Legal matters in Turkey, handled from the Netherlands.

Specialised in Turkish law. Personal guidance for individuals and businesses with legal issues in Turkey.

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Legal guidance without borders

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Turkey

  • Guidance in Dutch
  • Specialised in Turkish law
  • Procedures throughout Turkey
  • Your case handled from the Netherlands
Merve Baştuğ, advocaat bij Law Istanbul

About Merve Baştuğ

Meet Merve Baştuğ.

Merve Baştuğ specialises in Turkish law and guides clients in the Netherlands through legal procedures, disputes and questions in Turkey. Merve is registered with the Bar Association of Aksaray, Turkey. With knowledge of both legal systems, Merve offers clear legal guidance without unnecessary travel or communication problems.

Expertise in Turkish law

From divorce and inheritance to property law, corporate law and criminal law. Merve Baştuğ guides clients through legal procedures throughout Turkey.

Legal guidance from the Netherlands

Personal contact in Dutch and Turkish. You keep oversight of your file while legal handling in Turkey is taken care of.

Clarity from the start

No legal jargon or unclear expectations. You receive advance insight into options, approach, costs and next steps.

Our approach

Our case process

Every matter follows four fixed phases: from intake to completion. You know exactly what happens, who does what, and when you can expect a result.

  1. Phase 1

    Phase 1

    Introduction

    Introduction and assessment

    You outline your situation. We assess which Turkish law applies, whether a process is viable, and what is realistic from the Netherlands.

  2. Phase 2

    Phase 2

    Engagement

    Plan, timeline and costs

    You receive a clear step-by-step plan with scope, schedule and quote. Only then do we start. No surprises afterwards.

  3. Phase 3

    Phase 3

    Representation

    Execution in Turkey

    We conduct procedures, negotiations and correspondence in Turkey. You receive updates in Dutch.

  4. Phase 4

    Phase 4

    Completion

    Outcome and follow-up

    You receive the outcome, relevant documents and, where needed, follow-up until your file is truly closed.

Results & expertise

Trust you can measure by approach.

We do not promise miracles. We offer discipline, local execution and communication you understand.

Our expertise

Communication in Dutch

Clear, personal and in your own language.

Specialist Turkish law

In-depth knowledge of legislation and procedures.

Personal guidance

One dedicated contact, from start to finish.

Local execution throughout Turkey

Experienced partners and specialists on the ground.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can I hire a Turkish lawyer from the Netherlands?
Yes. Law Istanbul specialises in resolving legal matters in Turkey for clients who live in the Netherlands. We arrange intakes, updates and documents digitally or by appointment in the Netherlands.
Do you speak Dutch and Turkish?
Yes. You communicate in Dutch; we work with the Turkish legal system and the required procedures in Turkey. You do not need to master legal Turkish yourself.
Do I have to travel to Turkey for my case?
In most files, no. With a power of attorney and digital communication we can conduct many procedures on your behalf. If your presence is required, we tell you early and clearly.
What costs should I expect?
After an intake you receive a clear quote or fixed fee where possible. No surprises afterwards: we define scope, steps and costs in advance.
How quickly can my case start?
After the initial meeting and receipt of the core documents we usually start the first legal steps within a few working days.

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Ready to resolve your matter in Turkey?

Book an appointment. We assess your situation and give honest advice on the next step.