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Provided by Kolcuoğlu Demirkan Koçaklı Attorneys at Law

Kolcuoğlu Demirkan Koçaklı represents Turkish and foreign clients in a broad range of multi-layered and cross-border disputes before arbitral tribunals under both institutional and ad hoc arbitration rules.

The Firm adopts a tailored approach designed to best suit its clients’ needs, with a particular focus on achieving efficient and commercially sound settlement solutions whenever possible. This approach is consistently valued by clients, who over time recognize that the Firm’s lawyers act with a strong commitment to protecting their interests.

The team represents several clients in arbitration proceedings conducted under a wide range of arbitral rules, including those of leading international and regional institutions, as well as post-arbitration proceedings including enforcement and set-aside lawsuits. Members of the team are also regularly appointed as arbitrators in both domestic and international arbitration proceedings, further strengthening the Firm’s standing within the arbitration community.

The Firm currently has a 100% success rate in arbitration and has never lost an enforcement lawsuit, covering the enforcement of both foreign arbitral awards and foreign court judgments.

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Arbitration - Turkey

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Kolcuoğlu Demirkan Koçaklı Attorneys at Law is a strong practice with experience representing international clients in arbitration proceedings. The team represents clients in arbitration cases relating to corporate, construction and financial issues.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Okan Demirkan
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Okan Demirkan
Head of Arbitration
2
Band 2

Okan Demirkan has solid experience in handling arbitration proceedings under LCIA and ICC rules. He is particularly well placed to assist clients with construction disputes.

Okan Demirkan is a very accomplished lawyer in Turkey and one of the go-to people for arbitration.

He is a quick thinker and a highly articulate lawyer, excelling as a spokesperson with strong advocacy skills and legal expertise.

Okan is my go-to lawyer in Turkey. He is charming, commercially astute and technically excellent.

He is smart, pragmatic and dedicated to the case and client.

Cihan Mercan
Cihan Mercan
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Cihan Mercan is well versed in representing clients in arbitrations under ISTAC, ICC and LCIA rules.

He is available and always takes every task extremely seriously.

His work is comprehensive and meticulously detailed, reflecting a deep understanding of both the legal and practical aspects of matters.

Cihan provides an exceptional work product, timely execution, tactful communications and reliable advice.

Cihan Mercan is a brilliant lawyer. He has deep knowledge and you can count on him.

He is definitely a rising star with a sound future.

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Okan Demirkan
2
Okan Demirkan
Head of Arbitration
2
Band 2
Cihan Mercan
Cihan Mercan
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Aslı Fanus Kalmaz

Cansu Doğan

Okan Demirkan

Okan Demirkan

Head of Department

İrem Erbil

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