Tunc Firat Dereli Attorney Partnership
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Showcasing a unique ‘commitment to innovation’, Tunc Firat Dereli Attorney Partnership is home to a team of experts well-equipped to advise sponsors, lenders, and investors on the structuring, financing, and execution of large-scale, cross-border energy, infrastructure, and natural resources projects. The practice has particular expertise in asset-based financing and transactional documentation. Leading the group is Zeynel Tunç, who exhibits a ’blend of legal acumen and technical insight’ when advising on the structuring, financing, and regulatory aspects of large-scale energy, infrastructure, and mining projects, including PPPs and privatisations involving DFIs and ECA. Notably skilled in the shipping, energy, LNG and gas sectors is Nazlı Dereli Oba, who draws on in-house experience at banks and energy companies to advise on large-scale projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Tunç Fırat Dereli Law Firm stands out for its deep expertise in contract law, particularly in the energy sector and EPC agreements. What makes this practice truly unique is its ability to combine legal precision with a strong understanding of industry dynamics, a rare and valuable trait in complex infrastructure projects. The team is exceptionally responsive, pragmatic, and solution-oriented, consistently delivering high-quality legal support under tight timelines.'
- 'Compared to other firms, Tunç Fırat Dereli offers a more agile and sector-savvy service model, which is especially critical in fast-moving and high-stakes environments like energy and infrastructure. The firm’s commitment to innovation is reflected in its flexible engagement models, proactive risk management strategies, and its ability to adapt legal frameworks to evolving project realities. In short, Tunç Fırat Dereli Law Firm is not just a legal advisor; it is a strategic partner that adds tangible value to every stage of the project lifecycle.’
Key clients
- Acacia Maden İşletmeleri A.Ş
- Tekfen Holding
Work highlights
Advised Acacia Maden İşletmeleri A.Ş., as the borrower, in relation to various project financing transactions.


