The team at Sakar Law Office handles a range of work in the energy realm, including SPV formation, licensing, and O&M contracts. The team advises natural gas companies within Turkey, with the head of the team, Gözde Esen Sakar, leading a high number of matters. Sakar’s knowledge spans across M&A, joint ventures, banking, and project finance transactions, regularly acting for clients in the energy, oil and gas, and mining industries.
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Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
Key clients
- AKSA Energy
- EMX Royalty Corporation
- Energy POOL
- Mutluer Energy
- OMV Energy
- Vitol Energy
Work highlights
Advising Midwest Limited on the acquisition of share and asset purchase deals of Turkey-based mining companies.
Advised EMX Royalty Corporation, a US-listed company, on the sale of its Moroccan portfolio (gold-copper based metal targets) to Avesoro Morocco Limited, and on agreements for gold royalty rights in connection with an exploration project with another mining company.
Advising OMV Energy on its natural gas sale contracts, including drafting, review, and negotiation of contractual terms, as well as offering ongoing counsel on all regulatory, transactional, and compliance matters related to its energy operations.
Practice head
Gözde Esen Sakar
Other key lawyers
Sena Avci; Meltem Güneş; Damla Baykaldı; Ece Nart; Zeynep Erdölen; Pelinsu Üstündağ