Practice Areas

The services provided by OZDERIN & CO. are characterized by a solid international experience and a multidisciplinary approach – which is achieved through close cooperation with other Turkish and foreign expert professionals, mainly operating in the fields of law.

OZDERIN & CO. not only provides advice and services of a non-contentious nature but also represent clients before any court in relation to litigation in civil and commercial law matters.

Our services are not limited to the below however can be categorized under the following topics:

Foreign Investment Law

  • Identifying the exact needs and objectives of every particular investor
  • Incorporating of the selected type of business establishment
  • Obtaining of required licenses and regulatory approvals
  • Representation before administrative agencies and other authorities
  • Drafting of corresponding contracts
  • Provision of long-term legal counseling
  • Employment immigration and visas
  • Residency permits and work permits
  • Real Estates
  • Lobbying in accordance with the specific needs of the client

Foreign Investment in Turkey

Turkey presents enormous opportunities for businesses and investors. OZDERIN & CO. can help you identify and successfully pursue business prospects and partners.

Our international educational and professional backgrounds give us a sound sense and understanding of our international clients’ business interest, not only from the Turkish standpoint, but also from that of the client’s country of residence. OZDERIN & CO. respects and understands the cultural nuances of doing business and will provide you with valuable assistance in navigating the regulatory, legal and business process. Together, we combine international expertise, global reach and local presence to achieve your business objectives.

International Trade Law

  • Consultation on customs legislation
  • Free trade zone operations
  • Import and export transactions
  • Obtaining of required approvals
  • Insurance issues

Company/Corporate Law

  • Corporate governance
  • Formation of companies
  • Preparing articles of associations
  • Establishment of branches and liaison offices
  • Handling of shareholders meeting
  • Entity reorganization
  • Joint Ventures
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Insurance
  • Due diligence
  • Bankruptcy and liquidations


Commercial Law and Contracts

  • General commercial advice
  • License Agreements
  • Franchise Agreements
  • Distributorship and Agency Contracts
  • Lease Agreements
  • Sale and purchase agreements
  • Partnership agreements

Intellectual Property Law

  • Copyright and trademark searches
  • Copyright and trademark registration
  • Creation and development agreements
  • Intellectual property licensing agreements
  • Non-disclosure agreements
  • Trade secret protection
  • Service marks
  • Patents
  • Industrial designs
  • Negotiations and follow up of applications at the relevant authorities and entitled bodies
  • Protection of confidential information, goodwill and corporate know-how
  • Freedom of information and related rights and obligations
  • Establishing, enforcing and protecting intellectual property rights
  • Related litigation

Private International Law

  • Conflict of laws
  • Recognition and enforcement of foreign court decisions and foreign arbitral awards
  • Law of expatriates
  • Visas
  • Obtaining permits and follow up of applications for citizenship

Labor Law

  • Drafting terms and conditions of employment contract
  • Drafting disciplinary codes and employment procedures
  • Termination of employment and related disciplinary procedures
  • All aspects of the relevant employment and equality legislation
  • Age, race, sex, national origin, handicap, sexual harassment and other employment
    discrimination proceedings
  • Health and safety legislation and regulations
  • The preservation of confidential information and intellectual property
  • Non-competition matters
  • Representation before the employment tribunals and the courts
  • Termination and severance agreements
  • Letter of release
  • Contractual interpretation and revision of employee benefits

Public Procurement Law

  • Advising on application of the procurement rules and the appropriate procedures
  • Assisting with preparation of prequalification questionnaire, project information and documentation
  • Advising on application of the relevant procedures (open, restricted or negotiated)
  • Negotiation and drafting of applicable contracts
  • Objection procedures to the tender proceedings

Real Estate and Construction Law

  • Real estate finance and investment planning
  • Counseling on real estate and structured real estate transactions
  • Drafting of lease contracts, sale, building and relating assistance
  • Conducting of due diligence
  • Acquisitions of the properties
  • Following the transactions before the administrative bodies and notary proceedings
  • Advice on construction legislation issues
  • Zoning status and supervision of the construction work
  • Regulatory approvals
  • Construction contracts and FIDIC agreements
  • Environmental warranties and indemnities
  • Dispute resolution

Family/ Inheritance Law

  • Premarital Agreements
  • Divorce and separation proceedings
  • Divorce agreements
  • Custody and access disputes
  • Division of matrimonial assets
  • Inheritance agreements and proceedings
  • Adoption proceedings

Litigation

  • General civil trial and appellate practice for all practice areas
  • All applications and follow up of the trial proceedings at the European Court of Human Rights
  • Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution


Consumer Law

  • Drafting of sales warranties and service contracts
  • Loan agreements and consumer leases
  • Providing reviews and legal counseling on the promotional and advertising materials

Non-Profit Associations

  • Formation of new nonprofit association
  • Preparing and amending articles of incorporation and bylaws
  • Establishment of domestic branches for the international associations
  • Agreements for joint services, funding, administration, and joint venturing
  • Strategic alliances and collaborations
  • Board/staff relationships and responsibilities
  • Executive and staff employment agreements
  • Contracts for independent contractors, vendors, and consultants

Other

  • Administrative Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Execution and Enforcement
  • Tax Controversy and Litigation
  • Consumer Protection