ONGUR & PARTNERS: Ankara Law Firm for Turkish and International Legal Matters

With more than 20 years of experience, 1,000+ international clients and legal services provided across more than 40 countries, ONGUR & PARTNERS assists clients in navigating Türkiye’s legal and regulatory environment. The firm provides legal services in Turkish, English and Italian, helping international clients understand Turkish legal procedures and address their legal matters within a broader commercial and cross-border context.

The firm is led by Av. Dr. Arzu ONGUR, Ph.D., an Ankara lawyer and legal academic with professional experience in competition law, international arbitration, commercial law and alternative dispute resolution. Dr. ONGUR represents the Union of Turkish Bar Associations before the International Bar Association and serves as a Board Member of the Arbitration Centre of the Union of Turkish Bar Associations.

Choosing an Ankara law firm for a significant investment, commercial transaction or dispute requires more than knowledge of legislation. International clients also need clear communication, commercial awareness and practical guidance through Turkish legal and regulatory procedures. ONGUR & PARTNERS works with clients to identify legal risks, assess available options and develop appropriate legal strategies for their specific circumstances. For international clients seeking an experienced lawyer in Turkey, the firm provides practical and strategic legal assistance tailored to their specific needs.

Corporate and Commercial Legal Services in Ankara

As the capital of Türkiye, Ankara is home to ministries, regulatory authorities, administrative bodies, public institutions and major companies operating in regulated sectors. For businesses whose activities involve government authorities, public tenders, regulated industries or administrative procedures, having an Ankara law firm familiar with the country’s institutional and legal environment can be particularly valuable.

ONGUR & PARTNERS advises domestic and international companies on corporate and commercial matters, including commercial contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, company establishment and restructuring, foreign investment, market entry, licensing, distribution agreements, agency relationships and shareholder disputes.

The firm’s Ankara lawyers also represent clients before Turkish courts, administrative authorities and arbitral tribunals. Legal support may include commercial negotiations, administrative applications, litigation, arbitration, mediation, enforcement proceedings and other dispute-resolution processes.

International Arbitration and Complex Disputes

International arbitration is one of the principal practice areas of ONGUR & PARTNERS. The firm assists clients in disputes arising from international contracts, foreign investments, construction and infrastructure projects, energy operations, distribution relationships, public tenders and cross-border commercial transactions.

The firm’s arbitration services include pre-dispute legal assessment, jurisdiction and applicable-law analysis, preparation of claims and defences, representation in arbitration proceedings, settlement negotiations, mediation, interim measures and the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in Türkiye.

Each dispute is assessed according to its legal, commercial and sector-specific circumstances, with the objective of developing a clear and effective legal strategy. 

Foreign Investment and Market Entry in Türkiye

ONGUR & PARTNERS assists international investors and companies seeking to establish or expand their operations in Türkiye. The firm provides legal advice concerning foreign direct investment, company formation, licensing, regulatory requirements, commercial structures, acquisitions and ongoing corporate operations.

For international clients entering the Turkish market, the firm provides practical guidance on the legal and regulatory issues that may arise during market entry and investment processes.

Our Core Practice Areas

• International Arbitration & Litigation
• Corporate & Commercial Law
• Foreign Investment, Market Entry, Company Formation & Licensing
• International Criminal Law
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
• Cross-Border Debt Collection & Enforcement
• Real Estate Investments & International Inheritance Law
• Citizenship by Investment (CBI)
• Banking, Private Banking Solutions & Project Finance
• Government Contracts & Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Projects

English-Speaking Lawyers Serving International Clients

ONGUR & PARTNERS provides legal services in Turkish, English and Italian. Its multilingual team assists international clients who require legal advice in Türkiye while working with foreign law firms, financial advisers, academics, technical experts and other professional advisers where coordinated cross-border assistance is required.

The firm’s strong Italian practice also supports clients and businesses dealing with legal matters involving Türkiye and Italy.

Legal Support Across Türkiye

Although ONGUR & PARTNERS is based in Ankara, the firm advises and represents clients in legal matters throughout Türkiye. Its international practice serves companies, investors and institutions whose Turkish legal matters may involve multiple jurisdictions, complex commercial relationships or significant regulatory considerations.

At ONGUR & PARTNERS, we are committed to providing practical, business-oriented legal solutions with high standards of professionalism, integrity and responsiveness. We do not simply represent our clients; we aim to become their trusted long-term legal and strategic partner in Türkiye.