Balcioglu Selçuk Eymirlioglu Ardiyok Keki Attorney Partnership attracts major domestic and international clients with its expertise in IP litigation, prosecution, licensing, and unfair competition. Known for its strong focus on technology and IT, the team excels in software licensing agreements, technology portfolios, and patent applications, as well as tackling online infringements. The firm is expanding its trademark and patent prosecution services in alternative sectors, such as the energy and financial services spheres. Kağan Dora is a distinguished IP lawyer known for his deep understanding of the IT sector. Mahmut Karyağdı is recognised for handling complex trademarks, unfair competition, and patent disputes, while Elif Türkan Dinçer manages several high-profile trademark portfolios.
Testimonials
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‘Compared to other firms, the team is more responsive, available & engaged. Since we had a tight deadline, communication was the key and they were constantly helping with ways to make the process go smoother.'
'They had great expertise in the area, and for the areas that needed research, they took matters into their own hands to advise us with the best possible solution/alternatives.'
‘The team and individuals are the most important factors why I'd refer the firm to others.'
‘They have a dedicated team with vast experience and expertise in the area in which they perform their services.’
‘They have extensive knowledge about our industry, which enabled us to create the structure that we aimed for. Especially Ertuğrul Akıncı, who was very helpful with his guidance, expertise and responsiveness.’
‘We have used Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki on a range of matters notably commercial contracts and Intellectual Property issues. The advice we have received from Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki is always concise, clear and of excellent quality.'
‘Ertuğrul Akıncı has been the main contact and lawyer who has advised our company. Ertuğrul Akıncı has extensive knowledge and is excellent at communicating his legal advice clearly and concisely.'
‘Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki is a law firm that has known the DNA of our company for many years and with whom we have worked closely. Their close relationships and strong sense of ownership have made them indispensable over the years.'
Key clients
- Agave Games Bilişim Yazılım ve Pazarlama A.Ş.
- Spyke Yazılım A.Ş.
- Fomo Oyun Yazilim Ve Pazarlama A.Ş.
- Levi IP Holding LLC
- Otoredi Elektronik Ticaret
- ICT Bulut Bilişim A.Ş.
- SEG Automotive Germany GmbH
- Tomtom International B.V.
- Flato Developments
- Tomra Food N.V.
- Fiba Holding A.Ş.
- Haci Ömer Sabancı Holding A.Ş.
- Enerjisa Enerji Üretim A.Ş.
- Adesso Turkey Bilgi Teknolojileri
- Mercedes-Benz Turk A.Ş.
- Vuvy Teknoloji A.Ş.
- Avis Budget Group
- Layer AI, Inc.
- Alticor Inc
- Healy International AG
- HERE Global B.V.
- United International Pictures
- SDT Uzay ve Savunma Teknolojileri A.Ş.
- Yemek Sepeti Elektronik İletişim Perakende Gida Lojistik A.Ş.
- eBay Turkey (Gitti Gidiyor)
- Mynet İnternet Teknoloji A. Ş.
- RTL Group S.A.
Work highlights
- Representing Yemeksepeti in several lawsuits concerning the “yemeksepeti banabi” trademark.
- Representing RTL in a series of disputes before courts located in Istanbul and Ankara against a company located in Istanbul.
- Represented a client in a trademark dispute and assisted the client with the mediation process.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Kağan Dora, Mahmut Karyağdı