Terms of Service

Last Updated: 24 July 2026

These Terms of Service govern your access to and use of www.legalbalkan.com, including the information, materials, communication channels, and services made available through the website.

Understanding the Terms of Service is essential for all users to navigate their responsibilities and rights.

These Terms of Service should be reviewed periodically to stay informed about any updates or changes.

The Terms of Service are in place to protect both users and the website operator.

All users must comply with the Terms of Service to ensure a fair and safe environment.

By accessing or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use the website.

1. Website Operator

The website www.legalbalkan.com is operated under the LegalBalkan brand by:

For any inquiries related to the Terms of Service, users may contact customer support.

Attorney Osman Efe Eren – LegalBalkan
Eğitim Mahallesi, Çiftlikiçi Sokak
No: 2-4, Kaya Apartmanı
Floor 2, Apartment 8
Kadıköy, Istanbul
Türkiye

Telephone: +90 216 706 98 96
Email: info@legalbalkan.com

Legal services in jurisdictions outside Türkiye may be provided in cooperation with duly licensed local lawyers, partner law firms, notaries, translators, accountants, consultants, and other authorized professionals, where required by applicable law.

2. Purpose of the Website

The LegalBalkan website provides general information about our legal practice, professional services, publications, areas of expertise, and cross-border legal activities.

The website may include information concerning:

  • Company formation and corporate law;
  • Residence and work permits;
  • Citizenship applications;
  • Real estate transactions;
  • Inheritance and estate matters;
  • Debt collection and enforcement;
  • Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments;
  • Contract law;
  • Trademark protection;
  • Public procurement and lawful lobbying services;
  • Legal translations, apostille, notarization, and consular authentication;
  • Other legal and administrative procedures across the Balkans.

The availability and scope of a service may differ depending on the applicable legislation, professional regulations, administrative procedures, and local requirements of the relevant country.

3. No Legal Advice

The information published on this website is provided for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal, tax, financial, accounting, immigration, or investment advice.

Legal rules and administrative practices may change, and the application of the law depends on the specific facts and circumstances of each matter. You should not act or refrain from acting solely on the basis of information published on this website.

Professional advice should be obtained before making any legal, commercial, financial, or investment decision.

4. No Attorney–Client Relationship

Accessing this website, reading its content, submitting a contact form, sending an email, making a telephone call, or requesting preliminary information does not automatically create an attorney–client relationship.

An attorney–client relationship is established only after:

  • The matter has been reviewed;
  • Any required identity, compliance, and conflict checks have been completed;
  • The scope of the legal service has been agreed;
  • The professional fees and expenses have been confirmed;
  • A written engagement agreement or legal services agreement has been executed, where required.

LegalBalkan encourages users to familiarize themselves with the Terms of Service before engaging with the website.

The Terms of Service do not create a client-attorney relationship until all necessary steps are completed.

Until these steps are completed, LegalBalkan has no obligation to act on your behalf, protect legal deadlines, submit applications, file proceedings, or preserve any legal rights.

5. No Guarantee of Results

LegalBalkan does not guarantee the outcome of any application, litigation, administrative procedure, negotiation, tender, debt recovery process, citizenship application, residence application, enforcement proceeding, or other legal matter.

Decisions may depend on courts, public authorities, administrative institutions, counterparties, banks, notaries, consulates, tender authorities, or other independent third parties.

Any statement concerning possible results, timeframes, costs, or legal strategies is an assessment based on the information available at the relevant time and should not be interpreted as a guarantee.

6. Requests for Legal Services

When contacting LegalBalkan, you agree to provide information that is accurate, complete, and not misleading.

We may request documents and information necessary to:

  • Understand the legal matter;
  • Conduct a conflict-of-interest review;
  • Verify identity and authority;
  • Assess legal risks;
  • Determine the appropriate jurisdiction;
  • Prepare a fee proposal;
  • Comply with legal and professional obligations.

LegalBalkan reserves the right to accept or decline any request for legal services without being required to provide a reason, subject to applicable professional rules.

7. Confidentiality of Initial Communications

LegalBalkan takes reasonable measures to protect communications received through the website. However, information submitted before an attorney–client relationship has been formally established may not benefit from the full scope of attorney–client privilege or professional confidentiality in every jurisdiction.

You should not submit highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, or time-critical information through general website forms unless specifically requested.

Sending unsolicited information does not prevent LegalBalkan or a cooperating law firm from representing another person whose interests may be adverse to yours, provided that professional and conflict-of-interest rules permit such representation.

