Dr. Kutlay Teli
Senior Consultant | Legal Advisor | Senior Researcher| Senior Counselor
Dr. Kutlay Teli
LLM Leicester University Faculty of Law, Leicester, UK
Visiting Scholar Fordham University Faculty of Law, New York, USA
After his graduation from the Faculty of Law in Ankara, Dr. Kutlay Teli received his second master’s degree from the Leicester University Faculty of Law, UK in 2008. He delivered lectures in Fordham School of Law in the USA. He completed his dissertation research for an associate professor degree in New York. He speaks Turkish, French and English very fluently.
He has extensive experience in different branches of public and private international law. Dr. Kutlay Teli has been engaging in legal matters within the framework of national and international firms and institutions such as the United Nations for 20+ years.
Dr. Kutlay Teli wrote six books and numerous articles in journals with referees (mostly in English) dedicated to existing and emerging legal challenges and their effective solutions. Dr. Teli has a great capacity to produce legal documents, articles, reports and all related contents in particularly English and Turkish. His latest study on “Handbook for Foreign Entrepreneurs on Turkey Investment Strategies” is dedicated to identifying the key legal requirements for investing in Turkey through the franchising, agency and license agreement or the establishment and registration of the company. Dr. Kutlay Teli’s latest book on “Financial Technologies and Law” aims at offering comprehensive observations about emerging risks and challenges associated with the e-payment financial markets. He plays a considerable role in a number of leading international peer reviewed journals as referee. He also has extensive experience in negotiation techniques and diplomacy. Currently, he delivers legal and business consultation to foreign companies on their investment projects in Turkey. He is married with two children.
Education
09/2013 – 08/2014 Fordham School of Law, New York Visiting Scholar, Postdoctoral Research for Assistant Professor Degree Thesis Preparation for Assistance Degree
09/2007– 06/2012 Faculty of Law, Ankara University, Turkey Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), International Law Thesis: The Regime of Political Parties under the European Court of Human Rights
09/2008– 09/2009 Faculty of Law, Leicester University, United Kingdom Master’s degree, International Law Thesis: The Regulation and Recognition of Political Parties under the European Convention on Human Rights
09/2004– 06/2006 Faculty of Law, Ankara University, Turkey Master’s degree, International Law Thesis: Freedom of Expression under the European Convention on Human Rights
09/1997– 06/2002 Faculty of Law, Ankara University, Turkey Bachelor’s degree
09/2018– 06/2021 International Relations and Affairs, Anadolu University, Turkey Bachelor’s degree
Foreign Languages
English, French, Spanish, Italian, German and Turkish.
Areas of Expertise
Foreign Direct Investments, Data Protection, Trademark and IP, Citizenship, Tax, International Trade, Banking and Finance, Real Estate
Publications
Financial Technologies and Law (Society for Science and Education, United Kingdom, 2024), accessible https://scholarpublishing.org/sse/eb351/
Handbook for Foreign Entrepreneurs on Turkey Investment Strategies (Legal, Istanbul, 2023)
International Criminal Court Against Impunity (XII Levha Publishing, Istanbul, 2015).
Legal Aspects of Counter-Terrorism Measures under the Practice of the United Nations: Fighting Terror through the Rule of Law and Justice (Ankara Bar Association, Ankara, 2014).
The Regime of Political Parties Under the European Convention on Human Rights (Seckin, Ankara, 2012).
The Law (2839) on Parliamentary Elections and Its Application (Matsis- Istanbul, March 1, 2011).
Articles in Peer-Reviewed Journals
‘Medical Liability System in Turkey: Fight against Malpractice’, (2024) 12 (26) Journal of Medical Law 297.
‘Data Transfer Impact Assessment in Turkey’, (2024) 22 (258) LHD Journal 2107.
‘The Union of Arab Securities Authorities: Emerging Challenges and Opportunities’ (2024) 13 (50) Banking and Finance Law 349.
‘A Comprehensive Analysis of the Singapore Convention’, (2023) 5 (2) Revista 281.
‘Handling Legal Challenges of the Work from Home’ (2022) 19 (75) Journal of Labor Law and Social Security Law 845.
‘Exceptional Turkish Citizenship by the Decision of Competent National Authority: The Implementation of Twin Articles’ (2022) 11 (43) Journal of Bank and Finance Law 459.
‘The Metaverse as a Gate for a Global Citizenship’, International Journal of Science and Research, Volume 11, Issue 6, 1872-1874, June 2022.
‘The Role of the Sixth and Third Committees of the UN General Assembly in the International Law Making’, Legal Law Journal, Volume 13, Issue 153, 73-84, November 2015.
‘The Role of Central Authorities in the Application of the 1980 Hague Convention on Child Abduction: A Critical Analysis of a Genuine Area of Public International Law’, Journal of The Court of the Jurisdictional Disputes, 761-782, Volume 5, 2015.
‘The French Paradox of January 2015 on the Battle Against International Terrorism’, Union of Turkish Bar Associations Review, Issue 117, 117-134, 2015.
‘The Right to Prohibition of Discrimination under the Practice of the European Convention on Human Rights’, Legal Law Journal, Volume 12, Issue 143, 37-54, 2014.
