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Firms To Watch: Intellectual property

Pelin Tırtıl and Burcu Göktan lead the IP team at Bener Law Office, which is experienced in advising on the enforcement and management of IP rights.
DLC Law Firm handles a variety of IP matters, including trade marks, designs, copyright, and domain name disputes, under the leadership of Ugurcan Tekin and Hale Yamankaradeniz.
Karabayraktar IP Consultancy & Law Firm specialises in IP matters within the media sector and regularly caters to clients from the film and production industry.
Pelin Ersoy, who is also qualified as a trade mark attorney, joined Koc Attorneys at Law in September 2023 from her own practice, bolstering the firm's IP expertise.
Onal & Onal Hukuk Bürosu (Onal & Onal Law Firm) is particularly skilled at handling international IP protection and infringement matters, with experience covering trade marks, IP enforcement, and litigation.

Firms in the Spotlight Intellectual property

DERIS

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Deris, since 1912, has been one-stop shop for IP services with one of the largest and internationally regarded IP litigation, prosecution and advisory team.The firm has been a pioneer in shaping the IP landscape by obtaining the precedent decisions and participating the preparation of the IP legislation upon the invitation of the legislative bodies. Deris …

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DERIS

DERIS possesses a broad range of IP expertise, with experience in trade mark litigation and prosecution, anti-counterfeiting cases, IP customs enforcement, and copyright matters. Emre Kerim Yardımcı and Okan Çan frequently handle patent enforcement matters, while Serra Coral regularly advises clients within the consumer and luxury goods industries. Feride Utku is another go-to adviser, leading the anti-piracy and anti-counterfeiting team at the firm. Other key team members include Muazzez Korutürk, Mehmet Nazım Aydın Deriş, and Oya Yalvaç.

Practice head(s):

Mehmet Nazım Aydın Deriş; Serra Coral; Emre Kerim Yardımcı; Okan Çan; Oya Yalvaç; Muazzez Korutürk; Feride Utku


Gün + Partners

With a strong team that handles all aspects of the IP process, Gün + Partners continues to prove itself as a go-to firm for clients seeking advice on trade marks, designs, copyright, IP prosecution, anti-counterfeiting, and patents. Mehmet Gün has over three decades of experience in the IP landscape. He leads the team alongside Uğur Aktekin, Bariş Kalayci, and Özge Atılgan Karakulak. Their combined experience spans from IP litigation and anti-piracy cases to patent infringements and unfair competition matters. Other prominent members of the team include Selin Sinem Erciyas, Hande Hançar, and Aysel Korkmaz Yatkın. In particular, Erciyas frequently handles the IP portfolios of pharmaceutical and technology companies.

Practice head(s):

Mehmet Gün; Uğur Aktekin; Barış Kalaycı; Özge Atılgan Karakulak


Other key lawyers:

Aysel Korkmaz Yatkın; Selin Sinem Erciyas; Zeynep Seda Alhas; Hande Hançar


Testimonials

‘Hande Hançar is good for all IP matters relating to litigation and enforcement.’

‘Gün + Partners provides timely and accurate guidance as well as regular follow-up.’

‘Gun + Partners has a very deep bench with many qualified attorneys who can assist with various trade mark matters, including clearance, opposition analysis, and renewals.’

‘The team provides invaluable advice on protecting our brands and helping us launch new products.’

‘Gün is the best firm in Turkey for trade marks.’

‘Zeynep Alhas is outstanding. She handles all our trade mark litigation in Turkey.’

‘The firm stands out for its depth of the experience.’

Work highlights


  • Advising and representing a leading subscription video on-demand streaming service company in multiple lawsuits involving copyright infringement.
  • Advising a global technology company on tracking down and seizing counterfeit electronic products.

