Turkey falls into the category of developing countries where legal entities are predominantly companies. The globalizing world and the increasing population and commercial activities in our country make professionalization a necessity, compelling even local medium and small-scale companies to engage in commercial activities through written contracts. Today, whether in the startup phase, during growth, or even among large companies, businesses seek legal consultancy from a lawyer. Preventive law, where legal advice is obtained through a legal consultancy contract, has become a necessity for every corporate company, gradually pushing traditional reactive legal assistance—which seeks solutions only after disputes arise—into the background. Indeed, working with a law firm through a legal consultancy contract is not just about entrusting existing cases to the lawyer. The most significant and beneficial aspect of working with a lawyer through legal consultancy is that it allows you to resolve issues before disputes and lawsuits arise or strengthen your position against potential issues.
In addition to representing clients in court, a lawyer also has the duty to provide clients with opinions on resolving legal issues, that is, to offer ‘consultancy’ services.
Preventive legal services, also known as corporate consultancy, are gradually replacing traditional reactive legal assistance, which seeks solutions only after disputes have occurred. A corporate lawyer, through consultancy, presents alternative solutions to legal problems, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each option to help the client make an informed decision. This approach helps prevent disputes from escalating into lawsuits and avoids unnecessary conflicts. In this regard, the lawyer's consultancy role is as important as their defense role in court.
A lawyer, like in other professional activities, is obligated to act within the framework of professional ethics in the performance of their consultancy duties. Since its establishment, Kurçaloğlu Law Office has continued its work with a team of specialized legal experts and partners both domestically and internationally. Within our service areas, our office is committed to providing the best legal consultancy, litigation tracking, and all types of legal services through specialized lawyers and legal professionals.
Turkey falls into the category of developing countries where limited liability companies and joint-stock companies are predominant. The globalizing world and the increasing population in our country make professionalization in commercial activities a necessity, compelling even local medium and small-scale companies to refrain from engaging in business without a written contract. Indeed, this has become the golden key to conducting trade securely in the 21st century.
It is particularly important to note that obtaining legal consultancy, that is, working with a lawyer, is essential for joint-stock companies. Indeed, in this context, the legislator, considering the requirements of the times, has mandated under Article 35/3 of Law No. 1136 on the Legal Profession that joint-stock companies with a capital of 250,000 TL or more must either employ a lawyer on their payroll or obtain continuous services from a lawyer under a contract.
In any investigation conducted by the Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office, the company must present the contract, the lawyer's freelance receipt, and payment receipts related to the invoices. Simply having a legal service contract with a lawyer is not sufficient.
At Kurçaloğlu Law Office, we operate with our team of experts and partners in the fields of Commercial Law, Labor Law, and Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law. We provide prompt solutions to the legal and consultancy needs of companies.
What Happens If There Is No Mandatory Lawyer in the Company?
For the year 2021, it is a legal requirement for joint-stock companies with a capital of 250,000 TL or more to have a lawyer.
Companies that do not comply with this legal requirement are sent a letter by the Bar Association in their province requesting them to present the contract. If the contract and supporting documents are not provided in response to this letter, the Bar Association will file a criminal complaint with the Chief Public Prosecutor's Office in that province against the company.
If a joint-stock company does not have a lawyer in violation of the Attorney's Law, an administrative fine equivalent to two months' gross minimum wage will be imposed.
For the year 2021, the monthly penalty for not having a lawyer is 3577.50 TL multiplied by 2, totaling 7155 TL per month.
If a joint-stock company does not have a contracted lawyer throughout the year, a total administrative fine of 85,860 TL will be imposed."
Are limited liability companies required to have a lawyer?
In Turkey, limited liability companies are not required to have a lawyer, regardless of their capital. However, the lack of a mandatory requirement does not prevent companies from having a lawyer. To avoid any legal losses and to prevent both financial and emotional setbacks, it is always advantageous to seek legal support from a lawyer.
Is it necessary to have a legal consultancy agreement?
Companies seeking legal consultancy services from a lawyer typically enter into a legal consultancy agreement first. In this agreement, the parties mutually agree on the terms and conditions. Having a legal consultancy agreement provides protection for both parties and establishes a solid foundation for their relationship. Not only legal consultancy agreements but also contracts in every aspect of life can protect you against potential disputes and strengthen your position. As the saying goes, "Words fly away, writing remains." Therefore, it is important to formalize the consultancy relationship by entering into a legal consultancy agreement.
What Does Company Consulting Include?
Company consultancy agreements are typically made for one or two years. During this period, the company's consultancy agreement may cover:
Legal Representation and Services: Monitoring and handling legal matters such as lawsuits, enforcement proceedings, investigations, mediation sessions, and settlement negotiations where legal expertise is required, and providing legal services and representation in the company’s interests.
