Terms of Service – Özer Law Office

Introduction

“The following Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern the relationships between Özer Law Office (“Law Firm”), its clients, and the users of this website (“Clients”) in connection with legal and other professional services provided by the Law Firm in the United States of America (“Services”). By using this website or in connection with the Services, Clients agree to be bound by the Terms. We take pride in our reputation as the firm that offers the highest standards of professional integrity, open and free relationships with our clients, and a commitment to client service. Please read the Terms before requesting Services. The Terms take effect with the publishing of this website today. By entering into any professional relationship with us, including any use of this site, Clients agree to be bound by the Terms.

OUR ATTORNEY-CLIENT RELATIONSHIP These Terms are not intended to create, and do not create, an attorney-client relationship. The only way to establish an attorney-client relationship with us is through representation of you in our individual engagement letters, in accordance with the laws of North Carolina governing attorney-client relationships. Even if you use this website to furnish information to us, it may not be treated as confidential or privileged information because no such attorney-client relationship is being created. Clients can assume confidentiality unless and until we are engaged in writing. Please feel free to read more about our disclaimer.

Interpretations and Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms of Service, the below terms shall have the following meanings:

“Özer Law Office” means the law practice of Attorney Uğur Özer and Attorney Esra Sarı, located at 5400 Glenwood Ave Ste 81, Raleigh NC 27612.
“Client” means any individual, family, organization or entity who seeks and/or retains service by or from Özer Law Office.
“Services” means any legal, consulting, representation, mediation or counseling service provided by Özer Law Office.
“Website” means https://avukatugurozer.com/ and all online properties including, but not limited to, the contact form and button to call office directly.
“Agreement” means the formal agreement or retainer between client and law office that is oftentimes in writing and may be presumed through conduct to exist where permitted by applicable law.

References to “you” and “your” are references to the user, visitor or client of Özer Law Office’s website.

Agreement to Terms

By using, viewing, or accessing the website or by entering into an engagement with Özer Law Office in connection with legal services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agreed to be subject to the Terms of Service herein and any applicable law and regulation. If you do not agree with all or part of these Terms, then you are advised not to use our services and/or website. Your continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of these Terms, in their entirety.

Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. This site is designed for general information only. The information presented on this site should not be construed to be formal legal advice, nor does it intend to form an attorney-client relationship.

Like most websites, there may be times when our services or features are inaccessible or temporarily unavailable due to system maintenance or other reasons. We may modify these terms and conditions at any time without notice. By using this site after we post any changes, you are agreeing to these conditions as modified.

If you have any questions about these terms under which you may use or view our website material, please contact us:
Physical – Akatlar Mh. Bomonti 1-1 D:1 K:5 Beşiktaş Istanbul, Turkey 34340
Telephone – 90 850 283 7800

Scope of Legal Work

Özer Hukuk Bürosu offers a wide range of legal services, including but not limited to:

Criminal Law: Criminal defense and representation in criminal investigations and trials, including serious crimes investigations and prosecutions (including high repute crimes);
Labor and Compensation Law: Legal handling of disputes concerning employment contracts, labor accidents, employment compensation claims; legal representation of both employees and employers;
Real Estate Law: Legal assistance related to real estate disputes; title deed transactions; legal claims for unjust occupation; partition of joint immovables; consultancy in buying-selling and development of real estates (land or house);
Family and Inheritance Law: Legal assistance related to disputes arising from divorce, child custody, alimony, inheritance, trusteeship, adoption; disputes concerning guardianship and paternity;
All kinds of provision of legal counsel, including civil, administrative and commercial matters;
All kinds of mediation and settlement negotiations;
Legal representation as an attorney at law (lawsuits, all kinds and sorts of preparation of writs (lawsuits) at Law Courts, representation before Courts and authorities, real estate actions, notary public actions, transactional procedure);

Our services and business activities are provided to both individual and corporate clients. Integrity, confidentiality and professionalism are strictly upheld.

Engagement and Advocacy

The attorney-client relationship is established by a written engagement agreement, which describes the scope of representation, applicable fees, responsibilities, and the subject matter of the legal service. In defined urgent and special circumstances, agency can be created by conduct or oral understandings if confirmed in writing as soon as practicable. The client must provide full and accurate information for effective representation.

Özer Law Office may decline to represent clients where conflicts of interest or ethical issues arise or where the matter is beyond the competence or jurisdiction of the firm. All legal advice and services are rendered pursuant to, and in compliance with, the laws of the State of California, United States of America and rules governing attorneys.