Kenaroglu Avukatlik Burosu

Kenaroglu Avukatlik Burosu is an IP boutique law firm with its main office in Istanbul as well as liaison offices in Ankara and İzmir. Yasemin Kenaroğlu has more than two decades of experience navigating the IP landscape; she frequently oversees trade mark and design portfolios for major international clients. Ali Bozoğlu is skilled at handling market investigations and brand protection mandates. The team was further strengthened by the addition of Mine Güner, who joined the firm from Esin Attorney Partnership, a Member Firm of Baker McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein in January 2023. Güner brings a wealth of experience in handling IP litigation, domain name disputes, and cross-border IP transactions. Gökçe Dağdaş is also a key contact.

Practice head(s):

Yasemin Kenaroğlu; Ali Bozoğlu; Mine Güner


Other key lawyers:

Gökçe Dağdaş


Testimonials

‘They have in-depth and very seasoned litigation experience. They are a wonderful firm to work with.’

‘Yasemin Kenaroğlu is one the very best litigators in soft IP in Turkey. She’s the go-to lawyer for complex and high-profile trade mark and unfair competition litigation. She is outstanding and has a very high success rate.’

‘They are a reliable and efficient team.’

‘The team has strong know-how on counterfeit cases.’

‘Kenaroglu has an extremely talented group of lawyers. The team has considerable capabilities in contentious and non-contentious trade mark and patent issues.’

‘Mine Güner is a superb professional who has vast experience in dealing with the most complex IP matters. She’s very reliable.’

‘Kenaroglu has proven to be a top Turkish law firm specialising in intellectual property matters. Their expertise in Turkish IP regulations and litigation has been very helpful. With a strong focus on IP law, they offer comprehensive and client-focused solutions to a wide range of IP issues.’

‘Gökçe Dağdaş is a dynamic lawyer. With a passion for IP matters, Gökçe demonstrates a remarkable dedication to understanding the client’s perspective in order to provide the best possible solutions.’

Moroglu Arseven

Moroglu Arseven is a full-service law firm with a dedicated IP department. With Işik Özdoğan at the helm, the team offers a wide range of IP services to both domestic and international clients. Özdoğan provides local portfolio management services, as well as customised anti-counterfeiting programmes, for her clients. Gökçe İzgi often acts for high-profile brands and corporations regarding local prosecution and enforcement matters, while Ezgi Baklacı Gülkokar has in-depth experience of handling matters within the fields of pharmaceuticals, health, and life sciences. Ece Berkman and Yonca Çelebi are also notable members of the team, regularly advising well-known global brands.

Practice head(s):

Işık Özdoğan


Other key lawyers:

Ece Berkman; Ezgi Baklacı Gülkokar; Gökçe İzgi; Merve Altınay Öztekin; Yonca Çelebi


Testimonials

‘The team provides a high-quality service in terms of responsiveness, client orientation, and business understanding.’

‘Ece Berkman, Işik Özdoğan and Gökçe İzgi all have a strong legal knowledge, excellent negotiation skills and a great international reputation. I would definitely recommend them.’

‘Işık Özdoğan is very professional and familiar with local intellectual property laws and regulations.’

‘Moroğlu Arseven stands out for its exceptional team of legal experts who combine deep industry knowledge with a forward-thinking approach.’

‘They are friendly, collaborative, and knowledgeable.’

‘Işık Özdoğan is very good in the trade mark field.’

‘Ezgi Baklacı Gülkokar did an exceptional job.’

‘They are a very pragmatic and service-orientated team.’

Key clients

Starbucks, Inc.


Toyota Motors Europe


Twitter.com


Samsung International


Amazon, Inc.


Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)


Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche Aktiengesellschaft


Worldwide Brands, Inc.


PVH Europe B.V.


Fossil Inc.


Sandoz International GmbH


Superdry


Tangle Teezer


Hilton Worldwide Inc


Ermenegildo Zegna Holditalia S.p.A.


Hyosung TNC Co


NSN Law Firm

NSN Law Firm continues to prove itself as a leading firm for trade marks, patent, and copyright matters. With its ‘depth and breadth of IP experience’, the team handles IP matters across a spectrum of industries such as biotechnology, automotive, engineering, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, among others. The team is co-led by Selma Ünlü, Gülay Göksu Anul, Simge Şahin, and Bilge Derinbay. Ünlü is a qualified trade mark and patent attorney who specialises in IP matters within the life sciences sector, while Derinbay focuses predominately on IP transactions in the media and entertainment industry. Göksu Anul and Şahin manage IP portfolios for a diverse range of clients.

