Karlijn Gielen is a legal professional with extensive experience in various capacities within the legal sector and entrepreneurship. Currently serving as a Juridisch medewerker at Slachtofferhulp Nederland since October 2022, Karlijn also founded Interieur van Lijn in November 2021, focusing on interior design and consultancy. Previous roles include Intern Projecten at Flinders Design, Senior juridisch medewerker at Rechtbank Noord-Holland, and Zittingsgriffier at Rechtbank Rotterdam. Co-founding Stichting Rechtshulp Rotterdam further demonstrates an entrepreneurial spirit. Educational background includes a Master of Laws in Jeugdrecht from Leiden University and a Bachelor of Laws from Erasmus School of Law, complemented by a minor in Rechtspsychologie. Language skills in Spanish were developed through courses in Valencia and Cádiz.