Blending regulatory expertise with on-the-ground market insight, Çakmak Attorney Partnership has carved out a distinct position in Turkey’s energy sector for its team dedicated exclusively to energy regulation. The group advises on issues spanning renewables, LNG, smart-grid reforms and tariff setting, and has recently seen increased instructions on EPC and construction matters. It also continues to handle electricity-related disputes and compliance questions arising from market and regulatory changes. Practice head Mesut Çakmak remains the go-to for project finance and privatisation work, while fellow co-head Mustafa Durakoğlu leads on headline energy developments. Elsewhere in the team, Ayşe Eda Biçer Özen is a key port of call for lenders and sponsors seeking assistance on major acquisitions and financing, while Nazli Başak Ayık plays a key role in structuring security and financing documentation.
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Profile
Work Department
Projects & Project Finance, Energy, Infrastructure, Banking & Finance, Public Tenders and Transportation
Position
Mustafa's practice focuses on energy and infrastructure projects, and banking and finance transactions. He has represented domestic and international lenders, sponsors and project developers in the development, financing, construction and operation of a number of large-scale energy, transportation and infrastructure projects. He also advises some of the major players in the payment services industry.
Career
Mustafa began his career at Çakmak in 2008 and became Partner in 2018.
Languages
Turkish and English
Memberships
İstanbul Bar Association, Turkey, 2018
Ankara Bar Association, Turkey, 2009
Turkish Bar Associations Union, 2009
Education
University of Bologna, University of Hamburg and Erasmus University, Rotterdam, European master’s in law & Economics, LL.M, 2010
Bilkent University, Faculty of Law, LL.B, 2008
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Testimonials
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‘Nazlı Başak Ayık and Ayşe Eda Biçer Özen assisted our company for public tender application process. We valued their contribution and consultation during the document preparation.'
‘In-depth energy industry knowledge.'
‘Very knowledgeable, in-depth experience.'
‘I have always had a good experience with the Çakmak team. The team was professional, responsive, easy to reach, and knowledgeable. They took the time to explain every step of the process clearly and always made me feel supported and confident. I recommend Çakmak Attorney Partnership to anyone seeking Turkish law legal advice.'
‘A firm with highly qualified lawyers in every field. They are particularly well-versed in energy law and possess comprehensive knowledge of the sector, which allows us to seek their advice with complete confidence. In contract negotiations as well, they stand firm in advocating for what is reasonable.’
‘The Çakmak team always delivers the best quality and is extremely responsive. I am collaborating with the Çakmak team on a considerable number of finance transactions, predominantly in the energy sector. Çakmak has an excellent understanding not only of the law, but also of the relevant industry sectors (finance and energy).'
‘In all transactions with Çakmak, I closely collaborate with Nazlı Başak Ayık. Nazlı Başak Ayık is always extremely responsive and delivers only work of outstanding quality within the shortest possible time. The collaboration with Nazlı Başak Ayık is an outstanding pleasure, and our joint clients are always satisfied with her work.'
Key clients
- TBNG Turkey Corporation Ceyhan Polipropilen Üretim A.Ş. European Bank for Reconstruction and Development RES Anatolia Holding A.Ş. Rönesans Enerji Üretim ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Work highlights
Advised Ceyhan Polipropilen Üretim A.Ş. (the project company established by Sonatrach Petroleum Investment RNS Ceyhan Petrokimya Endüstriyel Yatırım A.Ş.) on the drafting and negotiation of a long-term electricity and certificate supply agreement.