Gen Temizer is a leading Turkish full service independent corporate law firm based in Istanbul. The firm is active across all areas of corporate law and project development. In banking and finance the firm advises lenders on mostly direct financing and project financing. In capital markets it advises on debt and equity capital markets transactions. In corporate and M&A it advises all sides of the table on acquisitions in various sectors, including technology and telecommunications.
Highlights
The firm advised on Erciyas Çelik Boru Sanayi on a $50 million structured trade financing transaction provided by Gramercy.
The firm advised Limak Cement on its global Rule 144A/Reg S issuance of $625 million 9.750% notes due 2029.
The firm advised BP on the sale of the entire issued capital in BP Petrolleri. by BP Global Investments and BP Turkey Refining by BP to Petrol Ofisi.
Key clients
Al-Fardan, British Petroleum (bp), Galata Wind, Kızılay (Turkish Red Crescent), and Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB).
Testimonials
“Gen Temizer stands out for their deep understanding of both Turkish law and international market practice, which is critical in cross-border finance transactions. They are highly responsive, solution-oriented, and pragmatic in their approach. The team consistently demonstrates strong technical capabilities, particularly in structuring and drafting Turkish law security documents and navigating regulatory nuances such as financial assistance and enforcement risks. We especially value their ability to work seamlessly with international counsel, anticipate potential issues, and provide commercially sound advice that aligns with the expectations of international lenders and sponsors. Their professionalism, clarity of communication, and ability to manage tight timelines make them a trusted advisor in complex transactions.” – Banking Client
“What we particularly value about Gen Temizer is their deep expertise in capital markets transactions and their highly methodical approach to legal due diligence. Their team demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and a practical understanding of both regulatory expectations and market realities. They are very responsive and proactive in addressing potential legal issues early in the process. Their ability to liaise effectively with the Capital Markets Board and provide clear, investor-facing legal documentation makes them a highly dependable partner in IPO transactions.” – Equity Capital markets Client
“Diverse and well numbered team, supporting business on both M&A and also on competition law in general.” – M&A Client
“Berke Yalçın combines strong technical expertise with a practical and solution-oriented mindset. He is highly responsive, detail-focused, and consistently delivers well-structured, commercially aware advice. In our recent cross-border financing transaction, he demonstrated a solid grasp of both Turkish legal requirements and international deal dynamics. Berke is particularly effective at managing workstreams involving local law security documents and regulatory matters, and he communicates clearly and confidently with both clients and counterparties. His proactive approach and reliability under time pressure make him a valuable member of the team.” - Berke Yalçın
“She is a knowledgeable, experienced lawyer who is solution-oriented even in most complex legal issues” – Baran Gen
