Leveraging the firm’s overarching technology industry knowledge, the team at BTS & Partners provides ‘practical and precise’ advice to clients on both transactional and commercial/regulatory issues. In the venture capital space, the team acts for both investees and investors, with Selin Beceni handling work for Koc Ventures on its investment activity. Zeynep Ünlü co-heads the team alongside Beceni.

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Testimonials

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  • 'On a scale of 1-10, I would rate the team an 11. They are responsive, having calls with us going deep into the Turkish night. They have a great deal of expertise in the law of Turkey, but also are able to advise on deal points in terms of what is considered "fair" in the Turkish market. They are also well-equipped to negotiate deal terms with opposing Turkish counsel.’

  • ‘The hardworking team provides practical, and precise legal advice that resonates with our commercial and corporate law-related needs with respect to our operations in Türkiye. BTS&Partners’ team operates with a hands-on approach, ensuring they understand the nuances of every matter while delivering responsive services.'

  • ‘Zeynep ÙnlÙ is bright and makes every encounter a pleasant one, is always willing to answer questions from foreign lawyers and works extremely well with them.'

  • ‘Zeynep Ünlü stands out for her hands-on, responsive, and diligent approach, with a deep understanding of our business needs. She consistently delivers practical, precise legal advice that aligns with our objectives.'

Key clients

  • Damac
  • Sahibinden
  • E-nocta (Shareholders)
  • Yapı Kredi Portföy Yönetimi A.Ş. Koç Topluluğu Şirketleri Birinci Özel GSYF
  • Eigenmann & Veronelli
  • Nomu Pay
  • Adform
  • Nilfisk
  • Widex / Sivantos
  • Sabre
  • Enocta (Avez)
  • Pluxee Turkey

Work highlights

  • Advised Damac on a joint venture with Vodafone Türkiye with for the purpose of development and operation of a data center in İzmir.
  • Advised Sahibinden in its acquisition of Autoking, one of the leading auto expertise networks in Türkiye.
  • Advised Koc Ventures, a venture capital fund established by Koc Holding group companies, on 10 successful venture capital investment transactions between 2023 and first half of 2024.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Selin Beceni, Zeynep Ünlü

Other key lawyers

Rıza Yücel