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Major Trademark Reforms in Turkey

It is time to close the era of Decree Laws and the Constitutional Court striking out provisions in Turkey’s trademark regime. Turkey’s long discussed trademark law practices are on the verge of substantial changes. The finalized Industrial Property Law (“<strong>IP Law</strong>”) was published in the Official Gazette…

A New Era for Design Rights in Turkey

Major changes have been introduced to Turkey’s Intellectual and Industrial Property regime, including design rights. Indications suggest the new legislative regime will serve an increased scope of design-related disciplines, in a wider manner. Notable changes include introducing ex office novelty examination…