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Managing Partner: Dilek Zeybel
Managing Partner: Aylin Özgür
Quick facts
Firm - Year of Establishment

2023

Number of Partners

3

Total Number of IP Practitioners

10

Languages Spoken at the Firm

English, German, French, Turkish

Network Memberships

INTA, GRUR, MARQUES, VPP, ECTA, AIPPI

Key practice areas
Intellectual property
Trade mark prosecution
Firm overview

Starker IP provides a comprehensive range of intellectual property services, specializing in protection and enforcement in Türkiye and Northern Cyprus before the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office. Led by partners with over 20 years of combined experience in national and international IP, the office delivers reliable and client-focused solutions.

Practice areas include trademarks, patents, industrial designs, copyrights, plant breeders' rights, domain name management, and handling disputes. The firm offers expertise in addressing domain name conflicts, ensuring proper registration, and protecting brand identity in the digital landscape. Anti-counterfeiting strategies form another key area of focus, with efforts centered on thorough investigations, analyses and takedown procedures to identify and address potential infringements effectively.

Starker IP also strongly emphasizes achieving amicable solutions through co-existence and negotiation strategies. Recognizing that not every conflict requires litigation, the firm fosters constructive dialogue between parties to reach mutually beneficial agreements. Whether through co-existence agreements, licensing discussions, or out-of-court settlements, the team’s negotiation expertise helps preserve valuable business relationships while ensuring efficient and cost-effective resolutions aligned with clients' strategic goals.

Consultancy services are delivered primarily in German and English, enabling fast and transparent communication tailored to individual client needs. The team’s approach emphasizes simplifying complexities by efficiently breaking down intricate matters to address the core issues. Transparency and precision are treated as fundamental principles, executed with dedication and a passion for achieving the best outcomes for clients.

Clients trust Starker IP not only for its technical expertise but also for its commitment to building long-term partnerships. By offering clear guidance and practical strategies, the firm confidently helps clients navigate the intricacies of intellectual property. Whether safeguarding a trademark, managing a patent portfolio, addressing domain name disputes, or negotiating amicable solutions, Starker IP combines knowledge, precision, and passion to deliver exceptional results.

Practice Areas & Sector Specialisations

Key IP Areas

Copyright & related rights, Designs, Intellectual property (contentious),Patent, Patent contentious,Trade mark, Trade mark contentious

Key Sector Expertise

Tobacco, Universities & research, Robotics, Renewable energy, Professional services, Pharmaceutical, Oil & gas, Life sciences, Industrials, Furniture, Food & beverage, Fashion & luxury goods, Electronics, Electrical, E-commerce, Construction & materials, Chemical, Biotechnology, Automotive, Agriculture

Address:
Altinsehir Mah. 320. Sok
Gülec Teras Premium Offices B Blok 3B/25
16230 Nilufer
Tel:+902244415000 Fax:+902244415000 Email:Contact Us Web Address:https://www.starkerip.com
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Overview

Starker IP provides a comprehensive range of intellectual property (IP) services, including safeguarding and enforcing IP rights in Turkey and Northern Cyprus.The firm specializes in trademarks, patents, industrial designs, IP portfolio management, domain names, IPR investigations, customs protection, online brand protection, dispute resolution, negotiation, arbitration, and plant breeders' rights.  

Notable patent practitioners: Aylin Özgür 

The head of the IP practice at Starker IP is Aylin Özgür.

Testimonials

2026

"My go-to firm in Turkiye for all trademark and design prosecution questions, including oppositions, clearance and strategic advice."

"I have known Dilek Zeybel for many years. She always provides to the point trademark advice, her legal examination of the case is always very thorough. Moreover, she is incredibly responsive."

"The team has over 20 years of specialized experience in both national and international IP. They handle the cases straightforward rather than more complicated for the client. Their methodology involves breaking complex matters down and simplifying intricacies to address the core issues. They consider themselves a strategic partner, not a classical service provider, handling all areas of obtaining and enforcing IP rights."

"They promise transparency and fairness, specifically stating no excessive costs caused by standardized answers or irrelevant information. Services are delivered with fast and transparent communication, and a focus on personalized and trustworthy client care. They also have a proactive approach ensures the IP portfolio remains cutting-edge, relevant, and aligned with evolving commercial goals."

