Selçuk Esenyel

Practice Areas

• Maritime and Transportation Law – covering all aspects of dry and wet shipping, cargo claims, charter party disputes, marine insurance, ship arrest, collisions, and ship finance.

• Corporate, Commercial, and M&A – encompassing corporate governance, company incorporations, mergers and acquisitions, and contractual law.

• Banking and Finance – including asset finance, capital markets, and financial restructuring.

• Aviation Law – covering finance, leasing, regulatory compliance, and aviation disputes.

• Dispute Resolution and Arbitration – with extensive experience in cross-border and multi-jurisdictional litigation.

• Insurance, Energy, Real Estate, Employment, and IP Law, alongside Data Protection and Competition Law, form integral parts of the firm’s full-service capabilities.

Professional Memberships

• Turkish Chamber of Shipping

• Turkish Shipbuilders Association

• Istanbul Bar Association Maritime Law Commission

• BIMCO Documentary Committee

Industry Sector Expertise

Selçuk Esenyel is a highly regarded lawyer specializing in maritime and admiralty law, with extensive experience advising shipowners, operators, and maritime businesses on complex legal and commercial matters. He is recognized for his expertise in ship registration, charter parties, bills of lading, maritime claims, liens, and compliance with both international conventions and local maritime regulations.

Selçuk also advises on shipping and marine operations, including vessel finance, ship management agreements, crew employment, and port operations, ensuring clients navigate operational and regulatory challenges effectively.

In addition, he provides strategic guidance in corporate and commercial law, supporting commodity and logistics companies with company formation, joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, and commercial contracts. His experience extends to international trade and logistics law, advising on import/export compliance and cross-border dispute resolution.

Renowned for his strength in dispute resolution, Selçuk represents clients in arbitration, mediation, and court proceedings, with a particular focus on maritime claims, charter disputes, cargo claims, and admiralty litigation. He also advises on marine insurance and risk management, helping clients mitigate potential exposures in complex shipping operations.

Clients value Selçuk for his deep sector knowledge, practical approach, and ability to provide clear, commercially-oriented solutions in high-stakes maritime and shipping matters.

Clients

Selçuk Esenyel advises a diverse range of clients across the maritime, shipping, and transportation sectors, including shipowners, operators, charterers, financiers, insurers, and port authorities. His practice also encompasses commodities traders, holding companies, and corporate group entities, as well as international trade companies and shipping service providers.

Clients value his practical guidance, deep legal knowledge, and ability to navigate complex regulatory, transactional, and operational challenges, ensuring their interests are protected in both commercial dealings and dispute resolution matters.

Languages Spoken

At Esenyel Partners – Lawyers & Consultants, Selçuk Esenyel and the team serve clients across jurisdictions, leveraging fluency in multiple languages to provide seamless, cross-border legal support. Languages spoken include:

-Turkish

- English

- German

- Arabic

- French

-Italian

-Russian

This multilingual capability allows the firm to work effectively with clients and partners worldwide, handling complex maritime, commercial, and corporate matters with clarity and precision.