INFORMATION TEXT UNDER THE LAW ON THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA (KVKK)
Baş Yılmaz Law Firm (“Firm”) places great importance on the privacy of the personal data of our clients and visitors. In accordance with our obligation to inform under the Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (“KVKK”), we present the following information text to you regarding the processing of personal data.
1. Data Controller
In accordance with KVKK, your personal data is processed by Baş Yılmaz Law Firm as the data controller.
Address: Ayazağa Mahallesi, Mimar Sinan Sokak, No:21, Seba Office Boulevard, B Block, No:15, Sarıyer/Istanbul
Phone: +90 212 813 3337
E-mail: info@basyilmaz.av.tr
2. Processed Personal Data
Your personal data, listed below, is processed by our Firm for the purpose of conducting our legal activities:
- Identity Information: Name, surname, Turkish ID number, passport number, date of birth
- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, address
- Legal Process Information: Case file number, applications to judicial authorities, legal consultancy requests
- Financial Information: Bank account number, IBAN, billing information
- Professional Experience and Education Information: Resume, educational background, work experience (for internship applications)
- Visual and Audio Data: CCTV recordings (for office security), voice recordings (call center)
3. Purposes of Processing Personal Data
Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:
- Conducting legal services and fulfilling contracts with clients
- Providing legal consultancy and attorney services
- Carrying out necessary legal actions with administrative and judicial authorities
- Managing communication processes and responding to appointment requests
- Conducting financial processes (billing, collection)
- Responding to information requests from administrative and judicial authorities
- Managing job applications and internship recruitment processes
- Conducting information security processes
4. Methods of Collecting Personal Data
Your personal data is collected through various channels, including:
- Direct Data: Information provided directly by you during legal consultancy or legal proceedings.
- Online Communication: Data collected through applications and requests made via our website, online forms, and email.
- Phone Calls: Information obtained through call center or office phones.
- Physical Forms: Information forms filled out or verbally provided when you visit our office.
- Electronic Systems: Data collected through security camera recordings, voice recording systems, and other electronic means.
5. Transfer of Personal Data
Your personal data is shared with third parties only in accordance with Articles 8 and 9 of KVKK. Your personal data may be transferred to the following individuals or organizations:
- Relevant judicial and administrative authorities (courts, enforcement offices, tax offices, etc.)
- Authorized public institutions and organizations
- Banks and payment service providers for financial transactions
- Information technology service providers (server hosting services, email servers, etc.)
- Third-party partners and consultants we work with
6. Retention Period of Personal Data
Your personal data is retained for the duration specified in the relevant legislation or as long as necessary for the purpose of processing. Retention periods for personal data may vary depending on legal obligations and processing purposes. Once the retention period expires, your personal data is securely destroyed or anonymized.
7. Measures for the Protection of Personal Data
Baş Yılmaz Law Firm takes technical and administrative measures to prevent the unlawful processing and access to your personal data and to ensure the security of the data. Your data is protected by firewalls, encryption methods, and regular security audits.
8. Your Rights Regarding Your Personal Data
Under Article 11 of KVKK, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- The right to learn whether your personal data has been processed
- The right to request information if your personal data has been processed
- The right to learn the purpose of processing your personal data and whether it has been used appropriately
- The right to know the third parties to whom your personal data has been transferred, domestically or abroad
- The right to request the correction of any incomplete or incorrect personal data
- The right to request the deletion or destruction of your personal data
- The right to request notification of any correction, deletion, or destruction of personal data to third parties to whom the data has been transferred
- The right to object to the processing of your personal data
- The right to seek compensation if you suffer damages due to the unlawful processing of your personal data
9. Requests of the Data Subject
You can submit your requests regarding your personal data in accordance with KVKK through the following methods:
- E-mail: info@basyilmaz.av.tr
- Post: Ayazağa Mahallesi, Mimar Sinan Sokak, No:21, Seba Office Boulevard, B Block, No:15, Sarıyer/Istanbul
- Phone: +90 212 813 3337
You can submit your requests in writing or via a secure electronic signature through the channels listed above. Your requests will be concluded as soon as possible and no later than 30 days, depending on the nature of the request.