‘The Struggle of International Community against Foreign Terrorist Fighters: The Stance of the UN and Global Counterterrorism Forum’, Law and Justice: Critical Law Review, Volume: 6, Issue: 16, 21-42, 2014.
‘The Notion of the Jurisdiction in the Hands of the European Court of Human Rights and the United Nations’, LHD, 2014, Volume: 12 / Issue: 142, 49-76.
‘Freedom of Artistic Expression and Its Borders Freedom of Artistic Expression and Its Borders’, Terazi Law Journal, Volume 9, Issue 98, 34-41.
‘The Relationship Between BM Post-2015 Development Agenda and Rule of Law’, Ankara Bar
Review, 2014, Issue: 4, 311-326.
‘Rebuilding Peace through the Empowerment of Justice in Conflict-Affected States’, (2014) 7 Ankara Bar Review 39, Jan 1, 2014.
‘Justice Sector Response to Violence Against Women in the Light of the United Nations Activities Justice Sector Response to Violence Against Women in the Light of the United Nations Activities, (2014) 5 Law&Justice Review 1, Jan 1, 2014, 1-32.
‘The Opinion of Public and Government in European Union (EU) Member States Towards Turkish EU Membership’, HUKAB Journal, Oct 1, 2012.
‘The Protection of Human Rights in Europe’, Journal of Turkish Justice Academy, Apr 1, 2012.
‘Finland’s Governmental Model Under Its 1999 Constitution’, Journal of Turkish Justice Academy, Jul 1, 2010.
‘The Role of Public International Organisations in the Promotion of Human Rights: The Balance of Efficiency and Shortcoming’, The Journal of Turkish Justice Academy, 2011, Volume:1, Issue:5, 397-418.
Dr. Kutlay Teli’s Open Access Research Articles
‘Foundation of the Turkish Cybersecurity Presidency’ <https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/foundation-turkish-cybersecurity-presidency-kutlay-teli-ph-d–ycxgf/?trackingId=iz%2BekzeyS52RZIrtPN38dA%3D%3D> accessed J-May 7, 2025
‘Foundation of Direct Sale Mechanism in Turkey’, <https://legal.com.tr/blog/tuketici-hukuku/foundation-of-direct-sale-mechanism-in-turkey/> accessed 10.11.2024
‘An Overview of the JAMS International Arbitration Mechanism’ <https://medium.com/@kutluay2702/an-overview-of-the-jams-international-arbitration-mechanism-73ea164cf3d1> accessed 12.10.2024
‘The Role of Anti Dumping Investigations Applicable to Turkish Foreign Trade’< https://legal.com.tr/blog/ticaret-hukuku/the-role-of-anti-dumping-investigations-applicable-turkish-foreign-trade/> accessed 19.08.2024
‘Distributor Agreements in Turkey’ (Academia Edu, 16 May 2025<https://www.academia.edu/97154943/Distributorship_Agreements_in_Turkey?source=swp_share> accessed 16.5.2025
‘ Possible Implications of Türkiye’s Removal From Grey List by FATF’ (LegalBlog, 3 July 2024) >https://legal.com.tr/blog/ekonomi/possible-implications-of-turkiyes-removal-from-grey-list-by-fatf/ > accessed 5.7.2024
‘Distributor Agreements in Turkey’ (Academia Edu, 16 May 2025) <https://www.academia.edu/97154943/Distributorship_Agreements_in_Turkey?source=swp_share> accessed 16.5.2025
‘Probate Law in the United States of America’ (LegalBlog, 3 October 2023) <https://legal.com.tr/blog/genel/probate-law-in-the-united-states-of-america/> accessed 3 October 2023
‘A Comprehensive Evaluation of the Admissibility Procedures of the European Court of Human Rights’, (LegalBlog, 12 September 2023) <https://legal.com.tr/blog/insan-haklari-hukuku/a-comprehensive-evaluation-of-the-admissibility-procedures-of-the-european-court-of-human-rights/>, accessed 12.09.2023
‘International Protection Status of Foreigners’, (LegalBlog, 11 August 2023)<https://legal.com.tr/blog/genel/international-protection-status-of-foreigners/> accessed 14 August 2023.
‘Turkey FinTech Environment’ (LegalBlog, 17 May 2023) <https://legal.com.tr/blog/ekonomi/turkey-fintech-environment/> accessed 18 May 2023.
‘A Brief Analysis of Iran’s Recent Nuclear Status’ (LegalBlog, 13 March 2023) <https://legal.com.tr/blog/genel/a-brief-analysis-of-irans-recent-nuclear-status/>, accessed 15 May 2023.
‘The Impact of Paris Treaty Upon Turkey’s Private Sector: Turkey’s Paris Bid’ (LegalBlog, 7 February 2023)) <https://legal.com.tr/blog/genel/the-impact-of-paris-treaty-upon-turkeys-private-sector-turkeys-paris-bid/>.
‘Guidance on Investing in Turkey’ (LegalBlog, 1 February 2023), <https://legal.com.tr/blog/genel/guidance-on-investing-in-turkey-turkiye/>.
Open Access Book
Kutlay Teli, Financial Technologies and Law (Society for Science and Education, United Kingdom, 2024)
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