Barlas & Karabucak Law Firm launched in January 2025 as a spin off from Durukan Hukuk Burosu, and is led by Mahmut Barlas who has unique expertise in international criminal mattters, as well as being strong in international arbitration.

With a disputes team overseen by Mehmet Feridun İzgi, Nisanur Varol and B. Miray Güneşli Gümüştekin, Bozoglu Izgi Attorney Partnership (BI Legal) re-established itself as an independent law firm in 2025 and has notable dispute resolution expertise in the life sciences and energy sectors.

Cukur & Partners' key strengths lie in insurance claims, commercial and corporate disputes, as well as employment and compensation claims. Devrim Cukur, İrem Soyman Alevok, Nevzat Kırmızı, and Serap Yücel co-lead the team.

KST Law / Kinstellar Istanbul, overseen by Mert Elçin Elçin and Eren Ertem, is becoming a notable player in dispute resolution.

Described by clients as a ‘full-fledged, one-stop-shop law firm performing at the highest levels of Turkish law‘, Erdem & Erdem Law Office has extensive experience with all aspects of litigation, enforcement, arbitration, and administrative disputes. The practice is co-led by Piraye Erdem who acts for both local and foreign clients in commercial and administrative lawsuits, as well as in arbitration proceedings, and Suleyman Sevinc who has broad expertise in arbitration, litigation, and enforcement. The group also includes the ‘excellent strategist‘ Ercüment Erdem who is a distinguished arbitrator with additional expertise in enforcement, international commercial law and M&A, as well as dispute resolution specialist Alper Uzun.

A go-to firm for international arbitration, Esin Attorney Partnership, Member Firm of Baker & McKenzie International, a Swiss Verein has a highly skilled dispute resolution praised as ‘a leading force handling complex and high-profile disputes, both locally and internationally’. The practice is overseen by litigation and arbitration expert Ismail G. Esin, Yalın Akmenek who has extensive experience with complex disputes, and Demet Kaşarcıoğlu who has unique expertise in complex arbitration matters. The group also includes international arbitration specialist Elif Atmaca, Ozan Kesim who focuses on disputes arising from distribution agreements and sales contracts, and Anıl Tıngır who is praised as ‘an outstanding professional who brings unique value to his clients’. Koray Söğüt moved to KST Law / Kinstellar Istanbul in August 2025.

Acting for a broad range of blue-chip companies and multinational corporations across a variety of sectors, Kolcuoglu Demirkan Koçakli is an ‘absolute go-to firm both for state court litigation and arbitration‘. The group has broad expertise that includes high-stakes commercial disputes, compensation claims, enforcement lawsuits, and white-collar-crime proceedings. Co-leading the team, Okan Demirkan is an international dispute resolution specialist with notable capabilities in the energy and infrastructure sectors, and Begüm Biçer İlikay, praised for her ‘exceptional dedication and client-focused commitment’, is highly skilled in both commercial and criminal lawsuits. Okan Gündüz is another seasoned litigator.

Recommended by clients for ‘bet-the-company litigation for the world’s largest companies’, Paksoy has expertise in the full scope of complex litigation and arbitration matters. The group regularly acts in commercial, regulatory, and specialty disputes, with extensive experience handling cross-border issues, and boasts unique capabilities in shareholder disputes, product liability disputes, enforcement proceedings, administrative litigation, and commercial arbitration. Serdar Paksoy leads the team while Simel Sarıalioğlu, praised for her ‘excellent knowledge and judgment‘, and Doğuhan Uygun are both standout lawyers in arbitration. Onur Çeliker specialises in administrative and employment law, as well as in tax and product liability disputes, and Emre Kotil is experienced in the maritime, aviation, and insurance sectors.

Doğan Coşgun leads the dispute resolution team at ASC Law Office, a group praised for its ‘problem solving mindset‘ and that is highly skilled in complex arbitration matters. The team acts for a variety of multinational corporations, banks, and financial institutions, and is well-regarded in the banking and finance, energy, and retail sectors. Notable practitioners in the team include the ‘knowledgeable’ Kemal Tağa, seasoned litigator Çağla Şahin Aksu who is experienced in debt collection and enforcement, and Cem Keser.

