01 / Private Law
Transaction Support
Real Estate & TAPU Transactions
Legal due diligence, property purchase and sale support, lease agreement review, and protection of ownership rights.
ATALI & TAGI — Law Firm in Istanbul for International Clients
Real Estate, Business, Investments, Contracts and Disputes in Turkey.
We work with individuals, entrepreneurs and companies, providing legal advice and representation in English and Turkish.
Legal Assistance in Turkey Without Intermediaries or Translators
Buying property, starting a business, or facing a legal dispute in Turkey? Speak directly with a licensed Turkish lawyer — without intermediaries or the risk of important details being lost in translation.
How We Can Help
Assess Legal Risks
We review property, counterparties and contractual terms before you sign.
Support Transactions & Business
We draft contracts, assist with company formation and support you in negotiations.
Protect Your Interests in Disputes
We represent your interests before Turkish courts, in arbitration, mediation and dealings with public authorities.
We work with individuals and companies in Istanbul and throughout Turkey.
Official Legal Status
All attorneys at our firm are licensed legal professionals officially registered with the Turkish Bar Association (Türkiye Barolar Birliği).
We do not provide intermediary or information-only services. Legal consultations, case management and representation before public authorities are handled directly by practicing members of the Turkish Bar in accordance with the Turkish Attorneyship Law No. 1136.
TBB
Bar Registration
No. 1136
Attorneyship Law
Legal Expertise
02 / Immigration Law
Immigration Status
Residence, Citizenship & Immigration
Assistance with residence permits , Turkish citizenship by investment , work permits, and other immigration matters.
03 / Private Law
Asset Protection
Family & Inheritance Law
Inheritance matters, divorce proceedings, division of marital assets, and protection of personal interests.
04 / Litigation
Legal Protection
Civil Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Representation before courts, pre-litigation dispute resolution, mediation, and debt recovery.
05 / Tax Law
Legal Analysis
Tax Matters
Legal advice on taxation of individuals, real estate, assets, and cross-border transactions.
06 / Insurance Law
Damage Claims
Automotive & Insurance Law
Legal assistance following road accidents, disputes with insurance companies, and claims for compensation.
01 / Corporate Law
Business in Türkiye
Commercial & Corporate Law
Company formation and registration , corporate governance, commercial contracts, and business disputes.
02 / Maritime Law
Maritime Practice
Maritime & Shipping Law
Vessel sales and purchases, charter and transportation contracts, ship mortgages, insurance, and liability matters.
03 / Investments
Investment Advisory
Commercial & Investment Law
Support for foreign direct investment, international commercial transactions, and legal advisory for businesses.
04 / Intellectual Property
Brand Protection
Intellectual Property & IT Law
Trademark and patent registration, IT law, protection of intellectual property assets, and personal data compliance.
05 / Development
Development
Construction & Energy Law
Development agreements, legal due diligence of land for construction, and legal support for energy projects .
06 / Arbitration
Arbitration
Insurance Disputes & Arbitration
Loss and damage claims, complex insurance disputes, commercial arbitration, and court representation.
A Clear Legal Process
How We Work
Atalı & Tagi follows a clear and transparent legal process tailored to the nature of each matter — from your initial enquiry through to the resolution of your legal issue.
Every matter is assessed individually. Before we begin work, we review the circumstances of the matter, the documents provided and the applicable law. We then determine the most appropriate form of legal assistance and establish a clear course of action.
We do not provide initial express consultations or free legal opinions.
01
Initial Enquiry
You briefly describe your legal matter. We determine whether it falls within our areas of practice and identify the most appropriate form of legal assistance.
02
Scope of Work
Based on the nature and complexity of the matter, we determine the appropriate format of legal support: a legal consultation, written legal opinion, or comprehensive legal representation.
03
Agreement & Start
We define the scope of work, communication process, expected timeline and legal fees. Once the terms are agreed and payment is received, we begin work on the matter.
04
Ongoing Legal Support
We prepare legal documents, support transactions and negotiations, and represent our clients before Turkish courts, arbitral tribunals, mediators and public authorities.
For Our Clients
You do not need to navigate Turkish law on your own
Dealing with a legal matter in another country can bring additional stress and uncertainty. We explain the legal consequences of the available options, structure the next steps, and support our clients throughout the key stages — from document preparation and negotiations to litigation and other legal proceedings.
