Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki > Istanbul, Turkey > Firm Profile
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki Offices
BÜYÜKDERE CAD, BAHAR SOK NO 13
RIVER PLAZA KAT 11-12, LEVENT, SISLI
34394 ISTANBUL
Turkey
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki > The Legal 500 Rankings
Turkey > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1
The full-spectrum banking, finance and capital markets group at Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki is recognised for its strength in unsecured interbank loan facilities (syndicated and bilateral), where it draws on complementary expertise in foreign exchange rules, tax and dispute resolution. Among its other key attributes, the wider firm’s association with the Dentons international network is also a significant draw, particularly for multinational clients. Barlas Balcioğlu co-heads the group and maintains a broad banking and finance practice with a focus on project finance transactions, where he primarily acts for lenders. The department is additionally co-led by Günhan Yalçın and Burcu Boso, both of whom bring to bear over 20 years of experience in representing lenders and borrowers on an array of banking and finance matters. Counsel Ceyda Aydın and senior associate Ceren Akkur Bayram provide specialist support.Practice head(s):
Barlas Balcıoğlu; Günhan Yalçın; Burcu Boso
Other key lawyers:
Ceyda Aydın; Ceren Akkur Bayram; Cenk Yılgor; Selahattin Kaya
Testimonials
‘The team is very hard-working and hands on. We highlight Burcu Boso, who is hard-working, hands-on, very reachable, and very knowledgeable.’
‘The team performs very well and has a very strict organisation method, which is very efficient. Things arrive in a simple and organised manner, and we never have any doubts regarding what the team has done – everything is very clear-cut and detailed.’
‘I recommend Günhan Yalçın. Günhan and his team deliver their responses in a timely manner, even if the tasks or requests from the client are given very urgently. Their analysis was well-prepared and met our needs.’
‘The team ensures the closing of projects swiftly and smoothly with its deep expertise in its field.’
‘Burcu Boso, thanks to her leadership qualities, directs her team in line with client needs, carries out negotiations with counterparties skillfully, and inspires confidence with her deep legal knowledge.’
‘What differentiates this firm from others is its commitment to personalisation. Each case, no matter how big or small, is treated with unparalleled attention to detail and a tailored approach. Lawyers understand that every client, every situation, and every legal challenge is different.’
‘Selahattin Kaya and Burcu Boso are the partners that I worked with and both stand out for their genuine passion for the law. This is evident not just in their exhaustive knowledge, but in how they approach each case with fervour and determination. They constantly strive for the best outcomes for their clients.’
‘In comparison to other firms, this team is exceptionally client-centric. Lawyers understand that behind every case, there’s a human story, and they never lose sight of that. Their ability to balance fierce advocacy in the courtroom with compassionate guidance for their clients sets them miles apart.’
Key clients
Marport Liman İşletmeleri Sanayi ve Ticaret
Landesbank Baden-Württenberg
Natwest Group, The Royal Bank of Scotland
Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden (FMO)
Sunrise Foods International
Tiryaki Agro Gıda ve Sanayi Ticaret
Tiryaki Holding
MUFG Bank
Bank of America Europe DAC
Mizuho Bank
Emirates NBD Capital
UniCredit
Yapı ve Kredi Bankası
Oesterreichische Entwicklungsbank
Aareal Bank
Credit Europe Bank
Sberbank (Switzerland)
Kiva Capital Management
REYL & Cie
AK Bars Bank
ODDO BHF
Black Sea Trade and Development Bank
Zürcher Kantonalbank
Göltaş Enerji Elektrik Üretim
HSBC Bank Middle East
HSBC Bank
Investment Fund for Developing Countries
Bank of China Turkey
Marelli Holdings Co.
ING Bank
Hedef Araç Kiralama ve Servis
Akfen Holding
Akfen Yenilenebilir Enerji
Test Taşıt Muayene İstasyonları Yapım ve İşletim
Turkey > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Bolstered by the firm’s 2023 October acquisition of Bozoglu-Izgi Attorney Partnership, the competition team at Dentons-affiliated firm Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki remains a key leader in this area, bringing strength to advising financial institutions and domestic and multinational businesses on high-value, cross border matters. The firm’s robust client base spans such industries as tech, gaming, manufacturing, oil and gas, beverages and food. The practice is headed by managing partner Galip Selçuk brings experience to M&A, corporate governance, franchising and distribution and private equity. Other key figures include compliance and transactional expert Selim Keki; Doğan Eymirlioğlu, a specialist in shareholders’ agreements, insurance policies and management contracts; and Okan Arıcan, who provides expertise in tech industry matters.Practice head(s):
Galip Selçuk
Other key lawyers:
Selim Keki; Doğan Eymirlioğlu; Selahattin Kaya; Okan Arıcan
Testimonials
‘BASEAK lawyers always seek practical solutions and are capable of handling very complex matters. They are highly qualified and responsive.’
‘We have been working with Okan Arıcan over the past years and there is no other lawyer I’d rather work with. Okan combines his experience with a business-oriented mind and always meets his clients needs at an excellent level.’
‘Good partner involvement and detailed analysis. Hands on and accessible.’
