Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy & Personal Data Protection

Last Updated: 19.11.2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Pi Legal Consultancy (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal data of our clients, website visitors, and business partners.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal data in accordance with the Law on the Protection of Personal Data No. 6698 (“KVKK”) of the Republic of Turkey and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) of the European Union.

By using our website (www.pilc.law) or engaging our legal services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Who is the Data Controller?

Under the KVKK and GDPR, the Data Controller is:

Pi Legal Consultancy

  • Address: İvedikköy Mah. Melih Gökçek Bulvarı No: 152 A, Yenimahalle / ANKARA
  • Email: info@pilc.law
  • Phone: +90 312 514 80 60

3. What Personal Data Do We Collect?

Depending on your interaction with us (e.g., browsing the website, requesting a consultation, or hiring us for legal representation), we may collect the following types of data:

  • Identity Information: Name, surname, T.C. identity number, passport number, date of birth, nationality.
  • Contact Information: Email address, phone number, registered address.
  • Legal & Case Data: Information regarding your specific legal matter (e.g., details of a debt, family status for divorce cases, company details for formation, criminal records if relevant to defense).
  • Financial Information: Bank account details, billing information, investment amounts (for citizenship applications).
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, time zone setting, and other technology on the devices you use to access this website (via Cookies).

4. How and Why Do We Use Your Data?

We process your personal data for the following purposes and legal bases:

  • To Provide Legal Services: To fulfill our contractual obligations, such as managing your citizenship application, representing you in court, or drafting contracts.
  • Communication: To respond to your inquiries via our contact forms or WhatsApp line.
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with our legal obligations under Turkish Law (e.g., identity verification for the Bar Association, anti-money laundering regulations).
  • Marketing: To send you our newsletters or legal alerts (only if you have provided explicit consent).

5. Who Do We Share Your Data With?

We adhere to strict confidentiality rules (Attorney-Client Privilege). We do not sell your data. We may share your data only when necessary with:

  • Official Authorities: Courts, Enforcement Offices, Notaries, Trade Registry Offices, and Migration Management authorities as required by your legal processes.
  • Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist our operations (e.g., sworn translators, accountants, IT support), bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • International Partners: If your case involves cross-border matters, we may share data with our solution partners in other countries, strictly for the execution of the service.

6. International Data Transfers

As an international law firm, we may need to transfer your data outside of Turkey (e.g., for a lawsuit in the UK or a client in the USA). In such cases, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in compliance with KVKK Article 9 and GDPR requirements.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used, or accessed in an unauthorized way. Our team is trained on data privacy and confidentiality obligations.

8. Your Rights Under KVKK (Article 11)

As a data subject, you have the right to:

  • Learn whether your personal data is processed.
  • Request information if your personal data has been processed.
  • Learn the purpose of processing and whether they are used appropriately.
  • Know the third parties to whom your personal data is transferred domestically or abroad.
  • Request correction of personal data if it is incomplete or incorrectly processed.
  • Request the deletion or destruction of personal data.
  • Object to the occurrence of a result against you by analyzing the processed data exclusively through automated systems.
  • Request compensation for damages in case you suffer damage due to unlawful processing of personal data.

9. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some parts of the website may not function properly.

10. Contact Us

To exercise your rights or if you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: Email: info@pilc.law