Academic Approach. Practical Protection
Expertise & Academic Experience
Our Team
We combine the practical experience of practicing lawyers with academic expertise when a matter requires in-depth analysis of complex or cross-border issues under Turkish and international law.
Elmar Tagi is an attorney with over 10 years of legal practice, specializing in contract law, transaction support, and international legal consulting.
He obtained his legal education in Türkiye and practices within the Turkish legal system.
Elmar provides legal assistance to English- and Russian-speaking clients in matters involving real estate acquisitions, business structuring, contract negotiations, and investment projects.
He is a graduate of Ankara University and a member of the Turkish Bar Association.
Fluent in Russian, Turkish, and English.
Possesses extensive legal knowledge and a strong academic background. She graduated from the Faculty of Law at Bilkent University in 2015 and subsequently obtained an LL.M. degree from Ankara University in 2020. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the Faculty of Law of Turkish-German University. She has been a member of the Turkish Bar Association since 2016, having been a member of the Ankara Bar Association from 2016 to 2021 and a member of the Istanbul Bar Association since 2021.
She specializes in commercial and investment law, intellectual property law, information technology law, construction law, employment law, and corporate law. She is fluent in Turkish and English.
Professor Musa Aygul is a leading expert in private international law. He obtained his Ph.D. from Selçuk University in 2006 and completed his LL.M. and undergraduate legal education at Ankara University Faculty of Law. Since 2012, he has taught at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University, where he has served as a professor since 2022. He is the author of numerous academic publications and specializes in issues concerning the applicable law to companies and contractual obligations.
Legal Services
Choose the Right Level of Legal Support
We tailor our legal services to the nature and complexity of each matter, from focused legal consultations and written opinions to comprehensive legal representation and ongoing support.
Legal Consultation
Suitable for matters where you need professional legal advice, an assessment of your position, clarification of applicable Turkish law, or guidance on the most appropriate course of action.
Frequently Asked Questions
Client Advisory & Guidance
Essential information about our consultation process, remote legal services, and representation for international clients in Turkey.
Yes. All of our lawyers are fluent in English and can communicate directly with international clients throughout the legal process. Consultations, legal correspondence, document reviews, negotiations, and representation can all be conducted in English, allowing clients to work directly with their lawyer without relying on external interpreters.
Not in most cases. Many legal matters can be handled remotely, including consultations, document review, contract drafting, negotiations, and representation under a Power of Attorney (PoA). If your personal attendance is required by a court, public authority, notary, or other institution, we will inform you in advance and explain what is required.
We begin by reviewing the information and documents relevant to your matter. Based on the nature and complexity of the case, we determine the appropriate scope of legal services, which may include a consultation, a written legal opinion, document preparation, or full legal representation. Once the terms of engagement are agreed and the firm is formally retained, we proceed with the agreed legal work.
Yes. We provide legal due diligence for real estate transactions in Turkey. Depending on the transaction, our review may include TAPU records, ownership and title history, mortgages and other encumbrances, restrictions, judicial measures, zoning and property-related records, and the terms of the relevant contracts. The purpose is to identify potential legal risks before the transaction is completed.
Yes. We advise international individuals, entrepreneurs, investors, and companies on legal matters connected with Turkey. Our services include company formation, commercial contracts, corporate matters, investment transactions, negotiations, regulatory issues, and commercial dispute resolution.
Yes. We provide legal representation in judicial and extrajudicial proceedings in Turkey. Depending on the matter, our services may include legal assessment, claim and defence preparation, litigation strategy, settlement negotiations, mediation, arbitration, and representation before Turkish courts and relevant public authorities.
No. We do not provide free legal advice or preliminary legal assessments. Providing reliable legal advice requires an appropriate review of the relevant facts, documents, legal issues, and applicable deadlines. We therefore structure our services according to the nature and complexity of each matter and provide legal advice within the agreed scope of engagement.
ATALI & TAGI LAW FIRM
Contact Our Office
OFFICE LOCATION
Atali & Tagi Law Firm
Caferağa, Gen. Asım Gündüz Cd. No:92 Kat:3 Daire:6
34710 Kadıköy / İstanbul, Türkiye
* Office consultations are strictly by appointment only.