Balcioglu Selçuk Eymirlioglu Ardiyok Keki Attorney Partnership, whose ‘defense strategies are highly advanced‘, has a highly skilled arbitration group that regularly appears before a variety of international arbitration institutions, with particular skills in advising both local and foreign investors on matters arising out of complex transactions. Drawing on its strength as a full-service firm, the litigation team excels in the full spectrum of civil, commercial, and administrative disputes. Co-leading the practice, Doğan Eymirlioğlu is a seasoned arbitrator described as ‘particularly knowledgeable and articulate‘, Özge Özmenlikan is uniquely experienced in complex commercial disputes, and Mahmut Karyağdı is a reputed lawyer in intellectual and commercial litigation, especially in the tech space.

Praised for its ‘international experience and depth of subject matter expertise‘, Egemenoglu has notable strength in both international arbitration and high-stakes litigation across a diverse array of sectors. The group is especially knowledgeable in cross-border commercial dispute resolution and has niche capabilities in the protecting the rights of minority shareholders, and is also well-versed in private law disputes relating to real estate, inheritance and transport law, white-collar crimes, and administrative and tax law. The practice is co-headed by ‘outstanding lawyer‘ Egemen Egemenoğlu; Dilek Gürsan Küçükaksu, who is experienced in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution, including in mediation; and civil law specialist Didem Keleş Pınar who is particularly skilled at inheritance matters.

The dispute resolution team at Hergüner Bilgen Üçer Attorney Partnership is ‘renowned for handling complex and high-value cases with exceptional expertise‘, and is a go-to group for international courts and multi-jurisdictional litigation strategies. With extensive experience in sectors such as banking, food and beverage, TMT and infrastructure, the team is skilled in both domestic and international arbitration, as well as the full spectrum of civil disputes, criminal, and administrative litigation. The practice is overseen by litigation expert Ayşe Hergüner Bilgen, licensed mediator Tolga Danışman who is knowledgeable in all types of disputes, and Ufuk Yalçın who is skilled in both civil and white-collar crime matters, as well as being an expert in settling labour disputes. The ‘outstanding dispute resolution lawyer‘ Sule Uluç is another key practitioner for arbtiration and disputes with a foreign jurisidctional element.

Co-led by E. Seyfi Moroğlu and E. Benan Arseven, Moroglu Arseven acts in a broad range of high-sakes arbitrations and litigations across various jurisdictions and industries. Praised as ‘particularly effective in managing sensitive or high-profile disputes‘, the group is an excellent choice for employment and intellectual property litigation, and is also knowledgeable in disputes relating to corporate and commercial, tax, insurance and product liability, as well as in white-collar crime defence. Notable practitioners include commercial litigation and insolvency expert Burak Baydar, Fulya Kurar who excels in commercial and investment arbitration, as well as Nejla Aydın Özer who focuses on family disputes.

A team of ‘highly competent lawyers‘, Çakmak Attorney Partnership has an experienced and diverse dispute resolution offering with seasoned litigators handling contentious commercial and administrative law mandates. The team has considerable expertise acting in cross-border matters, and is well-versed in the construction, commerce, finance, energy and mining sectors. The practice is co-led by Mesut Çakmak who is praised as ‘one of the best litigators in Turkey‘ and regularly represents multinational corporations in a variety of disputes, Zeynep Çakmak who is an expert in administrative and commercial litigation, and Elif Demiröz who is seasoned in employment law and has extensive experience in cross-border disputes.

Praised for its ‘combination of aggressive advocacy with sharp, strategic thinking‘, ELIG Gürkaynak Attorneys-at-Law is a go-to advisor for a global client base in administrative cases concerning Competition Authority decisions. The group also has unique capabilities in intellectual property and media and entertainment disputes, as well as in commercial litigation relating to online services. The practice is overseen by Gönenç Gürkaynak who specialises in competition, IP litigation, administrative issues, and arbitration, and Tolga Uluay who has extensive exprience with administrative, commercial, contracts, employment, IP and media disputes.

