Semih Sander

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.

Clients

Semih Sander advises a wide range of clients across the shipping, maritime, transport, and corporate sectors, including:

- Shipowners, operators, and charterers

- International and domestic banks and financial institutions

- Commodities traders, holding companies, and corporate group entities

- Investment firms and international trade companies

His clients value his strategic guidance, deep sector knowledge, and pragmatic approach, which ensure that their interests are protected in complex transactions, regulatory matters, and dispute resolution proceedings.

Industry Sector Expertise

Semih Sander brings extensive experience advising clients across the maritime, shipping, transport, and corporate finance sectors. His sector expertise includes:

- Shipping & Maritime: Advising shipowners, operators, and charterers on ship registration, charter parties, bills of lading, maritime claims, and regulatory compliance under international and local shipping laws.

-Transport & Logistics: Legal guidance on transport operations, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution in shipping and freight services.

-Corporate & Commercial: Supporting holding companies, group entities, and commercial clients with company formation, corporate governance, joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, and commercial contracts.

-Banking & Finance: Advising international and domestic banks on financing arrangements, corporate loans, and structured transactions in the shipping and transport sectors.

-Dispute Resolution: Representing clients in arbitration, mediation, and litigation involving shipping, transport, corporate, and financial matters.

Semih is recognized for his pragmatic approach, deep sector knowledge, and ability to deliver commercially viable solutions, helping clients navigate complex transactions and regulatory challenges efficiently.

Languages Spoken

Semih Sander 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.