An excellent choice for international clients due to its multijurisdictional reach, the group at Esin Attorney Partnership, Member Firm of Baker & McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein focusing on investigations, compliance and ethics, is praised for its ‘deep understanding of both local regulatory nuances and global compliance standards’. The team is highly experienced in internal investigations and white-collar mandates, and is uniquely well-placed to advise on trade sanctions. The practice is co-led by dispute resolution expert Yalın Akmenek, known for his ‘insight, hands-on approach and unwavering commitment to integrity’ in areas such as white-collar crime and compliance, and Gökçe Serez, who specialises in issues involving sanctions, potential criminal liability, anti-money laundering and anti-corruption.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team stands out in the Turkish market for its deep understanding of both local regulatory nuances and global compliance standards, providing clients with pragmatic, business-oriented advice.'
- ‘Yalın Akmenek has an impressive ability to distil complex regulatory issues into clear, actionable guidance that aligns seamlessly with business priorities. His presence ensures that every engagement is handled with rigour, integrity, and foresight.'
- ‘The team works efficiently and communicates clearly, which makes it easy to collaborate with them even on complex matters.'
- ‘Gökçe Serez is dedicated, responsible, and always positive in her approach. Her solution-oriented mindset and calm handling of challenges make her stand out.'
Key clients
- Ethics and Reputation Society (TEID)
- TeamSystem S.p.A.
- PepsiCo
- HSBC
- ICBC
- SOCAR
- Disney
- Oyak
- Chery
- Doğadan
Work highlights
Conducted an internal investigation for a vehicle manufacturer, focusing on allegations that its dealers in Türkiye may have circumvented sanctions against Russia.
Advised SOCAR on the compliance aspects of its acquisition of a 25% stake in TFS Akaryakıt Hizmetleri Anonim Şirketi, conducting due diligence and developing customised compliance risk mitigation strategies to ensure a smooth and secure investment process.
Provided comprehensive legal guidance to a global financial institution following a MASAK audit, mitigating potential liabilities under Türkiye’s anti-money laundering regulations.
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Yalın Akmenek; Gökçe Serez
Other key lawyers
Ayşe Dilara Kaçar