Foreign firms in Turkey

Dentons

Through the seamless collaboration of Balcioglu Selçuk Eymirlioglu Ardiyok Keki Attorney Partnership with Dentons, the firm delivers English-law advice, coordinates cross-border financings, leads multi-jurisdictional transactions, and supports clients with projects spanning Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. Counting international financial institutions, Turkish banks, and multinational investors as part of its client base, the firm is renowned for its work in the infrastructure and projects, corporate and M&A, and banking and project finance spaces. Co-leading the firm’s Europe financial institutions group is Tamsyn Mileham, an English and Turkish qualified lawyer, who takes a leading role in handling the firm’s strategy with financial institution clients across Europe.

Praxisleiter:

Tamsyn Mileham


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Lara Battal


Referenzen

‘Dentons is a team which possesses unique knowledge in the local market. They have a trustable team which delivers on time with no fuss and maintains professional integrity throughout. They are trusted advisers and colleagues with whom I have worked with for years.’

‘Tamsyn Mileham I cannot praise enough. Down to earth approach and self-assured manner gives trust and assurance to us and clients alike. A unique understanding of where risks lay and where to devote time and resource is a valued yet rare skill. TM does not aim to make herself ‚look good‘ or is self-obsessed with an image or hard sell for the next project which sets her apart from industry peers. There is no wasted time or deliberation over inconsequential theoretical discussions. Her honesty is what has made us go back time and time again to work with her. She is a great coach, and I know for a fact that she cares about the development of her juniors, and this is evident with each transaction.’

‘This practice stands out for its deep expertise, commercial awareness, and strong collaborative culture. The team is known for delivering high-quality, practical advice, often on complex matters that require cross-border coordination and strategic thinking. Clients value the accessibility and responsiveness of the lawyers, as well as their ability to work seamlessly across different disciplines and jurisdictions. Compared to other firms, this team offers a more integrated and client-focused approach, supported by meaningful innovations in technology, flexible billing, and a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion.’

Kernmandanten

TOFAŞ Türk Otomobil Fabrikası A.Ş


Smart Güneş Enerjisi Teknolojileri Araştirma Geliştirme Üretim Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.Ş


Kirkoswald Capital Partners LLP


Rönesans Holding and Stolthaven Terminals B.V


Türkiye Petrol Rafinerileri A.Ş


European Bank for Reconstruction and Development


IC İçtaş


Finance in Motion


Karadeniz


Karpower


Ford Otomotiv


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Rönesans Holding and Stolthaven Terminals B.V. in respect of the construction, development, and financing of a new greenfield terminal in Ceyhan.
  • Advised TÜPRAŞ, Türkiye’s largest industrial company and the biggest oil refiner, in obtaining a US$500 million sustainability-linked club loan through a notable financing deal, involving seven global banks.
  • Advised TOFAŞ, the major player in the Turkish automotive industry, jointly owned by Koç Holding and Stellantis (formerly Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) on a €295 million sustainability-linked SACE-covered export finance facility agreement with ING Bank.

Esin Attorney Partnership, Member Firm of Baker & McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein

Drawing on the bench strength of its international network of offices, Baker McKenzie and its collaborator Esin Attorney Partnership, Member Firm of Baker & McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein, is well positioned to deliver cross-border support, coordinate multi-jurisdictional transactions, and provide foreign law advice alongside local Turkish expertise. It houses a full-service team, covering M&A, private equity, real estate, and tax, to a client base of large Turkish and multinational corporations. Founding partner Ismail G. Esin maintains a leading reputation as a litigator, while Eren Kurşun excels in the M&A and private equity space. Erdal Ekinci steers the tax practice, Yalın Akmenek heads up the disputes resolution team, and Muhsin Keskin brings expertise in capital markets.

Praxisleiter:

İsmail G. Esin; Eren Kurşun; Erdal Ekinci; Yalın Akmenek; Muhsin Keskin


Weitere Kernanwälte:

İpek Beril Bozoğlu; Erdal Ekinci; Orhan Pala


Referenzen

‘The level of expertise and experience demonstrated by the tax planning team is outstanding. The lawyers are exceptionally knowledgeable and proactive, offering comprehensive legal advice that skilfully combines both technical and practical insights.’

‘The lawyers with whom we have direct contact are İpek Beril Bozoğlu, Erdal Ekinci and Orhan Pala, and they are available and helpful, even when our demands are very short-term.’

‘Esin Attorney Partnership is our longstanding-trusted tax partner in Turkey. The main reason for this is not solely because of their outstanding understanding of Turkish laws and regulations, but also their ability to apply this commercially in the most practical ways. Their deep understanding of the issues affecting the industries we operate in means that we are confident that we make decisions based on sound counsel.’

