Istanbul Bar Association · Attorney
A human approach to problems, a legal solution.
Yusuf Ziya Halıcıoğlu provides litigation, dispute resolution and legal advisory services to individual and corporate clients.
01 — Approach
Every case deserves a carefully built process.
Legal proceedings often begin with uncertainty and concern. Our aim is a predictable working relationship built on trust, in which clients always know which step is taken and why.
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Clear communication
We regularly share, in plain language, where your case stands, the available options and the risks involved.
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A written, transparent process
The scope and fee of our services are set out in a written engagement agreement before any work begins.
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Case-specific strategy
Every dispute is assessed on its own facts; instead of templates, we draw up a roadmap suited to your situation.
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Confidentiality
Everything you share is protected by the duty of professional secrecy under the Attorneys' Act and the rules of the profession.
02 — Practice Areas
Comprehensive legal support in fields that demand specialised knowledge.
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Criminal Law
Defence and representation at the investigation and trial stages, with support on statements, pre-trial detention, appeals and Court of Cassation review.
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Family and Divorce Law
Uncontested and contested divorce, custody, maintenance, division of matrimonial property and protective measures under Law No. 6284.
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Employment Law
Reinstatement, severance and notice pay, employee receivables, mandatory mediation and employment contract advice, for employees and employers.
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Real Estate and Tenancy Law
Rent determination and eviction, title deed cancellation and registration, partition, condominium and flat-for-land construction disputes.
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Commercial and Corporate Law
Company formation and governance, share transfers, general assembly disputes, commercial contracts, unfair competition and commercial debt collection.
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Inheritance Law
Certificates of inheritance, wills, renunciation, reduction and sham-transfer actions, dissolution of co-heirship and division of the estate.
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Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law
Enforcement with or without a judgment, negotiable instruments, annulment of objection, negative declaratory and restitution actions, attachment and concordat.
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Compensation Law
Pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages arising from traffic and workplace accidents, medical malpractice, loss of support, torts and breach of contract.
03 — How We Work
From the first meeting to the outcome.
Each stage is planned so that you always know what to expect.
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Initial meeting
We listen to your request and make a first assessment of the relevant documents and deadlines.
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Legal assessment
Facts and evidence are examined; options, risks and the course of action are agreed together.
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Agreement and power of attorney
The scope and fee are set out in a written agreement and a power of attorney is issued.
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Follow-up and reporting
Mediation, court and enforcement proceedings are conducted, and every key development is reported to you.
04 — Articles
Recent legal notes.
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Will Enforcement Lawsuits in Turkey: Requirements, Time Limits and Procedure
How a legatee claims a bequeathed asset from the heirs in Turkey, from the opening of the will to the ten-year limitation period and reduction and annulment defences.
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Reinstatement Lawsuits in Turkey: Requirements and Time Limits
The requirements for a reinstatement claim by employees covered by job security, mandatory mediation and the preclusive time limits that apply.
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Mandatory Mediation in Tenancy Disputes
Key information on the scope, exceptions and procedure of mandatory mediation in disputes arising from tenancy relationships under Turkish law.
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Appointments
Let us review your legal matter together.
Meetings are by appointment only. Once you send your request, we will get back to you shortly regarding availability and scheduling.
- Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 18:00