Credited for its ‘industry experience, positive approach, and analytical skills’, Ertekin Attorney Partnership is active on high-value energy and infrastructure financings, covering solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal projects for a diverse client base. Ali Barış Ertekin boasts deep expertise in project development and in the financing and privatisation of major power and infrastructure projects. Ali Temuçin Akalın is skilled across a broad range of financing deals, from the preparation and negotiation of finance to financial closings.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Our employees' high level of legal knowledge and skills, as well as their familiarity with the practices and regulations of various sectors, distinguish them from others. Their thorough review and positive feedback on contracts always make us feel confident.’
- ‘In the project financing process, Barış Ertekin, along with Ali Akalın, stands out due to his knowledge, expertise, and his qualities as an excellent mediator. You can always work securely with Ali Temuçin Akalın during project financing processes, and he will consistently find logical solutions to your issues. Unlike many of our colleagues, he has a comprehensive mastery of his subject matter.’
- ‘The Ertekin team was extremely supportive, drafting documents efficiently and managing negotiations with sensitivity and a focus on consensus.’
- ‘Ali Barış Ertekin combines extensive experience with strong negotiation skills. He also stands out as an excellent mentor, guiding participants at every level of seniority.’
- 'Ali Barış Ertekin is a highly motivated and dedicated person and always makes things work and easier for his clients. He has strong leadership skills and guides his team with high motivation and clarity. He is a highly responsive person and ensures the best outcome for clients. He always provides strategic advice with his deep experience.’
- ‘The team provides great feedback and raises important aspects of the deals, which is substantial for its clients. They provide support and finalise documentation within strict deadlines. Overall, I'm happy to work with them and looking forward to working in the future.'
Key clients
- Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş
- T.C. Ziraat Bankası A.Ş
- Yapı ve Kredi Bankası A.Ş
- Türkiye Sınai Kalkınma Bankası A.Ş
- Türkiye Vakıflar Bankası T.A.O
- Türkiye Halk Bankası A.Ş
- Türkiye Garanti Bankası A.Ş
- Güriş İnşaat ve Mühendislik A.Ş
- Garanti Portföy Yönetimi A.Ş
Work highlights
Acted as lender counsel in connection with the USD 100,000,000 financing of a port capacity expansion project undertaken by a major energy producer in Türkiye.
Acted as legal counsel to Türkiye Sınai Kalkınma Bankası A.Ş. in connection with the EUR 85,000,000 project financing provided to Nata Tarım Üretim ve Ticaret A.Ş. for the development and construction of technologically advanced greenhouses utilizing geothermal resources.
Represented Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş. in connection with the USD 80,000,000 project financing of a hybrid geothermal power plant with an installed capacity of 24.5 MW.
Practice head
Ali Barış Ertekin; Ali Temuçin Akalın