Ersoy Bilgehan Lawyers & Consultants is ‘second to none‘ in shipping and maritime disputes, and has additional skills in administrative, environmental, labour and consumer law litigation. The team also has considerable experience with alternative dispute resolution, including negotiating settlements, mediation, and arbitration. Key lawyers in the group include shipping expert Ergün Ersoy, Zihni Bilgehan and M. Raci Alper who are both praised as ‘first class, top tier performers‘, and Emre Ersoy who is proficient in criminal defence.

Described by clients as ‘an international-facing Turkish law firm with corporate disputes expertise’, Gün + Partners has a seasoned dispute resolution practice, especially in areas such as insurance, business crime, anti-corruption, employment, and intellectual property. In addition to its strength in complex litigation, the group has considerable experience appearing before both domestic and international arbitration courts. The practice is overseen by seasoned litigator Mehmet Gün, Beril Yayla Sapan who is praised as ‘responsive and clear in her advice’ and has extensive knowledge in commercial and employment disputes, and Aysel Korkmaz Yatkın who is particularly skilled in compensation actions, unfair competition claims, and issues relating to preliminary injunctions.

The dispute resolution group at Pekin Bayar Mizrahi consists of ‘dedicated team members‘ and has wide-ranging expertise in arbitration and litigation. With a highly international client base that includes foreign corporations, banks, and sovereign entities, the group excels in multi-jurisdictional disputes, and is especially knowledgeable in contentious shareholder matters, cross-border commercial contracts, and regulatory investigations. The ‘analytical and strategic‘ Ergin Mizrahi leads the practice, and is supported by Meral Arabacı who has a broad dispute resolution practice, and Maral Celepyan Avsar who is seasoned in commercial and corporate disputes.

Yavuz & Uyanik acts for both domestic and international corporations, financial institutions, and private individuals on a variety of litigations, international arbitrations, and administrative investigations. The group is co-led by seasoned litigator and arbitrator Mehmet Selim Yavuz, Murat Uyanık who handles complex commercial disputes, employment matters, debt recovery, and insolvency proceedings across multiple jurisdictions, and administrative lawyer Esra Ulcay who is also skilled in employment disputes.

Prasied as ‘seasoned professionals with extensive experience in corporate law, regulatory compliance, and litigation‘, the dispute resolution team at Abcoo Law Firm has extensive experience with commercial and civil disputes, and also excels in arbitration and mediation. The team acts for a diverse client base consisting of both private individuals and international companies, and is uniquely well-placed to advise on real-estate matters, with additional capabilities in IT, chemicals, energy, logistics and construction. All oversing the practice, Can Oğuzer is highly knowledgeable in a range of domestic disputes and in pre-litigation advisory work, Hasan Çağlayan is a key contact for real estate and administrative disputes, as well as monetary and contractor claims, and Ayşe Uyanık who has a broad dispute resolution practice that includes notable skills in family law.

The dispute resolution team at Acar & Ergönen Attorney Partnership is praised for its ‘relentless pursuit of excellence and its holistic, 360-degree approach to legal problem solving‘. The group handles a diverse range of complex disputes, including corporate and commercial litigation, M&A conflicts, shareholder disputes, employee issues and white-collar crime, and is especially strong in real estate matters. The practice is jointly led by real estate expert Onur Ergönen who ‘exudes confidence and competence in court’, and Duygu Acar Yucesoy who acts for both domestic and international clients across multiple of sectors in both litigation and arbitration, and is also a registered trade mark and patent attorney.

Acting for a diverse and multinational roster of corporate entities, state-owned bodies and private individuals, Baysal & Demir has expertise in both litigation and arbitration, and is a go-to practice for insurance and re-insurance disputes. With additional capabilities in employment and corporate and commercial work, the group is especially knowledgeable in sectors such as banking, construction, tech, social media. and aerospace. The team is led by Pelin Baysal who is an expert in high-stakes commercial and corporate disputes, as well as in the insurance and construction sectors.

Clients praise the dispute resolution team at Bezen & Partners for its ‘reliability, availability, and specialist knowledge‘. The group acts in a diverse range of disputes across sectors, with particular expertise in both domestic and international arbitration and with enforcing foreign court decisions and arbitral awards before the Turkish courts. Co-heads Serdar Bezen is a highly experienced arbitrator and especially experienced in corporate and commercial disputes, and Aykut Bakırcı is an ‘excellent administrative law practitioner‘. The team also includes Berkin Murat Soylu who is a key contact for post-M&A disputes and commercial arbitration, and the seasoned arbitrator Yesim Bezen.

