The Advantage of Working With a Corporate Lawyer Who Has International Experience

In today’s global economy, companies—whether local or international—face complex legal processes that require not only knowledge of Turkish corporate law but also a deep understanding of international business culture and the dynamics of foreign-owned companies.

Having lived in France for 20 years, completed my education there, and worked in the automotive, defense, aerospace, and mining (marble–tile) industries before becoming a lawyer, I bring a unique combination of legal expertise and real-sector experience to the companies I advise.

This background allows me to provide effective corporate and managerial consultancy to:

• Foreign-owned companies,
• Turkish companies with foreign partners,
• International firms with headquarters abroad but representatives or branches in Turkey,
• Businesses engaged in cross-border trade.

As a lawyer who speaks French, English, and Spanish, I manage the legal, contractual, and compliance processes of multinational companies much faster and far more efficiently.

1. Company Formation and Structuring

The legal foundation of a company is established at the time of incorporation. Mistakes made at this stage can lead to serious financial and legal problems in the future.

Services Provided:

• Determining the correct company type (JSC, LLC, branch, liaison office)
• Establishing partnership structures and capital models
• Drafting the articles of association
• Preparing regulations for foreign shareholders
• Managing Trade Registry, tax office, and official procedures
• Guiding foreign investors through company formation in Turkey

With long-term experience in France and Europe, I help foreign investors navigate Turkish legal and administrative processes safely and efficiently.

2. Commercial Contracts and Contract Management

Commercial contracts constitute the backbone of business relationships. Poorly drafted contracts often result in costly disputes.

Types of contracts I prepare or review:

• Sales and supply agreements
• Distribution agreements
• Franchise agreements
• Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA)
• Partnership and shareholder agreements
• Bilingual contracts for international companies
• Service and consultancy agreements

Thanks to my understanding of French and European business culture, I ensure that foreign-invested companies are protected by internationally compliant, legally secure, and strategically structured contracts.

3. Commercial Disputes and Litigation Management

Companies inevitably encounter legal disputes during their operations. A well-planned legal strategy significantly reduces financial and reputational damage.

Common corporate disputes include:

• Collection and debt claims
• Unfair competition
• Contract breaches
• Distributor and dealer conflicts
• Partner/shareholder disputes
• Objections to board decisions
• Labor-law related disputes

A corporate lawyer’s role is not only to litigate—but to prevent legal disputes before they arise.

4. Consultancy for Foreign-Owned and International Companies

This section is particularly aligned with your professional profile.

With my international background and multilingual skills:

• I manage the entire legal process of foreign-owned companies in Turkey,
• Handle contract negotiations and compliance for companies operating with France, Europe, or Latin America,
• Support international companies with branches, representative offices, or subsidiaries in Turkey.

As a lawyer fluent in French, English, and Spanish, I offer significant advantages in:

• Contract negotiations
• Cross-border communication
• International compliance
• Commercial correspondence
• Drafting bilingual legal documents

Additionally, having lived and worked in France allows me to understand:

• French business culture,
• Administrative structure,
• Contractual expectations,
• Corporate governance models

This is why foreign companies and investors frequently choose to work with me for safe, compliant, and well-structured operations in Turkey.

5. Corporate Legal Consultancy 

Businesses require continuous legal support to minimize risks and maintain operational efficiency.

Ongoing consultancy includes:

• Drafting and reviewing contracts
• Collection and enforcement procedures
• Employment law consultancy
• KVKK (Turkish data protection law) compliance
• International trade legal consultancy
• Shareholder and governance structuring
• Commercial and tax risk analysis

International companies also benefit from:

• Bilingual agreements
• Guidance on foreign investment regulations
• Company establishment/closure procedures
• Turkey–France/Europe commercial compliance consultancy

6. KVKK and Data Protection Compliance

Data protection is now one of the most critical obligations for modern companies.

Non-compliance with KVKK may lead to:

• Heavy administrative fines
• Reputational damage
• Loss of clients or business partners

As part of KVKK compliance, I provide:

• Data processing inventories
• Privacy notices
• Employee training
• Corporate data-security structuring
• Risk assessment

Corporate success is built on a strong legal foundation.

With 20 years of life experience in France, multilingual capability (French–English–Spanish), strong private-sector background, and corporate law expertise, I offer:

✔ Legal consultancy for foreign-invested companies.
✔ Professional guidance for international corporations.
✔ Compliance and structuring for foreign companies operating in Turkey.
✔ High-quality legal strategy for multinational business models.

Working with a corporate lawyer who understands both the Turkish legal system and international business culture is the key to sustainable and safe corporate growth.

Aykut YAVUZ, Attorney at Law