Dr. Ergul Celiksoy is an accomplished international lawyer uniquely qualified to practice in three jurisdictions: as a Solicitor regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority in England and Wales, an Attorney licensed by the State Bar of California in the United States, and a Lawyer licensed by the Ankara Bar Association in Turkey. He is the founder of two distinguished law firms, Bekenbey Solicitors in London, UK , and CK Law Firm, PLLC, based in Dallas, Texas, USA , with a sharp focus on immigration law in both countries.

As the Founder and Managing Solicitor of Bekenbey Solicitors in London, Dr. Celiksoy leads his firm with a client-focused, strategic, and solutions-driven approach. His UK practice specialises in immigration and nationality law, where he advises and represents clients on a wide range of complex matters, including Global Talent Visa, Innovator Founder Visa, Skilled Worker Visa, family and spouse visas, settlement applications and human rights claims.

In the United States, Dr. Celiksoy is the Principal Attorney and Founding Partner of CK Law Firm, focusing on the complex field of U.S. immigration law, bringing a transnational perspective to a diverse client base. Under his leadership, the firm has successfully handled over 800 immigration cases in a single year, achieving positive outcomes in matters ranging from family and employment-based immigration to removal defense and asylum.

Dr. Celiksoy’s practical expertise is underpinned by a distinguished academic background. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Law and a Master of Laws (with Distinction) from the University of Nottingham. He has also served as an Assistant Professor at a leading UK university, integrating scholarly insight with his practical legal work to provide innovative and well-researched solutions for his clients. His multidisciplinary experience is further enriched by his work in international human rights, anti-money laundering investigations, and policy development.

As a recognized academic, his research has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals, including the Human Rights Law Review, The International Journal of Human Rights, and the European Journal of Crime, Criminal Law and Criminal Justice. This unique combination of rigorous academic work and hands-on legal practice allows him to provide innovative and well-researched solutions for his clients.

When you work with Dr. Celiksoy, you are not just hiring a lawyer; you are partnering with a dedicated global expert who is committed to achieving the best possible outcome for your future. If you are facing an immigration challenge, please do not hesitate to get in touch. For assistance with your UK immigration needs, Dr. Celiksoy and the team at Bekenbey Solicitors would be more than happy to help you navigate the process.