GSG Attorneys at Law/GSG Hukuk

The firm: GSG Attorneys at Law / GSG Hukuk is an independent law firm established following many successful years of working together in a leading global consultancy services firm.

GSG provides solutions for a wide range of legal issues, from incorporation to complex structuring alternatives for domestic and multinational clients in a wide range of industries. GSG Attorneys at Law not only provides diligent legal services but also acts with an understanding of the economic and political environment of Turkey.

GSG offers the complete range of legal services for business in Turkey, with each partner overseeing their respective areas of expertise.

In June 2016, Ezgi Turkmen who has been working in this business line more than 16 years, has been announced as partner in tax and customs dispute resolution team at GSG Attorneys at Law. Umurcan Gago heads the banking, finance and capital markets law practice, which regularly publishes leading literature resources in these areas. Yavuz Dayıoğlu oversees corporate and commercial matters undertaken by the firm.

In addition to more than 45 lawyers, GSG utilizes counsel expert in industry and government regulation as well as a network of tax and legal experts across 80 countries.

Areas of practice: The established tax and customs dispute resolution team at GSG advises on procedures followed by tax and customs authorities and strategies to minimise risk exposure, and renders assistance by attending pre-trial hearings with tax and customs authorities. GSG lawyers are experts in the assessment and calculation of any available discounts, late interest payments and the preparation of relevant statements.

GSG adeptly navigates the complexities of corporate mergers and acquisitions, offering clients a robust portfolio of services that includes due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and execution of transactions. The team provides strategic advice on joint ventures, buyouts, and divestitures, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with clients' business objectives. GSG attorneys are well-versed in regulatory compliance and risk management, adept at conducting thorough legal audits to identify potential issues before they arise.

In banking, finance and capital markets, GSG advises many local and international investment and commercial banks and financial institutions on capital markets rules, investment banking products, finance regulation and international tax planning. Its experts are skilled in securities regulation, international financial transactions, derivatives laws, taxation of financial instruments, international taxation and private equity funds.

The labour team at GSG provides a robust suite of employment law services, adeptly navigating the complexities of workplace regulations and employee rights. GSG lawyers advises both employers and employees on a variety of matters, including but not limited to drafting and reviewing employment contracts, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and representing clients in disputes over wrongful termination, discrimination, and wage and hour issues. GSG also offers expert guidance on employee benefits, workplace safety, workers' compensation claims, and the intricacies of collective bargaining agreements.

GSG specializes in a comprehensive suite of compliance and data protection services tailored to safeguard the integrity of your business operations and the privacy of sensitive information. Our legal expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of regulatory frameworks and data governance standards, ensuring that your organization remains abreast of and compliant and other pertinent data protection laws. We provide meticulous risk assessments, develop robust compliance programs, and offer strategic advice on data breach response and notification procedures. Our team is adept at drafting and reviewing data protection policies, conducting data processing audits, and advising on cross-border data transfer issues. We also represent clients in dealings with regulatory authorities and in litigation related to data protection and privacy matters.

In ESG, GSG team offers expert guidance on regulatory compliance, ensuring that clients not only to meet but exceed the standards set by governmental bodies and industry regulators. GSG's ESG team assists in the development and implementation of sustainable business strategies, helping clients to integrate ESG principles into their corporate governance frameworks. The team conducts thorough due diligence for investors and companies looking to engage in responsible investing or to enhance their ESG profiles. Additionally, the team provides robust risk management advice to mitigate ESG-related risks and capitalize on opportunities for sustainable growth.

GSG is dedicated to guiding clients through the complex landscape of competition law, ensuring compliance with antitrust regulations, and advocating for their interests in both domestic and international arenas. GSG's attorneys bring a wealth of experience in handling matters such as merger clearance, cartel investigations, monopoly disputes, and competition litigation. The team provides strategic advice on marketing strategies, and distribution agreements to prevent anti-competitive practices. Additionally, our firm GSG offers representation in proceedings before competition authorities and courts, assistance with obtaining regulatory approvals, and counsel on the competition aspects of corporate transactions. GSG's proactive approach to risk management includes conducting antitrust audits and designing compliance programs tailored to the unique needs of each client.