‘Selim Keki is very attentive and hands on and very detail oriented.’
‘The team knows how to work with international clients both in terms of language and in terms of explaining local laws and requirements to non-Turkish investors.’
‘Very client focused team with subject matter expertise. Their focus is not on billing but delivery. Accrued knowledge on corporate matters in equity and convertible transactions.’
‘Okan Arican is the partner we work with and he is the reason we chose BASEAK. He is relentless and takes complete ownership of client matter.’
‘The team is really very open to collaboration. They are capable to understand the specific needs of the client.’
Key clients
Ace Games
Sabancı Ventures
Armut
500 Istanbul
Brisa Bridgestone Sabancı Lastik Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Magic
Platinum Equity Advisors LLC
Akfen Holding A.Ş., Akfen Yenilenebilir Enerji A.Ş.
Toll International Investments Pty Ltd
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Goldcar Spain, S.L.
Koş Yaşa Çok Yaşa Medikal A.Ş.
Hedef Araç Kiralama ve Servis A.Ş.
Turkey > Compliance Tier 1
Hailed by clients as a team of ‘real experts‘, Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki is known for its breadth and wealth of experience across a range of highly regulated industries, including online retail, food and beverage, and chemicals. Selim Keki and Şahin Ardıyok lead the team alongside Bora İkiler. Keki has exceptional expertise in compliance matters involving global and internal investigations, the establishment of internal policies, and medical ethics standards, while Ardıyok is well-known for his knowledge of Turkish Competition Authority investigations and compliance programmes. İkiler regularly assists clients with AML investigations, providing compliance counseling across an array of regulated sectors, and Armanç Canbeyli primarily advises clients on audits and inspections, representing them before regulators. Having merged with Bozoglu-Izgi Attorney Partnership in October 2023, the practice welcomed Elvan Sevi Bozoğlu , who acts for healthcare and life sciences clients with compliance and policy related issues.Practice head(s):
Selim Keki; Şahin Ardıyok; Bora İkiler
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘We have the pleasure of working with Armanç Canbeyli, who possesses a great deal of professional knowledge and is readily available when needed. We enjoy collaborating with him as a valuable member of the team. ’
‘Their follow up on compliance matters are very good. They are competent and business oriented.’
‘BASEAK team supports our company with lawyers who are experts in the field of compliance. They have a strong business follow-up and are compliant and respectful of company procedures.’
‘They fulfill all the needs of clients without hesitation. The team contains helpful people.’
‘Since the people working in the firm are the most competent lawyers in Turkey, they can solve all the problems quickly and accurately. ’
‘The firm is a one stop shop with experts in their teams. Expert meaning real experts with 20 years of knowledge of topics, with sharp focus on what a client wants and how they enable their client in highly discreet & diligent way. ’
Key clients
L’Oreal Türkiye Kozmetik Tic. ve San. A.Ş.
Work highlights
- Advised L’Oreal on a competition compliance program with respect to the mass cosmetic products division.
Turkey > Energy Tier 1
The multidisciplinary team at Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki is well equipped to advise on a range of matters within the energy sector, including contract arrangements, project finance, regulatory disputes, investment consultancy, and risk management. As head of the practice, Barlas Balcioğlu has extensive experience in energy performance contracts, energy legislation, and licensing. Şahin Ardıyok leads the competition, public policy, and regulation team, and is recommended for his handling of matters relating to public-private partnerships (PPP) and energy regulations. Ceren Su is also noted for her expertise in project financing and M&As within the energy sector.Practice head(s):
Barlas Balcıoğlu; Selim Keki; Şahin Ardıyok
Other key lawyers:
İlker Fatih Kıl; Ceren Su
Key clients
Enerjisa
Göltaş Enerji
Karhes
Abalıoğlu (İvme Enerji)
Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Association of Turkey
Aksa Enerji
Aydem Enerji
EBRD
TÜPRAŞ
Work highlights
- Advised Galata Wind on energy law matters in the preparation of a legal report.
- Advising Aksa Energy on its distribution and sub-distribution agreements, among other matters.
Turkey > Media and entertainment Tier 1
In addition to its strong presence in Istanbul, Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki houses a team in Ankara that is well versed in appearing before a number of regulatory bodies, for example the Radio and Television Supreme Council and the Information Communications and Technology Authority. Kağan Dora brings experience in advising clients in the media and entertainment industry on a range of matters, including data protection compliance and licensing. Dora co-heads the practice with Mahmut Karyağdı, who focuses on contentious work, Bora Ikiler and Şahin Ardıyok.Practice head(s):
Kağan Dora; Şahin Ardıyok; Mahmut Karyağdı; Bora İkiler
Testimonials
‘The team is highly successful at leveraging their understanding of the relevant regulators to provide a practical risk-based assessment of the matters they are assisting with. Both in terms of structuring their advice for projects and in terms of providing guidance on how to structure regulator outreach, they are always willing to be adaptive and practical.’
‘Mahmut Karyağdı is able to rely upon his extensive experience in the field to provide timely and practical advice that takes into consideration commercial necessities.’