"Their attorneys are consistently recognized by leading industry rankings. Clients value Starker IP's commitment to delivering clear, strategic, and cost-effective guidance that turns intellectual property from a legal burden into a valuable business asset. They prioritize transparency and clarification, promising a relentless pursuit of the best and most cost-effective solution with no excessive costs from standardized or irrelevant information."

"Starker IP’s litigation team stands out for its sharp strategic thinking and deep understanding of complex IP disputes. They combine strong legal expertise with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach tailored to clients’ business objectives. Their responsiveness and clear communication make them a reliable partner in demanding proceedings."

"Starker IP’s filing and prosecution team impresses with its precision, efficiency, and strong command of procedures across jurisdictions. They manage portfolios in a highly organized manner, ensuring deadlines are met and processes run smoothly. Their proactive communication and reliability make them a dependable partner for ongoing IP administration."

"Starker IP’s advisory team stands out for its thoughtful, well-balanced approach to complex IP issues. They are able to distill intricate legal questions into actionable, business-oriented recommendations. Their collaborative style and consistent availability make working with them both efficient and reassuring."

"Their team is responsive, practical, and provides clear guidance on the best strategies. They keep us updated on all developments and are efficient in handling the cases."

"The team is reliable, detail-oriented, and very familiar with local procedures. They manage deadlines proactively, ensure smooth filings, and provide prompt follow-ups on office actions and publication matters."

"They provide straightforward, commercially focused advice. Their assessments are clear, realistic, and help us make informed decisions on enforcement, risk, and overall brand protection in Turkey."

Dilek Zeybel

"She has great attention to detail and proactive approach into avoiding unnecessary objections and extra costs. Very friendly and solution oriented, one of the best local partners for this!"

"Responsive, problem Solving, deep knowledge and experience in handling legal and prosecution matters, she is always available when we need her."

"Aylin demonstrates strong expertise combined with a clear and structured approach to her work. She communicates effectively, ensuring that complex matters are easy to understand and actionable. Her responsiveness and reliability make her a highly valued and trusted collaborator."

"Dilek is highly responsive, clear in her communication, and consistently provides practical guidance on Turkish IP matters. She is reliable with deadlines, proactive with updates, and always ensures that we fully understand the available options and recommended strategies. Her professionalism and attention to detail make working with her very smooth."

"Dilek is very responsive and gives valuable advice that is not only thouroughly thought out but also regards practical circumstances."

 

2025

"A strong team of professionals with a client-centric approach, providing efficient and tailored solutions.”

“Cooperative. Very responsive and friendly."

"Good clear advice of high quality and quick responsiveness."

"Great quality of advice. Very practical and understandable, considering the clients’ needs. Very economic."

"Fast and accurate advice and actions."

"Fast, excellent, personal, competent, and affordable work."

"I appreciate their professionalism and their commitment."

"I chose Starker IP as I find the advice to be on point, with due consideration of all of the relevant law and commercial aspects considered, and presented in a clear, concise and direct manner."

"Passionate, quick and on-the-point."

“Their tailored solutions, efficient strategies, and client-centric approach make them a valuable partner."

“They always make good presentations of the legal situation and the legal options."

"They are efficient and very nice people to work with.”

"They are incredibly responsive, very focused, and always achieve their goals."

"They are really passionate and dedicated lawyers."

"They are top-notch professionals."

"They are very pleasant and comfortable to work with. Highly professional, reliable, and they offer good value for money."

"They are very responsive, cost effective and reliable."

"They give us support and responses quickly, likewise, they answer our doubts. Communications with them are efficient. "

"We chose Starker IP due to their expertise in domain name dispute resolution and filing services. Starker IP's team of experienced professionals and domain experts have a proven track record of success in navigating the complexities of domain name conflicts.”

Dilek Zeybel

“Excellent command of German.”

"Excellent reputation, highly responsive counsel.”

“She is knowledgeable and thoughtful in her field."

Linked Reviews
Intellectual property

Trademark 

Case studies show that the firm assisted the client, Pirelli Tyre SPA  in an opposition proceeding, and successfully defended its trademark rights for the sub-brand "Novateck" against a competing firm’s attempt to register "Novatechnic."

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