Acting for a diverse client base that includes corporations, individuals, governments, and international organisations, CBC Law is described as ‘a group of remarkable lawyers with very strategic litigation mindset‘ and is an excellent choice for cross-border disputes. The team has notable expertise in arbitration and enforcement, and is well-equipped in complex disputes relating to business crime, human rights, public international law, and employment. The practice is led by Torehan Buyuksoy who focuses on commercial, employment, and human rights litigation as well as debt collection and criminal law, Lale Defne Mete who is a go-to lawyer for cross-border arbitration and litigation, and Gürhan Aydın who has a broad dispute resolution practice with considerable strenght in corporate and commercial disputes.

Günay Erdogan Attorneys At Law has ‘exceptional capabilities in resolving complex disputes‘ across a variety of sectors, especially in IT, competition, real estate, energy, and compliance. With extensive experience in both litigation and international arbitration, the team is well-equipped to advise on cross-border matters. Both praised for their ’outstanding expertise and a profound understanding of both the legal and practical aspects of dispute resolution‘, the practice is co-led by Yavuz Selim Günay and Ersin Erdoğan, and Günay is particularly skilled in high-value commercial, corporate governance, and cross-border disputes. Erdoğan has a broad practice in litigation, arbitration and mediation.

With a particular focus on representing foreign clients in disputes before Turkish courts and arbitral tribunals, IctemLegal is reputed for its skills in commercial litigation and arbitration. The team specialises in intra-shareholder disputes, director liability claims, and allegations of fiduciary duty breaches between business partners, but also acts for clients in a range of other disputes, including in employment, consumer and intellectual property litigation. The group is co-led by commercial and civil litigation specialist Sıla Gürün Yılmaz and Serkan Ictem, and Yilmaz is especially experienced in disputes such as arbitration, contractual conflicts, and tort cases.

Combining ‘local insight with global ambition‘, Kabine Law is a go-to group for cross-border and multi-jurisdictional disputes across a broad range of sectors, including in the construction, infrastructure, and energy sectors. On the litigation side, the group has unique expertise in sovereign litigation, financial disputes, construction-related claims, and coordinated cross-border enforcement. The practice is overseen by Mehmet Karli, Tuvan Yalım and Selim Can Bilgin.

Lexist Law Firm demonstrates a ‘rare combination of tremendous Turkish law savviness with an international perspective‘ and has unique capabilities in commercial and investment arbitration, as well as in the enforcement of arbitration awards. The group acts in a broad range of domestic and cross-border disputes with a focus on commercial litigation in sectors such as construction, real estate, FMCG, retail, energy and manufacturing. Both praised as ‘extremely able lawyers‘, the practice is co-led by Eyüp Kul who is a reputed litigator in the construction sector, and Murat Erbilen who specialises in energy, construction and investor-state arbitration. Nazlı Aksoy is also a key lawyer for dispute resolution.

Pekin & Pekin acts for a diverse client base consisting of multinational corporations, Turkish conglomerates, global brands and financial institutions in a variety of disputes, with particular expertise in commercial litigation. The group has niche capabilities in the sports sector, and is also knowledgeable in sectors such as energy, real estate, construction, banking and finance, and maritime and logistics. Joining the firm in January 2025 through the merger with Özkan Gürden Bingöl Attorney Partnership, the group is led by seasoned litigator and sports expert Erden Gürden , M&A and dispute resolution specialist Güryay Bingöl , and Mert Tezcan  who has a broad litigation practice as well as expertise in alternative dispute resolution. Erdem Atilla left the group in December 2024.

Praised as a ‘stand-out litigation practice in Turkey‘, YAZICI Attorney Partnership has has a broad dispute resolution practice that includes expertise in both litigation and arbitration relating to commercial and corporate, construction, real estate, and employment matters. Frequently acting for foreign clients in Turkish court proceedings, the group has considerable skills in administrative litigation, and is especially well-versed in the energy, infrastructure, and construction sectors. Elif Karagözoğlu focuses on disputes in labour, estates and family, property and corporate law, and Şener Özkan specialises in commercial disputes. Ayşe Yazici Adanir is skilled in arbitration and international M&A disputes.