Key clients
Wavemaker İletişim Planlama Hizmetleri Limited Şirketi (a group company of WPP Turkey)
EssenceMediacom Turkey Medya A.Ş. (a group company of WPP Turkey)
GroupM Medya Hizmetleri Limited Şirketi (a group company of WPP Turkey)
Connect Dijital Hizmetler A.Ş. (a group company of WPP Turkey)
The And Partnership İletişim Hizmetleri Anonim Şirketi (a group company of WPP Turkey)
Rafineri Advertising Agency
Advertisement Agencies Association (“Reklamcılar Derneği”)
Mynet İnternet
Mynet Games
Twitch
Johnson and Johnson Sıhhi Malzeme Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Şirketi
Sony Columbia Pictures Corporation Limited
Twitter Inc.
United International Pictures
Bein Media Group Turkey (Krea/Digiturk)
Work highlights
- Provides ongoing advice to GroupM Medya Hizmetleri Ticaret Limited Şirketi (“GroupM”) on a range of matters, including contract negotiation processes with individual influencers.
- Advised United International Pictures on music licensing matters in Turkey.
- Acted for Bein Media Group Turkey (Krea/Digiturk) in a successful challenge to a decision issued by the Turkish Competition Authority concerning broadcasting rights of Turkish football.
Turkey > Transport Tier 1
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki has an excellent track record in handling a broad range of work within the maritime sector. The team's client base includes lenders and underwriters, and the group's workload includes claims for damaged cargo, collisions, insurance matters and salvage issues. Gülistan Baltacı Hatay is well versed in handling finance-related work in the shipping space, and co-heads the practice with Semih Sander, who assists ship owners, P&I clubs, and charterers.Practice head(s):
Gülistan Baltacı Hatay; Semih Sander
Testimonials
‘They really understand the shipping industry and the players in the Turkish market. They also understand secured lending work in this industry.’
Key clients
Mersin Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş. (Mersin International Port)
Toll Global Forwarding Cooperatief U.A.
Ocean Network Express
DekaBank Deutsche Girozentrale
Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation
Catoni Deniz Isleri A.S.
United Brokers Insurance (UIB)
QNB Finansbank A.Ş.
Force Maritime and Trading INC
The Swedish Club
Det Norske Veritas Gemi Sınıflandırma
Karadeniz Holding
Lufthansa Airplus Servicekarten GMHB
Cavic 36 Designated Activity Company
China Eximbank
AVES A.S.
Naturwaren-Niederrhein GmbH
Turkey > Competition Tier 2
Bolstered by the firm’s 2023 October acquisition of Bozoglu-Izgi Attorney Partnership, the competition team at Dentons-affiliated firm Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki brings strength to advise major financial institutions, domestic and multinational businesses across broad span of sectors, ranging from tech, media, energy, food, cosmetics and telecoms to beverages, electronics, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce and luxury goods. The practice is headed by Şahin Ardıyok, a former Turkish Competition Authority case handler, and Bora İkiler, who both provide expertise on investigations, regulatory authority filings and merger control notifications. Other key figures include counsel Barış Yüksel, who has advised the Information Communications and Technologies Authority; senior associate Armanç Canbeyli; and associate Gediz Çınar.Practice head(s):
Şahin Ardıyok; Bora İkiler
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘All team members work dedicatedly. Especially Armanç Canbeyli, who provides quick legal support when required in a timely manner.’
‘They are competent at the subject, business-oriented, with a high level of understanding about strategic matters.’
‘They are trusted partners, their technical knowledge is very good.’
Key clients
ADM Elektrik Dağıtım A.Ş.
Aksa Enerji Üretim A.Ş.
Akfen Yenilenebilir Enerji A.Ş.
Aktaes Dağıtım ve Pazarlama A.Ş.
Arkel Elektrik Elektronik San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
Armut Teknoloji A.S.
Batıçim Batı Anadolu Çimento Sanayii A.Ş.
ByteDance Inc
Cargill Tarım ve Gıda Sanayi Tic. A.Ş.
CarrefourSA Carrefour Sabancı Ticaret Merkezi A.Ş.
Club Jolly Turizm ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Daimler – Mercedes – Benz Finansman Türk A.Ş.
Danem Gıda San. Ve Tic. A.Ş.
Dentaş Kağıt Sanayi A.Ş.
Enerjisa Elektrik Perakende Satış A.Ş.
Eren Holding A.Ş.
Ferrero Fındık İthalat İhracat ve Tic. A.Ş.
GDZ Elektrik Dağıtım A.Ş.
Göltaş Göller Bölgesi Çimento Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Hedef Araç Kiralama ve Servis A.Ş.
IFFCO Singapore Pte Ltd
Johnson & Johnson Medikal San. ve Tic. Ltd. Şti.
Johnson and Johnson Sıhhi Malzeme Sanayi ve Ticaret Ltd. Şti
JTI Tütün Ürünleri Pazarlama A.Ş.
Krea İçerik Hizmetleri ve Prodüksiyon A.Ş. (BeIN Turkey)
Lilly İlaç Ticaret Ltd. Şti.
L’Oréal Turkiye Kozmetik Tic. ve San. A.S.
Magis Teknoloji A.Ş.
