A go-to firm for international arbitration, Esin Attorney Partnership, Member Firm of Baker & McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein has a highly skilled dispute resolution praised as ‘a leading force handling complex and high-profile disputes, both locally and internationally’. The practice is overseen by litigation and arbitration expert Ismail G. Esin, Yalın Akmenek who has extensive experience with complex disputes, and Demet Kaşarcıoğlu who has unique expertise in complex arbitration matters. The group also includes international arbitration specialist Elif Atmaca, Ozan Kesim who focuses on disputes arising from distribution agreements and sales contracts, and Anıl Tıngır who is praised as ’an outstanding professional who brings unique value to his clients’. Koray Söğüt moved to KST Law / Kinstellar Istanbul in August 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Esin's dispute resolution team is a leading force in handling complex and high-profile disputes, both locally and internationally.'
- ‘The team as a whole are very precise and organised. They have no diffuculties talking about the reality of the situation and feel comfortable giving honest directions in tough cases.'
- ‘Anıl Tıngır demonstrated resolve beyond our expectations. He attended demanding meetings with us and showed a rare ability to enter into complex and high tension business talks without hesitation. He is the kind of counsel you want beside you in tough meetings, not only as a lawyer but also as a steadfast ally.’
- ‘In a moment of high stress, Yalın Akmenek not only provided expert legal guidance, but also a genuine sense of reassurance and calm that I deeply appreciated.'
- ‘The team is very experienced in international disputes and is one of the largest and most competent teams in Turkiye with very good credentials.’
- ‘Ozan Kesim is very sharp and precise. He takes actions at the right times.’
Key clients
- Bureau Veritas
- The Walt Disney Company Limited
- AM alpha Kapitalverwaltungsgesellschaft mbH
- Denizbank
- Redington
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Practice head
Dr. İsmail G. Esin; Yalın Akmenek; Demet Kaşarcıoğlu
Other key lawyers
Elif Atmaca; Ozan Kesim; Anıl Tıngır; Zeynep Ezgi Yanarateş; Yavuz İskit