Abcoo Law Firm

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Valued by sources for its ‘unmatched legal experience in real estate’, Abcoo Law Firm houses one of the most comprehensive practices in the market. The team routinely represents the premier developers and investors in Turkey, while it also acts for lenders, landowners and tenants. The department is led jointly by Hasan Çağlayan, who is a 35-year veteran of the real estate market; Murat Aygün, who specialises in transactional real estate matters; and Berk Batur, whose practice spans real estate, government affairs and corporate law. The team’s strong second line of associates includes Ezgi Aysima Kurtuluş and Miray Yağcı.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘We have been working with Abcoo for years. During which, it has proven that it is one of the best law firms in the market. Besides their unmatched legal experience in real estate, lawyers truly operate responsively and foresightedly, which is vital for businesses to thrive in such a competitive environment.’

  • ‘The exceptional Berk Batur's vision and business sense always supports the work and answers our needs. In addition to the legal service he provides, his ability to establish perpetual relationships with his clients creates a trustworthy environment.’

  • ‘I highly recommend Abcoo as an outstanding legal partner. Its unique and innovative approach, along with its expert team of attorneys, sets it apart. It provides tailored solutions thanks to its diverse expertise. Its client-centered approach impressed me, providing personalised strategies for my specific needs.’

  • ‘The firm leverages cutting-edge technology for efficient solutions and boasts a proven track record in complex cases. Its global perspective and ethical practice make it a reliable choice and a partner. Lawyers' accessibility and responsiveness kept me well-informed. ’
  • ‘Berk Batur, Hasan Çağlayan and Murat Aygün are distinguished by their exceptional legal expertise and client-centred approach.’

  • ‘Both Ezgi Aysima Kurtuluş and Murat Aygün are our primary contacts. And both have excellent communication skills and provide thoughtful counsel when called upon.’

  • ‘The team is super detail-oriented; I feel safe when I work with lawyers in this team because I'm 100% sure that they never miss anything, I can count on them all the time. Other lawyers we have worked with previously can sometimes miss issues or lead us the wrong way. ’

  • ‘We have been working with Abcoo since their inception. The major reason behind our everlasting business relationship with Abcoo is their renowned expertise in the real estate business. In addition to their expertise, they always handle matters in a proactive way.’

Key clients

  • AEH Anadolu
  • AFE Proje
  • Ak Portföy
  • Aksoy Holding
  • Akvo Gayrimenkul
  • Anadolu Efes
  • Artaş İnşaat
  • Betatrans Lojistik
  • Bio İstanbul
  • Cevahir Taahhüt İnşaat
  • Diar Süleymaniye
  • Dolphin Gayrimenkul (Subsidiary Of Dolphin Overseas Fund)
  • Ebi Gayrimenkul
  • Eczacıbaşı Holding
  • Elca Kozmetik (Estée Lauder Companies Turkey)
  • EIS Eczacıbaşı
  • Eria Partners
  • Eria Pramerica
  • Evyap Holding – Evyap Sabun
  • Eyusta Mimarlık
  • Ferhunde Verdi
  • Galata Gayrimenkul
  • Gmw Architechts
  • Haremten Turizm
  • H&M Turkey
  • Hicran Mutuşoğlu
  • HPP International Turkey
  • Huda Dış Ticaret
  • Imannoor Tekstil
  • Kale Kilit
  • KAT Turizm Gayrimenkul
  • Körfez Gyo
  • Körfez Tatil
  • Mehmet Aslan
  • Metalsac
  • Metrosite İnşaat
  • Meydan Txm Gayrimenkul
  • Mubea Aviation Havacılık (previous title Flamm Aerotec Havacılık Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.)
  • Neba Gayrimenkul
  • Nema Gayrimenkul
  • Nida İnşaat
  • Odeabank
  • Olbia Gayrimenkul
  • Panço Giyim
  • Pd Turizm
  • Peak Oyun (Peak)
  • Pef Antalya Retail Investments Sarl
  • Pelitli Lojistik
  • Peninsula Emlak Yatırım
  • Petrol Ofisi
  • Pradera
  • Pronegy Gayrimenkul Enerji
  • Rvc Luxembourg S.A.R.L
  • Qatari Diar İstanbul
  • Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company
  • Rönesans Holding
  • Sarp Yapı
  • Saudi Bin Ladin
  • Seba İnşaat
  • Sepas Danışmanlık
  • Space İstanbul
  • Sidar Şahin

Work highlights

  • Advised EİS Eczacıbaşı on the negotiations and execution of a 'promise to sell' real estate agreement in return for revenue sharing with Artaş İnşaat, regarding the construction of a residential and commercial project on EİS Eczacıbaşı’s property located in İstanbul.
  • Advised Artaş İnşaat and Betatrans Lojistik on the purchase of land located in Pendik, Istanbul, owned by Milpa, a listed subsidiary of Doğan Holding.
  • Advised Mubea on the purchase from Teksan Jeneratör of factory land located in the European Free Zone.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Murat Aygün
Partner
Hasan Çağlayan
Partner

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Hasan Çağlayan, Murat Aygün, Berk Batur

Other key lawyers

Ezgi Aysima Kurtuluş, Miray Yağcı