Kernmandanten

OYAK


Ascendx


MNT Investments B.V


Borusan Holding


Tofaş Türk Otomobil Fabrikası A.Ş


Çimsa Çimento Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş


Akbank T.A.Ş


Ereğli Demir ve Çelik Fabrikaları T.A.Ş


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised OYAK Grubu in relation to the incorporation of TCC Amsterdam Holdings B.V, a joint venture between OYAK and Taiwan Cement Corp.
  • Advised Tofaş Türk Otomobil Fabrikası A.Ş in relation to purchase of 100% shares of Stellantis Otomotiv Pazarlama A.Ş.
  • Advising Farallon and Oaktree on their participation in a landmark investment valued at approximately USD 5 billion in Dream Games, a leading player in the mobile gaming industry known for its globally successful titles, Royal Match and Royal Kingdom.

Gedik & Eraksoy

Gedik & Eraksoy leverages its collaboration with A&O Shearman to deliver integrated English and Turkish law expertise across the META region, acting as a hub for complex cross-border financings, projects, restructurings, capital markets, and M&A. Its client roster consists of major international banks, IFIs, funds, corporates, and government entities. English-qualified and Istanbul-based Adam Fadian maintains a strong regional reputation in complex financings and restructurings, utilising his deep knowledge to steer the firm’s global restructuring group. Ömer Şirin is lauded for his banking and finance expertise, as well as his involvement in project-related matters.

Praxisleiter:

Adam Fadian


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ömer Şirin


Referenzen

‘G&E team was able to swiftly understand our specific needs and was able to provide timely and accurate advice.‘

‘They were available and were able to provide tailor-made and very concise advice.‘

Kernmandanten

International Finance Corporation


MUFG Securities EMEA plc


Citigroup Global Markets Limited


The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development


Garanti BBVA


Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş


Yapı ve Kredi Bankası A.S


J.P. Morgan Securities plc


Akbank T.A.Ş


United States International Development Finance


Corporation


Arab Petroleum Investment Corporation


Denizbank AG


Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A


Ecogreen Enerji


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised MUFG anda syndicate of lenders and ECAs in connection with the circa. EUR2.4 billion financing for the Ministry of Finance and Treasury of Turkey in connection with the construction of the Kars-Iğdır-Dilucu high-speed railway project.

Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I.

Özdirekcan Dündar Senocak Ak in partnership with Gide Loyrette Nouel combines deep local expertise with Gide Loyrette Nouel’s global network to provide full-service Turkish and cross-border advice across corporate, finance, and disputes. Housing a team of internationally qualified partners, the team handle high-value transactions and strategic matters for global investors, banks, multinationals, and major corporates. Bülent Özdirekcan brings deep knowledge across corporate, restructuring, and M&A operations, while Esra Dündar Loiseau is a leading figure in the IP space. Arpat Senocak steers his practice towards financial services and energy, and seasoned litigator and mediator, Ali Osman Ak, is a go-to for corporate and commercial disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Bülent Ozdirekcan; Arpat Şenocak; Ali Osman Ak; Esra Dündar Loiseau


Referenzen

‘Quite knowledgeable, ready to help, and treats your company as their own.‘ 

 

Kernmandanten

FAES Pharma


Lacoste


Menlo Ventures


Anthos Capital


Groupe Rocher


Air Liquide


BPCE Group


Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations


CAREL


Portage Ventures L.P


TotalEnergies


Vauban Infrastructure Partners


AXA Mediterranean Holding S.A.U


LVMH Group


Steelcase SAS


Türk Ekonomi Bankası A.Ş


BNP Paribas Cardif Sigorta A.Ş


Alexander McQueen


TEB Finansman A.Ş


NN Hayat ve Emeklilik A.Ş


TEB Portföy Yatırım A.Ş


Groupama Filiales et Participations


Thermofisher


Gestamp


ÇEPAŞ Galvaniz Demir Çelik Madencilik A.Ş


Renault Trucks


Volvo Group Otomotiv Ticaret Limited Şirketi


Lantana


Believe


ING bank


RCI


Izocam


AXA Sigorta


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Menlo Ventures and Anthos Capital on a USD 60M Series B investment to Good Job Games.
  • Advised Lacoste (Maus Freres) on the acquisition of sole control over Pentland Chaussures Limited.
  • Advised Proparco, a French development finance institution, on a EUR 100 million credit line extended to Türkiye İş Bankası to support its dual focus on climate-related lending and SME financing.

