Contract Law in Turkey

Legally sound contracts for your business in Turkey

Contract Law in Turkey

Contracts form the basis of commercial relationships and determine the allocation of rights, obligations and economic risks. Cross-border transactions also require careful consideration of Turkish law, language and international business practice.

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Contracts form the basis of commercial relationships and determine the allocation of rights, obligations and economic risks. Cross-border transactions also require careful consideration of Turkish law, language and international business practice.

Dedeoğlu Partner advises companies and private clients on drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts relating to Turkey. We focus on clear, practical provisions tailored to the purpose of each transaction.

Advice and communication are available in English, German and Turkish.

Key questions for contracts relating to Turkey

We assess the legal and commercial framework and develop an appropriate contractual structure together with our clients.

  • Which law applies to the contract?
  • Which courts or dispute-resolution mechanism should be agreed?
  • Are individual clauses enforceable under Turkish law?
  • What payment, liability and security risks exist?
  • How can the contract be amended or terminated?
  • How can claims arising from a breach be enforced?

Contract drafting and review

  • Drafting and revising commercial agreements
  • Reviewing existing contract drafts
  • Adapting foreign agreements to Turkish law
  • Preparing bilingual contract versions

Negotiation, performance and termination

  • Legal support during contract negotiations
  • Drafting liability, payment and security clauses
  • Advice on governing law and jurisdiction
  • Support with amendments, termination and breach of contract

Contract disputes

  • Out-of-court assertion and defence of claims
  • Settlement negotiations
  • Representation in litigation arising from contracts

Contracts for international clients

We support international companies and private clients entering into agreements with Turkish counterparties. Our advice combines Turkish legal requirements with the practical needs of cross-border business.

Clients receive a clear assessment of the main contractual risks and practical recommendations for the next steps.

Send us your draft contract and a short description of the planned transaction. We will review how we can support you under Turkish law.

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