Charges and Fees

The fees charged by Özer Law Office must be settled through mutual agreement between the lawyer and the client. Typically, a fee agreement or contract is signed indicating services to be performed, the extent of work involved, and a mutually agreed fee to be paid. In the absence of a specific fee contract, the relevant statutory provisions and minimum attorney fee tariffs apply.

The agreed fee generally includes all actions that must be taken for the conclusion of the matter, unless otherwise agreed.
Expenses arising from litigation, such as court fees, notification and postal charges, expert fees, travel and other accommodation costs, are in addition to the lawyers’ fee and are to be borne by the client.
The lawyers’ fees for services provided are charged by and due to law according to legal obligation, irrespective of whether or not a case is won.
In circumstances where the client terminates the lawyers’ mandate before completion of the engagement, or if the case is lost, fees already paid are non-refundable.
Clients seeking specific fee arrangements or payment schedules are invited to contact the office directly by telephone ((984) 614-4296) or e-mail ([email protected]).

All payments must be made in a timely manner according to the terms of agreement. Lack of payment in respect of fees and/or costs could result in a suspension or cancellation of legal service.

Client Liabilities

Clients of Özer Law Office are required to:

Provide truthful, complete and timely information and documentation related to their case;
Cooperate with and follow the instructions of the attorneys, including but not limited to timely providing requested information and attending all meetings, hearings, or other appearances;
Accept all legal advice and recommendations thereof while retaining the right to make informed decisions on all matters;
Pay all invoices timely as well as all fees, costs and expenses as detailed in the agreement of engagement; and
Immediately inform the office of any change in the address or telephone number of such individual or any other change in the individual’s circumstances or matter.

Failure by a client to comply with these requirements may limit the scope of the attorneys’ representation of the client or be grounds to withdraw from representation.

Solicitor Obligations and Professional Standards

Özer Law Office and its attorneys, founding attorney Uğur Özer and attorney Esra Sarı, adhere to the highest standards of professional conduct as required by the Attorneyship Law, and the ethical rules of Union of Turkish Bar Associations and relevant U.S. authorities.

Our Attorneys:

Safeguard confidential information regarding all client matters, or as permitted by law or clients’ consent.
Render honest, candid, and diligent legal representation.
Act free from any conflict of interests with our clients while disclosing all possible conflicts at the earliest opportunity.
Keep clients fully apprised of material developments in their matters.
Comply with all applicable rules, regulations, and court orders.

Clients are also assured professional, ethical, and courteous service at all times.

Communications and Availability

Özer Law Office values prompt and effective communication with its clients. Clients can contact the office by:

Meeting at our physical office (5400 Glenwood Ave Ste 81, Raleigh NC 27612);
Calling the physical office number (984) 614-4296 during business hours;
Sending an email to [email protected];
Submitting a contact request through the direct call option via the website https://avukatugurozer.com/

The firm strives to address all queries as promptly as possible, generally within one business day. In case of an urgent matter, phone contact is preferred and recommended as well. Communication may occur in person or through means such as video conferencing, voice calling, web-based messages or other online appropriate means, all for the convenience and privacy of the Client.

Service Coverage and Law Region

The principal locale in which Özer Law Office serves clients is in the United States, including Raleigh, North Carolina, but the firm also can provide legal services to Turkish citizens who reside overseas, including those who live elsewhere in the United States, through a valid power of attorney and by using electronic means of communication. Legal representation is subject to applicable United States federal, state, and local law, as well as relevant international treaties and conventions, where applicable.

Özer Law Office typically advises clients on determining whether their matters are within the scope of authority and competence of the firm. Where appropriate, Özer Law Office can engage local counsel or refer clients to others with whom the firm has existing relationships in order to accommodate those needs.

Privacy and Information Security

“Özer Hukuk Bürosu” is dedicated to ensuring that all client information and personal data is maintained confidentially. All information provided by “Özer Hukuk Bürosu” clients, personally, via telecommunication, e-mail or other means of the website is employed in accordance with applicable privacy laws and other duties of secrecy.

Personal data and case-related data is collected only for the purposes of the associated legal services, and is not shared with third parties without client consent, except when necessitated by law or a court order.
“Özer Hukuk Bürosu” implements security relevant to best practices for the protection of client data, including secure online communication and data storage systems.
Clients may request access, correction or deletion of their personal information, according to legal or professional requirements.
Further information on the firm’s data collection, processing and protection can be found in its privacy policy available on the website.

Unlawful access, use or distribution by any party is prohibited.

