Sought after for its ‘comprehensive expertise across all areas of the sector’, Abcoo Law Firm handles investment and development deals concerning a range of asset types, including mixed-use. The firm handles share transfer, portfolio deal and construction agreement matters. Hasan Çağlayan manages real estate and construction agreement negotiations for major international companies, while Berk Batur advises on transactions involving shopping malls, hotels, offices and residential assets. Murat Aygün focuses on corporate real estate matters, including M&A transactions, joint ventures and project financing. Ayşe Uyanık is another key name within the team, as is Gizem Özcan, who acts on asset transactions and lease negotiations.
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Testimonials
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- 'Berk Batur has an excellent command of legal English, is very strong in drafting and reviewing contracts, and consistently provides prompt responses.'
- ‘Hasan Çağlayan is highly knowledgeable and experienced; his legal arguments are reliable, and he is always accessible, courteous, and solution-oriented.'
- ‘The Real Estate and Construction team at ABCOO Law Firm is distinguished by its comprehensive expertise across all areas of the sector, including zoning and planning law issues, real estate litigation, and the drafting of construction and lease agreements.'
- ‘Berk Batur is widely recognised as a standout real estate advisor who seamlessly combines deep technical expertise with a sharp commercial perspective. He is exceptionally proactive and solution-oriented, turning even the most complex issues into clear, actionable strategies.'
- ‘The real estate team stand out for their clarity and efficiency. They quickly grasp the commercial realities of complex projects and translate them into precise legal strategies.'
- ‘The team has consistently demonstrated strong legal expertise, responsiveness, and a client-focused approach.'
Key clients
- AFE Proje
- Ak Portföy
- Aksoy Holding
- Akvo Gayrimenkul
- Anadolu Efes
- Artaş İnşaat
- Betatrans Lojistik
- Bio İstanbul
- Diar Süleymaniye
- Doğ-Yap
- Dolphin Gayrimenkul
- Eczacıbaşı Holding
Work highlights
Advised Eczacıbaşı Holding regarding the development of a landmark mixed-use project in Kartal, Istanbul, on a 157,383.26 m² land plot under a “Revenue Sharing Model”.
Advised Metro Properties on a construction project to be developed on a 34,809.86 m² land plot, involving relocation of the existing hypermarket and redevelopment of the remaining part as a mixed-use project combining commercial and residential functions.
Advised Doğ-Yap on a construction project to be developed on a 30,000 m² land plot in Bahçelievler, Istanbul through establishment of joint ventures and signing of various agreements.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Gizem Özcan
Practice head
Hasan Çağlayan; Murat Aygün; Berk Batur; Ayşe Uyanık
Other key lawyers
Gizem Özcan; Kübra Ünal