Practice head(s):

Selma Ünlü; Gülay Göksu Anul; Simge Şahin; Bilge Derinbay


Testimonials

‘Selma Ünlü continues to provide excellent, detailed and rounded advice.’

‘The team has depth and breadth of IP experience, particularly in complex IP litigation. They are very responsive and are able to grasp the complex IP issues.’

‘Selma Ünlü is really great. She is personable, proficient, and very knowledgeable about trade marks. She is an excellent resource for practical advice in a complicated market such as Turkey.’

‘They offer prompt, knowledgeable and practical advice.’

‘Selma Ünlü and Gülay Göksu understand the client’s business needs and offer very good support.’

They are able to assist with an array of trade mark problems, including trade mark prosecution, portfolio review, enforcement, renewals, and customs issues. I would recommend NSN Law Firm.’

‘Simge Şahin and Selma Ünlü are both very thorough with their advice. They provide sensible and practical advice when it comes to trade mark matters.’

Key clients

SKY LIMITED


SOCİÉTÉ DE PRODUITS NESTLE SA


VODAFONE


J. BARBOUR & SONS LTD


SIKORSKI (A CONCORD COMPANY)


ATG Law Firm

ATG Law Firm offers comprehensive IP advice that covers IP civil litigation, trade mark portfolios, and copyright issues. Practice co-head Ahmet Akgüloğlu has experience in IP prosecution and enforcement, unfair competition, and dispute resolution. Leading the team alongside him, Gizem Akgüloğlu is recommended for anti-counterfeiting cases, as well as IP litigation and brand protection matters for multinational companies. The team frequently advises clients across various industries such as media and entertainment, cosmetics, luxury goods, and e-commerce.

Practice head(s):

Ahmet Akgüloğlu; Gizem Akgüloğlu


Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki

Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki frequently handles IP matters for companies within the technology sector, such as online infringements, advertising issues, software licensing, and managing trade mark portfolios. The IP and technology team is co-led by Kağan Dora and Mahmut Karyağdı. Ertuğrul Akıncı is another key member of the team who is praised for his ‘extensive knowledge and experience in software licensing and service agreements.

Practice head(s):

Kağan Dora; Mahmut Karyağdı


Other key lawyers:

Ertuğrul Akıncı; Elif Türkan Dinçer


Testimonials

‘Kağan Dora and Ertuğrul Akıncı are very knowledgeable in the software sector.’

‘As an IP expert, Ertuğrul Akıncı has extensive knowledge and experience in software licensing and services agreements. Ertuğrul was always responsive and great at communicating his legal advice in a simple and understandable manner.’

‘They prioritise the needs and objectives of the client, ensuring a highly personalised and attentive experience.’

‘They are a knowledgeable team with strong individuals who are experts in their field.’

‘Ertuğrul Akıncı is a smart, hardworking and knowledgeable lawyer with excellent negotiation skills.’

‘Mahmut Karyağdı is a great expert with lots of knowledge and experience.’

‘Dora Kağan is an experienced partner with impressive knowledge.’

‘Elif Dinçer is a standout who seamlessly combines professionalism and approachability.’

Key clients

RTL Group S.A.


Avis Budget Group (ABG)


Alticor Inc. (Amway)


Healy


HERE Global BV


United International Pictures


SDT Uzay ve Savunma Teknolojileri A.Ş.


Delivery Hero Turkey (Yemeksepeti)


eBay Turkey (Gitti Gidiyor)


Mynet İnternet Teknoloji A. Ş.


Mynet Games Teknoloji A.Ş.


Club Jolly Turizm ve Ticaret A.Ş.


BN Telekom Haberleşme Ticaret A.Ş.


