Türkiye

Firm overview

Founded in 1964 by Hayri Dericioğlu, Ankara Patent is one of Turkiye's most respected and pioneering IP consultancy firms. With almost 60 years of experience, Ankara Patent has made significant contributions to the development of the intellectual property system in Turkiye.

The firm's innovative services and continuously updated technological infrastructure have helped it to stay ahead of the curve in the ever-changing IP landscape. Ankara Patent was the first to establish a database of IP rights in Türkiye, the first to use an integrated ERP system for IP management, and the first to implement AI-powered tools for IP protection. In addition to its legal and technical expertise, Ankara Patent is also known for its strong commitment to customer service. The firm's team of experienced IP lawyers, patent and trademark attorneys, european patent attorneys and consultants dedicated to providing clients with the best possible representation and advice.

By partnering with Ankara Patent, clients align themselves with a legacy of unparalleled expertise and dedication in the IP field. Ensuring not only protection but also the strategic enhancement of intellectual assets, the firm represents corporate excellence and a commitment to pushing boundaries in the IP domain.

Our Core Values & Principles

Integrity
At Ankara Patent, we prioritize conducting all our operations with utmost honesty and transparency. Upholding ethical standards is at the core of all our endeavors.

Excellence
Striving for superior performance and service quality in every aspect of our work is essential to us. We continually push our boundaries to deliver the best to our clients.

Innovation
The ever-evolving nature of the IP sector demands continuous innovation. We are dedicated to introducing new ideas, methodologies, and technologies to stay ahead of the curve.

Client-Centric Approach
Understanding and addressing our clients' unique needs is of paramount importance. We commit to tailoring our solutions to offer maximum value to our clientele.

Teamwork
Believing in the power of collaboration, we foster an environment where our team can work cohesively, ensuring that the collective intelligence benefits our clients.

Sustainability
We understand the importance of creating long-term value. Hence, we work diligently to ensure our actions today will lead to a sustainable and prosperous future for all stakeholders.

Continuous Learning
The landscape of IP is vast and ever-changing. We emphasize the importance of continuous learning and professional growth to keep pace with the industry's demands.

Firm overview

OFO VENTURA was founded in 2002 by Özlem Futman, who has been working in the IP field since 1997 as a qualified attorney at law, trademark and patent attorney and European patentattorney.

Our team is composed of partners, senior lawyers and senior trademark and patent attorneys who provide skilled legal support and advice across the full range of IP services, including prosecution, litigation, enforcement, counselling and non-contentiousmatters.

We are an Istanbul-based firm with corresponding offices in Ankara and in the northern part ofCyprus.

Our practice covers all aspects of IP rights, including patents, utility models, trademarks, copyright, designs, geographical indications, licensing, domain names and dataprotection.

Our areas of specialty where IP protection and counterfeiting are particular concerns in Turkey include fashion, luxury products, sporting goods, stationery, electronics, automobile, online games and telecommunication. Our expertise in handling the most complex IP cases has attracted a renowned and international client base that spans other industries, particularly in highly regulated areas such as cosmetics, food and beverages, andpharmaceuticals.

We use our experience in these industries and strategically apply them to the issues faced in otherindustries.

Our team excels at more complex and contentious IP matters and combines its broad experience and skillsets with the creativity and tenacity required in this tricky market in the most responsive and effective manner. We do not limit our knowledge to local law and practice; we also closely follow IP practice, developments and case law worldwide. This drive for constant improvement is making a positive impact in themarketplace.

Since 2002 we have earned the loyalty of a distinguished national and international client base by connecting with them and managing their issues with tenacity in this challengingjurisdiction.

Constantly improving, researching, and analysing to find solutions, we get outstanding results. Clients across the globe have mandated us because we can deliver the result that they want for their IPrights.

Key rules of behaviour

100% – each matter is examined from ground zero and each strategy is built around the notion of 100% (answers clients’ needs, is unique), even in relation to portfolios that we have handled for years.

Strategic partnership – we see ourselves not just as counsel, but also as our clients’ local strategic business partner. We care about our clients’ IP rights, equity and market share.

Mastery – we love winning and thrive on challenging cases. Our success is your success.

Protection – we fiercely protect our clients’ interests because we take each case personally; success for your case is our main goal.

As active members of numerous committees of national and international IP organisations (eg, INTA, European Communities Trademark Association, International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property, Pharmaceutical Trademarks Group, German Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property, MARQUES, Turkish Patent and Trademark Agents Association), we stay abreast of all the latest IP developments – in Turkey and abroad. In addition, our founding partner is a contributor to the best-known IP blog in Turkey (https://iprgezgini.org).

Our commitment and high engagement with IP organisations also mean that we have become a voice for change inTurkey.

OFO VENTURA has been recognised as a leading IP firm by Managing IP (IP Stars), Legal 500, WTR 1000 and IAM1000.

Firm overview

Balcıoğlu Selçuk Eymirlioğlu Ardıyok Keki Attorney Partnership is an Istanbul based full-service law firm led by experienced professionals since 2007.

Our Firm’s practice areas include intellectual property, data and technology, data privacy and cybersecurity, corporate, mergers and acquisitions, competition and antitrust, public policy and regulatory, real estate and construction, project finance, franchising and distribution, FinTech, employment and labour, banking and finance, capital markets, arbitration, litigation and dispute resolution, trade, WTO and customs, and tax law.

Drawing on broad experience gained at Turkish and global law firms and international organizations, we have a strong team of almost 100 lawyers, each well equipped to provide creative and diligent transaction counselling and cutting-edge legal services.

Our Firm has gained an outstanding reputation and valued clientele by tailoring effective legal solutions to a broad spectrum of clients of all sizes and individuals; entrepreneurs; small businesses and start-ups; governments and government agencies; and mid-sized and larger private and public corporations, including international and global entities.

Firm overview

As Grup Ofis Marka Patent, established in 1984, we are exclusively devoted to the protection of intellectual property rights. With offices located in Ankara, Istanbul, Izmir, we are a dedicated team of 80 professional trademark and patent attorneys along with the operational and technical staff.

Over 200.000 applications and 25.000 oppositions have been handled by our experienced team for more than 30 years and this extensive portfolio is steadily growing. With a large and strong international network all around the world, we provide services to more than 15.000 local and international clients. The success that we reached is a reflection of our knowledge and experience which will let our clients achieve maximum benefits.

We are the leading technical and legal advisors at all levels on all areas of IP matters in Turkey. Our firm exclusively assists clients in protecting their trademarks, patents, designs, domain names and all services related to IP fields.