A lawyer praised as exceptionally well-versed in arbitration law and procedure‘, Ceyda Akbal Schwimann leads the dispute resolution team at Akol Law and specialises in commercial and corporate litigation, investment-related disputes, and investor-state matters. The group acts for a diverse client base consisting of multinational corporations, financial institutions, and high-net worth individuals across a variety of industries, and has notable capabilities in disputes relating to construction, employment, intellectual property, and competition law.

Berker Berker Law Firm has an expert group in commercial, corporat,e and cross-border conflict management, and represents a broad range of domestic and international clients in sectors such as construction, healthcare, and private equity. The team is co-headed by Ahmet Berker whose practice includes commercial arbitrations, construction disputes, the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards, and regulatory work, and Ayça Berker who is skilled in contractual interpretation, post-M&A litigation, and disputes arising from governance issues.

Gen Temizer Erdogan Girgin Attorney Partnership has ‘excellent awareness of the Turkish legal landscape‘, and its dispute resolution team consists of experts in commercial, post-M&A, administrative, and employment litigation across sectors, especially in regulated ones. Praised for her ‘outstanding leadership‘, practice head Ebru Temizer is reputed in the tech, media, energy, and real estate sectors, and is particularly skilled in cross-border litigation and arbitration. Ömer Erdoğan is a key contact for corporates in disputes arising from M&A transactions.

Overseen by Tarık Güleryüz who is a ‘leading expert in international arbitration‘ and Deniz Büyükşengün,  Güleryüz & Partners has extensive experience in all aspects of litigation, mediation, and arbitration, with particular emphasis on commercial disputes. The group has reputable skills in shareholder disputes, and is well-placed to act for clients in cross-border matters.

Praised for its ‘depth of knowledge and its ability to translate complex legal matters into clear, actionable advice,’ Moral | Kinikoglu | Pamukkale Attorney Partnership is especially well-versed in commercial disputes relating to business transactions. The group is jointly led by Efe Kınıkoğlu KC and Özgür Güner KC, and Kınıkoğlu is highly experienced in a broad range of shareholder and corporate disputes, as well as the enforcement of foreign judgments and foreign arbitral awards.

The dispute resolution group at Pelister Keki Sarac & Co has a ‘deep understanding of both domestic and cross-border disputes‘, regularly acting for global clients and on disputes that spans multiple jurisidctions. The team has broad expertise that includes insolvency and concordat proceedings, debt collection, enforcement mandates, as well as commercial litigation. The practice is led by Senem Saraç who specialises in execution, bankruptcy, and dispute resolution and litigation, and Seden Haskarabag who focuses on corporate, employment, and litigation mandates, with a focus on commercial contracts and liability disputes.

TUNCA ATTORNEY PARTNERSHIP excels in a diverse range of domestic and cross-border disputes, and is praised for its ‘strategic approach, strong courtroom advocacy, and ability to manage complex, high-value cases across different sectors‘. The group is particularly experienced in acting for multinational corporations and governmental institutions in regulated sectors. Key lawyers in the group include Sidar Tunca, Ahmet İlker Doğan, and Serhat Bayraktutan.

Co-led by seasoned litigators Noyan Turunç and Yücel Ezberci, TURUNÇ has a broad dispute resolution practice that encompasses expertise in commercial litigation, the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards and white-collar criminal litigation. The team acts for global household names in a number of key sectors, and is also well-versed in alternative dispute resolution, such as in mediation and settlement conferences. Key lawyers include Kerem Turunç who is experienced in cross-border matters, and Ümit Eğinlioğlu who excels in disputes relating to banking and finance.

Overseen by Ali Osman Ak, Özdirekcan Dündar Senocak Ak in partnership with Gide Loyrette Nouel acts for both domestic and global clients in a broad range of contentious matters, and has considerable capabilities in both litigation and arbitration, especially in commercial, employment, administrative and cross-border disputes. The team is also experienced in regulated sectors such as insurance, automotive and industrial and is proficient in bankruptcy proceedings.

