A team which 'understands the nuances of highly regulated and fast-moving industries’, NAZALI Attorney Partnership specialises in data protection and privacy matters, supporting clients in framework creation, data transfer and incident response matters. The firm is well-versed in multi-jurisdictional contexts, particularly when concerning EU regulations. Ayşe Ülkü Yalaz, who provides support with AI governance frameworks as well as SaaS and blockchain agreement negotiations, is the joint head of practice with Tuğçe Levi, who focuses on data protection compliance frameworks.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Ayşe Ülkü Yalaz brings unmatched strategic vision and depth of expertise to the team. She has a unique ability to manage complex matters and align legal advice with our business priorities. Her calm and solution-oriented approach, combined with her extensive experience, makes her advice both reliable and commercially viable.'
- 'It is highly valuable that their working methods are such that they greatly facilitate the work of the in-house solicitor, providing feedback and guidance in a manner that speeds up decision-making.'
- ‘What makes this practice truly unique in the IT and Telecoms sector is their unparalleled combination of deep technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and practical experience.'
- 'The positive, results-oriented communication they established and the sense of ‘we overcome challenges together’ they created are highly valuable. We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude and appreciation to Tuğçe Levi and the entire team.'
- ‘Working with Tuğçe Levi is invaluable. She combines deep technical expertise in data protection and disruptive technologies with an impressive ability to engage with our global stakeholders in a clear and solution-driven way.'
- ‘NAZALI’s IT & Telecoms practice is unique in Türkiye for fielding one of the largest dedicated teams exclusively focused on data protection, privacy, technology, and telecoms. NAZALI offers a specialized bench of experts who understand the nuances of highly regulated and fast-moving industries.'
- ‘NAZALI’s IT & Telecoms team is an exceptional partner, supporting clients not only in Türkiye but also in coordination with global teams. Their ability to manage complex, cross-border compliance projects, including privacy, digital platforms, and fintech-related matters, clearly distinguishes them from other firms.'
Key clients
- RECKITT BENCKISER
- HALEON
- FUJIFILM
- DAIKIN GROUP
- LEASEPLAN
- ATRADIUS GROUP
- EDENRED
- MIELE
- TCHIBO
- İŞ BANK GROUP
- ECZACIBAŞI HEALTHCARE GROUP
- BEYMEN GROUP
- ARAS KARGO
- HOTELRUNNER GROUP
- PYMWYMIC INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT B.V. & ECBF I SCSP
- LA LORRAINE
- DAVIVA HEALTHCARE GROUP
Work highlights
Advised DAIKIN Group on the design, implementation, and notification of a group‑wide cross‑border data transfer framework in Türkiye, including preparation and execution of group-level transfer agreements and filing required submissions with the local data protection authority.
Advised LEASEPLAN on achieving full compliance with Turkish data protection law while also fulfilling Türkiye-specific deliverables under the company’s global privacy programme, including local implementation tasks required for global alignment.
Provided MIELE with ongoing legal support on data protection, e-commerce, and electronic communications matters, while ensuring alignment with group-level privacy compliance frameworks.
Practice head
Ayşe Ülkü Yalaz; Tuğçe Levi