Website Use

Your use of https://avukatugurozer.com/ signifies you agree to the following terms and conditions, as well as all applicable laws: this website simply provides general informational materials regarding our law firm services and legal topics; it is not legal advice nor does it create an attorney-client relationship, unless and until formal engagement has occurred.

Users may not:

Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the secured portions of the website, its information systems, or any client information resident thereon.
Use the website or any portion thereof for any illegal, fraudulent, or malicious purpose.
Copy, distribute or modify, in any manner without the prior express written consent of [law firm name], any material on this website.

Özer Law Office reserves the right to revise, suspend or withdraw any feature or information contained in this website at any time without notice and to restrict or terminate access by any user that misuses the website.

Exclusions and Liability Disclaimer

The content of the Özer Law Office website is for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice or opinion applicable to any particular set of facts or circumstances. While every effort has been taken to provide accurate and current materials, no warranty is made in relation to the completeness or applicability.

No liability is accepted by the firm for any loss or damage caused by or alleged to have been caused by the use of, or reliance upon, the website or information, including but not limited to, any specific legal advice obtained via the website or the success or failure of your legal matter being pursued by this law office.
The attorney/client relationship with a law office is established only by direct engagement and mutual acceptance of the firm.
Legal results are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each particular case and should not be considered an indication of potential results in other matters.
Clients and users of this website should seek professional legal assistance to obtain individual legal advice regarding their individual legal rights and obligations or before making decisions regarding any course of legal action.

External Links and Content Third-Party Websites

The website of the Özer Law Office may contain links to third-party websites for users’ convenience. Any such links are provided for informational purposes only, and the firm does not control, recommend, or assume any responsibility for the content or security, privacy practices of any kind on third-party websites.

Use of any third party websites is done at your own risk.
You should review the terms and conditions of any external websites you visit before entering personal information or purchasing any goods and services.
Özer Law Office is not responsible for damages or issues arising from your use of websites linked to this site.

Ownership of IP

All content, materials, trademarks, logos and intellectual property displayed on or contained in, or otherwise accessible from the Özer Law Office website are the sole and exclusive property of Özer Law Office or Özer Law Office’s respective licensors. This includes, without limitation, all written content, graphics, photographs and/or images, and the name and logo of Özer Law Office.

Users are allowed to view, download and/or print individual Web pages for personal, non-commercial use only.
Users may not reproduce, modify, redistribute or otherwise use any website content or use Özer Law Office’s intellectual property for commercial purposes without Özer Law Office’s prior express written consent.
Use of any website content without the permission of [legal entity name] may subject the user to legal action.

Termination of Services Provision

Özer Law Office may, at its discretion and at any time, terminate or suspend provision of legal services or access to its website based upon:

Violations of these Terms of Service and/or engagement agreement
Nonpayment of fees or costs by client as agreed
Discovery of conflicts of interest or questions of ethics
Misrepresentation or indication of intent to mislead the firm by a client
Any other actions that would impair the ability of the attorney to represent the client in a reasonable or ethical manner

Termination will not alter the responsibility of the client for payment of all fees, costs, and expenses incurred up until the date of termination. The Firm will take reasonable efforts to avoid prejudice to the client’s interests and where suitable, furnish any applicable case files or documents to the extent feasible, upon request.

Barter Payments and Refund Policy

All retainer and legal services fees paid to Özer Law Office (the “Firm”) are compensation for legal services. They are, therefore, considered to be “earned on receipt,” and are generally not refundable, regardless of the outcome of the case or action by the Client. Only under unusual circumstances will a refund be considered or provided including, but not limited to overpayment and/or where no legal services were performed for the client due to factors beyond the control of the Firm.

All refund requests shall be made in writing, with reasons and documents put forth.
The Firm shall timely receive and review written refund requests and provide an appropriate response within a reasonable period of time.
All matters related to refunds will be determined solely at the discretion of Özer Law Office based upon applicable law, rules and regulations.

Conflicts of Interest Policy

Özer Law Office follows strict procedures for identifying and addressing potential conflicts. Prior to accepting a new matter, any potential conflicts must be thoroughly checked to ensure that such representation will not adversely affect any current or former clients.

If a conflict is found, The Office will quickly notify all affected parties and, if need be, decline or withdraw from representation;
Disclosure of any relevant relationships or prior representations that may give rise to a conflict is the responsibility of the client;
Özer Law Office is committed to being transparent and protecting the integrity of its people and practices.

Changes to Terms

Özer Law Office may modify, update and/or change these terms and conditions at any time. Such modifications will be posted on the web site and (if appropriate) communicated in specific form to our current clients. You agree to accept such modifications by your continued use of the web site and/or legal services.