Infera Teknoloji ve Bilişim Hizmetleri A.Ş.


Rafineri Advertisement Agency


GroupM Media Agency


Buro Advertisement Agency


Istanbul Özel Amerikan Robert Lisesi


EdgeConnex, Inc.


Work highlights


  • Represented RTL Group in a series of trade mark lawsuits before the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TPTO).
  • Represented Delivery Hero Turkey (Yemeksepeti) in several lawsuits, including those which related to trade marks.
  • Represented eBay Turkey (Gitti Gidiyor) in several trade mark disputes in relation to its online marketplace activities.

Esin Attorney Partnership, a Member Firm of Baker McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein

Can Sözer heads the IP and technology team at Esin Attorney Partnership, a Member Firm of Baker McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein. The team is well versed at handling IP-related matters for a range of clients across various industry sectors, including media and entertainment, technology, consumer goods, and life sciences. Pelin Aydogdu is a prominent member of the IP practice at the firm; she has experience of advising international brands on trade mark portfolios, copyright, and domain names. Fulden Tezer is also noted for her experience in handling trade mark disputes.

Practice head(s):

Can Sözer


Other key lawyers:

Fulden Tezer; Pelin Aydogdu


Testimonials

‘The team is very responsive, enthusiastic, and easy to work with.’

‘What truly distinguishes this firm is their consistent delivery of top-notch legal services. Every interaction with them reflects their unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards, ensuring that we receive reliable and dependable support in every aspect of intellectual property management.’

‘If you seek a legal partner that seamlessly integrates into your organisation and consistently delivers excellence, this law firm comes highly recommended.’

Key clients

Astellas


British American Tobacco


General Electric Company


NBC Universal


Unilever


BI-QEM Pte. Ltd.


Koch Companies


Hasbro Inc


Abbott Laboratories


General Motors


The Woolmark Company


SAP


OZDAGISTANLI EKICI ATTORNEY PARTNERSHIP

The IP team at OZDAGISTANLI EKICI ATTORNEY PARTNERSHIP advises a diverse range of clients across various industries, including technology, media and entertainment, consumer goods, and healthcare, among others. Hatice Ekici Tağa leads the team, with extensive experience as a patent and trade mark attorney. Burak Özdağıstanli frequently advises on matters relating to software piracy, trade mark litigation, and copyright holders. Sümeyye Uçar is also a core member of the team, with experience spanning trade mark portfolios, domain name disputes, and infringement matters.

Practice head(s):

Hatice Ekici Tağa


Other key lawyers:

Burak Özdağıstanli; Sümeyye Uçar


Testimonials

‘Burak Özdağıstanlı, Hatice Ekici Tağa and Sümeyye Uçar are very diligent.’

‘Burak Özdağıstanli is a very good IP professional.’

‘The firm’s intellectual property practice is distinguished by its deep expertise.’

‘Hatice Ekici Tağa stands out in the field of intellectual property law due to her expertise.’

Key clients

Eccho Righs AB


Gemological Institute of America


Vava Cars


Casetagram Limited


Chromavis SPA


Manolo Blahnik


Tarte, Inc


Hero MotorCorp


Midas International LLC


Alp Group


Work highlights


  • Represented Tarte, Inc. in a dispute over a domain name.
  • Represented Casetagram Limited in a lawsuit regarding the unfair use of its trade marks.
  • Represented Eccho Rights in a high-profile lawsuit regarding its distribution agreement and IP rights.

Özdirekcan Dündar Senocak Attorney Partnership

Özdirekcan Dündar Şenocak Ak advises local and international companies on all areas of intellectual property law. In addition to advising on patents and trade marks, the team regularly handles prosecution and anti-counterfeiting matters. Esra Dündar Loiseau heads the IP department at the firm, while Arzu Bekem leads the prosecution team. Their experience includes the seizure of counterfeit goods, copyright, and IP litigation. The team frequently acts for well-known brands and luxury goods companies such as L’Oréal, Renault, and Levi Strauss & Co.

