Attorney-Client Confidentiality
Attorney-client confidentiality is one of the most fundamental principles of the legal profession. This principle requires absolute confidentiality of all communications and information between the attorney and the client. This confidentiality is not only a legal obligation but also the ethical foundation of our profession.
Legal Basis
In Turkey, attorney-client confidentiality is protected by the following legal regulations:
- Law No. 1136 on Attorneyship: Prohibition of attorneys from disclosing information about their clients
- Code of Criminal Procedure: Right of attorneys to refuse to testify
- Code of Civil Procedure: Protection of attorney-client confidentiality
- Professional Ethics Rules: Professional Rules of the Union of Turkish Bar Associations
- Constitution: Privacy and inviolability of private life
Scope of Confidentiality
Information protected under attorney-client confidentiality includes:
- All conversations with the client (face-to-face, phone, video conference)
- All documents and information provided by the client
- Case and transaction files
- Correspondence with the client (e-mail, letters, messages)
- Phone conversations and other communication records
- All information obtained about the client (regardless of source)
- Legal strategies and consultancy content
- Financial information about the client
Confidentiality Obligation
As attorneys, we are obligated to keep all information about our clients confidential. This obligation:
- Applies even before the client relationship begins (including preliminary consultations)
- Continues after the client relationship ends (indefinitely)
- Continues even if the attorney leaves the profession
- Cannot be violated in any way without the client's consent
- Cannot be shared with third parties (including family, friends)
- Also applies to office staff
Exceptions
Exceptions to attorney-client confidentiality are very limited and can only apply in the following situations:
- Client's Explicit Consent: If the client explicitly permits sharing of information
- Legal Obligations: In very rare cases, if there is a legal obligation (e.g., prevention of a serious crime)
- Client's Own Violation: If the client themselves violates confidentiality
- Attorney's Own Defense: If the attorney must defend themselves in a case filed against them
Important: These exceptions are valid only in very rare cases and decisions are made after legal consultation in each case.
For Your Security
The following measures are taken for the security of client information:
- Physical Security: All files are stored in secure environments, in locked cabinets
- Digital Security: Digital data is stored in encrypted systems
- Staff Training: Office staff are regularly trained on confidentiality obligations
- Access Control: Your information is only accessible by authorized persons
- Backup Security: Backups are encrypted and stored in secure environments
- Communication Security: Sensitive information is shared through secure communication channels
In Case of Confidentiality Violation
Violation of attorney-client confidentiality can have serious consequences:
- Disbarment
- Legal liability
- Obligation to pay material and moral compensation
- Sanctions under criminal law
Therefore, we show absolute commitment to the principle of confidentiality.
Contact
For questions about confidentiality, you can send an e-mail to or contact us at 544 670 01 21. We are happy to provide you with detailed information about our confidentiality obligation.
Last Updated: 13.12.2025
Last Updated: 12.12.2025
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