Abcoo Law Firm > Istanbul, Turkey > Firm Profile
Abcoo Law Firm Offices
Inonu Caddesi Devres 50 Kat:2 Beyoglu
34427 ISTANBUL
Turkey
Abcoo Law Firm > The Legal 500 Rankings
Turkey > Real estate and construction Tier 1
Valued by sources for its ‘unmatched legal experience in real estate’, Abcoo Law Firm houses one of the most comprehensive practices in the market. The team routinely represents the premier developers and investors in Turkey, while it also acts for lenders, landowners and tenants. The department is led jointly by Hasan Çağlayan, who is a 35-year veteran of the real estate market; Murat Aygün, who specialises in transactional real estate matters; and Berk Batur, whose practice spans real estate, government affairs and corporate law. The team’s strong second line of associates includes Ezgi Aysima Kurtuluş and Miray Yağcı.Practice head(s):
Hasan Çağlayan; Murat Aygün; Berk Batur
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘We have been working with Abcoo for years. During which, it has proven that it is one of the best law firms in the market. Besides their unmatched legal experience in real estate, lawyers truly operate responsively and foresightedly, which is vital for businesses to thrive in such a competitive environment.’
‘The exceptional Berk Batur’s vision and business sense always supports the work and answers our needs. In addition to the legal service he provides, his ability to establish perpetual relationships with his clients creates a trustworthy environment.’
‘I highly recommend Abcoo as an outstanding legal partner. Its unique and innovative approach, along with its expert team of attorneys, sets it apart. It provides tailored solutions thanks to its diverse expertise. Its client-centered approach impressed me, providing personalised strategies for my specific needs.’
‘The firm leverages cutting-edge technology for efficient solutions and boasts a proven track record in complex cases. Its global perspective and ethical practice make it a reliable choice and a partner. Lawyers’ accessibility and responsiveness kept me well-informed. ’
‘Berk Batur, Hasan Çağlayan and Murat Aygün are distinguished by their exceptional legal expertise and client-centred approach.’
‘Both Ezgi Aysima Kurtuluş and Murat Aygün are our primary contacts. And both have excellent communication skills and provide thoughtful counsel when called upon.’
‘The team is super detail-oriented; I feel safe when I work with lawyers in this team because I’m 100% sure that they never miss anything, I can count on them all the time. Other lawyers we have worked with previously can sometimes miss issues or lead us the wrong way. ’
‘We have been working with Abcoo since their inception. The major reason behind our everlasting business relationship with Abcoo is their renowned expertise in the real estate business. In addition to their expertise, they always handle matters in a proactive way.’
Key clients
AEH Anadolu
AFE Proje
Ak Portföy
Aksoy Holding
Akvo Gayrimenkul
Anadolu Efes
Artaş İnşaat
Betatrans Lojistik
Bio İstanbul
Cevahir Taahhüt İnşaat
Diar Süleymaniye
Dolphin Gayrimenkul (Subsidiary Of Dolphin Overseas Fund)
Ebi Gayrimenkul
Eczacıbaşı Holding
Elca Kozmetik (Estée Lauder Companies Turkey)
EIS Eczacıbaşı
Eria Partners
Eria Pramerica
Evyap Holding – Evyap Sabun
Eyusta Mimarlık
Ferhunde Verdi
Galata Gayrimenkul
Gmw Architechts
Haremten Turizm
H&M Turkey
Hicran Mutuşoğlu
HPP International Turkey
Huda Dış Ticaret
Imannoor Tekstil
Kale Kilit
KAT Turizm Gayrimenkul
Körfez Gyo
Körfez Tatil
Mehmet Aslan
Metalsac
Metrosite İnşaat
Meydan Txm Gayrimenkul
Mubea Aviation Havacılık (previous title Flamm Aerotec Havacılık Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.)
Neba Gayrimenkul
Nema Gayrimenkul
Nida İnşaat
Odeabank
Olbia Gayrimenkul
Panço Giyim
Pd Turizm
Peak Oyun (Peak)
Pef Antalya Retail Investments Sarl
Pelitli Lojistik
Peninsula Emlak Yatırım
Petrol Ofisi
Pradera
Pronegy Gayrimenkul Enerji
Rvc Luxembourg S.A.R.L
Qatari Diar İstanbul
Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company
Rönesans Holding
Sarp Yapı
Saudi Bin Ladin
Seba İnşaat
Sepas Danışmanlık
Space İstanbul
Sidar Şahin
Work highlights
- Advised EİS Eczacıbaşı on the negotiations and execution of a ‘promise to sell’ real estate agreement in return for revenue sharing with Artaş İnşaat, regarding the construction of a residential and commercial project on EİS Eczacıbaşı’s property located in İstanbul.