Metro Grosmarket Bakırköy Alışveriş Hizmetleri Ticaret Ltd. Şti.
Multinet Kurumsal Hizmetler A.Ş.
Mynet Medya
OMV Aktiengesellschaft
Orma Orman Mahsulleri Integre Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics
Panasonic Life Solutions Elektrik San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
Siemens Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
SPITCH Ltd
Toyota Pazarlama ve Satış A.Ş.
Türk Henkel Kimya Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Varinak Onkoloji Ssitemleri Satış ve Servis A.Ş.
Vava Cars Turkey Otomotiv A.Ş.
Viatris Ilaclari Ltd. Sti.
WBS Veri Merkezi Çözümleri Ltd. Şti.
Yemek Sepeti Elektronik İletişim Tanıtım Pazarlama A.Ş. (Delivery Hero Turkey)
Work highlights
- Successfully represented Göltaş Göller Bölgesi Çimento San. ve Tic. A.Ş. in an investigation initiated against undertakings operating in the cement industry.
- Assisting and representing Johnson and Johnson in correspondences with the TCA on the individual exemption application for its selective distribution system concerning only four products used in cancer and psoriasis treatment.
- Successfully secured the clearance from the Competition Board for Akfen Holding A.Ş. to acquire 100% of shares and sole control of Akfen Yenilenebilir A.Ş., contributing to the timely completion of the planned IPO of the target.
Turkey > Dispute resolution Tier 2
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki houses a broad dispute resolution practice, which is distinguished by its standalone offerings across a wide range of fields, including corporate and commercial, maritime, tax and administrative law cases. Özge Akman Özmenlikan is the key contact for corporate and commercial litigation, where she is a popular choice to represent Turkish and multinational clients. Doğan Eymirlioğlu spearheads the arbitration unit and has particular experience in proceedings under ICC, UNCITRAL and ISTAC rules. Maritime litigators Gülistan Baltacı Hatay and Semih Sander are also noted.Practice head(s):
Özge Akman Özmenlikan; Doğan Eymirlioğlu
Other key lawyers:
Gülistan Baltacı Hatay; Kağan Dora; Semih Sander; Şahin Ardıyok; Mahmut Karyağdı; Gökçe Sarısu Kanmaz; Aygül Coşkun
Testimonials
‘Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki stands out for its experience in advising different companies in the energy sector. We appreciate its success in researching precedent decisions. We get positive results due to its collaboration with our company regarding technical reports.’
‘The team guides employers through all aspects of the litigation process. Especially when you need to end a dispute, its integrated approach, deep technical expertise and industry focus are key to providing the right strategy.’
‘Aygül Coşkun is a go-to for labour and employment matters. She provides a practical approach and takes into account the company’s operational needs and risk tolerance. She is also a strong advocate when she has had to appear on our behalf in court.’
Key clients
Emaar Properties Turkey
Çanakçı Hes Elektrik Üretim Anonim Şirketi
Teknoser
Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation
Mersin International Port (MIP)
United Insurance Brokers Ltd. & Navigators Insurance
Krea İçerik Hizmetleri ve Prodüksiyon A.Ş. (Digiturk)
Aydem Enerji
Yemek Sepeti Elektronik İletişim Perakende Gıda Lojistik Anonim Şirketi
Enerjisa
Turkey > Employment Tier 2
Galip M. Selçuk heads the employment department at Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki, which is instructed by companies operating across a range of sectors, including hotels and leisure, technology, manufacturing and retail. The workload is equally diverse, ranging from drafting and negotiating executive-level employees’ employment agreements, severance agreements and incentive plans, to discrimination and harassment litigation. Selim Keki and Doğan Eymirlioğlu stand out for their M&A expertise, making them well placed to advise clients on the employment aspects of M&A. Gözde Manav Kılıçbeyli is a key contact for employment advice relating to domestic and cross-border transactions.Practice head(s):
Galip M. Selçuk
Other key lawyers:
Selim Keki; Doğan Eymirlioğlu
Key clients
FMC
Moët Hennessy
Environmental Science US Inc.
Barclays Execution Services Limited
CommScope, Inc.
Faurecia
HERE Global BV
Buckman Laboratories
Mastercard
Landesbank (LBBW)
Work highlights
- Advised Providing Environmental Science US on various aspects of employment law, including preparing employment law update trackers and drafting templates of employment agreements.
- Advised FMC Turkey Endüstri Ürünleri Sanayi Limited Şirketi on employment-related matters, including providing information on employment terms and conditions under Turkish labour law.
- Advising Commscope on various day-to-day employment law matters.
Turkey > Intellectual property Tier 2
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki frequently handles IP matters for companies within the technology sector, such as online infringements, advertising issues, software licensing, and managing trade mark portfolios. The IP and technology team is co-led by Kağan Dora and Mahmut Karyağdı. Ertuğrul Akıncı is another key member of the team who is praised for his ‘extensive knowledge and experience in software licensing and service agreements’.Practice head(s):
Kağan Dora; Mahmut Karyağdı
Other key lawyers:
Ertuğrul Akıncı; Elif Türkan Dinçer
Testimonials
‘Kağan Dora and Ertuğrul Akıncı are very knowledgeable in the software sector.’