Practice head(s):

Esra Dündar Loiseau; Arzu Bekem


Testimonials

‘The team has strong communication skills. They are also quite capable of creating various solutions for different types of matters.’

‘Arzu Bekem has an ability to understand the needs of the other party, and she has strong negotiation skills.’

‘Esra Dündar Loiseau is a connoisseur in the IP field. She is professional and easy to communicate with.’

‘They are very efficient and prompt with their advice.’

‘The lawyers stand out for their accessibility and in-depth knowledge of the law.’

Key clients

FENDI S.R.L.


L’OREAL S.A.


RIMOWA GMBH


LEVI STRAUSS & CO.


LVMH


ROBLOX CORPORATION


SOCIETE DE RECHERCHE COSMETIQUE S.A.R.L


Chanel


Christian Dior


SOCIETE D’ARTICLES HYGIENIQUES


Lancome Parfums Beaute & Cie


Juul Labs Inc.


Superdry—DKH Retail Limited


Volvo


Laboratoire Nuxe


Renault


Ak Gida (Turkish subsidiary of Lactalis)


Work highlights


  • Acting for Fendi before the customs authority in order to prevent the circulation of counterfeit products bearing Fendi and FF trade marks.
  • Representing L’Oréal S.A. before the customs authority in order to prevent the circulation of counterfeit products bearing the client’s various trade marks.
  • Assisting RIMOWA with a new application that was met with opposition filed by a third party.

SULUK INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW FIRM

With a team of experienced IP lawyers and patent and trade mark attorneys, the team at SULUK INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW FIRM frequently represents clients before the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. Co-led by Cahit Suluk, Bahattin Çarkacı, and Faruk Suluk, the team is praised by clients for its ‘extensive knowledge and experience in intellectual property’. In addition to patent, design, and trade mark issues, the team also has experience that spans across IP litigation, prosecution, unfair competition, and domain names.

Practice head(s):

Cahit Suluk; Bahattin Çarkacı; Faruk Suluk


Testimonials

‘They are very good in copyright and design matters.’

‘The firm provides specialised IP services in Turkey. They have a high level of legal and IP industry knowledge.’

‘Faruk Suluk has a rigorous work ethic. He provides timely, professional and detailed feedback as well as in-depth analysis of complex legal issues.’

‘They have consistently displayed exemplary skills and expertise. They approach each case with thoroughness, attention to detail, and a tenacity that ensures their client’s interests are safeguarded.’

‘Bahattin Çarkacı and Faruk Suluk are exceptional legal professionals with a deep understanding of the law and its complexities.’

‘They have extensive knowledge and experience in intellectual property. They exhibit excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.’

Key clients

Adobe Systems Incorporated


Turksat Satellite Communications and Cable Tv Operations Company


Turkuvaz Aktif Televizyon Prodüksiyon A.Ş. (ATV)


Albaraka Turk Katilim Bankası A.S.


MOTION PICTURE ASSOCIATION – EMEA


Türkiye Radyo ve Televizyon Kurumu Genel Müdürlüğü


Erişler Gıda San. Ve Tic. A.Ş.


Work highlights


  • Advised ERİŞLER GIDA SANAYİ TİCARET A.Ş, regarding the discreditation of the client’s trade mark by an online influencer.
  • Advised Albaraka Turk Katilim Bankası A.S. in relation to a counterparty filing a cancellation action against the client’s trade mark.

TURUNÇ

TURUNÇ is a go-to firm for technology and software companies seeking advice on IP-related matters. Leading the team, Esin Çamlıbel has a broad range of experience of handling IP mandates such as trade mark registrations, anti-counterfeiting cases, and patent litigation, among others. Beste Yıldızili Ergül and Canberk Taze are also notable members of the team. Ergül advises on the advertising and IP aspects of contracts, while Taze focuses on IP due diligence matters for investors within the technology sector.

Practice head(s):

Esin Çamlıbel


Other key lawyers:

Canberk Taze; Beste Yıldızili Ergül


Testimonials

‘Esin Çamlıbel is skilled at handling software IP protection documents. Beste Yıldızili Ergül is also a great lawyer for IP issues.’