All clients and web site users are encouraged to periodically review this page for information about our legal services.
For substantive changes that impact on cases in progress, the firm will give reasonable notice to its current clients.

Applicable Law and Dispute Settlement

The Terms of Service, and any dispute that may arise from or in connection with these Terms of Service or the use of all or any part of Özer Law Office’s service, shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina and relevant federal laws of the United States.

Any disputes, which cannot be resolved amicably through good faith negotiations or mediation shall be brought before the courts with jurisdiction over the subject matter in Raleigh, North Carolina, unless party/parties otherwise agree to.
A client based outside the United States may be subject to other requirements for jurisdiction depending on the location in question.
The firm makes every effort to settle any arising disputes fairly, expeditiously, in good faith and within the bounds of professional conduct.

Severability Clause

If any provision of these Terms of Service is determined to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed from the remaining provisions, which shall remain in full force and effect. The provision held to be invalid shall be substituted with a valid provision, the effect of which comes closest to the intent and economic effect of the original provision.

You agree to abide by all applicable local, state and/or federal laws, regulations and ordinances (“Laws”).
The Framework is provided “AS IS,” “WITH ALL FAULTS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” To the fullest extent permitted by law, TPL hereby disclaims any and all warranties, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, including, but not limited to, those relating to merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and/or completion of work, title or condition of upstream cybersecurity nature. Further, TPL expressly limits, to the fullest extent permitted by law, its liability for any damages or liabilities arising out of the Services to two times (2X), the price (exclusive of taxes) paid by you for such services actually performed or that were reasonably expected to be performed by TPL during the three (3) months preceding the date of claim notice issued by you.

Absence of Waiver

Failure of Özer Law Office to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Service shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision. No waiver shall be effective unless in writing and signed by an authorized representative of the firm. Any one or partial exercise of any right, power, or privilege shall not preclude any other or further exercise thereof.

Full Agreement

These Terms of Service combined with all written engagement and/or fee agreements entered into by client and Özer Law Office constitute the complete agreement between client and the firm governing all aspects of attorney/client relationship. These terms and conditions supersede all prior understandings, communications, or agreements whether written or oral concerning any subject matter addressed herein.

Any changes to these terms must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

Professional Indemnity and Insurance Cover

Özer Law Office carries professional liability insurance as required and is customary to cover clients against claims resulting from professional errors, omissions or negligent acts. The full details of the firm’s insurance coverage will be provided upon request. Özer Law Office makes every effort to provide diligent and competent legal service to clients, but liability is limited only to the extent agreed by applicable laws and the terms of its professional insurance policy.

Marketing and Advertising

Any testimonials, case histories, or case studies on this website have been given to Özer Law Office with written permission or used in an anonymous fashion. Any material presented on this site is purely factual, and not intended to guarantee any success in any future legal matter. Özer Law Office does not use false and deceptive marketing, and all written copy is in accordance with legal advertising guidelines and rules for professional conduct.

Client Reviews and Grievances

Client satisfaction is important to Özer Law Office. Clients may share comments about services received or voice concerns through the following means:

By phone: (984) 614-4296
By email: [email protected]
By visiting the office at 5400 Glenwood Ave Ste 81, Raleigh NC 27612

All complaints or concerns will be acknowledged in a timely manner and responded-to in an equitable and transparent manner pursuant to the firm’s internal policies and applicable law.

Accessibility Policy

Özer Hukuk Bürosu is dedicated to ensuring accessible legal services and information through our website to all clients, including those with disabilities. If you have specific needs when accessing this site or require specific accommodations in communications or the provision of services, please contact [email protected] or call (984) 614-4296 so that the firm can be of assistance in order to make sure all clients will be able to utilize our legal services and consulting support.

Contact and Help Information

Should you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, your rights and obligations as our client or any part of our legal services, please reach out to us:

Address: 5400 Glenwood Ave Ste 81, Raleigh NC 27612
Phone: (984) 614-4296
E-mail: [email protected]
http://avukatugurozer.com/

Our contact form or direct call back option presented on the web site may also be used. We provide necessary assistance during regular business hours to ensure you receive all timely and relevant information.

Concluding Provisions

In engaging the services of Özer Law Office, you acknowledge and agree to respect the following Terms of Service required by the firm to support an honest, ethical, and symbiotic relationship between the client and the law office: Your business is appreciated. We value your trust and are committed to maintaining the highest levels of integrity, professionalism, and client advocacy that we can. Call or write for more information, clarification, or to commence your legal consultation. We look forward to responding to your legal needs and working with you to resolve them.