Can Ozturk
Legal Adviser
Biography
Can Ozturk is a bilingual legal adviser with a diverse background spanning commercial law, academia, and politics. With expertise in legal research, legislative analysis, and regulatory frameworks, he possesses strong written and verbal communication skills, alongside a proven ability to synthesise complex legal and academic information effectively.
Before transitioning into law, Can worked as a parliamentary assistant, research instructor, and professional translator and interpreter. His experience in these roles has equipped him with a strong analytical mindset, meticulous research abilities, and a deep understanding of human rights, labour law, and environmental policy.
He is passionate about music and literature, having managed a band, released an album, and developed a deep interest in postcolonial literatures, particularly from Africa, Latin America, and South Asia.
Fluent in English and Turkish, Can is committed to delivering high-quality legal support, particularly in commercial transactions, dispute resolution, and compliance.
Area of Expertise
Commercial Transactions & Dispute Resolution: Can has experience assisting in acquisitions, asset refinancing, and commercial disputes, particularly involving property, vessels, and capital markets.
Regulatory Compliance & AML: He conducts client due diligence and AML checks, ensuring compliance with legal and financial regulations.
Immigration Law: Can has supported clients with settlement and naturalisation applications, helping them navigate UK immigration processes.
Legislative Research & Policy Analysis: With a background in politics, he has advised on legislative frameworks, human rights, and environmental regulations, drafting parliamentary speeches and policy reports.
Translation & Interpretation: An experienced legal and medical translator, Can has provided interpretation services for Amnesty International, the NHS, and UK public bodies.
Education
Graduate Diploma in Law (Distinction) – City, University of London
MSc in Literature and Modernity (High Merit) - University of Edinburgh
BA in English Language and Literature - Bilkent University
