Praised for its ‘combination of aggressive advocacy with sharp, strategic thinking’, ELIG Gürkaynak Attorneys-at-Law is a go-to advisor for a global client base in administrative cases concerning Competition Authority decisions. The group also has unique capabilities in intellectual property and media and entertainment disputes, as well as in commercial litigation relating to online services. The practice is overseen by Gönenç Gürkaynak who specialises in competition, IP litigation, administrative issues, and arbitration, and Tolga Uluay who has extensive exprience with administrative, commercial, contracts, employment, IP and media disputes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team demonstrates consistent strength in client service and case management. Their knowledge base is a significant asset; the team efficiently utilises its historical understanding of our previous cases and strategy to inform their current counsel.'
- ‘The team is highly valued for their accessibility and reliable communication. They effectively take ownership of the case details, ensuring our specific instructions and strategic needs are accurately and promptly integrated into the defense strategy.'
- 'Tolga Uluay is a reliable strategic resource.'
- ‘What makes this practice so effective is its combination of aggressive advocacy with sharp, strategic thinking. They don't just litigate; they focus on achieving our commercial objectives.'
- ‘In a high-stakes dispute, the quality of the individuals is what matters most, and this team is outstanding.’
- ‘In the labour field, ELIG aeffectively meets our needs in litigation, including by explaining local laws, requesting necessary evidence, and sharing progress.’
Key clients
- 3M Company
- Alcon Laboratuvarları Ticaret A.Ş.
- Boğaziçi Bilgisayar Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
- Digicom Elektronik Pazarlama A.Ş.
- Edenred
- Henkel
- Indesit
- L’Oréal
- Medtronic
- Mutlu Akü
- Newell
Work highlights
Representing X Corp. in its objection against the court decision which ordered Ekrem İmamoğlu’s X account be banned from access.
Advised Digicom Elektronik Pazarlama A.Ş. on the acquisition of compensation for pecuniary damages, non-pecuniary damages, loss of profit, and portfolio.
Advised Boğaziçi Bilgisayar Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş. on its acquisition of LG.
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Practice head
Gönenç Gürkaynak: Tolga Uluay
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