International Legal Support & Investment
International legal relationships often require the simultaneous assessment of the laws, court systems and practices of more than one country.
Cross-Border Legal Coordination
A property abroad, a contract with a foreign company, an inheritance left in another country or a family dispute spanning borders — all may require coordinated legal work alongside proceedings in Turkey.
Dr. Faruk Özkan combines his doctoral expertise in private international law with a network of law firms and attorneys abroad to advise individuals and companies on their international legal needs and to coordinate cross-border proceedings.
Working from Urla and İzmir, we place particular emphasis on ensuring that clients are kept clearly informed throughout the process, that the right local attorney is engaged for each matter, and that the scope of services is agreed at the outset.
Support in Cross-Border Disputes
When a legal problem arises in a foreign country, the first question is which court or authority to approach and which country's law applies. Deadlines, evidence, costs and the enforceability of any decision in other countries must also be considered.
Preliminary assessment of the dispute and review of available legal remedies in the relevant country.
Establishing contact with local attorneys and conveying the legal framework of the file.
Preparing contracts, correspondence, payment documents and other evidence for the file.
Evaluating pre-litigation notice, negotiation and settlement options.
Coordinating litigation, enforcement and other proceedings in the relevant country with local attorneys.
Joint planning of proceedings that must be conducted simultaneously in Turkey and abroad.
Assessing recognition, enforcement and execution of foreign court and arbitral awards in Turkey.
Working with local attorneys to apply foreign judgments obtained in Turkey.
Opinions on the law of the relevant foreign country and representation requiring professional authorisation in that country are undertaken by authorised attorneys in the relevant jurisdiction. The scope of services and the responsibilities of the parties are agreed at the outset based on the nature of the matter.
Legal Planning for Overseas Investments
When investing abroad, it is not enough to consider only the purchase price or expected return. The structure of the investment, the content of contracts, ownership and partnership arrangements, financing and exit conditions all matter.
Company Formation & Partnerships
Setting up companies abroad, joining existing companies, share transfers, shareholder agreements, management authority and signatory arrangements.
Real Estate Investments
Legal review of residential, commercial, land or project acquisitions: title records, encumbrances, use conditions, lease arrangements and contracts through local attorneys.
Business Acquisitions
Legal due diligence before acquiring a business or company; review of existing liabilities, contracts, employment relationships and potential disputes.
Investment & Financing Agreements
Drafting or reviewing agreements for capital participation, joint ventures, security, debt and financing arrangements.
Management & Exit
Decision-making mechanisms between partners, profit distribution, share sales, exit arrangements and dispute resolution clauses.
Countries Covered
Legal support is organised through our network of law firms and attorneys in the following countries, in accordance with the subject matter and local professional authorisation requirements.
How We Work
Initial Assessment
The relevant countries, parties, available documents, key dates and legal needs are identified.
Local Legal Review
Work is carried out with the attorney or law firm in the relevant country to the extent required by the file. Available remedies, deadlines, document requirements and likely costs are assessed.
Scope of Services
The tasks to be undertaken in Turkey and abroad, the roles of the attorneys, fees and communication arrangements are clarified.
Execution
Document preparation, contract review, applications and dispute resolution proceedings are followed up in a coordinated manner.
Reporting
Developments, legal options and matters requiring a decision are communicated to the client based on information received from local attorneys.
For Your International Legal Needs
We can discuss your cross-border legal matter in Turkish, English or German.