Recent Turkish Dispute Resolution Trends: Increased Commercial Cases And Post-Transaction Disputes

Q: As a dispute resolution expert, what trends have you noticed in terms of methods of dispute resolution over the last year?

There is an increase in commercial cases before courts across Turkey. The business which could not cope with the economic stagnation apply for bankruptcy postponements. Foreign brands which ties the stagnation to their underperforming distributers cancel the contracts which give rise to compensation claims. Equally, post MA disputes have been on the rise. Marketing for arbitration is at high level but litigation is still the frontrunner despite endless complaints.

Q: What are the most common types of dispute you see?

The most common type of disputes is collection proceedings. Creditors send payment orders to debtors via execution offices. If the debtor files an objection within seven days of the service, the creditor must file a lawsuit to lift the objection. Receivable claims based on contracts or invoices constitute the majority