FAQ

The process usually starts with a brief introductory conversation to understand your situation and identify the relevant area of law. The necessary documents and information are then reviewed to explain the possible paths forward. Depending on the matter, this may involve one or several meetings.

Fees are determined based on the scope, complexity and effort a matter requires. During the initial meeting, you will be informed about the fee approach suited to your case. The final fee is agreed separately once the scope of the work is clear.

You can request an appointment through the contact details or channels listed on the website. Briefly summarizing your matter in the request helps in scheduling a suitable meeting time. You will receive a response confirming the appointment date based on availability.

Bringing any contracts, correspondence, official documents, and relevant court or administrative decisions helps make the meeting productive. Identification, and information relevant to preparing a power of attorney if representation is needed, may also be required. Which documents matter most can be clarified during the introductory conversation.

Lawyers are bound by professional confidentiality rules to keep the information and documents they receive from clients private. This obligation continues even after the professional relationship ends. Information shared with us is used solely for matters related to your case.

Depending on the nature of the matter, disputes outside Istanbul can also be handled, including in cooperation with local counsel where needed. The location where hearings and procedures take place depends on the competent court or authority. This is assessed during the initial conversation.

Yes, remote meetings by video call or phone are available. This option is particularly practical for those living outside the city or abroad. Suitable methods for securely sharing documents are agreed upon during the meeting.

Timelines vary significantly depending on the type of dispute, the workload of the court or authority, the number of parties, and the evidence to be gathered. Rather than giving a general figure, a realistic timeframe for your specific matter is discussed during the meeting, with updates provided as the process moves forward.

Yes, both meetings and correspondence can be conducted in Turkish and English. This makes it easier for clients living abroad or who do not speak Turkish to follow the process. Where document translation is needed, guidance on this is also provided.

Shared documents and information are processed and stored in line with personal data protection legislation, solely for the purpose of handling your matter. Data is deleted when no longer needed, subject to statutory retention periods. You have the right to request information about your processed data.

For certain dispute types specified by law (for example, some employment claims and commercial disputes), applying to a mediator before filing suit is a legal precondition. Which disputes fall into this category, and how the process works, is explained based on your specific matter. Mediation can also offer a resolution independent of litigation.

Services cover various practice areas, including corporate and commercial law, family law, employment law, criminal law, real estate law, inheritance law, foreign nationals law, enforcement and bankruptcy law, administrative law, technology law, tax law, compensation law, social security law and consumer law. You can find detailed information on each in the practice areas section of the website, and if you are unsure which area applies to you, this can be clarified together during the initial conversation.

For urgent matters, you can reach out through the contact details listed on the website. Indicating the urgency of your situation when you get in touch helps ensure a prompt response. Every urgent matter is assessed as quickly as possible.

Yes, services include reviewing existing contracts, assessing risks, and drafting new agreements. This can cover a wide range of areas, from leases to commercial agreements, and from employment contracts to partnership agreements. The scope suited to your needs is determined together during the meeting.

You will be informed of significant developments and any necessary next steps through an appropriate communication channel. The frequency of updates can vary depending on the type of matter and its current stage. You may also request a further meeting for any questions.

Whether a matter can be taken over is assessed after reviewing its current status and documentation. Sharing the documents used in the earlier process, and any court file details, makes this assessment easier. If taken over, the next steps are planned according to the stage the matter has reached.