Preparation of Documents for Administrative Authorities: Preparing documents related to applications requiring legal expertise before administrative bodies.
Compliance with Legal Standards: Ensuring that the company’s structure complies with legal regulations.
Preparation or Review of Contracts: Drafting or reviewing commercial lease agreements, franchising agreements, employment contracts, commercial sales agreements, guarantees, sureties, etc.
Issuance of Legal Notices: Drafting demand letters, notices, and protests.
-Şirketin karşılaştığı sorunlara hukuki çözüm önerileri sunulması.
gibi alanların tümünü yahut bir kısmını kapsayacak şekilde şirket danışmanlığı sözleşmesi akdedilebilir.
As a company lawyer in Istanbul, our fundamental approach is to provide legal services effectively, efficiently, and quickly. We offer comprehensive litigation and advisory services to both domestic and foreign companies in various legal fields, including Commercial Law, Debt Law, Contract Law, Labor Law, and Administrative Law.
Kurçaloğlu Law & Consultancy Office
Examples of Cases and Consultancy Services Handled and Currently Being Handled by Us:
Şirket Kurulumu:
- Şirket Kurulumu,
- Şube Kurulumu,
- Ticari şirketlerin günlük faaliyetlerine ilişkin her türlü sorunun cevaplanması,
- Şirketlerin Kurumsal İşleyişine İlişkin Danışmanlık Verilmesi,
- Ana sözleşme hazırlanması ve düzenlenmesi,
- Her Türlü Esas Sözleşme Değişikliklerinin Usulüne Uygun Olarak Yapılması,
- Şirket Tasfiyesi İşlemlerinin Yapılması,
- Şirketlere Kurumsal Yönetim İlkeleri Ve Bunlara Uyum Konusunda Hukuki Destek Hizmetlerinin Verilmesi,
- Birleşme, Devralma ve Tür Değiştirme işlemleri,
- Genel kurul, Yönetim kurulu, Müdürlerin faaliyetleri,
İş Hukuku Alanında:
- Personel istihdamı, İşçi işveren ilişkileri konusunda şirket yöneticilerine tavsiyelerin verilmesi, Her türlü Arabuluculuk görüşmesi ve ilgili davaların takibi,
İdare ve Vergi Hukuku Alanında:
- Tam yargı davaları,
- Hukuka aykırı idari işlemlerin iptaline ilişkin davalar,
- İdari para cezaları ile ilgili davalar,
- İptal davaları,
- Vergisel sorunlarda şirketlerin mali müşavirleri ile iş birliği içinde dava ve takip işlerinin yürütülmesi
İcra İflas Hukuku Alanında:
- Her türlü icra takibinin hazırlanması ve işlemlerin takibi,
- Haciz işlemleri,
- Borca ve takibe itiraz işlemleri,
- İtirazın iptali davaları,
- Konkordato, İflasın Ertelenmesi, Yeniden Yapılandırma Konularında Hukuki Danışmanlık
Diğer Alanlarda:
- İç düzenlemeler,
- Şirketi ilgilendiren tüm sözleşmelerin hazırlanması ve yorumlanması,
- Mal ve hizmet alımı gibi konularda hukuki danışmanlık hizmetleri,
- Haksız Rekabet Davaları
- İhtarname, İhbarname ve protesto düzenlenmesi,
Hukuki Danışmanlık Ücreti Ne Kadar?
Hukuki danışmanlık ücreti hukuki danışmanlık sözleşmesi ile hukuki danışmanlık almak isteyen kişi ya da şirketlerin en merak ettiği konulardan birisidir. Tabiki hayatın her alanında olduğu gibi avukatlık mesleğinin de emeğinin karşılığında aldığı bir hukuki danışmanlık ücreti vardır. Öncelikle belirtmek gerekir ki hukuki danışmanlık ücretinin bir rayici yahut sabit bir bedeli yoktur.
Şirket avukatlık ve danışmanlık faaliyetlerine ilişkin ücretler iş yoğunluğu, sözleşmenin kapsamı, dava ve icra takip sayısı gibi iş kalemleri gözönüne alınarak harcanacak emek ve mesai dengesi gözetilerek belirlenmektedir. Türkiye’de ücretler genellikle aylık olarak şirketin iş yükü şirket yapısı ve Avukatlık bürosundan talep edilen hizmet gibi etmenler gözönüne alınarak değişiklik göstermektedir. Yapılan işler saatlik olarak ücretlendirilebileceği gibi aylık maktu bir ücret kararlaştırılması da mümkündür.
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