- Advised Artaş İnşaat and Betatrans Lojistik on the purchase of land located in Pendik, Istanbul, owned by Milpa, a listed subsidiary of Doğan Holding.
- Advised Mubea on the purchase from Teksan Jeneratör of factory land located in the European Free Zone.
Turkey > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 5
The team at Abcoo Law Firm advises domestic and multinational companies across sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals, real estate, financial services, energy, tech, construction and manufacturing, on day-to-day and cross-border transactional matters. The team is led by experienced partners Can Oğuzer, an expert in shareholder disagreements; M&A specialist Murat Aygün; and Berk Batur, who brings strength to real estate matters.Practice head(s):
Can Oğuzer; Murat Aygün; Berk Batur
Other key lawyers:
Ezgi Aysima Kurtuluş; Miray Yağcı
Testimonials
‘Berk Batur always exhibits unparalleled confidence and a professional manner even during the most intricate matters.’
‘In the area of commercial and corporate law, I specifically recommend Berk Batur for his unparalleled skills in due diligence and negotiation. For M&A transactions, Murat Aygun’s expertise in international corporate matters and governance make him an invaluable asset.’
‘Great communication, highly-supportive, collaborative, transparent in every step.’
Key clients
Ak Portföy Yönetimi
Aksoy Girişimcilik Enerji ve Turizm
Artaş İnşaat
Betatrans Lojistik
Carny Teknoloji
Cevahir İnşaat
Data Market
Diar Süleymaniye Gayrimenkul
DMcloud Bilgi Teknolojileri
Dolphin Gayrimenkul (Subsidiary of Dolphin Overseas Fund)
Drivee Teknoloji
Eczacıbaşı Holding
Eis Eczacıbaşı İlaç Sınai ve Finansal Yatırımlar
Egesan Aşındırıcı Taşlar Sanayii
Egeli Zımpara Pazarlama
Egeli Zımpara Sanayii
Elca Kozmetik (Estée Lauder Companies Turkey)
Evyap Holding – Evyap Sabun
Huda Dış Ticaret
Kat Turizm Gayrimenkul
Körfez Gyo
Körfez Tatil
Kuzu Hazır Giyim
Meydan Txm Gayrimenkul
Neba Gayrimenkul
Nema Uluslararası Gayrimenkul
Nispetiye Gayrimenkul
Nimbles Pte. Ltd.
Orka Holding
Özgün Makine
Panço Giyim Sanayi
Peak Oyun (Peak)
Peninsula Enerji ve Teknoloji Yatırımları
Petrol Ofisi
Polo Garage
Pradera
Qatari Diar İstanbul
Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company
RVC Luxembourg S.A.R.L
Space İstanbul
Source Direct International
Symrise Kimya Sanayi
Uzmanlar Depolama
Voys Yapay Zeka
Work highlights
- Represented Artaş İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. and Betratrans Lojistik İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. with respect to the acquisition of 69,83% of the shares of Çelik Halat ve Tel Sanayii A.Ş., which was previously owned by Doğan Holding.
- Represented Egeli Zımpara Pazarlama A.Ş., Egeli Zımpara Sanayi A.Ş. and Egesan Aşındırıcı Taşlar Sanayi A.Ş. Egeli Zımpara Pazarlama A.Ş., Egeli Zımpara Sanayi A.Ş. and Egesan Aşındırıcı Taşlar Sanayi A.Ş., manufacturers of abrasive products, for the acquisition of 75% of its shares by Tyrolit AG, a member of the Swarovski Group as one of the world’s largest manufacturers of abrasive and sharpening products.
- Representation of Diar Süleymaniye Gayrimenkul Anonim Şirketi a subsidiary of Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, regarding sale of Diar Süleymaniye’s shares in Peninsula Emlak Yatırım A.Ş. to Kuzu Çevre Teknolojileri ve İnşaat A.Ş. along with execution of a settlement and release agreement.