Any use of services provided must comply with the Terms of Service.

8. Professional Fees and Expenses

Information published on the website does not constitute a binding fee quotation unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.

Users are encouraged to read the Terms of Service carefully to understand their rights.

Professional fees may depend on:

  • The complexity of the matter;
  • The relevant jurisdiction;
  • The value of the transaction or dispute;
  • The estimated time required;
  • The urgency of the service;
  • The number of professionals involved;
  • Translation, notarization, apostille, court, registry, administrative, travel, and third-party expenses.

The applicable fees, payment terms, taxes, and additional expenses will be set out in a written proposal, engagement letter, or legal services agreement.

9. Cross-Border Legal Services

LegalBalkan coordinates cross-border legal matters involving different legal systems and professional jurisdictions.

Where local law requires representation by a lawyer admitted in the relevant country, services may be provided together with licensed local counsel. Local lawyers and other professionals may act as independent service providers and may be subject to their own terms, professional duties, liability rules, and privacy policies.

LegalBalkan does not represent that its lawyers are licensed to practise law in every jurisdiction mentioned on the website.

10. Public Procurement and Lobbying Services

LegalBalkan’s public procurement and lobbying services are limited to lawful activities, including:

  • Monitoring public procurement opportunities;
  • Reviewing tender requirements;
  • Preparing legal and corporate documentation;
  • Supporting lawful institutional communication;
  • Presenting clients’ technical and commercial capabilities;
  • Structuring partnerships and consortiums;
  • Providing legal and strategic advice;
  • Assisting with complaints, objections, and contractual procedures.

Ensure that all operations are within the guidelines set forth by the Terms of Service.

These services do not include:

  • Improperly influencing public officials;
  • Offering or facilitating unlawful benefits;
  • Manipulating procurement decisions;
  • Circumventing public procurement rules;
  • Guaranteeing the award of a tender.

Clients must comply with all applicable anti-corruption, competition, procurement, sanctions, and ethical regulations.

11. Use of Artificial Intelligence and Legal Technology

LegalBalkan may use artificial intelligence, document-management systems, translation technologies, legal research tools, and other Legal Tech solutions to support its professional activities.

These systems may be used for tasks such as:

  • Organizing documents;
  • Conducting preliminary legal research;
  • Managing deadlines and workflows;
  • Supporting translations;
  • Reviewing large volumes of information;
  • Improving communication and case management.

The Terms of Service are subject to updates that reflect changes in legislation and practice.

Technology is used as a professional support tool and does not replace the judgment, supervision, or responsibility of qualified lawyers.

12. Acceptable Use of the Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes.

You must not:

  • Use the website in violation of any law or regulation;
  • Submit false, fraudulent, defamatory, threatening, or unlawful content;
  • Attempt to obtain unauthorized access to the website or its systems;
  • Introduce viruses, malicious code, or harmful software;
  • Interfere with the security or operation of the website;
  • Collect website data through unauthorized automated systems;
  • Copy, republish, or commercially exploit website content without permission;
  • Impersonate another person or misrepresent your authority;
  • Use the website to facilitate fraud, corruption, money laundering, sanctions violations, or other unlawful activity.

LegalBalkan may restrict or terminate access where misuse is identified.

13. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, the website design, texts, articles, service descriptions, graphics, logos, trademarks, databases, documents, and other materials published on www.legalbalkan.com are owned by or licensed to LegalBalkan.

For clarity, refer to the Terms of Service before making decisions based on the content.

The content may be viewed and downloaded for personal and non-commercial informational purposes.

Without prior written permission, users may not:

  • Reproduce website content;
  • Republish articles or service descriptions;
  • Modify or distribute materials;
  • Use content for commercial purposes;
  • Create derivative works;
  • Remove copyright or ownership notices;
  • Use LegalBalkan’s name, logo, or branding in a misleading manner.

Limited quotations may be used where permitted by law, provided that LegalBalkan is properly identified as the source.

14. Third-Party Content and External Links

The website may include links to courts, public institutions, professional organizations, government authorities, international organizations, business partners, and other third-party websites.

These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. LegalBalkan does not control and is not responsible for:

  • Third-party website content;
  • Availability or security;
  • Privacy practices;
  • Accuracy of information;
  • Products or services offered by third parties.

The inclusion of a link does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee.

15. Accuracy and Availability of Information

LegalBalkan aims to keep website content accurate and up to date. However, we do not warrant that all information will always be complete, current, error-free, or suitable for a particular purpose.

