ICK Attorneys at Law

FIRM OVERVIEW

Since its foundation, ICK Attorneys at Law has been committed to delivering comprehensive legal advice to both local and international clients. Our firm has grown steadily, expanding its team of skilled professionals who are dedicated to addressing the diverse legal needs of our clients.

At ICK Attorneys at Law, we understand that companies require a broad spectrum of legal support to manage their day-to-day operations effectively. Our firm offers an extensive range of services designed to meet those needs, whether it’s guiding businesses through complex merger and acquisition processes, advising on spin-offs, investments, financing, and liquidation, or representing clients in commercial litigation. Our team is also skilled in handling disputes , ensuring that our clients are represented by attorneys who are experts in their respective fields.

What sets ICK Attorneys at Law apart is our dedication to understanding the unique needs of each client. Our goal is to provide tailor-made, high-quality legal services that meet the specific requirements of our clients. By offering one-on-one attention and meticulously crafted solutions, we ensure that our clients receive the best possible outcomes, designed to meet the highest standards of legal practice.

In every aspect of our work, from the initial consultation to the final resolution, ICK Attorneys at Law is driven by a commitment to excellence. We strive to build long-lasting relationships with our clients, founded on trust, integrity, and a deep understanding of their legal needs. Our firm is dedicated to being a reliable partner in our clients' success, providing the legal expertise they need to thrive in a complex and ever-changing world.

KEY PRACTICE AREAS:

Corporate and Commercial Law

ICK Attorneys at Law guides its clients in all aspects of corporate and commercial law as well as corporate governance, including preparing internal directives on the delegation of powers, handling the drafting and approval of all types of board decisions, conducting and overseeing general assembly meetings, and ensuring accurate statutory bookkeeping. Additionally, we are actively involved in following up on legislative changes to maintain corporate compliance, managing the incorporation and liquidation of companies, and establishing liaison and branch offices in Turkey for both domestic and foreign enterprises.

Furthermore, we provide tailored consultancy and specialized training  on the relevant corporate legislation, amendments to legislation, and the principles of corporate governance, all designed to meet the unique needs of our corporate clients.

Mergers and Acquisitions

ICK Attorneys at Law provides expert legal advice to large and medium-sized companies, investment funds, and startups in the field of mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”). Our services span the entire M&A process, including due diligence, the preparation and negotiation of sales contracts, and comprehensive support during the signing, closing, and post-closing phases.

We also manage restructuring for both public and private entities, handling mergers, demergers, and related transactions, while ensuring compliance with governmental authorities. Additionally, we offer strategic advice on partnership agreements, exit rights, and the formation of new shareholding structures resulting from M&A activities, safeguarding our clients’ interests throughout the process.

Law of Contracts

ICK Attorneys at Law offers comprehensive legal assistance in the preparation, review, and signing of a wide range of agreements, catering to both corporate and individual clients. Whether the agreements are of a commercial or non-commercial nature, our firm provides meticulous attention to detail to ensure that all legal aspects are thoroughly addressed.

Our team of specialized attorneys brings deep expertise to the drafting and negotiation process, carefully considering critical elements such as penalty clauses, termination conditions, and compensation provisions. We also proactively identify and manage potential disputes that may arise during the preparation of agreements, providing pragmatic and solution-oriented advice. Our approach ensures that the commercial interests of our clients are protected and that transactions proceed smoothly without unnecessary disruptions.

Energy Law

ICK Attorneys at Law offers expert legal advice to leading companies in the energy sector, including those involved in the production, trading, and intermediation of both conventional and renewable energy sources such as petroleum, natural gas, hydroelectricity, and solar energy.

Our team combines interdisciplinary knowledge and extensive experience to provide comprehensive support to energy companies, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within the sector. We effectively represent our clients before regulatory authorities, leveraging our deep understanding of the industry.

Our specialized energy law team, composed of experienced attorneys and advisors, offers targeted legal advice on a range of issues, including local energy regulations, contract negotiation, financing of energy projects, purchase and sale agreements, energy market licensing, expropriation, and the resolution of any kind of disputes.

Dispute Resolution

ICK Attorneys at Law represents both individual and corporate clients effectively in dispute resolution, whether in court or through alternative methods. Our team is dedicated to providing practical support, particularly in complex cases that require specialized knowledge.

We have significant experience in areas such as commercial law,  energy law, employment law and expropriation, which enables us to handle a wide variety of disputes with confidence. Additionally, we assist clients with the recognition and enforcement of foreign court decisions and arbitration awards in Turkey, ensuring that their rights and interests are protected both domestically and internationally.

Employment Law

ICK Attorneys at Law provides advisory services across all aspects of employment law, representing both employers and employees. We assist with everything from drafting and terminating employment contracts, including important clauses like non-compete and confidentiality agreements, to handling employee transfers during company mergers and business transitions. We also support our clients in managing reemployment issues and navigating collective labour disputes.

Our team stays on top of the latest changes in legislation, court rulings, and best practices, keeping our clients informed and ready to take necessary actions to remain compliant. We make sure our clients are always up to date and well-prepared to respond to any legal developments that may affect their business.

Capital Markets Law

ICK Attorneys at Law offers comprehensive legal support to clients with shares listed on the stock exchange, handling a wide range of transactions related to capital markets law. This includes advising on mergers and demergers of publicly held companies, guiding clients through initial and secondary public offerings, assisting with material disclosures and transactions, managing shareholder exclusions, sales procedures, the registered capital system, and ensuring adherence to corporate governance principles.

We also keep a close eye on changes in legislation related to corporate governance, including OECD guidelines, and prepare detailed information notes and memorandums for our corporate clients. Additionally, as part of our consultancy services, we design and deliver tailored training sessions on corporate governance principles, major transactions, and the specifics of mergers and demergers of publicly held companies, all customized to meet the unique needs of our clients.

Project Financing

ICK Attorneys at Law provides legal support for financing transactions across a wide range of investment projects, including those in real estate and energy.

In the area of project financing, we assist our clients with every step of the process. This includes preparing loan documentation, drafting various collateral documents such as pledges, mortgages, and commercial enterprise pledges, and handling the negotiation and execution of these agreements. We also guide our clients through the necessary preliminary discussions and ensure that all procedures related to collateral creation and loan agreements are correctly followed under Turkish law. Additionally, we stay involved throughout the process, offering ongoing advice on any legal issues that may arise regarding the collateral.

Real Estate Law

ICK Attorneys at Law offers legal advice to both domestic and foreign investors, as well as all key players in the rapidly growing real estate sector. We provide support at every stage of real estate projects, from urban transformation processes to contract preparation and negotiation.

Our main services in real estate law include addressing issues related to development plans, expropriation procedures, and dispute resolution. We also handle construction contracts, including agreements where construction rights are exchanged for property units, and guide clients through the financing processes with banks and other lenders. Additionally, we assist with the creation and release of various real rights, such as mortgages, usufruct rights, and building rights over property. We prepare and negotiate detailed lease contracts for both commercial and residential properties and manage all necessary transactions with land registry offices, cadastre offices, and municipalities, including the issuance of licenses.

Our services cover a wide range of real estate, including housing, offices, land, hotels, shopping centres, factories, power plants, 2B land, organized industrial zones, and properties in free zones.