Pelister Atayilmaz Enkur Law Office

The firm: Pelister Atayilmaz Enkür (PAE) Law Office was established in 2010 and the founding partners are all ex-Dentons. Since establishment, the firm has been heavily involved in cross-border transactions, international projects and foreign investments. The key legal fields in which the firm has expertise include the following: banking and finance, corporate and M&A, real estate, energy and infrastructure, employment, insurance and TMT, and also dispute resolution and hospitality. As a new generation law firm, PAE has a hands-on approach when dealing with client matters. The ratio of attorneys per partner is considerably low compared to Turkish legal practices. The firm has adopted a business-oriented approach and offers practical solutions to its clientele which consist of both foreign and local companies and investors.

The competitive edge and comparative advantage of the firm over its rivals are its ability to combine a proven record of accomplishment in sophisticated international business transactions and the acumen, versatility and competence of a full-service local law firm through its experienced and dynamic team of lawyers. The firm generates practical and legally sound solutions under Turkish law for its clients’ complex legal needs, disputes and commercial requirements. The firm strives to provide legal assistance to its clients by dedicating time and energy at partner level with a view to ensuring that legal and commercial objectives are effectively realised.

The firm is based in Istanbul, the commercial and financial capital of Turkey and consequently has unique access to European, Middle Eastern and Central Asian markets. Furthermore, where legal advice on foreign law is required in cross-border deals, the firm co-operates closely with distinguished international law firms across Europe, North America and Asia.

Commercial awareness is part and parcel of the practice. By virtue of a strong and dedicated team of business-oriented lawyers, the firm provides exceptional service and specialised legal advice in all areas of expertise.

Areas of practice: PAE Law Office is a highly reputable, full-service Turkish law firm specialising in corporate, commercial and financial law with particular focus on: Mergers, acquisitions and corporate restructurings; foreign direct investments; cross-border portfolio investments; international business transactions and commercial operations; project finance, credit and security instruments; non-performing loans and distressed debts; insurance including coinsurance and reassurance; contract law including industrial and commercial obligations; infrastructure, real estate and construction; hospitality; natural resources including oil, gas and renewable energy sources; employer – employee relations and labour disputes; administrative law, regulated industries, gaming law; litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution; execution, enforcement, bankruptcy and debt recovery.