Duygu Alkan leads the group at ADMD/Mavioglu & Alkan Law Office and specialises in both dispute resolution and tax law, and is described by clients as a ‘brilliant strategist in litigation and arbitration‘. The team is experienced in a wide variety of disputes, and is especially knowledgeable in issues relating to commercial litigation, product liability, and white-collar crime, as well as in employment and administrative disputes.

Described as ‘efficient, dedicated, and with excellent legal skill‘, Atayilmaz Enkür Çetinkaya Öner (AECO) Law Office is experienced in a broad range of commercial, employment, administrative and contract disputes, and has notable capabilities in bankruptcy and inheritance-law related claims. The team is also skilled in domestic and international commercial arbitration and is co-led by seasoned litigator Emre Atayılmaz, who is an employment specialist, and Fazıl Çiftçi is a skilled banking and finance, bankruptcy and litigation lawyer.

Aksan Law Firm is praised by clients for its ‘ability to blend litigation strategy with settlement-oriented pragmatism‘. The team acts in a wide variety of disputes, both in domestic and international contexts, and has notable expertise in arbitration. Clients also benefit from the firm’s strength in coporate and M&A law. Key lawyers include Muhammet Aksan, Mehmet Taş, M. Özgür Kaplan and ‘standout litigator‘ Oktay Şener.

AKT LAW is co-led by Ercan Demir and M. Cem Kaspi and has strong dispute resolution capabilities that includes litigation, mediation, and arbitration. With a focus on the transport sector, the group has ‘unique knowledge of the shipping and yachting industry‘, is a go-to advisor for international traders, insurers, transport operators, financial institutions, and investment companies for litigation matters.

Aslan & Partners Law Firm is a boutique firm praised for its ‘strong command of shipping and trade disputes‘, and is a go-to group for maritime law. The team is experienced in the full spectrum of contentious matters, including notable skills in commerical litigation and international arbitration. Co-leading the practice, Yücel Aslan and Efe Deniz Dikbıyık are both seasoned in cross-border dispute resolution.

Gems Schindhelm focuses on representing foreign companies in disputes relating to unpaid goods or services, breaches of contract, distribution issues, and agency terminations. The group is co-led by Gürkan Erdebil and Müge Şengönül, both seasoned in dispute resolution, the latter with expertise in labour disputes as well as with the collection of receiveables.

Göksu Law is a dispute resolution boutique and a reputed advisor to contractors, international engineering, and consultancy firms, especially in the energy, telecoms, finance, shipping and healthcare sectors. The practice is jointly overseen by Noyan Goksu who specialises in energy and infrastructure disputes and is praised by clients as ‘the top lawyer for construction arbitrations in Turkey‘, Deniz Baykal who has a broad dispute resolution practice, and Süheyla Balkar.

Gökçe provides ‘swift and effective solutions with a practical and commercial perspective‘ when assisting clients in dispute resolution matters, with notable capabilities in the aviation, medical devices, tech and software industries, as well as in intellectual property disputes. The team is also well-versed in commercial and real property issues, including in disputes arising from general assembly processes of companies and share transfer agreements. The practice is overseen by Görkem Gökçe and Müberra Gürdal.

Orak Attorneys at Law has an ‘extremely competent’ dispute resolution practice with extensive experience handling commercial and administrative disptues arising out of energy, mining, infrastructure, and construction projects. The team is also well-versed in commercial and investment arbitrations, and is led by Cem Çağatay Orak.

Sengüler & Partners is praised as a ‘uniquely agile and forward-thinking firm‘ with expertise in commercial disputes, debt collections, employment litigation, and international and investment arbitrations, and also has niche capabilities in the aviation industry. Overseeing the practice, Gül Şengüler focuses on litigation, employment, and enforcement work, and ‘exceptional lawyer‘ Jonathan Blythe is an arbitration specialist with particular skills in cross-border disputes in the energy, industrial and aviation sectors.

Led by İsmail Mert Şanlı, Vardar Sanli is praised by clients for combining ‘sharp legal expertise with a modern, solutions-driven approach‘, and is experienced in a broad range of domestic and international disputes, including shareholder conflicts, commercial litigation, and insolvency proceedings, as well as international arbitration. The team can also leverage the firm’s compliance expertise to advise clients on contentious matters in regulated sectors such as finance, energy, tech, and manufacturing, as well as on mandates relating to M&A.