With a focus on transport-related insurance, the ‘consistently dependable team’ at Ersoy Bilgehan Lawyers & Consultants showcases notable expertise in marine insurance, cargo and liability claims, as well as admiralty disputes. Its client roster consists of international insurers and reinsurers, especially P&I Clubs, H&M underwriters and Lloyd’s syndicates. Ergün Ersoy and M. Raci Alper are significant practitioners in the marine space, particularly matters arising from major shipping casualties, as well as advising clients on collisions, salvage, general average, pollution, and charter party-related disputes. Zihni Bilgehan is a go-to for companies, lenders, and investors seeking advice on insurance-related commercial transactions, finance, and infrastructure projects. Adept in the full lifecycle of insurance cases is Emre Ersoy, covering policy negotiations and security arrangements to evidence gathering, litigation, and settlements.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Consistently dependable team.’
- ‘Emre Ersoy is very dedicated and consistently delivers dependable and thorough work, and one does not need to send reminders to get a follow-up!’
- 'Ersoy Bilgehan Lawyers & Consultants provides highly competent services in the insurance field, with particular expertise in marine insurance and P&I liability matters. The team combines in-depth sector knowledge with a professional and solution-oriented approach, ensuring that even the most complex cases are handled efficiently and effectively. Compared to other firms, they stand out for their responsiveness, clarity in advice, and strong industry understanding, which makes them a trusted partner in the insurance market.’
- ‘I have had very good experiences working with Raci Alper, Emre Ersoy, and Gulsah Akbas, who stand out for their professional and competent approach, specifically for P&I matters. Their ability to combine legal expertise with practical guidance and their consistent responsiveness distinguish them from competitors and make them highly reliable in dispute resolution matters.’
- ‘They are excellent professionals.’
- ‘Specifically in marine insurance, they are perfect.’
Key clients
- Apollo Underwriting
- TT Club
- Ray Insurance
- Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group
- Integra Brokers
- If P&C Insurance Company Ltd
- Thomas Miller Specialty
- Cattolica Assicurazioni
- SIAT Assicurazioni
- Generali Italia
- Norwegian Hull Club
- AXA Insurance
Work highlights
Assisted the insurers of the charterers of the vessel YM WITNESS, which was involved in an allision with three shore cranes at Evyap Port, which was one of the largest casualties of the year so far. The total claim amount is anticipated to exceed USD 500,000,000.00.
Assisted the reinsurers of a Turkish Insurance Company regarding the civil lawsuit which was initiated by the owners of a seismic research vessel in relation to the damages sustained by the vessel due to adverse weather conditions. The total claim amount is approximately USD 4.5 million.
Advising the reinsurers of a major Turkish insurance company in a USD 4.7 million claim brought forward against the reinsured, which is related to the coverage issues concerning the insurance policy of an automobile parts manufacturer.
Practice head
Ergun Ersoy; Zihni Bilgehan; M. Raci Alper; Emre Ersoy
Other key lawyers
Gulsah Akbas