Commercial Litigation

YılmazÜlker represents multinational and domestic clients in complex commercial disputes arising from business relationships, commercial contracts and trading activities. Our practice covers high-value and strategically significant litigation across a broad range of industries, where legal, commercial and operational considerations are closely intertwined.

We regularly advise clients on disputes involving commercial agreements, the sale of goods and services, distribution and agency relationships, joint ventures, commercial leasing, debt and payment claims, supply chain disputes and other business-critical contractual matters. Many of our cases involve multiple parties, cross-border elements or parallel proceedings requiring coordinated litigation strategies.

Every matter is partner-led from beginning to end. We combine rigorous legal analysis with commercial judgment to develop dispute strategies that reflect our clients' business objectives while remaining focused on achieving efficient and effective outcomes.

We are frequently instructed on matters with an international dimension and regularly work alongside foreign counsel, international law firms and in-house legal teams in coordinated cross-border disputes.

Whether pursuing or defending a claim, we provide strategic advocacy, meticulous case preparation and commercially focused advice throughout every stage of the dispute resolution process.

Corporate Litigation

YılmazÜlker advises multinational and domestic corporations and executives on disputes arising from corporate transactions and governance, including post-acquisition and joint venture disputes, shareholder and boardroom disputes, and disputes concerning breach of representations and warranties.

Our practice mainly covers disputes arising from share purchase and shareholders' agreements, minority shareholder claims, disputes between joint venture partners, as well as actions arising directly under the Turkish Commercial Code, including actions for the annulment of general assembly and board of directors resolutions, squeeze-out actions, applications for the appointment of a special auditor, actions concerning the liability of board members, and actions for the dissolution of a company.

Enforcement & Asset Recovery

YılmazÜlker represents international and domestic clients in enforcement, bankruptcy and asset recovery matters. We advise and represent creditors, financial institutions, investors and other commercial parties in developing and implementing enforcement and recovery strategies aimed at preserving assets, protecting creditor rights and maximising recovery.

Our practice covers domestic and cross-border debt recovery, enforcement proceedings, interim attachments, bankruptcy and concordat proceedings, asset tracing, claims relating to fraudulent asset transfers, asset preservation measures and other matters arising in connection with the enforcement and recovery of assets.

In addition to enforcement proceedings, we advise clients on enforcement risk, recovery strategy and asset preservation before, during and after disputes. Where assets, debtors or interested parties are located across multiple jurisdictions, we work closely with foreign counsel and other professionals to coordinate effective cross-border recovery strategies.

Real Estate Disputes

YılmazÜlker represents domestic and international clients in complex disputes arising from real estate development, construction projects and real estate investments. We act for contractors, developers, investors, landlords and other market participants before courts, administrative authorities and other public institutions in matters involving real estate and construction.

Our practice covers disputes arising from construction and development projects, urban transformation, commercial and residential leasing, real estate transactions, foreign investments, organized industrial zones, zoning and planning matters, environmental requirements, construction defects, delays, payment claims, contract termination and other matters relating to the ownership, development and use of real estate.

In addition to representing clients in disputes, we advise on dispute avoidance, litigation risk and dispute strategy throughout the lifecycle of a project. Where appropriate, we also assist clients in resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation and other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.

Administrative Disputes

YılmazÜlker represents international and domestic clients in administrative and regulatory disputes arising from the exercise of public authority. Our practice covers proceedings involving regulatory authorities, public institutions and administrative bodies, as well as disputes before administrative courts, tax courts and the Council of State.

We advise on the legal implications of administrative decisions and represent clients in matters relating to administrative sanctions, licences and permits, public procurement, zoning and urban planning, expropriation, customs, taxation, energy, banking, capital markets and other regulated sectors. We also advise clients on regulatory compliance, administrative risk and dispute strategy at every stage of the administrative process.

Our practice extends to administrative applications, objections and appeals, as well as representation throughout administrative investigations and regulatory proceedings. We develop dispute strategies that take into account both the applicable regulatory framework and the broader commercial implications of administrative decisions.

Employment Disputes

YılmazÜlker advises and represents clients in employment disputes arising from individual and collective employment relationships.

Our practice covers disputes relating to dismissals, employee claims, executive employment, restrictive covenants, confidentiality obligations, discrimination and harassment claims, workplace investigations, collective labour matters, occupational health and safety, social security and other employment-related disputes. We also advise on employment risk and the employment law implications of business decisions before disputes arise.

Our practice extends to settlement negotiations, mediation and litigation before labour courts, as well as proceedings before administrative authorities. We represent clients throughout every stage of employment disputes, from pre-dispute risk assessment to the resolution of proceedings.