‘As an IP expert, Ertuğrul Akıncı has extensive knowledge and experience in software licensing and services agreements. Ertuğrul was always responsive and great at communicating his legal advice in a simple and understandable manner.’
‘They prioritise the needs and objectives of the client, ensuring a highly personalised and attentive experience.’
‘They are a knowledgeable team with strong individuals who are experts in their field.’
‘Ertuğrul Akıncı is a smart, hardworking and knowledgeable lawyer with excellent negotiation skills.’
‘Mahmut Karyağdı is a great expert with lots of knowledge and experience.’
‘Dora Kağan is an experienced partner with impressive knowledge.’
‘Elif Dinçer is a standout who seamlessly combines professionalism and approachability.’
Key clients
RTL Group S.A.
Avis Budget Group (ABG)
Alticor Inc. (Amway)
Healy
HERE Global BV
United International Pictures
SDT Uzay ve Savunma Teknolojileri A.Ş.
Delivery Hero Turkey (Yemeksepeti)
eBay Turkey (Gitti Gidiyor)
Mynet İnternet Teknoloji A. Ş.
Mynet Games Teknoloji A.Ş.
Club Jolly Turizm ve Ticaret A.Ş.
BN Telekom Haberleşme Ticaret A.Ş.
Infera Teknoloji ve Bilişim Hizmetleri A.Ş.
Rafineri Advertisement Agency
GroupM Media Agency
Buro Advertisement Agency
Istanbul Özel Amerikan Robert Lisesi
EdgeConnex, Inc.
Work highlights
- Represented RTL Group in a series of trade mark lawsuits before the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TPTO).
- Represented Delivery Hero Turkey (Yemeksepeti) in several lawsuits, including those which related to trade marks.
- Represented eBay Turkey (Gitti Gidiyor) in several trade mark disputes in relation to its online marketplace activities.
Turkey > IT and telecoms Tier 2
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki is well placed to assist technology and telecoms entities with data protection compliance and intellectual property matters, to name a couple of areas of instruction. The practice is led by the quartet of Kağan Dora, Şahin Ardıyok, Mahmut Karyağdı, and Bora Ikiler. Dora specialises in TMT-related work, with a solid track record in advising on e-commerce, payment services, software development and licensing matters. Neslihan Kasap brings experience in handling cybersecurity, fintech, and telecommunication law issues. Hazal Durak left the firm in July 2023.Practice head(s):
Kagan Dora; Şahin Ardıyok; Mahmut Karyağdı; Bora İkiler
Other key lawyers:
Neslihan Kasap; Safa Cenanoğlu
Testimonials
‘BASEAK provides analysis of regulations related to cloud service providers and related matters. They also provide timely and high-quality advice.’
‘Safa Cenanoğlu and his colleagues have been excellent at providing timely advice regarding a range of issues related to hosting service providers. We always receive thorough, well-reasoned, and actionable analysis on our questions.’
Key clients
İpragaz Anonim Şirketi and affiliates (Yildirim Petrol, İpra Enerji and EVAS)
Johnson & Johnson Turkey
Open Education Holdings, Inc. (“Open English”)
NN Hayat ve Emeklilik Anonim Şirketi
Solera Holdings, Inc.
Willis Towers Watson
Vivy GmBH
WeFi Technology Partners, LLC
Wyndham Hotel Group (UK) Ltd (“Wyndham”)
Delivery Hero Turkey (“Yemeksepeti”)
eBay
Twitch Interactive, Inc.
LVMH Moët Hennessy – Louis Vuitton Group
Agilent Technologies Inc
Analog Devices, Inc.
Moet Hennessy Turkey Şaraplar ve Alkollü İçkiler Ticaret Limited Şirketi
Club Jolly Turizm ve Ticaret Anonim Şirketi
Mynet Internet Teknoloji Anonim Şirketi
Mynet Medya Yayıncılık Uluslararası Elektronik Bilgilendirme ve Haberleşme Hizmetleri Anonim Şirketi
GlassHouse Bilgi Sistemleri Ticaret A.Ş.
Teknoser Bilgisayar Teknik Hizmetler Sanayi ve Dış Ticaret Anonim Şirketi
Öykü Lojistik Anonim Şirketi
Evam Yazılım Danışmanlık Anonim Şirketi
Xiaomi Turkey Teknoloji Limited Şirketi
Continental Exchange Solutions Inc. (RIA)
Alibaba.com
Avito
Securitas
HERE Global BV
Travelium / Bob Vale
Dassault Systèmes
Milian Technology Singapore
Work highlights
- Advised Xiaomi on compliance matters pertaining to e-commerce, data protection and consumer legislation.
- Advised Securitas on compliance matters relating to data protection legislation.
Turkey > Real estate and construction Tier 2
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki has a marked focus on advising major domestic and multinational corporations on leasing-related matters, with Coca-Cola, Christian Dior and Eren Holding among its representative clients. The group also demonstrates strong recent showings in real estate disputes and land acquisitions and disposals. Department head Barlas Balcioğlu is held up by sources for his ‘sharp business acumen and a commercial approach’, while counsel Ali Can Gören is valued for his ‘exceptional project management skills’; both have broad experience in real estate transactions.Practice head(s):
Barlas Balcıoğlu
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Excellent service and knowledge of the market, ability to properly evaluate the needs of clients and reflect all that in the work and advice provided.’
