Senol Somran Law Firm is strong in the transport and maritime sectors, particularly with yachting and super yachting mandates. Shipbuilding contracts, offshore structuring and large-scale import transactions are key areas of focus for the team. The team also has a strong ability in China-related matters, such as with the Chinese export credit agency. Railway transport, including financing, acquisition and maintenance, is also a focus for the practice. At the helm of the team are Sinan Şenol and Ebru Somran Gözlükçü.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Sinan Şenol, Ebru Somran Gozlukcu and Sevgi Aydost are all exceptional - available, very responsive and set a clear legal path for the clients with their advice.’
- ‘Şenol Somran Law Firm stands out as a dynamic and client-focused legal practice that blends deep sector expertise with a modern, innovative approach to legal services. The firm’s commitment to delivering high-quality, tailor-made solutions for both local and international clients is evident across its diverse practice areas and strategic operations.'
- ‘Sinan Şenolis erudite and thoughtful - gives an honest assessment, even if it is not what you want to hear.'
- ‘They are exceptional lawyers, consistently striving to deliver the highest quality legal services to clients in Turkey.’
- ‘High quality legal service. Ebru Somran is very engaged in the handling of the files, with an important eye for detail, and the service provided is the result of meticulous legal work, very good communication with the client.’
- ‘Ebru Somran stands out with her extensive knowledge in the area, as well as the practical approach in problem-solving and her availability for the client.'
- ‘Sinan Şenol's command of complex legal structures in yacht sale and purchase and new build projects is exceptional.'
Key clients
- North Standard
- IA Group
- Through Transport Mutual Services (UK)
- Turquoise Shipyard
- Green Era Shipbuilding
- Arian Capital Partners
- Altri Group
- Alia Yachts
- Hot Lab
- Tren Kargo Taşımacılık A.Ş.
- ArabyAds
Work highlights
Representing liability insurers of a Turkish freight forwarder in legal proceedings before Turkish Courts with respect to a cargo damage dispute arising from a sea carriage having a value of $1.6m.
Represented Cactus Limited regarding a €18m yacht construction dispute against a shipyard in Antalya.
Advised Tren Kargo Taşımacılık A.Ş. on the acquisition of 5 locomotives with a total value of €26m from Siemens Mobility.
Practice head
Sinan Şenol; Ebru Somran Gözlükçü
Other key lawyers
Sevgi Aydost