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With access to an extensive international network of offices, Dentons, working in tandem with Balcioglu Selçuk Eymirlioglu Ardiyok Keki Attorney Partnership, is well-positioned to lead on cross-border mandates. Infrastructure and projects, corporate and M&A, and banking and project finance are standout areas for the firm’s operations in Turkey. English-qualified Tamsyn Mileham, co-head of the firm’s Europe Financial Institutions Group, provides expertise across a broad spectrum of highly structured transactions. Nadia Cansun, also English-qualified, is a key figure in M&A and commercial matters, specialising in multi-jurisdictional transactions.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Dentons are a top firm when it comes to equity; they have a very strong network and knowledgeable English lawyers across geographies with English law and local law knowledge.' 

  • ‘Nadia Cansun is a very special lawyer to work with. She has an amazing mix of knowhow, professionalism, charisma, drive and emotional intelligence.' 

  • ‘This law firm stands out due to its combination of deep legal expertise and a highly client-focused approach. One of the key strengths is its team's ability to handle complex legal matters across various practice areas, ensuring comprehensive solutions tailored to the client's needs.’

  • ‘The individuals I work with at this firm (especially Tamsyn Mileham) truly stand out due to their professionalism, dedication, and attention to detail.' 

  • ‘Nadia Cansun is exceptional. She is an experienced English law advisor who is on the ground in Turkey. Nadia is extremely practical, providing advice constructive to getting work done.’

  • ‘The team stands out through its specialization, client-centred approach, and collaborative dynamics. Key strengths include deep expertise in specific legal areas, the ability to understand and align with client’s business objectives, and an emphasis on proactive rather than reactive legal support.' 

  • 'Their ability to quickly adapt to different business contexts and offer strategic, big-picture advice is a key differentiator.'

  • 'Their technical expertise, responsiveness, and the ability to provide clear, actionable advice are unique. They have a high level of legal acumen to navigate complicated legal frameworks and present creative, yet practical solutions.'

Key clients

  • HSBC
  • Finance in Motion
  • Assan Alüminyum
  • RÖNESANS HOLDİNG
  • Marport Liman İşletmeleri Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
  • EBRD
  • ICBC
  • Karadeniz Holding
  • Ictas
  • Odea Bank

Work highlights

  • Advising HSBC on the provision of loans to BLS International to their international presence.
  • Advising Rönesans Holding on the US$130m ECA financing and separate commercial facility to its subsidiary, Ceyhan Terminal Hizmetleri A.Ş.
  • Advised European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and Truffle Capital on their acquisition of an approximately 8% stake in Dgpays Bilişim Hizmetleri A.Ş,.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Tamsyn Mileham, Nadia Cansun