BAIC HUKUK advises a diverse variety of local and international clients across a number of key practice areas, and has ‘a high level of experience and in-depth legal knowledge’ in media and entertainment law. The group has strong capabilities in intellectual property and regulatory compliance, as well as extensive experience assisting on issues involving film and TV production, music rights and publishing, digital content platforms, advertising, gaming and e-sports, and influencer contracts. Key lawyers include Duygu Akan, Güngör Ciğerli, Mehmet Murat İsen, and Ahmet İstif.
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Accolades

Client satisfaction: NPS ®

Testimonials

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  • ‘The team stands out for its responsiveness, attentiveness, and ability to deliver high-quality, tailored legal support that reflects the specific needs of each client.'
  • ‘All work was conducted with professionalism, diligence, and a high level of competence.'
  • ‘They demonstrate a high level of experience and in-depth legal knowledge, ensuring well-founded and practical advice.’
  • ‘Duygu Akan is very cooperative, easy to approach, detail-oriented and knowledgeable.’
  • ‘Their work is consistently detailed and precise, demonstrating a high level of expertise and professionalism. Communication is direct and efficient, with consistent availability.’
  • ‘Duygu Akan is dedicated, provides insightful and relevant advice, and consistently anticipates the next steps. Most importantly, she is reliable and delivers the requested results.'

Key clients

  • Turkuvaz Media Group
  • TAV Bilişim
  • NG Tasarım Otelcilik (NG Hotels)
  • Infobip
  • Compatel
  • Revolvia Mıknatıs S Yatırım Medya
  • Keyo Digital
  • Muse Istanbul I-AM Istanbul
  • Kanguru Tech
  • Galakticos
  • Ares Media (Stüdyo Ares - Zoo Digital)
  • Art On Istanbul
  • OAN Health
  • Brandspure
  • Aras Metal (Declara)

Work highlights

Advised and represented Ares Media – Zoo Digital on matters including the negotiation, drafting and review of all client contracts and documents, legal consultancy on all applicable legal matters, the establishment of secure legal mechanisms, and representation during related litigation.
Advised Bozdağ Film on the production of a TV series broadcast on global platforms, including preparation of all international licensing contracts and all contracts and legal documentation to be signed with each series member, as well as with networks and other platforms.
Provided legal consultancy services on the personal data protection regulations and compliance with the legislation on the protection of electronic commerce to Turkuvaz Media Group, which operates in the fields of television, radio, newspapers, magazines, distribution, printing, advertising, and production.
Practice head

Duygu Akan; Güngör Ciğerli; Mehmet Murat İsen; Ahmet İstif