Well-regarded for its ‘specific focus on real estate and construction matters’, ARIKAN | PARTNERS ILC assists domestic and international clients in cross-border construction projects. The firm is well-versed in urban regeneration projects and infrastructure developments, acting for developers, investors and contractors. Co-heading the practice, Nazli Arikan handles contentious and non-contentious construction matters, concerning hotels, industrial and infrastructure assets. Fellow practice head Akin Volkan Arikan supports leading developers, contractors and investors in international arbitration and transactional matters. Selda Taşyürek Köksal adds experience as an arbitrator in construction disputes under ICC, UNCITRAL, SIAC and ISTAC rules.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Nazlı Arıkan and Selda Tasyürek Köksal have specific experience and expertise in construction contracts. Their particular knowledge and specialisations in construction matters is exceptional in Turkey.'
- ‘Both Akin Volkan Arikan and Selda Tasyürek Köksal stand out as exceptional practitioners whose strengths complement each other and elevate the team’s offering.'
- ‘Each team member is highly detail oriented, very responsive and knowledgeable. I feel very secure working with them.’
- 'Nazlı Arıkan brings strategic vision, extensive experience, and an ability to distill complex issues into clear, practical advice that positions clients strongly. She demonstrates excellent leadership and foresight, ensuring the team delivers with consistency and precision.'
- ‘Very experienced and engaged team. Partners always on top of the cases. Great communication and problem solving capabilities.’
- ‘Great engagement and commitment at senior levels.’
Key clients
- Makyol
- Shoreline Contracting Limited
- Alsim Alarko Sanayi Tesisleri ve Ticaret Anonim Şirketi
- Haribo Sekerleme San. ve Tic. Ltd. Şti.
- Kiwi Turizm ve İnşaat Anonim Şirketi
- Istanbul Modern Museum (IMSAV)
- Sicame
- Al Ghurair Investment LLC
- Eczacibasi Holding
- Mitsubishi Elevators / AG Melco Turkey
- Asal Group of Companies
- Plato Mining & Construction Inc.
Work highlights
Providing comprehensive contract management and dispute resolution services to Alsim Alarko for a multi-billion-dollar subway construction project.
Advising ECZACIBASI HOLDING since 2016 in its construction contract management matters in the development of GALATAPORT Project and the Istanbul Modern Museum.
Advising the ÇİMENTAŞ Group on its major real estate development projects.
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Practice head
Nazlı Arıkan; Akin Volkan Arıkan
Other key lawyers
Selda Tasyürek Köksal