01.2014 - 12.2024
- Successful review and negotiation of over 25 international commercial agreements, including sale and purchase agreements, supply and distribution contracts, NCNDs, mandate agreements, and intermediary or brokerage contracts.
- Executed end-to-end cross-border trade under ICC Incoterms, aligning risk, insurance, freight, and delivery obligations with international counterparties.
- Full financial recovery achieved in cross-border B2B supplier claims on global platforms such as Alibaba for non-conforming goods.
- Facilitated goods inspections, quality analyses, and loss valuations in collaboration with chambers of commerce for cross-border trade disputes.
- Managed logistics, customs compliance, and supply chain operations across EU and non-EU jurisdictions.
Sole Trader (Eget Företagare)
Moldovan Wine Import & Compliance
Stockholm
02.2008 - 05.2010
- Managed end-to-end commercial and legal process for importing Moldovan wine into Swedish market, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
- Executed regulatory compliance procedures with Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket in Ludvika), securing alcohol import and excise-related authorizations to facilitate market entry.
- Registered as an approved supplier within the Systembolaget retail monopoly system.
- Contracted and negotiated with Lagen Distribution AB for bonded warehousing and distribution logistics, streamlining supply chain operations.
- Ensured full alignment between customs declarations, excise taxation, EU/Swedish labeling standards, and supply chain logistics.
Legal & Operations Consultant
Dubai Trade & Trust Co. (DTTC)
Dubai
01.1994 - 05.1998
- Oversaw legal and operational compliance for international trading partners in UAE hub, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and enhancing partnership reliability.
- Provided legal support for international business operations, focusing on commercial contracts and cargo transportation/logistics to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
- Drafted trade agreements and cross-border shipping documentation, establishing clear freight logistics protocols to facilitate smooth operations.
Secretary of the Judicial Session / Court Clerk
SUPREME COURT OF AZERBAIJAN (MILITARY COLLEGE)
Baku
03.1993 - 12.1993
- Supported judges in preparing and managing legal proceedings, ensuring smooth court sessions.
- Ensured accuracy of judicial documentation and case files, maintaining compliance with procedural regulations.
- Acquired comprehensive knowledge of procedural law and legal document administration, enhancing court operations.
Education
Graduate Studies - International Commercial & Arbitration Law
UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA / ROBERT KENNEDY COLLEGE
Zurich, Switzerland01-2024
University-Level Legal Education and Diploma - Law / LL.B. Equivalent
BAKU STATE UNIVERSITY (BSU)
Baku, Azerbaijan 09.1992 - 07.1998
NEBOSH And IOSH - Health, Safety, And Environment Specialist
Green World School
Dubai 02.2013 - 03.2013
Skills
- Contract negotiation
- Dispute resolution
- Trade frameworks
- Alcohol regulatory compliance
- Customs Compliance
- Logistics operations
- Legal technology
Personal Information
- Title: International Commercial Lawyer & Legal Counsel | International Trade | Contract Negotiation
- Nationality: Swedish
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Languages & Communication: Fluent in English, Native Russian/Azerbaijani, Professional Swedish & Turkish
- English: Proficient (Full Professional & Legal Drafting Capability), Swedish: Level D Certified (Working Proficiency), Russian: Native, Azerbaijani: Native, Turkish: Professional / Fluent
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Citizenship: Swedish Citizen (Based in Stockholm)
- Employment Support Status: Fully eligible for Etableringsjobb (Arbetsförmedlingen hiring incentive / payroll subsidy)
- Work Sample Attached: Full International Framework Sale & Purchase Agreement (authored draft) attached as proof of contract drafting expertise
Timeline
International Trade Legal Counse
KROUN-MIKRO AZ. L.L.C.
01.2014 - 12.2024
NEBOSH And IOSH - Health, Safety, And Environment Specialist
Green World School
02.2013 - 03.2013
Sole Trader (Eget Företagare)
Moldovan Wine Import & Compliance
02.2008 - 05.2010
Legal & Operations Consultant
Dubai Trade & Trust Co. (DTTC)
01.1994 - 05.1998
Secretary of the Judicial Session / Court Clerk
SUPREME COURT OF AZERBAIJAN (MILITARY COLLEGE)
03.1993 - 12.1993
University-Level Legal Education and Diploma - Law / LL.B. Equivalent
BAKU STATE UNIVERSITY (BSU)
09.1992 - 07.1998
Graduate Studies - International Commercial & Arbitration Law
UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA / ROBERT KENNEDY COLLEGE