Turkey > Dispute resolution Tier 5
Abcoo Law Firm leverages its premier real estate offering to specialise in representing construction companies, retail clients and real estate investors in contentious matters. The team is also active in IP, employment and wider commercial litigation. High-profile real estate expert Hasan Çağlayan co-heads the team together with Can Oğuzer. Erdoğan Okşak and former senior associate Ezgi Ulga Yurdakul have left the firm.Practice head(s):
Can Oğuzer; Hasan Çağlayan
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘We have worked with Abcoo since its inception. After nearly a decade, the firm still manages to impress with its swiftness and determination when it comes to the resolution of disputes. Ever since the beginning of our business relationship, the team has provided remedies for countless crucial disputes.’
‘The team is responsive and attentive, which makes the cooperation easier on our end. Its swift and custom-made responses to the most complex matters has always been impressive. They provided top-quality service with excellence.’
‘Berk Batur’s unmatched perfectionism, ambition and detail-oriented approach reflects on his team. His unique experience in real estate combined with his one-of-a-kind experience deriving from years of engaging with many retail sector giants enables him to provide all that is needed for a client.’
‘As an international firm, we work with ABCOO, because it is a local practice with an international attitude. It understands the sensitivities of local situations but can keep communication internationally clear. Lawyers from our regional offices can discuss matters with them clearly.’
‘The general managers and employees we spoke to were very smart and understood the frame very quickly. They asked the right questions and they listened carefully. These are very very valuable assets in the market.’
Key clients
Aksoy Girişimcilik (Aksoy Ventures)
Betatrans Lojistik
Data Market
Diar Süleymaniye
Dolphin Gyr.
ELCA Kozmetik (Estée Lauder Companies Turkey)
HPP International Turkey
KAT Turizm Gayrimenkul
Körfez Gayrimenkul
Körfez Tatil
Neba Gayrimenkul
Nema Uluslararası Gayrimenkul
Panço Giyim
Peak Games (Peak)
Peninsula Emlak Yatırım A.Ş.
Petrol Ofisi
Polar Marine
Rönesans Holding
Tricon Energy
Turcas Petrol A.Ş
Voys Yapay Zeka
Work highlights
- Representing Betatrans Lojistik İnşaat Sanayi ve Ticaret in a dispute with Marmara Metal Mamulleri Ticaret concerning breach of contract and cancellation of title deeds and registration.
- Representing KAT Turizm Gayrimenkul Yatırımları ve İşletme Ticaret in a case seeking the cancellation of its title deed registration and the abandonment of coastal land earmarked for a hotel project.
- Representing Metalsac Ticaret ve Sanayi in a dispute with a project contractor.
Abcoo Law Firm > Firm Profile
The firm: Having been established by highly experienced lawyers, each of whom is an expert in their respective fields, Abcoo provides high-quality and solution-based legal services to its local and international clients. With its 35 years of experience, Abcoo offers continuous and effective legal services to its clients in all the fields of law in co-operation with associated law firms, both local and global, and technical solution partners.
Areas of practice
Corporate and M&A: the firm provides a complete range of business legal services to its clients for all aspects of their domestic deals as well as their complex multi-jurisdictional transactions. It is extensively involved in cross-border M&A transactions with expertise in building creative and alternative M&A models in line with the mandatory regulations under Turkish law. It also provides legal consultancy in relation to incorporation of all kinds of legal entities including but not limited to real estate investment companies and portfolio management companies.
Real estate and construction: with years of experience in this specific field, the firm has significant expertise in conducting legal due diligence for proper real estate purchase and sales as well as drafting and negotiating agreements regarding direct and indirect real estate acquisitions. It provides forward-thinking legal consultancy to support the development, lease and operation of acquired real estate and innovative legal assistance in relation to zoning plan adjustments and zoning implementation. Its services include the representation of clients before public organisations and institutions; following-up of civil and administrative lawsuits with respect to real estate issues; and resolution of any relevant dispute, including disputes arising from the implementation of the law on the transformation of areas under disaster risk.
Dispute resolution: based on its long history of litigation success, the firm promises its clients an assertive approach to their litigation and arbitration cases on both local and cross-border basis. In this context, Abcoo provides clients with attentive care and timely assistance throughout every stage of their respective cases.
Labour: the firm renders legal advice, primarily on behalf of employers, on labour law related issues. It provides consultancy services to clients as well as representing them in litigation and mediation processes.
Banking and finance: Abcoo advises banks, insurance companies and other financial institutions on various legal matters, including but not limited to drafting of loan agreements, collateral agreements, etc, on both a local and cross-border basis.
