About Us

Founder
Fatma Karakülah, LL.M.
Attorney | Mediator | Trademark Attorney | ISO Legal Compliance Consultant

Fatma Karakülah has been a registered attorney with the Istanbul Bar since 2010 and brings extensive legal experience to her practice. Since 2023, she has been certified as a mediator, and since 2024, she has been authorized as a trademark attorney. She also holds certified English–Turkish sworn translator credentials. Beyond her legal practice, she mentors young lawyers and supports newly established law firms in their development.

She completed her undergraduate law degree at Istanbul University Faculty of Law in 2009 and earned her Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Trade Law from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, in 2013. She is currently pursuing a doctoral degree in trademark law at the University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland.

With over 15 years of experience, she has deep expertise in contract law, corporate law, dispute resolution, compliance processes, and international commercial litigation. She has provided advisory services to numerous sectors including telecommunications, construction, energy, manufacturing, hospitality, media, e-commerce, transportation, and fintech.

Her primary areas of focus include:

Intellectual property law (trademarks, patents, designs)
Commercial law and corporate governance
Labor and social security law
Data protection law (KVKK & GDPR)
Cross-border investments and legal compliance processes

Fatma Karakülah is an active professional in both national and international legal communities. She serves as an ISO 27001 Information Security Management System consultant and an ISO 19011 internal auditor, providing legal support to companies in certification, quality management, and regulatory compliance processes.

She earned her LL.M. with a thesis entitled “Compulsory Licensing in Pharmaceutical Products under Turkish and Swiss Patent Law” and has obtained certifications in various fields including intellectual property, competition law, banking and finance, startup law, anti-money laundering, internal auditing, cyber law, and maritime commercial law.

She has authored several articles on trademark and commercial law and is an active member of the Istanbul Bar Intellectual and Industrial Property Rights Commission as well as the Continuing Professional Development Center.

As of 2025, Karakülah operates her Istanbul-based office, providing services to clients in Turkey, Germany, Switzerland, and the MENA region, effectively removing geographical barriers. Her firm, TURKIUS Law, is a member of the Worldwide Independent Lawyers League (WILL) and coordinates legal support in over 70 countries for matters involving Turkish elements.

Following her involvement in a major international banking case in Paris, she began a pre-university program in Banking and Insurance, set to graduate in August 2025.

As a mediator, she specializes in commercial disputes, labor law, and banking and finance matters, while also providing mediation services in other areas of private law.

With her international legal perspective, multilingual communication skills, and solution-oriented approach, Fatma Karakülah is dedicated to delivering reliable, high-quality legal services that transcend borders and meet the diverse needs of her clients.

Attorney Law Fatma Karakülah is registered with the Istanbul Bar Association and personally provides legal services limited to matters governed by Turkish law. In disputes subject to foreign law, she offers legal services in cooperation with attorneys of the relevant jurisdiction who are members of the international network to which she belongs. The terms 'Rechtsanwältin Fatma Karakülah' in German or 'Lawyer Fatma Karakülah' in English are used to indicate that Fatma Karakülah is a licensed attorney in Turkey.

Services

Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services, based in Istanbul, provides highly qualified, solution-oriented legal consultancy, advocacy, mediation, and intellectual property services across more than 70 countries, leveraging its membership in international legal networks and collaboration with trusted, specialized partners. In today’s globalized business environment, commercial and individual activities spanning multiple countries require effective management of legal risks and complex regulations. Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services addresses these needs with a comprehensive service approach, ensuring that clients receive secure, transparent, and strategically guided legal support for all their requirements.

In international business and investment processes, geographical distances, differing regulations, and local procedural variations can pose significant challenges. To overcome these obstacles, Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services works in close coordination with a broad network of legal experts across various specialties, delivering fast, effective, and locally adapted solutions. From company formation and contract management to investment and immigration consultancy and international commercial law processes, clients receive strategic guidance at every stage. Companies and individuals operating in Turkey benefit from legal services fully compliant with Turkish legislation while maintaining alignment with international standards.

Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services focuses on the unique needs of each client. This approach extends beyond addressing immediate legal issues, encompassing the proactive identification of potential risks and ensuring long-term legal security. Advisory services in areas such as labor and social security law, administrative law, immigration law, intellectual property rights, investment law, and dispute resolution are structured to align with clients’ strategic goals. Consequently, legal processes not only provide short-term solutions but also guarantee long-term stability and protection.

For international and cross-border projects, Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services coordinates with qualified attorneys in relevant jurisdictions through its legal network. This ensures that matters subject to foreign law are handled in full compliance with local regulations, minimizing operational risks. Critical processes such as company formation, contract drafting, and conducting business activities within a legally compliant framework are meticulously planned and monitored, enabling clients to manage their operations securely and seize investment opportunities with confidence.

Preventive legal counsel and risk management are key pillars of Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services’ services. Clients are supported not only in resolving disputes but also in implementing strategies to prevent potential conflicts. This includes contract drafting, establishing internal control mechanisms, monitoring corporate compliance processes, and conducting regulatory analyses. By addressing potential legal challenges proactively, clients gain the ability to manage risks before they materialize.

Particularly in international trade, investment, and immigration matters, harmonizing local and international regulations is essential. Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services customizes legal processes according to each client’s objectives, industry, and operational structure, ensuring optimal solutions. Legal consultancy thus transforms from a procedural formality into a strategic partnership. Services in advocacy, mediation, and intellectual property management empower clients to operate safely both locally and internationally.

The consultancy provided by Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services is also designed to safeguard clients’ long-term goals. Legal risks are analyzed, strategic recommendations are offered, and compliance at each step is carefully verified. This approach ensures predictability in business and personal planning while making legal processes transparent and manageable. Clients have access to professional support whenever needed, minimizing legal uncertainty.

In conclusion, Turkius Law & Mediation & IP Services is a trusted partner for legal consultancy, advocacy, mediation, and intellectual property services in Turkey. Leveraging its international legal network and expert partners, the firm addresses all legal needs strategically, securely, and solution-focused. Services are designed to minimize risks, ensure predictable and transparent legal processes, and enable clients to achieve their objectives with confidence.

Contract Law

Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts in both English and Turkish.

Corporate Law and Commercial Transactions

Company formation, commercial contracts, transactions, and litigation.

International Law and Investment Advisory

Reliable legal support for cross-border transactions, contracts, litigation, and foreign investments.

Construction Law and Real Estate Transactions

Property sales, international turnkey construction projects, and execution of EPC contracts.

Intellectual Property Law and Trademark & Industrial Design Registration

Trademark, design, patent and utility model registration, monitoring, and litigation before the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office; IP-related contracts and disputes.

Information Technology and Telecommunications Law

Legal solutions in software, data protection, and electronic communications.

E-Commerce Law and Consumer Disputes

Compliance in e-commerce operations and resolution of consumer disputes.

Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Court Decisions

Legal representation for the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments in Turkey.

Data Protection and Compliance

Compliance and legal advisory services under KVKK and GDPR for your data processing activities.

Lease Law

Resolution of rental-related disputes including eviction, rent determination, and collection.

Immigration and Foreigners Law

Legal assistance for residence permits, work permits, and citizenship applications.

Labor Law and Social Security Law

Advisory on employment contracts, termination, compensation, and employer-employee relations.

Administrative Law

Litigation concerning administrative acts, full remedy actions, and public procurement disputes.

Litigation and Enforcement Proceedings

Efficient legal management of litigation and enforcement processes.

Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Assistance in both mandatory and voluntary mediation procedures.

Investment and Skilled Immigration Advisory in Germany

Company formation, residence permit applications, and EU Blue Card consultancy.

Additional Legal Services

Thanks to our participation in an international legal network, we offer comprehensive legal services in cooperation with our partners in over 70 countries.