‘BASEAK’s practice has deep understanding of the real estate and construction sectors. It fields highly commercial lawyers, who are well-accustomed to advising on even the most sophisticated transactions; they take initiative, give clear advice, take action and get things done.’
‘Barlas Balcıoğluv is a veteran of the industry with decades of experience leading some of the biggest real estate and construction projects in the market. He has sharp business acumen and a commercial approach.’
‘Ali Can Gören is known for his exceptional project management skills and legal expertise in the field.’
‘The team works fast and efficiently, while at the same time keeping us in the loop and providing us with the necessary legal information to assess the situation at all times. Particularly appreciate the team’s reliability and transparency.’
‘Throughout the cooperation with any individual I got involved with, I had the feeling that I was in safe hands. It’s very important to feel safe when dealing with foreign jurisdictions. The results confirmed my impression.’
‘I have been working with the team for a very long period of time and I have been quite satisfied with the in-depth knowledge, experience and accessibility of the team whenever I need them. Its connections within the sector also helps us to solve certain issues, a crucial add-on for the Turkish market.’
‘Barlas Balcıoğlu: despite his extra busy schedule, he always has good control of his team and supervises the task in hand with great integrity and experience. He also leads his team in quite a positive way, so that you feel his presence even if you work with other lawyers.’
Key clients
Bainbridge Holding
Coca-Cola Meşrubat Pazarlama ve Danışmanlık Hizmetleri
SaleFish
Emaar Properties Gayrimenkul Geliştirme
British Broadcasting Company (BBC)
Christian Dior
Metro Cash & Carry
Yemek Sepeti
Eren Holding
Turkey > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 2
The multidisciplinary practice at Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki leans on lawyers from across its banking, corporate and litigation teams – among others – to provide comprehensive coverage of restructuring and insolvency matters. With strong recent experience in acting for both debtors and creditors, the group is also well versed in cross-border proceedings, where it can draw on the wider network of affiliate firm Dentons. Key names include banking and finance co-heads Barlas Balcioğlu and Günhan Yalçın, as well as litigator Semih Sander and corporate specialist Doğan Eymirlioğlu.Practice head(s):
Galip Selçuk; Barlas Balcıoğlu; Selim Keki; Doğan Eymirlioğlu; Semih Sander; Günhan Yalçın; Özge Özmenlikan; Mahmut Karyağdı
Testimonials
‘Aygül Coşkun is an outstanding lawyer with her extensive know-how and communication skills. She is reachable and responsive at all times.’
Key clients
Schott
ODDO BHF Aktiengesellschaft (BHF)
Northstar Europe
Yapı ve Kredi Bankası
Islamic Corporation for the Development of Private Sector (ICD)
Toll Global Logistics
Perkins Engines
K-Line
Intertrust Group
IDO Istanbul Deniz Otobüsleri
Turkey > Insurance Tier 3
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki assists clients with managing risk within the insurance sector and provides advice on various matters such as professional liability, reinsurance, D&O policies, and insurance regulations, among others. The team, which is led by Doğan Eymirlioğlu, is skilled at handling M&A within the insurance sector, including assisting insurance brokerage companies with complex, cross-border transactions.Practice head(s):
Doğan Eymirlioğlu
Other key lawyers:
Gülistan Baltacı Hatay
Testimonials
‘The team has a good knowledge of the insurance sector. They also have a good ability to understand the problems and needs of the client.’
‘The team has a good level of the English language. Both partners and senior associates are available.’
‘Doğan Eymirlioğlu stands out for his analytical skills and ability to listen carefully. He has an eye for both the business needs and the legal risks involved. He clearly explains what the risks attached are. He knows the market practice.’
Key clients
Mersin Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş. (Mersin International Port)
Navigators Insurance (Navigators)
United Brokers Insurance (UIB)
NN Hayat ve Emeklilik A.S.
Jolly Tur
Turkey > Project finance/projects Tier 3
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki‘s projects practice leverages the wider firm’s top-tier banking and finance offering to specialise in representing lenders in project finance matters – though it also acts for borrowers. A trio of lawyers jointly steer the practice: Barlas Balcioğlu, who anchors the real estate, energy, and banking and finance teams; Günhan Yalçın, who specialises in debt finance; and Burcu Boso, who handles project finance, acquisition finance and ship finance, among other areas. Counsel Ceyda Aydın and senior associate Ceren Akkur Bayram provide support.Practice head(s):
Barlas Balcıoğlu; Günhan Yalçın; Burcu Boso
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is very knowledgeable, hard-working and hands-on. In particular, Burcu Boso and Doğan Eymirlioğlu are very knowledgeable, accessible, hard-working and hands-on.’
Key clients
Marport Liman İşletmeleri Sanayi ve Ticaret
Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden (FMO)
Sunrise Foods International Inc.
