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Serka Law Firm | International Legal Advisory
International Legal Advisory for Cross-Border Matters.
Serka Law Firm advises individuals, investors, founders, and companies on cross-border matters involving citizenship by investment, immigration, work permits, company formation, commercial disputes, real estate, family law, and criminal defense.
The firm works in 15 languages across 35+ countries and provides practical guidance from first assessment through filing, compliance, and follow-up.
- Multilingual legal support for individuals, investors, and corporate teams
- Representation for investment, immigration, corporate, and dispute matters
- Clear process guidance from first review to filing and post-filing steps
Our Legal Services
Our multidisciplinary team delivers results-driven legal solutions across a broad range of practice areas.
Immigration & Work Permits
Residence permits, work permits, visa servicesCitizenship by Investment
Turkish citizenship, investment programsCorporate & Investment Law
Company formation, M&A, restructuringInternational Trade
Cross-border commerce, customs disputesInternational Arbitration
Dispute resolution, mediationFamily Law & Divorce
Divorce, custody, alimony, property divisionCriminal Defense
Criminal cases, defense, victim rightsDeportation & Entry Bans
Deportation cancellation, entry ban removalDebt Collection & Enforcement
Asset recovery, insolvency, restructuringCompensation Claims
Material and moral damages, work accidentsGlobal Legal Network
Through strategic alliances with law firms worldwide, we provide seamless cross-border legal representation.
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About Serka Law Firm
Serka Law Firm was founded in 2015 by Av. Serkan Kara and advises individuals, investors, and companies on cross-border matters involving citizenship by investment, immigration, work permits, company formation, disputes, real estate, family law, and criminal defense.
The firm works in 15 languages, supports clients across 35+ countries, and combines Turkish procedure knowledge with practical guidance for document strategy, filing sequence, compliance, and follow-up.
How Serka Law Supports Cross-Border Matters
- Advice for investors, founders, families, and companies that need Turkish law support in an international context.
- Practical coordination of filings, documentation, compliance checks, and communication across multiple stakeholders.
- Multilingual support designed to reduce misunderstanding in immigration, corporate, dispute, and real estate processes.
- Representation from initial assessment through filing, response handling, and post-decision follow-up where required.
Representative Service Overview
| Service Area | Typical Client Need | Representative Support |
|---|---|---|
| Citizenship by Investment | Investment route selection and eligibility review | Compliance review, residence permit strategy, citizenship filing, and passport process support |
| Immigration and Work Permits | Entry, residence, work authorization, and appeals | Application planning, exemption analysis, filing support, and procedural follow-up |
| Corporate and Investment Law | Entity setup, governance, transactions, and growth | Company formation, contract support, restructuring, and transaction coordination |
| Disputes and Arbitration | Cross-border commercial conflict and enforcement | Negotiation strategy, arbitration support, court-linked procedures, and award enforcement guidance |
Frequently Asked Questions
What legal services does Serka Law Firm provide?
Serka Law Firm provides comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas including Turkish citizenship by investment (CBI), immigration and work permits, corporate law and company formation, international arbitration, real estate transactions, family law and divorce, criminal defense, employment and labor law, deportation cases, and compensation claims. The firm serves clients in 15 languages with particular expertise in cross-border matters.
How can I obtain Turkish citizenship by investment?
Turkish citizenship by investment can be obtained through several qualifying routes: real estate purchase (minimum USD 400,000), bank deposit (USD 500,000), government bonds (USD 500,000), venture capital or real estate investment fund shares (USD 500,000), private pension BES fund (USD 500,000), fixed capital investment (USD 500,000), or creating employment for 50+ citizens. The process typically takes 3-6 months from investment to passport issuance. Serka Law Firm handles the complete process including investment compliance verification, residence permit application, citizenship filing, and passport acquisition.
How do I start a company as a foreign investor?
Foreign investors can establish a company by choosing an entity type (Limited Liability Company with TRY 50,000 minimum capital or Joint Stock Company with TRY 250,000 minimum capital), preparing and notarizing the Articles of Association, obtaining a tax identification number, depositing minimum capital at a bank, and registering with the Trade Registry through MERSIS. The entire process typically takes 1-2 weeks. Serka Law Firm handles all aspects including entity selection, document preparation, Trade Registry registration, tax enrollment, SGK registration, and ongoing compliance obligations.
What is the process for obtaining a work permit?
The work permit process requires: (1) securing a job offer from a employer, (2) verifying the 5:1 Turkish-to-foreign employee ratio, (3) employer submission of the online application via e-Devlet portal, (4) foreign employee applying for a work visa at the consulate within 10 business days, (5) Ministry of Labor evaluation (30-60 business days), and (6) receiving the work permit card. Initial permits are typically granted for 1 year, renewable for up to 3 years. Serka Law Firm assists with FDI exemptions that can bypass the 5:1 ratio requirement.
Does Serka Law Firm handle international arbitration cases?
Yes, Serka Law Firm handles international arbitration under major institutional rules including ICC (International Chamber of Commerce), ICSID (International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes), LCIA (London Court of International Arbitration), and ISTAC (Istanbul Arbitration Centre). The firm represents clients in commercial arbitration, investment treaty arbitration, construction disputes, energy sector disputes, and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards under the New York Convention. The team includes attorneys experienced in both common law and civil law arbitration procedures.