Litigation Law, Mediation Law and Arbitration Law

Actions brought against decisions rendered by the Re-Examination and Evaluation Board (“Higher Board”) concerning trademark applications constitute an important part of Turkish trademark law practice. In practice, particularly in actions brought following the refusal of an opposition filed by the owner of an earlier trademark, it is common for plaintiffs to seek not only the cancellation of the Higher Board decision but also the invalidation of the trademark at issue if it is registered during the proceedings.

The practical conclusion is straightforward: an international form is only the starting point. Effective risk allocation requires a Turkish law review of the contract documents, authority chain, notice machinery, security package, dispute clause and project records.

This article examines common real estate disputes in Turkey from the perspective of foreign property owners, investors and heirs. It considers title cancellation and re-registration, abuse of representative authority, inheritance-related sham transactions, protection of good-faith purchasers, partition, condominium disputes and expropriation.

Actions brought against decisions rendered by the Re-Examination and Evaluation Board (“Higher Board”) concerning trademark applications constitute an important part of Turkish trademark law practice. In practice, particularly in actions brought following the refusal of an opposition filed by the owner of an earlier trademark, it is common for plaintiffs to seek not only the cancellation of the Higher Board decision but also the invalidation of the trademark at issue if it is registered during the proceedings.

This article examines the recognition and enforcement of foreign court judgments in Turkey. It considers finality, reciprocity, jurisdiction, public policy, service, documentary requirements, security and the relationship between enforcement permission and actual collection. The discussion distinguishes foreign judgments from arbitral awards and from decisions eligible for a separate administrative registration route.

This article examines the legal and practical considerations that arise when a foreign individual or company instructs counsel in Türkiye. It distinguishes the legal requirement for representation from the broader need to protect a client's procedural and commercial position. The discussion addresses professional registration, independence, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, attorney fees, engagement terms and powers of attorney executed abroad. It also considers the Court of Cassation authority and professional materials cited in the text. The analysis emphasises a clearly defined mandate, proportionate authority, reliable communication and early identification of deadlines, evidence and costs.

Turkey has become a major destination for medical tourism, but when treatment goes wrong abroad, patients often don't know their legal rights. This guide examines the regulatory framework governing health tourism in Turkey, common causes of medical malpractice in cosmetic and dental procedures, and the practical steps foreign patients can take to pursue compensation claims under Turkish law.

One of the most significant amendments is the introduction into the Turkish Code of Civil Procedure No. 6100 of a new rule providing that the interval between hearings may not, as a general rule, exceed three months. A longer interval may only be set where required by the nature of the proceedings, such as prolonged expert examinations or procedural steps carried out through another court, and the judge must provide justification.

Article 18 of Law No. 7589, published in the Official Gazette No. 33326 dated July 31, 2026, added two new paragraphs to Article 55 of the Turkish Code of Obligations. The amendment forms part of the legislative reforms commonly referred to as the 12th Judicial Reform Package and revises the date from which interest accrues on damages arising from diminished or lost earning capacity and loss of support.

Understanding patient rights in Turkey is essential for anyone receiving medical treatment, whether in public or private facilities. This guide explains the legal protections available to all patients, the core rights guaranteed by Turkish law, and the practical steps you can take when those rights are violated.

Mimari avan projeleri, yapı tasarımının ilk aşamasında hazırlanan ve projenin genel konseptini ortaya koyan teknik çizimlerdir. Bu projeler, yapının estetik ve fonksiyonel özelliklerini belirlerken, hukuki açıdan fikri mülkiyet ve sözleşme hukuku kapsamında önemli sorunlara yol açabilmektedir. Avan projelerin telif hakları, kullanım yetkileri ve taraflar arasındaki hukuki ilişkiler, inşaat

Commercial sales contracts are subject to special regulations designed to ensure the smooth and secure conduct of commercial transactions between merchants, in accordance with the provisions of the Turkish Commercial Code (“TCC”) and the Turkish Code of Obligations (“TCO”). In this context, certain burdens and statutes of limitations have been established to ensure that the buyer can exercise their rights in the event the goods sold are defective and to prevent such rights from prolonging uncertainty in ongoing legal relationships.