Attorney-at-Law | Mediator | Associate Professor
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ertuğrul Akçaoğlu is an attorney at law, certified mediator, and academic specializing in tax law and personal data protection. His work concentrates on the intersection of taxation and data protection, with particular emphasis on the legal challenges emerging from the digital economy. He develops structured and analytically grounded solutions to complex regulatory issues shaped by technological transformation.
He adopts an integrated approach that aligns rigorous academic analysis with practical legal experience. Through this dual perspective, he provides comprehensive insight grounded both in normative evaluation and dispute practice. Comparative assessment of domestic and international legal frameworks constitutes a defining feature of his professional and academic work.
Professional Experience and Areas of Focus
His legal practice focuses on the following areas:
Tax Disputes and Litigation
Representation in tax audits, assessments, settlement procedures, and judicial review; strategic management of administrative and judicial remedies.
Taxation of the Digital Economy
Legal analysis of tax obligations arising from e-commerce, digital services, platform-based business models, and cross-border transactions.
Corporate Tax Advisory
Design and implementation of tax structuring, compliance frameworks, and restructuring processes for companies in both domestic and international contexts.
Personal Data Protection and Privacy Law
Assessment of the legal bases for personal data processing activities—particularly in taxation and regulated sectors—and integration of data protection compliance into institutional processes.
Higher Education and Non-Profit Regulation
Legal advisory services concerning administrative and financial regulations applicable to universities, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations.
As a mediator, he facilitates efficient, impartial, and sustainable dispute resolution. His academic expertise ensures continuous engagement with legislative developments and evolving international standards, reinforcing the practical depth of his legal services.
Academic Background and Contributions
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Akçaoğlu holds LL.M. and Ph.D. degrees in Public Law (Tax Law) from Ankara University. His doctoral research was further strengthened through advanced academic studies conducted at the University of Florida Levin College of Law.
His scholarly work addresses the taxation of digital platforms, international tax planning, cross-border taxing powers, and the normative interaction between tax law and data protection law.
His principal publications include:
- Taxation of Financial Derivatives
- Taxation of E-Commerce from National and International Perspectives
- The Impact of the Right to Request the Protection of Personal Data on Tax Law
These works are recognized as significant contributions within their respective fields.
He regularly presents at national and international conferences on digital tax policy, global tax systems, and the implications of personal data protection regulations for taxation frameworks.
Qualifications and Credentials
- Associate Professor, Interuniversity Board of Turkey
- Ph.D. in Public Law (Tax Law), Ankara University
- LL.M. in Public Law (Tax Law), Ankara University
- Advanced Research, Levin College of Law, University of Florida
- Licensed Attorney-at-Law and Certified Mediator
- Native speaker in Turkish, proficient in English
Dr. Akcaoglu’s legal practice is grounded in normative coherence, technical precision, and solution-oriented analysis. He provides strategic counsel to both domestic and international clients with a focus on predictability, regulatory compliance, and long-term legal sustainability.