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Bridging Systems: Civil Law Expertise for UK Enterprises in Türkiye

The transition from Common Law to Turkish Civil Law can be jarring. Turkish Trade Lawyers serves as your legal interpreter and defender, translating British commercial expectations into enforceable Turkish legal realities with precision and authority.

Protecting British Interests in a Civil Law Jurisdiction

For UK companies, the nuances of the Turkish Code of Obligations and Commercial Code can present unforeseen risks. We provide the strategic clarity and aggressive representation needed to navigate this landscape, focusing on high-stakes dispute resolution and corporate governance.

Common Law to Civil Law Transition & Discovery

UK clients are accustomed to extensive disclosure obligations and binding precedents. In Türkiye's document-based Civil Law system, evidence gathering requires a different strategy. We specialize in 'delil tespiti' (judicial determination of evidence) to secure critical proof early in proceedings, mirroring the rigour of UK discovery within the Turkish procedural framework.

Enforcement of UK Judgments & Arbitration Awards

Securing a judgment in London is only half the battle. We specialize in the recognition and enforcement (tanıma ve tenfiz) of UK court judgments and arbitration awards in Türkiye. We meticulously scrutinize Turkish public policy requirements to ensure that your UK legal victories translate rapidly into seizure of assets and payment in Türkiye.

Insurance, Reinsurance & Maritime Law

Given the UK's dominance in the global insurance market, we offer specialized counsel for Turkish insurance claims and subrogation cases. We represent UK insurers and P&I Clubs in complex maritime disputes, cargo claims, and regulatory matters involving the Turkish Straits, ensuring alignment with international maritime conventions.

Corporate Governance & Joint Venture Control

Minority shareholder rights and director liabilities differ significantly in Türkiye. We structure Joint Venture agreements to provide UK investors with actual control mechanisms, overriding default Civil Law provisions where possible. We draft clear shareholder agreements that define exit strategies and deadlock resolution, protecting your capital from local partner disputes.

Navigate Turkish Law with Common Law Precision

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