Çakmak Attorney Partnership hosts a specialised energy practice that remains highly active in the market, encompassing renewable and thermal power plants, electricity deals, and regulatory disputes. In recent months, construction contracts, particularly EPC contracts, have been a significant focus for the team. Mesut Çakmak is a recognised authority in project finance and privatisation. Mustafa Durakoğlu continues to lead several high-profile energy projects. Lenders and sponsors frequently seek Ayşe Eda Biçer Özen’s expertise in the acquisition, development, and financing of major energy projects. Nazli Başak Ayık is a key name for the drafting and negotiation of financing and security documentation.
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‘Çakmak's entire team is always in the knowledge of what is going on in the energy industry. They are experts in what they offer and yet remain very modest.'
‘We worked with Mustafa Durakoğlu and Nazlı Başak Ayık. They are both great in what they do and give a great sense of comfort.'
‘Çakmak Attorney Partnership is a leading firm in the field of energy law, with a dedicated team of lawyers delivering exceptional work. They have proven to be highly skilled in managing the complexities of energy sector transactions.'
‘Mustafa Durakoğlu is an exceptionally skilled lawyer with deep knowledge and extensive experience. He leads a remarkable team that consistently helps us achieve our goals.'
‘The Çakmak team is an excellent team that only delivers the highest quality and never misses any deadline.'
‘Nazlı Başak Ayık provides well-founded legal advice in an extremely efficient and reliable way.'
Key clients
- Thrace Basin Natural Gas
- Sonatrach Petroleum Investment
- RNS Ceyhan Petrokimya Endüstriyel Yatırım A.Ş
- Ceyhan Polipropilen Üretim A.Ş
- Rönesans Enerji
- Yelen-Gülpınar Enerji
Work highlights
- Advised Rönesans and Sonatrach on the drafting and negotiation of a long-term electricity and certificate supply agreement.
- Advised Yelen-Gülpınar on the ECA-backed financing made available by KfW Ipex-Bank GmbH.
- Advised a leading energy company on the sale of a solar power plant portfolio.
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Nazli Başak Ayık
Practice head
Mesut Çakmak; Mustafa Durakoğlu
Other key lawyers
Ayşe Eda Biçer Özen; Nazlı Başak Ayık; Selin Erten Yaşar