Ekin is a Paralegal specialising in immigration law, committed to delivering practical solutions and a clear guidance for individuals and businesses navigating complex visa and sponsorship processes.
She plays a key role in case preparation and strategy, working closely with senior colleagues and the Head of Department while maintaining direct client contact to ensure matters are handled with efficiency and care.. She provides comprehensive assistance across all aspects of immigration matters and has successfully supported a wide range of applications, including Global Talent, ECAA, Skilled Worker, and Sponsor Licence routes.
Ekin completed her undergraduate law degree at the University of Exeter in 2024, where she wrote her dissertation exploring the adaptability of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea in regulating autonomous maritime vessels, focusing on the evolving legal challenges posed by technological advancements. During her studies, Ekin gained experience across a range of legal sectors including commercial property conveyancing, maritime law, and energy and natural resources. Her academic research and exposure to diverse legal sectors have sharpened her ability to analyse intricate legal frameworks and apply them creatively to immigration cases, allowing her to draft persuasive applications and submissions tailored to each client’s circumstances.
Ekin has successfully passed the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (Stage 1), demonstrating her thorough understanding of core legal knowledge. She is currently preparing for SQE 2, aiming to qualify as a solicitor in the UK.
Dedicated to guiding clients through the complexities of immigration law with clarity and care, Ekin adopts a proactive and detail‑oriented approach. She combines legal expertise with empathy and cultural awareness, striving to achieve positive outcomes even in challenging circumstances.
Career Highlights:
- Successfully overturned a refusal decision, securing the addition of an adult child dependent to a family in the ECAA route visa.
- Overturned a refusal decision involving continuous residency shortcomings under the ECAA route, securing long‑term leave for a Turkish businessperson by strategically framing the case and applying relevant legislation and case law.
- Achieved leave outside of the Immigration Rules in a complex case, delivering a successful outcome despite significant challenges.
- Secured a positive result for a client who did not meet multiple criteria under their chosen visa route, demonstrating resourcefulness and strategic case management.
Ekin is fluent in English, Turkish, and Russian, which brings a multilingual and culturally informed perspective to her legal work. Outside of law, Ekin has a keen interest in literature, music, and cinema.
