> Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum. Can anyone tell me if Yakup
> International a legit recruitment company? I was traumatized by being
> ripped off by Paul Adler... so... I just want to do my homework here
> by trying to find out about this particular agency...

> Thanks for those who have stories and advice to share.

> Cheers,
> Vesela

Yakup legit - ha that's a laugh - I don't mean to be sarcastic, but Yakup is a liar and cheat. He not only lies to prospective teachers but also to the schools.
I have been in China two years and was originally recruited by Yakup. I also know of 5 others recruited by him and all have the same story. He never does what he says he will do, everyone is his best friend in the whole world, and his staff are generally non existent people.
The contract he may show you will have nothing to do with your school either.

Be careful as the shifty weasel has another company called China Talents as well.
If at all possible stay clear of him - he can get you work, but it may be in a backwater village.

Forewarned is forearmed