In association with Dentons, Balcioglu Selçuk Eymirlioglu Ardiyok Keki Attorney Partnership is a trusted advisor to major Turkish and international companies on contentious and non-contentious labour law matters. The team is highly regarded for its work on mergers, business transfers, and termination policies, as well as its expertise in dispute resolution, from pre-litigation strategies to courtroom representation. Galip Selçuk supports clients with drafting and negotiating executive agreements and internal policies. Gözde Manav Kılıçbeyli’s due diligence skills have enabled the firm to secure high-profile deals. Mehmet Feridun İzgi left the firm in 2025.
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‘Their to-the-point approach and problem-solving mindset helped us to tackle all the employment matters.'
- 'The practice stands out due to its deep expertise in employment law combined with a tailored, client-first approach that ensures personalized strategies for each case. The team has an excellent track record in employment matters, consistently delivering high-quality results that surpass our expectations.’
‘The individuals in this team stand out for their exceptional knowledge in the employment law, consistently providing innovative legal strategies. Their ability to anticipate our needs, combined with a personal commitment to excellence, sets them apart from others.'
‘I have had the privilege of working with Balcıoğlu Selçuk Ardıyok Keki on several complex legal matters, most notably involving a distressed debtor who had filed for composition proceedings and was granted a 1-year moratorium.'
- 'The team at Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki has been invaluable in providing counsel on employment law matters. Their expertise in navigating both day-to-day issues and more complex employment challenges has been crucial to our business.'
'The entire team are not only extremely knowledgeable, and they also take the time to understand our specific needs, delivering personalized service and prompt, clear communication.'
'Their proactive, client-first approach is a significant asset, and they have proven to be reliable partners, especially in high-pressure situations.’
‘We mainly work with Gözde Manav Kılıçbeyli and we appreciate her punctual answers, know-how about the labour issues and clear explanation about the possible labour risks we may have.'
Key clients
- Forto
- Mastercard
- Luxoft
- Analog Devices
- Toyota Tsusho Europe SA Turkey
- Wyndham Hotel Group
- CommScope
- Ria Money Transfer
- Faurecia
- Environmental Sciences
Work highlights
- Advising Analog on various aspects of employment law.
- Advising Toyota on various day-to-day employment law-related matters.
- Advising Wyndham Hotel Group on various aspects of employment law.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Galip Selçuk
Other key lawyers
Özge Özmenlikan; Gözde Manav Kılıçbeyli; Aygül Coşkun; Seda Nur Ün