Pi Legal Consultancy

Pi Legal Consultancy [PiLC] is a legal & business consulting international law office in Turkey. PiLC has four offices based in İstanbul, Ankara and Batman. PiLC is one of the leading partners to landmark international networks including Mondaq, Lawzana, HG Group and Association of European Attorneys. Based on a detailed overview of our client profiles, our service quality, service satisfaction together with our marketing and branding efforts, PiLC is chosen as the winner for the awards for the 2022|2023 international law firm, the 2024 Global Recognition and the 2025 Banking&Finance Law Experts.Currently, PiLC provides full-fledged legal and business consultancy to leading international companies, the Ministry of Health of Kuwait and landmark international organizations including the World Bank Group and the European Union. PiLC also offers legal consultancy and representation service to the foreigners in key legal areas, among others, international trade, anti dumping, citizenship, healthcare, real estate, corporate governance, inheritance, banking and finance.For more information our references please take a look at our reference pages: https://www.pilc.law/our-references/

Turkey Occupational Health and Safety Training Regulation

Turkey Occupational Health and Safety Training Regulation

Turkey Occupational Health and Safety Training Regulation Has Been Amended. There are critical changes to be taken into account by employers and employees working in Turkey. Introduction Turkey Occupational Health and Safety Training Regulation has been amended. The Regulation on the Procedures and Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Training of Employees was circuited in

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TENMAK Intellectual Property Regulation 2026

TENMAK Intellectual Property Regulation

TENMAK Intellectual Property Regulation has been newly published. The Regulation has significant provisions for the management of intellectual property in the field of energy. Introduction: A New Term through TENMAK Intellectual Property Regulation Regulation on Intellectual and Industrial Property Rights of the Turkish Energy, Nuclear and Mineral Research Agency (TENMAK) has been newly circuited in

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Revised Minimum Equity Thresholds for Payment and E-Money Institutions

Revised Minimum Equity Thresholds for Payment and E-Money Institutions

Revised Minimum Equity Thresholds for Payment and E-Money Institutions has been officially declared for the effective date of June 2026. The banking sector should carefully follow up all developments. Introduction Revised Minimum Equity Thresholds for Payment and E-Money Institutions has been newly circuited in the Official Gazette dated January 31, 2026 and numbered 33154. That

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cross border disputes in turkey

Impressive Guide to Cross Border Disputes in Turkey

Impressive Guide to Cross Border Disputes in Turkey represents a challenging aspect for foreigners working and living in Turkey. It is beyond doubt that there are several types for any cross-border issue in Turkey. It requires the involvement of different parties residing in different jurisdictions. Introduction The present article will shed light on cross-border disputes

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The Application of Domestic Legal Standards in Citizenship Cases before Turkish Administrative Courts

The Application of Domestic Legal Standards in Citizenship Cases before Turkish Administrative Courts must be carefully observed by foreign entrepreneurs. Turkish citizenship offers qualified foreigners access to substantial legal, economic, and social benefits. In an increasingly interconnected world, disputes concerning citizenship often extend beyond national borders and involve complex international dimensions. For all citizenship options,

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Investigation into Grok AI

Turkish Data Protection Authority Launches Ex Officio Investigation into Grok AI

Turkish Data Protection Authority launches ex officio investigation into Grok AI. A significant news for all data protection lawyers and legal practitioners. Introduction Turkish Data Protection Authority Launches Ex Officio Investigation into Grok AI. The investigation has been announced by the Personal Data Protection Authority (hereinafter as the Authority). Take a look at the announcement

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Key Decision by the Personal Data Protection Authority for the Data Controllers

Key Decision by the Personal Data Protection Authority for the Data Controllers

Key Decision by the Personal Data Protection Authority for the Data Controllers and Data Processors was published in the Official Gazette dated 1 October 2025 and numbered 33034. Take a look at the full text from here. That is regarded as a core decision dedicated to absorbing the core obligations of data controllers in accordance

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trademark registration in Turkey

Trademark Registration in Turkey

Turkey, positioned as a global manufacturing and trade hub, offers immense opportunities for international brands. However, operating in this market without securing your intellectual property is a significant risk. Turkey follows a strict “First-to-File” system, meaning that generally, the first person to file the application is considered the owner—not necessarily the first person to use

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Franchising and Trademark Licensing in Turkey

Franchising and Trademark Licensing in Turkey: Protecting Know-How and Business Models

Turkey represents a dynamic expansion opportunity for international brands, offering a strategic bridge between Europe and Asia. For food and beverage brands, fashion retailers, and technology companies, entering the Turkish market often involves partnering with local entities through Franchising or Trademark Licensing Agreements in Turkey. Turkey remains a prime destination for international brands. With a

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