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’.
Testimonials
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‘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.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Kağan Dora, Mahmut Karyağdı