Ecem Süsoy Uygun
Erdem & Erdem Law OfficeErdem & Erdem Law Office offers critical EU and Turkish competition law advice on M&A transactions, investigations, compliance programmes, and distributorship systems. The team plays a pivotal role in defending dominant firms accused of abuse of a dominant position by the Competition Authority and ensures M&A deals meet competition regulations. Ercüment Erdem, with over 40 years of experience, specialises in antitrust, M&A, and arbitration. Ecem Süsoy Uygun provides key support throughout all stages of competition law investigations. Mert Karamustafaoğlu departed the firm in February 2025.
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‘Experience, knowledge and teamwork are key points that play significant roles in this complex field of law.'
- 'Erdem & Erdem has extensive experience in competition law and practices of the regulatory authorities. The firm, with its dynamic and highly skilled team, provides effective and prompt services and it presents a practical and efficient approach to complex matters. ’
‘Ecem Süsoy Uygun and Merve Bakırcı are highly competent, dedicated and qualified counsels.'
‘Erdem & Erdem Law Firm’s competition law practice stands out due to its deep expertise, tailored strategies, and commitment to providing business-centric solutions. The team of excellent lawyers demonstrate a strong understanding of both Turkish and EU competition law frameworks.'
‘The individuals in Erdem & Erdem Law Firm, exhibit exceptional dedication, strategic thinking, and attention to detail. They stand out for their ability to simplify highly complex legal matters and provide practical, actionable advice.'
‘The competition team of Erdem & Erdem has a good knowledge of merger control in Turkey.'
‘Their punctuality and experience in the maritime industry is very valuable.’
‘We receive support from Erdem & Erdem in some of our competition and litigation cases that have no precedent in Turkish history. The files we are involved in require joint work of competition and litigation teams.'
Key clients
- Gemlik Gübre
- Unmaş Unlu Mamüller
- DyDo Drinco İçecek
- İstanbul Gübre Sanayii
- Yemek Sepeti
- Türk Ekonomi Bankası
- TEB Yatırım Menkul Değerler
- İş Bankası
- Obilet
- AG Anadolu Grubu Holding
- Adel
- Anadolu Efes
- Anadolu Sağlık Merkezi
- Anadolu Isuzu
- Anadolu Etap Tarım
- Anadolu Etap İçecek
- Anadolu Motor
- CMA CGM
- Şişecam
- Red Bull
- Türk Hava Yolları Teknik
- Midas
- Ceva Logistics
- Çimsa
- Huawei Turkey
- Karel Elektronik
- Doğan Holding
- Şekerbank
- Yıldız Entegre
- Çolakoğlu Metalürji
- McDonalds
- Arvato
- Yutong Bus
- Çelik Motor
Work highlights
- Represented Gemlik Gübre in an investigation launched by the Turkish Competition Board based on the allegations that fertilizer suppliers have violated competition legislation.
- Advised Unmaş in the merger control file submitted to the Competition Authority regarding the acquisition and participation of 30 % of shares of UNO.
- Conducted a tailor-made competition law compliance program for Dydo Drinco.
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Ercüment Erdem