OUR PROFESSIONALS​

Berna Akca is a dedicated Legal Consultant specializing in immigration law, international trade and investment law, and regulatory compliance. With extensive experience in trade regulations compliance and investment arbitration, contract review and drafting, project financing, and business law, Berna provides comprehensive consulting services to businesses navigating intricate international legal frameworks. Her expertise includes:

• International Trade and Business Consulting: Berna offers insights on international trade regulations, market access, and compliance with U.S. and foreign laws and trade agreements. She assists companies with business formation and maintaining corporate compliance, risk management, and due diligence, helping them establish a global presence.
• Contract Review and Consulting: Berna excels in advising on contract matters, ensuring that all agreements are clear, enforceable, and aligned with her clients’ objectives.
• Immigration and International Investment Consulting: She supports companies and academic institutions in navigating immigration processes, securing legal statuses for international personnel, and ensuring compliance with I-9 requirements. Berna consults clients on investment compliance and anti-money laundering to ensure that the clients’ investment complies with all local and international regulations.
• Non-Profit Organizations Consulting: Berna advises clients on the creation and management of non-profit organizations, focusing on legal compliance and organizational structure for charitable initiatives.
• Government and Regulatory Affairs Consulting: Leveraging her experience with government agencies, Berna specializes in advising on regulatory compliance, FOIA applications, and navigating complex government regulations. She provides strategic advice on interactions with governmental bodies and adherence to public sector requirements.

Education:

• American University Washington College of Law, Washington, D.C.: Master of Laws in International Legal Studies with focus on International Trade and Business Law
• University of World Economy and Diplomacy, Tashkent, Uzbekistan: Bachelor of Laws in International Law

Memberships:

• International Compliance Professionals Association
• American Society of International Law

Languages: Fluent in Turkish, Russian, Uzbek, and English

Professional Experience: Over ten years of experience as a consultant, specializing in international trade law, immigration law, business law, contract drafting, and project financing.

Berna’s commitment to strategic consulting empowers her clients to confidently pursue and achieve their business objectives in a globally interconnected economy.