Unfair competition: Abcoo provides legal opinion and suggestions for current and possible unfair competition cases; enforcement of precautionary measures; follow-up of unfair competition claims pursuant to art 56 of TCC and criminal cases stipulated under art 61.
Public offering: the firm provides the following services, among others, with respect to public offerings: preparation of offering circulars for foreign markets; conducting of detailed legal due diligence; performance of the necessary amendments to the articles of association of companies, the shares of which will be subject to a public offering, for compliance purposes with the capital markets legislation; and submission of such to the capital markets board and providing legal assistance for the applications to be filed with the board for approval of the offering circular and with Istanbul Stock Exchange for trading at the respective market.
Sports: Abcoo provides legal assistance to various sports federations in preparing their main regulations and other directives; resolving disputes between federations, clubs and players; drafting and reviewing employment agreements as well as sponsorship contracts between clubs and players.
Enforcement and bankruptcy: the firm provides legal services to clients with respect to the bankruptcy process in addition to execution process of any kind of debt. Services in this field of law include debt recollection, restructuring of debts, purchase and sale of assets via public auctions, follow-up and conclusion of bankruptcy and liquidation.
Privacy and data protection: disputes related to data is an eventual and inevitable outcome if you are to own a business which happens to somehow contact with other humans. With data becoming even more valuable, then came the necessity of protection of data. Since there is a rush of a regulatory process all around the World where law-makers are making regulations, and as a result, the companies are trying to comply with such regulations, we, as Abcoo Law Firm, are offering legal advice to our clients regarding the data collection, retention, anonymization and destruction of therein. To be more specific, we are advising our clients with respect to personal data of which they are obliged to process. This requires us to prepare necessary policies, to assist clients for their registration with Data Controllers Registration System, to restructure the agreements conforming to the regulations and to conduct correspondences with the government officials regarding the data processing and protection.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Corporate and M&A | Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Murat Aygün , Berk Batur, Ezgi Aysima Kır | +90 212 293 05 93 | |
Real estate, Construction and Zoning | Hasan Çağlayan, Murat Aygün, Berk Batur | h.caglayan@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Labour | Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Kübra Ünal | c.oguzer@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Dispute Resolution | Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Ayşe Uyanık, Kübra Ünal | c.oguzer@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Banking and Finance | Murat Aygün | m.aygun@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Privacy and Data Protection | Berk Batur, Kübra Ünal | b.batur@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Unfair Competition Claims | Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Berk Batur, Ezgi Aysima Kır | c.oguzer@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Public Tenders | Hasan Çağlayan, Murat Aygün | h.caglayan@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Public Offering | Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Murat Aygün | c.oguzer@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Sports | Berk Batur | b.batur@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Intellectual Property | Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Ezgi Aysima Kır | c.oguzer@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Contract | Hasan Çağlayan, Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Murat Aygün, Berk Batur, Ezgi Aysima Kır | h.caglayan@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Tax | Hasan Çağlayan | h.caglayan@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Administrative | Hasan Çağlayan, Ayşe Uyanık | h.caglayan@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Enforcement and Bankruptcy | Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Ayşe Uyanık, Kübra Ünal | c.oguzer@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Shareholder Disputes | Hasan Çağlayan, Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Murat Aygün, Kübra Ünal | h.caglayan@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Litigation and Arbitration | Hasan Çağlayan, Cüneyt Can Oğuzer, Ayşe Uyanık, Kübra Ünal | h.caglayan@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare | Berk Batur, Ezgi Aysima Kır | b.batur@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Compliance | Berk Batur, Kübra Ünal | b.batur@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Immigration | Murat Aygün, Berk Batur | b.batur@abcoo.com.tr | +90 212 293 05 93 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Murat Aygün | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Berk Batur | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Hasan Çağlayan | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Can Oğuzer | Partner | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 13Languages
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Istanbul Bar AssociationClient testimonials
CLIENT: Ömer Egesel – Country Manager
COMPANY/FIRM: Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company
TESTIMONIAL: “We, as a company, have been working with ABCOO since their inception. The key reason for us to work with ABCOO is their shared expertise particularly in the real estate sector, back up and additional help when needed and their customer focused, diligent approach in the engagements. The team’s hands-on approach and the responsive style in handling the matters are their main strengths. Though they still provide high quality services and target to exceed the expectations. Also, as we have experienced, their professional network in the market enables them to deliver the most effective results when required.”
