With ‘strong technical knowledge’, Kolcuoglu Demirkan Koçakli provides expert advice on multijurisdictional merger transactions and investigations before the Turkish Competition Authority. Acting for major clients across a broad range of regulated industries, the group also has considerable experience handling competition law audits. ‘Precise, strategic and exceptionally responsive’ practice head Neyzar Ünübol is a seasoned practitioner in competition matters such as cartel and abuse of dominance investigations and merger control filings, and also excels in advice relating to compliance programmes. Another key lawyer is Esen Çakır, who specialises in competition, M&A and corporate law.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team combines technical expertise with a business-oriented approach.'
- ‘This practice stands out for its client-focused approach, clear communication, and practical solutions.'
- ‘The practice has deep experience and a strong track record in handling competition authority cases. One of the team’s key strengths is their ability to present well-structured options and strategic alternatives, allowing clients to make informed decisions at every stage.'
- ‘The team stands out for its speed, depth, and truly solution-oriented approach.'
- ‘Neyzar Ünübol is a standout partner: precise, strategic, and exceptionally responsive. She translates complex regulatory issues into concrete, implementable solutions and provides clear risk-based options.'
- ‘The team is characterised by accessibility, responsiveness, and the ability to provide clear, business-oriented guidance in a complex regulatory context.'
Key clients
- Aksa Akrilik
- Saya Group
- Arkel
- Dikey Vitamin
- Duracell
- Flora
- GlassHouse
- Gratis
- HDI Insurance
- Jacobs Douwe Egberts
- Kartek Holding
- Logo Software
Work highlights
Advised and represented Mubadala in connection with its acquisition of certain business lines of Getir, including Getir Perakende.
Provides competition law advice to Gratis on its compliance with Turkish competition law, including conducting competition law training sessions.
Advised and represented Arkel on the merger control filing of the sale of Arkel to Innovalift AB.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Neyzar Ünübol
Other key lawyers
Esen Çakır