Commercial &
Corporate
Law in Turkey

General Overview:

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Our firm provides comprehensive legal services to foreign companies operating in Turkey. We offer expert advice on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including company formation, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution. With a deep understanding of Turkish law and international business practices, we help our clients navigate the complex legal landscape and achieve their business objectives.

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Specific Services:

• Company Formation and Structuring: We assist foreign companies in establishing their presence in Turkey, including company formation, licensing, and regulatory compliance. We help clients choose the most suitable legal structure, such as a limited liability company or a branch office, based on their business needs.

• Mergers and Acquisitions: We provide comprehensive legal advice on mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and regulatory approvals. We help our clients identify and execute strategic deals that drive growth and value.

• Joint Ventures: We assist foreign companies in forming joint ventures with Turkish partners. We handle the legal aspects of joint venture agreements, including partner contributions, profit-sharing, dispute resolution, and exit strategies.

• Contract Negotiation and Drafting: We draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including sales agreements, distribution agreements, licensing agreements, and joint venture agreements. We ensure that our clients' interests are protected and that their contracts comply with Turkish law.

• Dispute Resolution: We represent clients in a variety of commercial disputes, including contract disputes, shareholder disputes, and intellectual property disputes. We employ a range of dispute resolution methods, including negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation.​

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Additional Considerations:

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• Cross-Border Transactions: We have extensive experience in handling cross-border transactions, including international contracts, foreign investment, and cross-border mergers and acquisitions.

• Regulatory Compliance: We help clients comply with a wide range of Turkish laws and regulations, including tax laws, labor laws, and environmental laws.

• Industry-Specific Expertise: We have a deep understanding of various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and services, allowing us to provide tailored legal advice.

• Company Formation and Structuring:

  • Incorporation of companies (limited liability companies, joint-stock companies, etc.)

  • Legal entity selection and structuring

  • Drafting of articles of association and bylaws

  • Obtaining necessary licenses and permits

• Mergers and Acquisitions:

  • Due diligence investigations

  • Merger and acquisition agreements

  • Share purchase agreements

  • Asset purchase agreements

  • Post-merger integration

• Joint Ventures:

  • Joint venture agreements

  • Partnering arrangements

  • Shareholder agreements

• Commercial Contracts:

  • Sales agreements

  • Distribution agreements

  • Licensing agreements

  • Service agreements

  • Supply agreements

• Corporate Governance:

  • Board of directors' meetings and resolutions

  • Shareholder meetings and resolutions

  • Corporate governance best practices

  • Compliance with corporate governance regulations

• Dispute Resolution:

  • Contract disputes

  • Shareholder disputes

  • Commercial litigation and arbitration

  • Mediation and negotiation

• Regulatory Compliance:

  • Compliance with corporate laws and regulations

  • Tax compliance

  • Labor law compliance

  • Environmental law compliance

• Intellectual Property:

  • Trademark, patent, and copyright protection

  • Licensing and franchising

  • IP due diligence

  • IP litigation

• Cross-Border Transactions:

  • International contracts

  • Foreign investment

  • Cross-border mergers and acquisitions

  • International tax planning

• Restructuring and Insolvency:

  • Bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings

  • Debt restructuring

  • Corporate recovery

• Real Estate Transactions:

  • Property purchase and sale agreements

  • Real estate development projects

  • Real estate financing

  • Real estate leases

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