Kutadgu & Arsin Law Firm

Corporate Commercial

Partner - Leading Lawyer in Mergers & Acquisitions

With over 15 years of experience, Seren Kutadgu is a distinguished legal advisor specializing in corporate and commercial law, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions, investment processes, corporate structuring, compliance and complex contract management processes. His strategic approach and deep industry knowledge make him a trusted counsel for high-stakes transactions and corporate governance matters.

Seren's clientele spans a diverse spectrum, including multinational corporations, private equity and venture capital funds, startup founders, portfolio companies and investment platforms. Representing clients across all facets of transactions—whether as buyers, sellers, investors, or entrepreneurs—he brings a 360-degree perspective to deal structuring and execution.

Throughout his career, Seren has led numerous international mergers & acquisitions and investment projects, overseeing them from initial negotiations to closing. He has collaborated with legal counsels from different jurisdictions, playing a key role in shaping the legal trajectory of restructured companies. He has honed his ability to negotiate and draft intricate transaction documents, seamlessly navigating the multifaceted commercial landscapes of various industries. His leadership extends beyond legal expertise; he has spearheaded legal teams in prominent law firms and continues to do so in his current role at Kutadgu & Arsın.

Seren’s core strengths lie in three key areas: orchestrating complex M&A transactions, guiding companies through contract management and daily operations, and ensuring regulatory compliance across jurisdictions. His track record includes advising on landmark deals, such as:

Representing Amazon.com Inc. in its acquisition of a majority stake in a leading Turkish e-commerce company; Advising Aéroports de Paris on its acquisition of stakes in publicly listed entities TAV Havalimanları Holding A.Ş. and TAV Yatırım Holding A.Ş.; Representing E.ON in the acquisition of national energy assets, including over 10 hydroelectric, wind, and thermal power plants; Advising global pharmaceutical giants such as Merck Group and Recordati S.p.A. on their acquisitions of Turkish pharma companies; Acting for a consortium, including STENA and Koç Holding, in a potential privatization bid for Istanbul Fast Ferry Services (İDO).

Beyond M&A, Seren provides strategic counsel on regulatory compliance, operational structuring, and commercial transactions. Notable engagements include assisting Mérieux NutriSciences in its investment in a Turkish food laboratory and subsequent restructuring of its Turkish subsidiaries, advising Accuray Incorporated on navigating Turkey’s complex regulatory framework, and supporting FullCharger in its global restructuring across Turkey and France.

Seren has also played an instrumental role in advising multinational corporations such as OMV, Credit Agricole, Aéroports de Paris, and CMA CGM, as well as innovative high-growth companies, including US cybersecurity firm Brandefense Inc., web application security firm StrixEye Inc., UK-based satellite communications group Punch Co., AI-driven image recognition company From Your Eyes, and technology startups such as TED Suite, Beespenser, Weartechclub.

His expertise extends to managing the full spectrum of commercial contractual relationships, including negotiating and drafting agreements covering sales, marketing, technology transfers, procurement, service and supply arrangements. His deep understanding of emerging technologies further enhances his ability to provide forward-thinking legal solutions.

Seren Kutadgu’s dedication to precision, strategic foresight, and client-centric approach has solidified his reputation as a leading advisor in corporate and commercial law.

Turkish, English, French

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Queen Mary, University of London Alumni Association

United Aikido Organization

2011-2012                Queen Mary, University of London, LLM - Merit (Media&Telecommunication-Corporate&Commercial Law)

Thesis: Risks and Material Contractual Issues in Public Private Partnerships with a focus on contract management / material contractual issues / proper design of PPP agreements / material risk factors / risk management.

2005-2009                Istanbul University, Law Faculty, LLB

1998-2004                  Lycée Français Saint Benoit D’Istanbul

 

Founder and coordinator of Child in Nature Project realized with a number of partners, supporting disadvantaged children under government custody through nature awareness (dogadakicocuk.org) (Project Period: 6 years / Age Group: 6-12 / Children reached: 450) Writer and founder of Ustu Kalsın Platform (Blog) established on climate change, sustainability and nature awarness (ustukalsin.net) Theatre (8-year French Theatre club in Saint-Benoit – 4 years of Turkish Theatre in semi-professional groups)

Seren loves traveling to different parts of the world, experiencing new cultures, and discovering unique flavors. Music is also a significant part of his life, and he has an extensive vinyl record collection.

Theater is one of his greatest passions. In the past, he spent many years as a playwright and actor. He also has a deep interest in esoteric philosophies, including Eastern and modern philosophy.

Basketball and Aikido are among the sports he is passionate about.