Pekin & Bayar is one of Turkey's oldest law firms, established in 1946. It has offices spread across Turkey – in Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara and Adana, with 11 partners and 70 lawyers total, making it one of Turkey's largest firms.

Focusses / specialisms

It is a full-service firm, with experience serving both international and local clients, across industries. The firm has a particular expertise in corporate M&A and refinancing transactions, but has also advised in capital markets work.

Key clients

Some of the firm's clientele includes Unifree Duty Free, the British bank RBS and the Czech conglomerate CEZ, as well as Japan’s Nippon Paint.

Research period review: 31st edition (2020/2021)

The banking team assisted lenders in drafting agreements, refinancing, restructuring and project financing agreements.

The capital markets department assisted book runners and agents in a variety of industries, in capital markets work. In addition, the team represented controlling shareholders in the IPO of Arzum.  

In terms of M&A work the team at the firm represented buyers and sellers in joint ventures, share acquisitions.

Deal highlights: 31st edition (2020/2021)

Arzum IPO

Project Zen

Client feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)

M&A

“During unprecedented times of the pandemic, they have done their outmost to negotiate between partners on a virtual setting and were of highest ethical lead in the process.”

“Prompt actions, keeping dead-lines, professional, providing estimates / fixed prices as required, good project management and assistance.”

“Very competent and friendly, good response times.”

Ergin Mizrahi

“He is very business-focused and strong in helping in difficult litigation and dispute resolution issues: He can easily understand client needs and provide effective legal options. Overall, he is very attentive and efficient.”

Ferhat Pekin

“He is very client-focused, has depth knowledge in corporate law and can provide creative solutions.”

Senem Golge

“Extremely efficient and service minded. On top of matters from over all perspectives and down to details. A pleasure to work with and a very good help in long-term projects with her assistance to the project manager, not only on the legal side but also for her administration and for moving projects forward.”

Selin Bayar

“Selin's relentless approach to problem solving, ethical view and her knowledge in the clients' need is impeccable.”