Hakkı Gedik
Gedik & EraksoyClients of Gedik & Eraksoy’s banking, finance and capital markets group benefit from its ability to operate as a standalone practice, while also being able to link up with the Istanbul office of associate firm A&O Shearman. A popular choice for major financial institutions based in the US, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, the team handles a comprehensive spread of acquisition financings, syndicated financings, securities offerings, structured financings and regulatory issues, among other matters. Department co-head Hakki Gedik is sought after for his extensive experience in advising lenders and contractors on infrastructure and energy projects. Fellow co-head Umut Gurgey is highly regarded for his diverse banking and finance expertise, and senior associate Dilsah Gurses and associate Burak Ozsoy are also recommended.
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Key clients
- Yapi Kredi
- The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
- Aygaz
Work highlights
- Acting for the lenders in relation to the acquisition financing of Turkey Wealth Fund’s $1.6bn purchase of LYY Telekomünikasyon’s 55% stake in Türk Telekom.
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Hakki Gedik, Umut Gurgey