Legislation, court decisions, administrative practices, government fees, tax rates, application requirements, and official procedures may change without prior notice.

LegalBalkan may update, remove, suspend, or modify any part of the website at any time.

We do not guarantee that the website will be uninterrupted, free from technical errors, or available at all times.

16. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, LegalBalkan will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from:

  • Reliance on general information published on the website;
  • Failure to obtain matter-specific legal advice;
  • Inaccurate or incomplete information submitted by a user;
  • Changes in legislation or administrative practice;
  • Decisions made by courts, authorities, banks, notaries, consulates, or other third parties;
  • Website interruptions, technical failures, malware, or unauthorized access;
  • Third-party websites or external services;
  • Missed deadlines where no formal engagement has been accepted;
  • Unauthorized use of website content.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by mandatory law or applicable professional rules.

17. Indemnification

To the extent permitted by law, you agree to compensate LegalBalkan for losses, claims, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from:

  • Your unlawful use of the website;
  • Your breach of these Terms of Service;
  • False or misleading information provided by you;
  • Your infringement of third-party rights;
  • Your violation of applicable law.

This provision does not apply where prohibited by mandatory consumer or professional regulations.

We encourage users to keep the Terms of Service in mind while using our site.

18. Privacy and Personal Data

Personal data collected through the website is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection legislation.

By submitting personal data through the website, you acknowledge that you have reviewed the Privacy Policy.

Where cookies or similar technologies are used, further information may be provided through a separate Cookie Policy or cookie-preference panel.

19. Electronic Communications

By contacting LegalBalkan electronically, you consent to receiving communications by email, telephone, video conference, or other agreed digital channels.

Electronic communications may be subject to technical risks, including delays, transmission errors, unauthorized interception, or malware. Users should apply appropriate security measures when sending documents or confidential information.

LegalBalkan may request that sensitive documents be transmitted through a more secure communication channel.

20. Suspension or Termination

LegalBalkan may suspend, restrict, or terminate access to the website where:

  • These Terms are violated;
  • The website is used unlawfully;
  • Security risks are identified;
  • Technical maintenance is required;
  • Continued access may cause harm to LegalBalkan, its clients, or third parties.

Termination of website access does not affect rights or obligations that arose before termination.

21. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Republic of Türkiye, without prejudice to any mandatory consumer-protection, data-protection, or professional rules applicable in another jurisdiction.

Unless mandatory law provides otherwise, disputes relating solely to the use of this website shall be submitted to the competent courts and enforcement offices of Istanbul, Türkiye.

Legal services provided under a separate engagement agreement may be subject to different governing-law and dispute-resolution provisions.

22. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

The invalid provision will be interpreted or replaced, where legally possible, in a manner that most closely reflects its original purpose.

23. No Waiver

A failure or delay by LegalBalkan to exercise any right under these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that right.

Any waiver must be expressly confirmed in writing.

24. Changes to These Terms

LegalBalkan may revise these Terms of Service to reflect changes in:

  • Legislation;
  • Professional regulations;
  • Services;
  • Technology;
  • Website functions;
  • Business practices.

The updated version will be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the website after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

25. Contact

Questions regarding these Terms of Service may be sent to:

Attorney Osman Efe Eren – LegalBalkan
Eğitim Mahallesi, Çiftlikiçi Sokak
No: 2-4, Kaya Apartmanı
Floor 2, Apartment 8
Kadıköy, Istanbul
Türkiye

Telephone: +90 216 706 98 96
Email: info@legalbalkan.com

By using the website, you agree to abide by the Terms of Service outlined herein.

All disputes will be handled in accordance with the Terms of Service.

LegalBalkan reserves the right to modify the Terms of Service without prior notice.

Users are responsible for staying informed about the Terms of Service updates.

All users must ensure compliance with our Terms of Service to avoid complications.

The Terms of Service act as a legal framework for the user’s activities on the site.

With every interaction, users should consider the implications of the Terms of Service.

By interacting with our website, you are confirming your acceptance of the Terms of Service.

Effective communication requires understanding the Terms of Service.

To ensure compliance, users must familiarize themselves with the Terms of Service.

Your use of the website indicates agreement to the Terms of Service.

Compliance with the Terms of Service is essential for a smooth experience.

Understanding the implications of the Terms of Service aids in responsible website usage.

Users must adhere to the Terms of Service to ensure ethical conduct.