Kinstellar

Seamlessly uilising Kinstellar’s regional network, the team, in collaboration with KST Law / Kinstellar Istanbul have formed a full-service cross-border transactional firm in Turkey with strong capabilities in corporate and M&A, banking and finance, regulatory, and energy and infrastructure projects. Co-heading the M&A, corporate, and privacy equity group is Edmund Emre Özer, who draws on his English qualification to maintain a strong reputation in the Turkish Market for cross-border transactions. Compliance expert Mert Elçin brings longstanding experience in corporate, M&A, banking, and finance work. Sinan Diniz‘s expertise spans the gamut of Turkish competition law.

Praxisleiter:

Edmund Emre Özer


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Sinan Diniz


Referenzen

‘Kinstellar has been very impressive in terms of professionalism and practical approach. The combination of international experience with strong local knowledge has been invaluable.’

‘Emre is our trusted counsel for banking, energy, and M&A matters. His deep knowledge of the local market and regulations, combined with hands-on experience, makes navigating complex transactions much easier. He provides practical, actionable advice and guidance at every stage, giving us full confidence in our deals.’

‘The KST team stands out for its extensive experience and broad range of expertise, providing clients with comprehensive legal support in complex transactions. They are client-focused, fully dedicated, and inspire trust. They are an excellent partner to the business side in commercial negotiations and effectively protect their client’s interests even in the most challenging negotiations.’

Kernmandanten

Allison Transmission Holdings Inc


Balderton Capital


BYD


Doğus Holding


EQT Infrastructure


Gora Family


Murat Ticaret


Honeywell


Komercni Banka


Limak


Maher Holding


Met-Gun Insaat


Nova Ljubljanska Banka, d.d


Odine Solutions Teknoloji Ticaret ve Sanayi


Quexco Inc.


Yadea Technologies


Yokohama


ZTE Corporation


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Odine Solutions Teknoloji Ticaret ve Sanayi on its acquisition of a 53.03% shareholding in Logate, a Montenegro-based software company with a strong presence across the European market in 5G core network technologies, banking infrastructure, and digital transformation solutions.
  • Advised Quexco Inc. on its strategic entry into the Turkish market through the acquisition of Mutlu Akü, Turkey’s largest automotive battery manufacturer, including its integrated waste battery recycling operations, from South Africa-listed Metair Group for a value of USD 110 million.
  • Advised Komercní banka, a Czech subsidiary of Société Générale, on an acquisition financing for its acquisition of Bahçeci Clinic, a leading fertility and reproductive health group in Turkey.

Norton Rose Fulbright

The integration of Norton Rose Fulbright‘s global network and the local alliance firm Pekin Bayar Mizrahi has positioned the firm as a leading cross-border transactional and finance practice in Turkey, capable of offering international and Turkish law capabilities across capital markets, disputes, compliance, and IP. The firm is a go-to for a wide portfolio of major international corporates, PE funds, DFIs, and global banks, alongside Turkey’s largest conglomerates and financial institutions, as well as fast-growing fintech, energy, and industrial clients. Istanbul and New York-based commercial practitioner, Ayşe Yüksel Mahfoud steers the global corporate M&A and securities practice.

Praxisleiter:

Ayşe Yüksel Mahfoud


Referenzen

‘This is a team that knows the Turkish market very well. It has a great coordination in many jurisdictions, so it makes life easy for clients to deal with multi-jurisdictional matters.‘

‘Ayşe Yüksel Mahfoud is a superb lawyer who has knowledge of several jurisdictions and especially the Turkish market. She is available and goes out of her way to make things happen.‘

Kernmandanten

Freepoint Eco-Systems International Ltd


Benefit Systems S.A


Cleversoft


Evergreen Hill Enterprise


Emirates NBD


Beko Europe


HSBC Bank Plc


ING Bank N.V


Africa Finance Corporation


IFC


EBRD


Freepoint Eco-Systems International Ltd


Benefit Systems S.A


Cleversoft


Evergreen Hill Enterprise


Emirates NBD


Beko Europe


HSBC Bank Plc


ING Bank N.V


Africa Finance Corporation


IFC


EBRD


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Benefit Systems S.A. on an EUR 414.37 million financing granted by Santander Bank Polska S.A. and Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego to support their strategic investments.
  • Advised a syndicate of 14 banks, including Emirates NBD representing in a corporate loan facility to the Netherlands based Beko B.V.
  • Advised Africa Finance Corporation for the financing of Aksa Enerji Üretim A.Ş. to fund the construction of combined-cycle gas projects in Africa.