Our mission
To help people and companies facing a legal problem understand their rights and obligations correctly, and to pursue them in line with the law, on time and with complete documentation.
About Bilgi Law Firm and Attorney Mehmet Bilgi
A law firm in Bakırköy, Istanbul, advising and representing individuals and companies from Turkey and abroad in English and Turkish.
The firm
A firm where one attorney handles your file from start to finish
Bilgi Law Firm (Bilgi Hukuk Bürosu) was founded in 2020 by Attorney Mehmet Bilgi, a member of the Istanbul Bar Association. The office is on İncirli Avenue in the Kartaltepe neighbourhood of Bakırköy, on the European side of Istanbul.
Clients deal with the same attorney throughout: the first meeting, the legal assessment, the drafting of petitions, hearings and follow-up of the judgment are all handled personally by Attorney Mehmet Bilgi. This means you receive updates directly from the person responsible for your matter.
The firm works across a wide range of Turkish law, from family, inheritance and labour disputes to company and commercial matters. Foreign nationals are assisted in English with property purchases, citizenship and residence permits. All areas are listed on the Services page.
Attorney
Attorney Mehmet Bilgi
Mehmet Bilgi is an attorney at law registered with the Istanbul Bar Association. He founded Bilgi Law Firm in 2020 and personally handles every file, from the first consultation until the judgment becomes final.
His work covers the disputes individuals most often face, such as family, inheritance, tenancy, employment and consumer matters, as well as the legal procedures foreign nationals go through when buying property, applying for Turkish citizenship or obtaining a residence permit in Turkey. He works with clients in Turkish and English.
He considers explaining legal processes in plain language, and sharing time limits and risks openly from the outset, to be the basis of his professional work. The guides on this website are written with the same approach.
- Bar associationIstanbul Bar Association (İstanbul Barosu) · Registration no: 62232
Verify on the Bar register - Firm founded2020
- Working languagesEnglish, Turkish
- LinkedInMehmet Bilgi
- Instagram@avmehmetbilgi
Attorney Mehmet Bilgi's registration can be checked on the Istanbul Bar Association register; the registration of any attorney in Turkey can be checked on the official website of the Union of Turkish Bar Associations.
Mission and vision
Making the law understandable and preventing loss of rights
Our vision
To be a firm where anyone living in Turkey or with a legal matter in Turkey can access transparent legal services without a language barrier, and follow their case step by step.
Principles
Professional values
The firm's working principles largely derive from the legal framework of the legal profession in Turkey.
Confidentiality
Under Article 36 of the Attorneys Act, information learned in the course of professional work is kept confidential. Personal data is also protected under the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698.
Honest advice
The strengths and weaknesses of your position, time limits, cost items and possible outcomes are shared openly. No outcome is ever guaranteed.
Diligence
As required by Article 34 of the Attorneys Act, every matter is handled with the care the profession demands and in line with professional rules.
Independence
Under Article 1 of the Attorneys Act, the legal profession is an independent profession serving the public; advice is based solely on the law and the needs of your file.
Accessibility
Legal terms and Turkish procedures are explained in plain English, so you can make informed decisions.
Attention to deadlines
Limitation periods and statutory deadlines are tracked from day one, and key dates are shared with you.
International clients
For foreigners with a legal matter in Turkey
The firm assists foreign nationals who want to buy property, apply for citizenship or a residence permit, set up a company, or resolve an inheritance or divorce matter in Turkey. Turkish citizens living abroad can also have their matters handled through a power of attorney, without travelling to Turkey.
ContactFrequently asked questions
Questions about the firm
How many lawyers work at the firm?
The firm is run by its founder, Attorney Mehmet Bilgi, who handles each file personally from the first meeting until it is concluded. Where a matter requires other professionals, such as sworn translators, court experts or accountants, they are involved as the file requires.
Can a foreign national be represented without coming to Turkey?
In most matters, yes. Once you grant a power of attorney, the lawyer can represent you before courts, enforcement offices, the land registry and other authorities. The power of attorney can be issued at a Turkish consulate or before a notary in your country with an apostille, and must then be translated into Turkish by a sworn translator in Turkey. Certain applications may still require your personal attendance.
How will I be kept informed about my case?
Significant developments, such as hearing dates, interim decisions, expert reports and the final judgment, are reported to you by email or phone in English. Court files in Turkey are kept on the electronic judicial network UYAP; holders of Turkish e-Government (e-Devlet) access can also view their files online.
What documents are signed when the engagement starts?
Usually two: a power of attorney before a notary (or a consulate abroad), which authorises the lawyer to represent you, and a written attorney fee agreement setting out the scope of the work and the fee. Under Article 163 of the Attorneys Act, a fee agreement can only be proven in writing.
Why are there no testimonials or case results on this website?
Advertising by lawyers to attract clients is prohibited in Turkey by Article 55 of the Attorneys Act and the rules of the Union of Turkish Bar Associations. The website therefore contains no testimonials, client names, success rates or comparisons, and is intended purely as a source of information.
The information on this page is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult a lawyer about your specific situation. Last updated: 7 October 2026
Need to discuss your legal matter?
You can request an appointment by phone, WhatsApp, email or the contact form. Meetings can be held in English.