- Managing Partner
Yavuz Usaklioglu, Esq.
Yavuz Usaklioglu is the Founder and Managing Partner of U2U Law P.C. He leads the firm with a focus on providing strategic, client-centered legal representation across a range of practice areas. Yavuz represents individuals, businesses and entities in matters involving business law, employment law, real estate law, copyright & trademark law, and personal injury. Based in South California, he is committed to delivering effective legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client.

Practice Areas
- • Business Law
- • Employment Law & Workers Compensation
- • Real Estate Law
- • Intellectual Property
- • Technology Law
- • Personal Injury
Education
- • UC Berkeley School of Law, specialization in Intellectual Property & Technology Law
- • City University of London, specialization in International Business Law
Location
- • Los Angeles, California
Yavuz Usaklioglu is a distinguished legal scholar and practitioner, renowned for his contributions to technology law and digital transformation. He has authored three influential books; Digtial Law (2019), Gunesini Uyandir (The Sunrise) (2020) and Main Human Motive (2023). His first book Digital Law has become essential references for legal professionals navigating the challenges of the digital era, and was chosen to be required textbook for law faculties in Turkiye.
Digital Law, was published by one of Turkey’s most prestigious and well-known academic legal publishers. The book continues to be remains on the shelves of bookstores of the courthouses in Turkiye and academic bookshops across the country. His second book, Güneşini Uyandır (Awaken Your Sun), marked a shift from legal writing to philosophical reflection. The book achieved remarkable success, selling over 10,000 copies in its first edition and becoming available in Turkey’s most prominent bookstores. His last book, Main Human Motive, is a deep philosophical work he wrote during his master’s studies at UC Berkeley. The book has been endorsed by several prominent figures, with testimonials featured on its cover. Among these is a glowing endorsement from Prof. Erwin Chemerinsky, Dean of UC Berkeley School of Law, further highlighting the book’s intellectual significance and the respect Yavuz’s commands in academic circles.
In recognition of his extraordinary abilities in authorship and technology law, Yavuz was granted the EB1-A Green Card, a prestigious U.S. immigration status reserved for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional expertise in their field. Notably, his green card application was approved in just five business days.
Yavuz’s achievements reflect a powerful blend of legal expertise and entrepreneurial insight, particularly in the field of business law. He has played a key role in guiding startups, creatives, and established enterprises through complex legal challenges related to corporate formation, intellectual property strategy, and cross-border transactions. His work not only shapes how businesses navigate the legal landscape in a fast-changing economy but also empowers innovators to scale with confidence. As a trusted advisor, he continues to set a high standard for excellence in business law, earning a reputation as a forward-thinking leader in both legal practice and strategic consulting.
In addition to his accomplishments in the legal field, Yavuz is an author and poet whose creative pursuits enrich his multidimensional approach to life and work. He has written over 500 poems, many of which reflect his deep introspection and philosophical outlook, and he plans to publish a collection in the near future. A dedicated student of traditional music, he plays the tanbur, a classical Turkish instrument, and studied under the guidance of a renowned maestro, bringing discipline and artistry into his daily life. Now, he is improving his skills is guitar.
His passion for language and culture extends far beyond the courtroom. Yavuz is fluent in English, Turkish, and French, and is currently developing his skills in Spanish. This linguistic versatility allows him to connect with clients and colleagues across a broad spectrum of backgrounds.
As a trial attorney, Yavuz Usaklioglu, Esq. brings the full weight of this diverse experience to bear. He is dual-licensed to practice law in both California and Türkiye, a distinction that underscores his broad, international legal expertise. This unique dual qualification allows him to bridge legal systems and serve a diverse clientele across borders with deep cultural and legal fluency. His global perspective, combined with his hands-on experience in both civil law and common law jurisdictions, gives him a distinct advantage in navigating complex legal challenges with precision and insight.
Yavuz began his professional legal journey in California, where he trained and practiced as a trial attorney at some of the state’s most well-established law firms before he founded U2U Law. It was in the courtroom that he began to shine, quick on his feet, persuasive in argument, and composed. With a natural gift for negotiation and a powerful courtroom presence, he successfully handled a wide range of litigation matters, often bringing complex cases to favorable resolutions through settlements. He represented major public institutions including the State of California, Los Angeles County, and the City of Pasadena, particularly in employment law disputes, experiences that earned him a reputation as a trusted legal strategist.
Having concluded major business transactions, including the sale of companies valued over $11 million, he is well-versed in the high stakes and nuances of corporate law. His fluency in both legal strategy and entrepreneurial thinking makes him uniquely equipped to serve clients in California’s fast-paced tech and business landscape. He doesn’t just advise from a distance—he walks the path with his clients, because he’s walked it himself, as being a business owner. While still a law student in Türkiye, he founded his first tech company—a bold move that laid the foundation for his deep understanding of entrepreneurship and innovation. Immersed in the fast-moving world of business while studying law, he developed a hands-on appreciation for what it means to build something from the ground up. This early experience would later distinguish him as not just a legal advisor, but a lawyer who truly understands the inner workings of business from a practitioner’s perspective.
His negotiation prowess, strategic mind, and sharp communication skills make him a standout advocate, whether in boardrooms or courtrooms. Internationally, he has represented global giants such as Meta (Facebook & Instagram), Microsoft, Apple, and Koc Holding in Turkiye before moving to Califnia, as well as media powerhouses like Aksam Gazetesi and Alem Dergisi in copyright and intellectual property matters in California. With a career that bridges continents and disciplines, Yavuz Usaklıoğlu, Esq. is not only a skilled trial lawyer and business law expert—he is a story of global success forged through grit and an unrelenting passion for law and enterprise.
Yavuz Usaklioglu’s professional journey is marked by his active participation in a variety of esteemed legal and academic organizations. His broad network of affiliations reflects not only his commitment to the legal profession but also his dedication to fostering international collaboration and innovation. Below are the key organizations where he holds membership and plays a significant role:
- President, Turkic Bar Association
- President, Turkish-American Religious Foundation Southern California
- President-Elect, TurkNet Biz
- Member, California State Bar Association
- Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association
- Member, Beverly Hills Bar Association
- Licensed, United States Federal Court in Central District of California
- Member, Istanbul Bar Association
- Member, UC Berkeley Alumni Association
- Member, Notre Dame de Sion Alumni Association
- Legal Affairs Member under Board of Directors, Aziz & Gwen Sancar Foundation
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