Commercial, corporate and M&A

GKC Partners (in professional association with White & Case)

Client Satisfaction

Combining a ‘thorough understanding of the local market dynamics with global standards’ and also able to leverage the broader resources of the association with White & Case, GKC Partners (in professional association with White & Case) is a preferred choice for clients ’seeking sophisticated legal counsel’ on complex and high-profile domestic and cross-border M&A transactions. The team is particularly skilled at handling work within highly regulated sectors including energy and financial services, recently advising TotalEnergies Renewables on its $160m acquisition of a 50% stake in Rönesans Enerji Üretim ve Ticaret. Appreciated for his ‘calm and practical approach’, team head Emre Özşar advises core client Zurich Insurance on its Turkish-based transactional activity and on commercial and contractual matters. The ’very skilled’ Can Tolga Tezel also has ‘significant experience and know-how’ in the corporate/M&A field and is appreciated for his ’calmness and hands-on approach’. Dual-qualified in Turkey and the UK, Gökçen Durgut continues to advise on matters governed by English law.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

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'GKC Partners stands out in the Turkish market for its deep expertise in handling complex and high-value M&A transactions.'
'The team's strength lies in its ability to provide pragmatic, strategic advice on domestic and cross-border deals. Their thorough understanding of the local market dynamics combined with global standards makes them a preferred choice for clients seeking sophisticated legal counsel in M&A.'
'Emre Ozsar knows the industry very well and puts you in an advantageous position in the negotiations with his calm and practical approach.'
'Can Tolga Tezel is a very skilled legal advisor with significant experience and know-how in the field of M&A/corporate advice in various sectors and a very quick mindset. His calmness and hands-on approach make us feel we are in good hands.'
'Gokçen Durgut is an outstanding M&A lawyer whose expertise and strategic approach have been invaluable on numerous transactions we have worked on together. With her dual qualifications in law and economics, Gökçen brings a unique perspective that sets her apart, particularly in understanding the financial intricacies of deals.'
'Gokçen Durut's blend of legal acumen, commercial insight, and leadership skills makes her one of the most impressive M&A lawyers in the market.'