‘Their strength is their ability to understand complex patent and commercial issues. They are detailed and pragmatic at the same time. They offer tailor-made legal advice, but also give strategic guidance.’

‘Esin Çamlıbel is a delight to work with. She is detail-oriented and is efficient in her advice.’

‘They have different specialists for each subcategory such as copyright, trade marks and patents. They are an incredibly resourceful team.’

‘Esin Çamlıbel is very skilled at handling employee-created IP rights management and agreements. She’s great to work with.’

‘Beste Yıldızili Ergül provides clear advice on trade marks and licensing agreements.’

‘The team stands out for its transparency, trustworthiness, proactive approach, commercial awareness and international know-how.’

‘First rate. Extremely well versed in cross-border transactions. They also manage time differences really well, responding at late hours so we get an answer instead of having to wait for the following day. They respond quickly with clear answers. They don’t get lost in the details of the matter and provide results-oriented advice.’

Key clients

Sébah & Joaillier


Joygame


Wellbees


Boğaziçi Ventures


Kuika


Arya Women Venture Capital


TÜSİAD


Vektör Tanıtım


Ataol Capital


Camper Shoes


SC Johnson


Work highlights


  • Successfully represented Sébah & Joaillier in a trade mark dispute.
  • Acting as external counsel for Joygame in relation to all its intellectual property law needs, including copyright ownership issues, game licensing agreements, and the status of IP rights created by employees.
  • Advising Kuika on various matters relating to IP law, including the registration and protection of various trade marks.

BTS & Partners

Praised as having ‘great expertise in IP rights including copyrights, designs, and trade marks’, BTS & Partners offers its acumen in intellectual property to clients within the technology sector. Tuğrul Sevim co-heads the team, with vast experience of managing IP portfolios and IT contracts. Leading the team alongside him, Zeynep Ünlü is also an excellent source of advice. The team’s experience spans IP licensing contracts, copyright, employee inventions, and IP infringements.

Practice head(s):

Tuğrul Sevim; Selin Beceni; Zeynep Ünlü


Other key lawyers:

Melis Mert


Testimonials

‘The BTS team is knowledgeable and stays on top of regulatory changes in the area of IP. The firm can communicate the latest developments with regard to the IP legal framework and the enforcement regime in a comprehensive and concise way.’

‘BTS has great expertise in IP rights including copyrights, designs, and trade marks. They handle all types of IP matters. The team is very responsive, and they handle the entire process very professionally.’

‘Melis Mert is easy to work with. She is approachable on every level.’

‘BTS & Partners is a very reputable law office. We are very satisfied with the service they provide. They are accessible at any time, and they are highly experienced as a team.’

‘The BTS team is competent and responsive. We can get satisfactory responses for any of our issues. Also, the team is very collaborative and helps us to solve any conflicts.’

Key clients

Lenovo


Motion Picture Association


Microsoft


LC Waikiki


Flo


Agito


BSH


Koc Holding Investment


Work highlights


  • Advised Microsoft on developments concerning the intellectual property protection of its software and digital games, as well as the settlement of disputes concerning IP rights infringement and other digital crimes.
  • Advised Lenovo on its work on the prevention of counterfeit products, as well as providing both strategic and legal advice on how a sustainable system can be established.

DEMIR & PARTNERS

With Taner Demir and Abdullah Resul Demir leading the team, DEMIR & PARTNERS excels at handling anti-counterfeiting matters and regularly carries out customs seizures on behalf of its clients. In addition to this, the team also has experience of conducting brand research for potential investors, as well as advising local and international companies on trade mark applications and renewals. Semih Yüksel is also a notable member of the team.

Practice head(s):

Taner Demir; Abdullah Resul Demir


Other key lawyers:

Semih Yüksel


Testimonials

‘The team at Demir is extremely knowledgeable about the IP framework in Turkey.’

‘Taner Demir has a wealth of knowledge and is always available.’