CLIENT: Ufuk Özkan – Finance Director
COMPANY/FIRM: ELCA Kozmetik Limited Şirketi, an Estee Lauder Companies Affiliate
TESTIMONIAL: “As Estee Lauder Companies Turkey Affiliate, we are very happy to have a legal partner like ABCOO, who understands our needs even before we ask them and highlight all risks and opportunities with very comprehensive analysis. They have a very wide network in Turkish legal landscape and they leverage it to provide support for us. Every member of their team, from partners to junior associates, are always very reachable and flexible to work with. They are very detail-oriented and they provide point executive summaries to save ELC Turkey Executives’ time. They always deliver their tasks before deadlines and follow them up very strictly.”
CLIENT: Sidar Şahin – Founder & CEO. Peak Games
COMPANY/FIRM: Peak Games
TESTIMONIAL: “We have been working with Abcoo for years now, and it has always been a real pleasure to work with them. Especially in the acquisition of Peak Games by Zynga Inc, we have achieved one of the most world-shaking acquisition transaction through their guidance and assistance. Their tireless efforts enabled us to achieve successful conclusion to this marathon. We thoroughly commend them both on their professionalism and friendship, without which the transaction would have foundered numerous times. Over this period, it was a privilege to enjoy their professionalism, expertise and friendship.”
CLIENT: Grisette Almann – General Manager-312 Vista
COMPANY/FIRM: Dolphin Gayrimenkul ve Yatırım Geliştirme Ltd. Şti.
TESTIMONIAL: “I am pleased to highly recommend ABCOO Law Firm to be considered as part of your prestigious organization. ABCOO is my “go-to” for all legal business matters. From preparing and drafting all tenant and vendor contracts to giving counsel when I am in most need. ABCOO is the consummate professional and the attorneys assigned to our company do not waste valuable time responding to 312 Vista’s business needs. I write with pride, that as our attorneys, I am confident when making business decisions because ABCOO has the interpersonal skills needed to make their clients feel confident. They offer adroit advice in a timely and urgent manor, which in business is of utter importance.”
CLIENT: Osman Emrah Şahin – H&M Expansion l Real Estate l Strategy
COMPANY/FIRM: H&M HENNES&MAURITZ TEKSTİL LİMİTED ŞİRKETİ
TESTIMONIAL: “Abcoo is a very well-known law firm and we are working with them for 10 years as they provide legal services in keeping with our corporate culture and values. Their key features are mainly their unique expertise in the retail sector, their ability to take initiatives and most importantly, their ability of working in a pro-active way so as to provide us with swift responses and solutions. We, as H&M, are feeling happy to work with Abcoo’s experienced team, not only in the field of lease but also in other fields including but not limited to union, payroll, HR and logistics.”
Diversity
As Abcoo Law Firm we strongly believe in diversity, equity and inclusion and that it is our only way forward. While the understanding and promotion of diversity, equity and inclusion being drastically increasing among society, we are delighted and proud to say that we have been embracing our differences and diversities from day one.
Our main goal is to provide and maintain a safe working environment internally, since we believe that the best work comes from people that are happy, strongly connected to one another and feeling safe and sound. The relationship between colleagues are to be built around respect, love and trust and of course, acceptance. We believe we do make our best endeavours to avoid a stressful work environment, since we all know nothing good ever comes from that kind of environment. Commitment to diversity means acceptance of different point of views brought by individuals coming from different genders, sexual orientation, ethnic roots, religion and political stance, and that brings colour and uniqueness to environment.
We take our pride to say that over 60% of our team members are women. On associate level this ratio rises above 72% and on senior associate level it is 100%. We support women led businesses by not only providing legal consultancy to them but also promoting small businesses empowered by women. We choose to refrain from providing legal services to projects which we believe is hazardous for what we stand for, from fundamental human rights to environment, and encourage others to do so. It is safe to say that we, as Abcoo Law Firm, are aware of the ongoing issues regarding the inequity and discrimination not only in corporate life but also in daily life. Especially, people with different sexual orientations, marital status, ethnic origins, nationalities, religious beliefs and political stances and people with disabilities are being targeted and marginalized. We believe we do our best to eliminate such alienation and discrimination towards anyone who faces them.
It is for sure we have achieved to provide a safe workplace which feels like home and its members feel like family to one another. This reflects on our work and it is well-known that our relationships with our clients are long-lasting. We have built an entire system of acceptance and understanding. We have established that mind-set both internally and externally and, indeed, we will continue to use our best endeavours to spread this awareness.
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