Pekin & Pekin houses a robust dispute resolution practice that acts for a mix of domestic and multinational clients in judicial, arbitral and mediation proceedings. The five-lawyer strong group is well versed across a wide scope of matters, including commercial disputes, administrative law issues, employment litigation and contentious IP cases. Senior partner Erdem Atilla steers the team, with support from senior associate Idil Kocaman.
Testimonials
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‘It is a resolute, reliable and customer-friendly team.’
‘We have been working with Erdem Atilla for approximately one year. During this period, the team has kept us promptly informed about the process, its consequences, and has always provided us with alternatives to find better solutions.’
‘Lawyers are really bright, agile and quick. The team is very professional, with knowledge of Turkish regulations and law. Really good communication and assistance. Nice legal advice and counsel.’
‘The team is always hands-on regarding disputes. Lawyers demonstrate very good judgement and negotiating skills. The quality of service is perfect.’
‘Erdem Atilla is very easy to reach out and very respectful. A presentable lawyer.’
‘The dispute resolution practice of Pekin & Pekin has outstanding expertise and capability even in the most complicated cases – both local and international.’
‘The entire Pekin & Pekin team (and Erdem Atilla in particular) is extremely detail-oriented in every assigned case. The swiftness of its response is never at the expense of quality. Each piece of legal advice provided is attentive to detail and individualised to the needs of the particular assignment.’
Key clients
- Akkok Holding A.S. and Group Companies
- Akkok Holding A.S.’s BoD members
- Sakarya Elektrik Perakende A.S.
- Fenerbahçe Sports Club
- Index Group
- George Tedarik Hizmetleri A.S. (subsidiary of Asda Sources, partially owned by Walmart)
- Mango Labs LLC
- Divan Turizm Isletmeleri A.S.
- Skinfix
- Laake
- ScyllaDB
- Klépierre
- Acronis
Work highlights
- Representing Akkok Holding, and its group companies, in a lawsuit filed by two shareholders requesting the annulment of the general assembly resolution with regard to a capital increase.
- Advising Morgan Stanley & Co International on the legal validity of arbitration agreements and compliance with Turkish notification legislation.
- Representing Turkey-based IT distributor Index Group in a compensation lawsuit arising from the termination of a distributor contract.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Erdem Atilla