Tiryaki Agro Gıda ve Sanayi Ticaret
Tiryaki Holding
MUFG Bank
Bank of America Europe
Mizuho Bank
Emirates NBD Capital
UniCredit
Yapı ve Kredi Bankası
Oesterreichische Entwicklungsbank
Aareal Bank
ODDO BHF
Black Sea Trade and Development Bank
Zürcher Kantonalbank (ZKB)
Göltaş Enerji Elektrik Üretim
HSBC Bank Middle East
HSBC Bank
Bank of China Turkey
ING Bank
Hedef Araç Kiralama ve Servis
Akfen Holding
Akfen Yenilenebilir Enerji
Test Taşıt Muayene İstasyonları Yapım ve İşletim
Balcioglu Selçuk Ardiyok Keki > Firm Profile
The firm: Balcioglu Selçuk Ardıyok Keki Attorney Partnership (BASEAK) is an Istanbul-based full-service law firm. Drawing on broad experience gained at Turkish and global law firms, BASEAK’s lawyers are well equipped to provide creative and diligent transaction counselling and litigation services.
Balcıoğlu Selçuk Ardıyok Keki Attorney Partnership (BASEAK) is an Istanbul-based full-service firm. The firm has gained an outstanding reputation and valued clientele by tailoring effective legal solutions to a broad spectrum of clients of all sizes — individuals; entrepreneurs; small businesses and start-ups; governments and government agencies; mid-sized, larger private and public corporations, including international and global entities. Now clients benefit from a team of 120+ lawyers who are committed to offering creative business and legal solutions.
Main Areas of Practice:
- Arbitration
- Banking & Finance
- Capital Markets
- Competition & Antitrust
- Corporate
- Employment & Labour
- Energy
- Environmental & Natural Resources
- Franchising & Distribution
- Insurance
- Intellectual Property & Technology
- Life Sciences & Healthcare
- Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Mining
- Private Equity
- Public Policy & Regulation
- Real Estate
- Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy
- Securities & Corporate Finance
- Shipping & Maritime
- Tax
- Trade, WTO, Customs
Banking & Finance:
BASEAK offers an expansive scope of insight, helping clients to structure and document transactions that help provide financing to practically every industry. Since BASEAK represents both finance providers and users, clients benefit from a counsel that understands the needs and wants of each party.
Contact:Barlas Balcıoğlu (Head of Banking and Finance)
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Email:bbalcioglu@baseak.com
Capital Markets:
BASEAK’s lawyers advise a large number of Turkish and international client’s issuers and underwriters, local and international companies in equity and debt capital market transactions including equity public offerings, debt instruments offerings, private placements and sales to qualified investors, voluntary mandatory tender offers, sukuk issuances and structured debt issuances. The firm’s experience and capabilities also include capital markets regulatory compliance, derivatives and structured products, distressed assets, public finances, residential mortgage purchase and sale, residential repo and finance and securitisations.
Contact:Galip M. Selçuk
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Email:gselcuk@baseak.com
Competition & Antitrust:
BASEAK provides legal advice on managing complex competition investigations, merger proceedings and litigation; the firm handles investigations by antitrust authorities, ensure merger clearance for acquisitions and joint ventures and help minimise risks of commercial arrangements facing legal challenge.
Contact:Şahin Ardıyok (Head of Competition and Antitrust)
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Email:sardiyok@baseak.com
Corporate & M&A:
From strategic planning through due diligence to post-closing integration, BASEAK’s corporate practice encompasses the full spectrum of corporate law. The firm established relationships with investment banks, accounting firms, regulators and lenders to help structure transactions on both the buy and sell side, from a takeover bid — hostile or friendly — to a merger, de-merger or consolidation.
Contact:Galip M. Selçuk (Head of Corporate and M&A)
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Email: gselcuk@baseak.com
Intellectual Property & Technology:
BASEAK offers practical and informed guidance from protecting intellectual property rights, through advising on data privacy issues, licensing, e-commerce, internet, technology and IT outsourcing strategies and contracts. We represent entrepreneurs, public institutions, emerging companies, IT companies, service providers, venture capital groups and global corporations. Our expertise includes IT, internet, media and advertising, e commerce, payment services, e-money, crypto money, IP rights, IP litigation, license contracts and privacy and strategic IP and IT planning and strategic outsourcing.
Contact:Kağan Dora
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Email:kdora@baseak.com
Life Sciences & Healthcare:
BASEAK provides its clients with legal services in a wide range of disciplines such as regulatory compliance (R&D, clinical trials, marketing authorization and licenses, promotion, interactions with healthcare professionals, donations and sponsorships etc.), product liability, interactions with governmental entities, competition law, intellectual property law, compliance with laws and industrial standards, white collar crimes, anti-corruption and ethics, and data protection.
Contact:Dr. Elvan Sevi Bozoğlu
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Email:sbozoglu@baseak.com
Litigation & Dispute Resolution:
BASEAK’s dispute resolution lawyers employ the most appropriate tools and strategies for each stage of the process and each unique situation. Whether through timely use of innovative alternative dispute resolution techniques or skillful and persuasive advocacy in the courtroom, BASEAK lawyers maximise prospects for a successful outcome.
