TURUNÇ
Client SatisfactionA particular area of focus for the team at TURUNÇ is the employment aspects of high-profile M&A transactions, including cross-border deals which often involve major companies and funds. Founding partner and co-head Noyan Turunç continues to manage a broad workload for a number of blue-chip clients. Kerem Turunç is well versed in a variety of employment mandates, including bourgeoning data privacy concerns, employee benefits, and disputes. Co-head Gizem Günel regularly intervenes on major M&A transactions and is a key name for global HR systems.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Transparency, trustworthiness, a proactive approach, commercial awareness, and international know-how. In my experience, no other firm in Turkey comes close to TURUNÇ’s international expertise. Many of their lawyers have international backgrounds and bar qualifications.’
- ‘Noyan Turunç is the only lawyer I call for tough decisions. He delivers both legal and commercial advice simultaneously. Beste Yıldızili Ergül is an excellent resource for employee data privacy matters, particularly in handling data transfers outside of Turkey.’
- ‘Like their competition team, Turunç’s employment team are pragmatic problem-solvers. They are extremely knowledgeable, dedicated, and meticulous, all while being practical and easygoing.’
- ‘Noyan Turunç, in particular, stands out with his experience and excellent understanding of commercial considerations. Beste Yıldızili Ergül is highly experienced in both employment and data privacy, which is crucial for employment matters.’
- ‘Beste Yıldızili Ergül’s expertise in data privacy has been essential for our employment practices, especially in managing employee data. Her clear advice on privacy regulations has helped us keep our employment practices compliant and effective.’
- ‘This team handles employment issues exceptionally well in the competitive art sector, where turnover is high. They ensure employment agreements are robust, particularly with regard to trade secrets and non-compete clauses, which is vital in such a cutthroat industry.’
- ‘Noyan Turunç has deep knowledge of employment law and how to manage high turnover in the art industry. He understands the specific needs of art businesses and is meticulous with agreements. His experience in handling tough employment issues has been invaluable.’
- ‘Beste Yıldızili Ergül is highly skilled and adapts quickly. She handles employment agreements with great care, understands the unique needs of the art world, and brings a positive attitude that makes everything run smoothly. She drafts exceptionally strong agreements.’
Key clients
- Sphera Solutions
- Lightspeed Venture Partners
- Wellbees
- SC Johnson
- Acquia, Inc.
- Boğaziçi Ventures
- Caffè Nero
- Joygame
- BV Portföy Yönetim Şirketi
- Android Industries
- Camper Shoes
- Itochu
- Al Fakher
- Vektör Tanıtım
- Ataol Capital
Work highlights
- Advised Sphera Solutions on its acquisition of SupplyShift, including carrying out a comprehensive employment due diligence check.
- Advising SC Johnson for over twenty years on employment law-related matters.
- Advising Wellbees for over five years on employment law-related matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Noyan Turunç, Gizem Günel