‘They are a very strong firm on IP law, especially trade mark infringement. They have lots of experience.’

‘Abdullah Resul Demir and Taner Demir have decades of experience representing international clients on IP infringement cases.’

‘The lawyers are very professional. They have a vast amount of experience related to different IP matters and have the capabilities to solve problems.’

‘They make sure that their clients are happy and that their requests are followed.’

‘They give great support in branding matters.’

‘Taner Demir has expert knowledge in many fields, including IP law. Abdullah Demir is a true expert in the field of trade mark law.’

Güner Law Office

Güner Law Office predominantly advises clients within the media and entertainment industry on their IP mandates. The team, which is led by Ece Güner, has experience of handling IP right transfers, copyright agreements, IP infringements, and unfair competition cases, among other matters. Güner also frequently advises on the IP rights of actors and TV productions.

Practice head(s):

Ece Güner


Key clients

The Walt Disney Company


Huzur Radyo TV A.S. (Turkish subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company)


The New York Times Company


Deezer SA


Hulu LLC


Marriott Hotels International Ltd.


Work highlights


  • Acted for The Walt Disney Company in claims arising from alleged trade mark and intellectual property right infringements.
  • Acted for Huzur Radyo TV A.S. in claims arising from alleged trade mark and intellectual property right infringements along with alleged format violations.
  • Assisted the New York Times Company on regulatory, IP, and litigation matters in Turkey.

Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership

Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership has an array of experience of handling a range of IP matters, including patents and trade marks, domain names, copyright protection, and industrial designs. As part of a full-service law firm, the team caters to clients across all industries. Leading the team, Ayşe Hergüner Bilgen advises on the enforcement of IP rights and prosecution. Duygu Akşit Karaçam and Ece Başaran Küçük are also integral to the team.

Practice head(s):

Ayşe Hergüner Bilgen; Tolga Danışman


Other key lawyers:

Duygu Akşit Karaçam; Ece Başaran Küçük


Testimonials

‘The firm has wide, diversified and specialised team that can focus on each case as a project.’

‘The Hergüner team has many individuals that can create value plus knowledge. Ece Başaran and Ayşe Hergüner Bilgen put their knowledge and experience into teach and every detail and make you feel very comfortable with the legal process.’

Key clients

Nagarro SE


FB Beauty Ltd.


Ebara Corporation


Productos Alimenticios Centroamericanos S.A.


Insha Ventures


Crest Rock Partners


Work highlights


  • Assisted Crest Rock Partners with IP-focused due diligence in the acquisition of a 72.3% stake in Pitcher Yazılım ve Bilgi Teknolojileri Limited Şirketi.
  • Assisted FB Beauty Ltd. with a set of actions aiming to cease the breach of its trade mark rights in Turkey.

Sezekkaplan Lawyers

With IP at the core of its practice, Sezekkaplan Lawyers is well equipped to advise on IP-related matters across a variety of sectors. The firm’s diverse client portfolio includes global software and aviation companies as well as major players in the food and beverage industry, among others. Spearheading the team, Ufuk Sezekkaplan frequently handles IP disputes. Buğra Süküt is another integral part of the team who advises clients on various matters concerning IP law.

Practice head(s):

Ufuk Sezekkaplan


Other key lawyers:

Buğra Süküt


Testimonials

‘They stand out for their great attention to detail, quick responses, and precision.’

‘Ufuk Sezekkaplan is a top-notch lawyer. He is enthusiastic, empathic, and has an excellent work ethic.’

‘They are very experienced and successful in enforcement work for our clients in Turkey.’

‘Ufuk Sezekkaplan provides excellent work.’

‘Ufuk Sezekkapalan is an IP lawyer with the professional experience to deal with all trade mark issues.’

Key clients

Meta Platforms, Inc. (fka Facebook, Inc.)


Monster Energy Company


Instagram, LLC


Delta Airlines INC


Oracle International Corporation


H&M Hennes & Mauritz AB


Energy Beverages


Reign Beverages


Swatch Group