Contact:Özge Özmenlikan
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Email:oozmenlikan@baseak.com
Shipping & Maritime:
BASEAK’s maritime law experts provide legal advice on disputes involving claims for lost, damaged, delayed or hazardous cargo, claims arising out of collisions, personal injury, contract disputes, pollution, claims against vessels, and maritime insurance claims. The firm provides transactional advice on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and vessel sales, financing and the full landscape of shipping, logistics, vessel charter, marine terminal, salvage matters.
Contact:Gülistan Baltacı Hatay and Semih Sander (Co-heads of Maritime)
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Emails:gbaltaci@baseak.com, ssander@baseak.com
Tax:
BASEAK’s Tax practice, offers an interdisciplinary team that understands how tax law meshes with other areas of the law— including corporate, M&A, real estate, litigation and employment to name a few. BASEAK assist the Clients across the entire corporate and tax spectrum including complex structuring issues to more routine tax issues as well as proactive management of tax controversy risks.
Contact:Dr. Gökçe Sarısu Kanmaz
Tel:+90 212 329 30 00
Emails:gsarisu@baseak.com
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Corporate and commercial | Galip M. Selçuk | ||
Corporate and commercial | Dr Selim Keki | ||
Mergers and acquisitions | Galip M Selçuk | ||
Mergers and acquisitions | Dr Selim Keki | ||
Mergers and acquisitions | Doğan Eymirlioğlu | ||
Bank finance | Barlas Balcıoğlu | ||
Bank finance | Günhan Yalçın | ||
Bank finance | Burcu Boso | ||
Project finance | Barlas Balcıoğlu | ||
Project finance | Günhan Yalçın | ||
Energy, infrastructure and PPP | Barlas Balcıoğlu | ||
Energy, infrastructure and PPP | Dr Selim Keki | ||
Energy, infrastructure and PPP | Şahin Ardıyok | ||
Real estate | Barlas Balcıoğlu | ||
Capital markets | Müfit Arapoğlu | ||
Labour | Galip M Selçuk | ||
Competition | Şahin Ardıyok | ||
Antitrust | Şahin Ardıyok | ||
Regulatory and public law | Şahin Ardıyok | ||
Intellectual property | Kağan Dora | ||
Oil and gas | Selim Keki | ||
Maritime and admiralty | Gülistan Baltacı | ||
Shipping & Maritime | Gülistan Baltacı | ||
Avitation | Gülistan Baltacı | ||
Shipping & Maritime | Semih Sander | ||
Media and entertainment | Galip M. Selçuk | ||
Life sciences | Galip M. Selçuk | ||
Life sciences | Dr Selim Keki | ||
Life sciences | Doğan Eymirlioğlu | ||
Luxury, fashion and beauty | Barlas Balcıoğlu | ||
Luxury, fashion and beauty | Dr Selim Keki | ||
Intellectual Property & Technology | Kağan Dora | ||
Tax | Dr. Gökçe Sarısu Kanmaz | ||
Litigation and Dispute Resolution | Özge Akman Özmenlikan | ||
IP Litigation and Dispute Resolution | Mahmut Karyağdı | ||
Corporate and commercial | Selahattin Kaya | ||
Competition / Antitrust | Bora İkiler | ||
Life Sciences & Healthcare | Dr. Elvan Sevi Bozoğlu | ||
Regulatory Compliance | Dr. Elvan Sevi Bozoğlu | ||
Energy | Dr. Mehmet Feridun İzgi | ||
Employment | Dr. Mehmet Feridun İzgi |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Şahin Ardıyok | Partner, Head of Competition and Antitrust Group | View Profile | |
Okan Arıcan | Partner, Venture Capital, Private Equity | View Profile | |
Mr Barlas Balcıoğlu | Partner, Head of Banking and Finance Group, Head of Real Estate Group | View Profile | |
Gülistan Baltacı Hatay | Partner, Co-Head of Maritime and Aviation | View Profile | |
Burcu Boso | Partner | View Profile | |
Dr Elvan Sevi Bozoğlu | Partner, Head of Life Sciences | View Profile | |
Kağan Dora | Partner, Head of IP, Data & Technology | View Profile | |
Doğan Eymirlioğlu | Partner, Head of Arbitration | View Profile | |
Mahmut Karyağdı | Partner | View Profile | |
Selahattin Kaya | Partner, Private Equity, Venture Capital | View Profile | |
Dr Selim Keki | Partner | View Profile | |
Özge Özmenlikan | Partner, Head of Litigation | View Profile | |
Semih Sander | Partner, Co-Head of Maritime and Aviation | View Profile | |
Gökçe Sarısu Kanmaz | Partner, Tax | View Profile | |
Galip M. Selçuk | Managing Partner, Head of Corporate and M&A Group | View Profile | |
Günhan Yalçın | Partner | View Profile | |
Dr Mehmet Feridun İzgi | Partner | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of partners : 18 Number of other lawyers : 120+Languages
English French German Italian TurkishMemberships
ICCOther
Contacts : Galip M Selçuk Contacts : Barlas Balcioglu Contacts : Dr Selim Keki Contacts : Sahin ArdiyokComparative Guides
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