01Corporate and commercial legal consultancy in Türkiye
IGA Law Firm advises local and international companies in Türkiye throughout their business lifecycle, from formation and daily operations to transactions, cross-border contracts and regulatory questions. Our Istanbul team connects legal advice to each client’s commercial objectives.
Ongoing advice can include corporate governance, contract drafting and negotiation, applicable regulatory obligations and business disputes. We assess risks and help clients make informed decisions under Turkish law.
02Corporate advisory
We assist startups, growing businesses and established companies with their corporate structure and ongoing procedures.
- Formation and structuring of limited liability and joint-stock companies and branches
- Corporate governance, shareholder relations and general assembly procedures
- Board resolutions, share transfers, capital changes and representation
- Articles of association, internal regulations and corporate records
- Legal due diligence for corporate transactions
- Review of obligations under the Turkish Commercial Code
03Commercial advisory
Our commercial advice covers trading relationships, supply chains, services and cross-border activity.
- Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
- Distribution, agency, franchise and dealership agreements
- Service, supply, procurement and outsourcing arrangements
- E-commerce models and applicable consumer protection rules
- International trade and cross-border transactions
- Confidentiality, nondisclosure and intellectual property arrangements
- Commercial risk assessment and dispute prevention
04Mergers, acquisitions and investments
We advise on acquisitions, joint ventures, investments and corporate restructuring, from initial review through negotiation and closing.
- Legal due diligence
- Share and asset purchase agreements
- Joint venture and investment agreements
- Regulatory approval requirements
- Cross-border transaction structures
- Post-acquisition integration issues
05Contract drafting and negotiation
We prepare and review contracts in light of the transaction, the parties’ obligations and potential disputes. We also support negotiations for workable commercial terms.
- Commercial sales, service and supply agreements
- Employment and consultancy contracts
- Service-level agreements
- Intellectual property and licensing contracts
- Partnership and shareholder agreements
- Real estate and lease contracts
- Technology and software agreements
06Regulatory compliance and risk
Applicable requirements depend on the company’s activities, sector and locations. We help identify obligations, review gaps and plan practical compliance measures.
- Turkish Commercial Code and corporate procedures
- Personal data protection under the KVKK and, where applicable, the GDPR
- Competition and consumer protection rules
- Sector-specific rules, including finance, energy, transport and e-commerce
- Anti-money laundering and anti-corruption policies where applicable
- Employment, environmental and sustainability obligations
07Commercial disputes
We represent businesses in negotiation, mediation, litigation and arbitration, selecting a strategy suited to the dispute and the client’s commercial aims. Early resolution is considered where appropriate.
- Breach of contract and commercial debt claims
- Shareholder and partnership disputes
- Agency and distribution disputes
- Intellectual property and unfair competition matters
- Partnership termination and corporate liability claims
08Working with IGA Law Firm
We provide ongoing, practical advice with clear communication in English and Turkish. Our work spans company operations, transactions, contracts and disputes, including matters involving international businesses.
For corporate or commercial legal assistance in Türkiye, contact our Istanbul office to discuss your company’s circumstances and the support it needs.
