Gün + Partners is a leading law firm in Turkey, renowned for its comprehensive intellectual property (IP) practice. The firm offers a full range of IP services, including civil, criminal, and administrative litigation, arbitration and mediation, advisory, transactional, registration, opposition, maintenance, enforcement, anti-counterfeiting, and investigation advice.
Notable practitioners: Mehmet Gün and Uğur Aktekin.
The head of the IP practice at Gün + Partners is Uğur Aktekin, who co-chairs the firm's intellectual property practice and the technology, media, and telecom industry practice.
2026
"Exceptionally creative and really clear advice given at all times."
"Value for money, able to work within client constraints and knowledgeable."
"The team at Gün + Partners is very well resourced with technically excellent partners supported by very strong and competent associate solicitors."
"The team is commercially focused and will go to great lengths to deliver the best result for my Irish based client, which is a global leader in the fast-moving consumer goods sector. The team has offered very commercial and pragmatic advice on a complex trade mark infringement and unfair competition court case in Turkiye which my client has been involved in for the past couple of years."
"Solution oriented approach; the team always considers the business needs of the client first, rather than coming with solutions which do not fit these needs."
"The filing and prosecution team is reliable, detail-oriented, and very efficient in managing deadlines and formal requirements."
"The firm is excellent and covers all aspects of IP. The service is high-end and letting them take care of our client's cases in Turkiye is very easy!"
"An excellent team with deep understanding of the national case law giving spot-on advise."
"Our longstanding collaboration with Gun + Partners has been a true asset to our patent practice. Their team combines deep technical expertise with a practical, business-oriented approach that consistently delivers results. They are responsive, insightful, and highly reliable, demonstrating an impressive command of both local patent law and the broader strategic considerations that matter to our company. Their proactive guidance, attention to detail, and ability to navigate complex matters with clarity have made them an invaluable partner in safeguarding our intellectual property. I also love that I get to work with a litigation team made up entirely of talented women!"
Ugur Aktekin
"Ugur and his team are so responsive and adept at providing creative solutions for the client in a tricky jurisdiction. They listen to feedback, and thoughtfully find ways around issues."
"He is an outstanding lawyer with a business focus, which is very much appreciated."
Hande Hançar
"Hande Hançar is an excellent IP practitioner. She is technically excellent and commercially switched on. She has delivered excellent results in IP litigation and enforcement matters in Turkey for my Irish based client, which is a global leader in the fast-moving consumer goods sector worldwide."
Selin Sinem Erciyas
"Selin is an excellent IP lawyer in Turkey whose practice stands out for its rare combination of litigation strength, legal depth, and commercial insight. She is a highly effective, able to translate complex legal and technical issues into clear, persuasive arguments before the courts. What truly distinguishes her is her ability to grasp sophisticated scientific concepts quickly and thoroughly, allowing her to engage deeply with the technologies at the heart of each case."
"Selin is an excellent lawyer who brings together professionalism, sharp analytic thinking, and impressive legal and business insight. She understands our needs quickly, offers practical and strategic solutions, and always makes us feel we’re in good hands. Beyond her skills, she’s warm, approachable, and incredibly easy to work with. Her commitment, clear guidance, and ability to see the bigger picture make her an invaluable partner."
Pinar Arikan
"Pinar is highly responsive, well organized, and clear in communication, with a strong ability to manage matters efficiently and reliably."
2025
"Easy to work with, and they provided good advice."
"Excellent understanding of the innovative life sciences industry, excellent timeliness of advice."
"Expertise and good grasp of English language, making them user- and client-friendly."
"Gün + Partners creates an environment where clients feel valued and confident in their legal counsel, ultimately driving successful outcomes for all parties involved."
"Gün + Partners has assisted me with all trade mark filing and enforcement in Turkey on behalf of the noted company for over 30 years."
"Gün + Partners has strong expertise in this area and has deep knowledge of clients."
"Gün + Partners provides timely advice that is actionable and strategic. They also provide alternatives that are reasonable and are conscious of budget."
"Knowledgeable, experienced, and result-oriented team."
"Responsive, clear advice. Proactive to notify us of issues."
"The hands-on nature of the partners involved was truly impressive."
“The team have excellent legal skills and unwavering dedication to us. They have a keen analytical mind, are strategic thinkers, and have a deep understanding of the Turkish law. They are able to navigate complex legal issues with precision and clarity to achieve the best possible outcomes for us.”
“Their professionalism, attention to detail, and strong advocacy make them highly "Their expertise, dedication, and ability to anticipate and mitigate potential legal risks have been invaluable in supporting our long-term business objectives.”
"Respected in the legal community. It is always a privilege to work alongside the team."
"They are both professionally and personally a pleasure to work with."
"They are detail-oriented, practical and very responsive."
“They are consistently responsive, proactive, and thorough in their communication, ensuring we are well-informed and confident in every step of the process. Their ability to deliver desired results while maintaining a collaborative and transparent relationship has made them a trusted partner in safeguarding our interests."
"They are extremely knowledgeable, experienced and professional in all areas of trade mark law."
"They provide timely and business-focused advice. I have learned to trust their assessment of chances of success and happily refer my clients to them."
"They win most of the cases—and their advice is always flawless. The communication is super clear, concise and enjoyable.”
"They work as part of your team, not as an outside consultant."
“We are confident that their services would benefit any organisation seeking reliable and effective."
"We value Gün + Partners for their professionalism, expertise, and client-focused approach. Their deep understanding of the legal landscape, especially in intellectual property matters, allows them to provide strategic and practical solutions tailored to our needs.”
Özge Atılgan Karakulak
“She is a professional who we trust, and who always provides very straightforward advice to us."
Case studies show that the firm assisted the client, a pharmaceutical company and Istanbul Anti-smuggling police whilst they conducted raids at several addresses of a well-known infringer’s network.
Case studies show that the firm represented the client, a textile printing company in defence against Patent Infringement Claims in the Textile Printing Market.
Zeynep Çağla Üstün is the key practitioner to watch.
Copyright
Case studies show that the firm assisted the client, an online gaming company in preliminary Injunction Enforcement for Copyright Infringement.