With ‘strong communication skills, responsiveness, and collaborative mindset’ ÖzmenYalçin’s team is praised for ‘anticipating challenges and presenting innovative solutions before issues escalate’. The team covers large-scale project finance, projects, and energy-sector transactions. With noted strengths in energy, infrastructure, and utilities transactions, Ömer Gökhan Özmen heads up the group, exhibiting ’sound knowledge and profound know-how on many aspects of energy and projects deals’. Equipped to handle the full range of project agreements, from financing documentation to project development agreements, is Güneş Yalçın. Damla Keskin Şerbetcioğlu is a go-to for clients in the energy and retail sectors seeking advice at the intersection of banking and finance and projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The individuals I work with stand out for their exceptional blend of technical knowledge, commercial understanding, and accessibility. Unlike many competitors, they do not merely provide legal answers but rather craft strategic, business-oriented solutions that anticipate potential challenges. I have especially valued their responsiveness, clear communication, and unwavering commitment to delivering results.’
- ‘ÖzmenYalçın team has sound knowledge and profound know-how on many aspects of energy and projects deals. They have a very hands-on approach at a very senior level. They are very responsive.’
- ‘Ömer Gökhan Özmen has a very business-oriented mind, and his problem-solving skills helped us a lot during negotiations with our counterparties. Damla Keskin Şerbetcioğlu has great experience in energy and project deals and has extensive market knowledge. She has outstanding drafting and negotiation skills.’
- ‘This practice stands out for its unique combination of deep sectoral expertise and client-focused approach. The team consistently delivers tailor-made legal solutions, balancing technical excellence with practical commercial insight. Potential clients will immediately notice the team’s responsiveness, precision, and ability to navigate complex matters with clarity. Compared to other firms, the practice distinguishes itself with its partner-driven service model, ensuring that senior lawyers remain actively engaged throughout each mandate. In terms of innovation, the firm has invested in cutting-edge legal technology to enhance efficiency and fostered a diverse and collaborative work environment. These efforts translate into a service experience that is not only legally robust but also efficient, transparent, and aligned with clients’ business objectives.’
- ‘I have been actively conducting business with ÖzmenYalçın Law Firm for 4 years through my institution. They provide fast and explanatory responses to all kinds of legal questions/problems of both our customers and my institution. They always complete the work quite efficiently.’
- ‘The individuals we work with at the law firm consistently stand out due to their exceptional expertise, professionalism, and commitment to our business objectives. What differentiates them from competitors is not only their deep legal knowledge, but also their proactive approach and ability to tailor solutions that fit the unique needs of our bank.We have especially valued their strong communication skills, responsiveness, and collaborative mindset. They listen carefully, understand the complexities of our operations, and provide clear, actionable advice that helps us make informed decisions quickly.'
Key clients
- Demirtepe Enerji Üretim ve Ticaret A.Ş
- Rönesans Yenilenebilir Enerji Yatırım A.Ş
- Türkiye İş Bankası A.Ş
- Polat Enerji Yatırımları A.Ş
- Türkiye Sınai Kalkınma Bankası
- Yapı ve Kredi Bankası A.Ş
- Garanti Bankası A.Ş
- Ziraat Bank A.Ş
- Türkiye Halk Bankası A.Ş
- Türkiye Vakıflar Bankası A.Ş
- Odeabank A.Ş
- Ekos Teknoloji ve Elektrik Anonim Şirketi
Work highlights
Advised Demirtepe Enerji Üretim ve Ticaret A.Ş. owned by Rönesans Enerji Üretim ve Ticaret A.Ş. as guarantor in connection with the financing extended by Vakıflar Bankası and Akbank for the acquisition of Sibelres Elektrik Üretim A.Ş. and its wind power plant located in İzmir, having an installed capacity of 86.8 MW.
Advised İş Bank on a project financing totalling USD 75,000,0000 for 175 MW CCGT Power Plant Project in Kumasi, Ghana by way of sub-lending by Aksa Enerji to its SPV in Ghana.
Advised Systemair on the subcontract executed with WOTS Uluslararası Dış Ticaret ve Danışmanlık Limited Şirketi (WOTS) in connection with the MAS Contract titled Contract for Manufacturing and Supply of Air Handlings for Power Units No. 1, 2, 3, 4 and General Plant Building and Structures of “AKKUYU” Systemair WOTS Contract (WOTS Contract).
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Damla Keskin Şerbetcioğlu
Practice head
Ömer Gökhan Özmen; Güneş Yalçın; Damla Keskin Şerbetçioğlu