Akol Law

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• ‘People in the team are brilliant, communicative, responsive, collaborative, hard-working and transparent! They are motivated and dedicated to get things done! Particularly, Meltem Akol, Denizhan Budak.’
• ‘Akol Law worked on a few of our projects which required knowledge in banking, finance, construction, and international private law. The Akol team understood the details thoroughly and prepared documents which were tailored to our specific needs. Also, communication was smooth and efficient. Their team showed high knowledge and professional ethics during all the working process. I highly recommend Akol Law to anyone needing professional legal advice.’
• ‘Akol Law’s Banking, Finance and Capital Markets practice stands out in Istanbul for its exceptional combination of technical expertise, commercial insight, and client-oriented service. What makes the team unique is their ability to bridge international standards with deep local knowledge, which is critical in complex M&A and cross-border financing matters.'
• ‘We do not trust anyone else other than Meltem Akol in M&A. She has exceptional judgement, sees around corners, and gives advice that is both technically precise and commercially sound. Her leadership in negotiations is unmatched. Arzum Hanım, as senior lawyer, adds real depth to the team. She is diligent, thorough, and very good at managing complex documentation, which makes the overall service seamless.’
• ‘The Capital Markets team at Akol Law has been an incredible partner to our company. They combine deep expertise with a practical, solution-oriented mindset, making even the most challenging transactions feel smooth and well-managed. What we appreciate most is their teamwork, responsiveness, and genuine commitment to understanding our needs and priorities as a client. Every member of the team is approachable, professional, and reliable, and together they create a seamless experience that gives us complete confidence. We are truly grateful to have such a dedicated team supporting us. We are genuinely happy with the support we receive from Akol Law’s Capital Markets team. They make even the most complex processes feel manageable with their clear guidance, deep knowledge, and constant availability whenever we need them. The team is approachable, attentive, and always willing to go the extra mile to ensure things run smoothly. As a company, it gives us great comfort to know we are in such capable hands, and we truly value having Akol Law as our trusted partner.’
• ‘Working with Meltem Akol has been an exceptional experience for us. Her unrivalled knowledge of capital markets, combined with her practical and commercial mindset, gives us absolute confidence that we are always in the best hands. Meltem takes the time to understand our business goals and provides guidance that is not only legally sound but also tailored to what works best for us as a company. She is consistently available, attentive, and solution-driven, and her personal dedication makes even the most complex matters feel manageable. We deeply value her support and consider her a trusted partner to our business. We feel very fortunate to work with Meltem Akol and her Capital Markets team. Meltem’s experience and guidance give us complete confidence, even in the most complex transactions. She has a unique ability to combine deep legal expertise with a practical, solution-oriented approach, always making sure that our needs as a company are understood and met. Her responsiveness, attention to detail, and genuine care for her clients make a real difference, and we are truly grateful for the trust and comfort she provides us throughout every step of the process.'

Key clients

• Penti (Penca)
• Polifarma
• Is GYO
• Armada Foods
• Çimko
• Cevher Jant
• Panda Aluminyum
• Vaden

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Meltem Akol

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Denizhan Budak