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Maral started with Kolcuoğlu Demirkan Koçaklı at its inception in 2006. She leads the firm’s employment law and data privacy law practices. She advises multinational companies on all contentious and uncontentious aspects of employment law from hiring to termination, as well as on collective labor law-related matters. Maral has conducted negotiations with trade unions at both domestic and international levels. She excels in employment projects with an emphasis on personal data privacy.

She also provides legal advice to a wide range of domestic and multinational companies acting in various sectors, including retail, electronics, insurance, media, e-commerce, technology, manufacturing and automotive, on corporate governance, commercial law and contracts-related matters.

We congratulate Maral and look forward to her continued success as partner in our growing firm.

Earlier this month, Serhan Koçaklı spoke at three separate career events organized by Bilkent University Law Community, ELSA Turkey and Koç University Law Club. He held constructive talks where he shared detailed information about our firm and practice areas, as well as his experience.

In addition to his recognition as a Future Leader in Arbitration twice in recent years, Okan Demirkan has now been recognized as a “Global Leader” in the international arbitration world by Who's Who Legal and Global Arbitration Review. Please click to read his profile published by Who’s Who Legal.

On 17 November 2021, Okan Demirkan spoke of the "Achilles Heel of Companies: Employee Abuse'' Webinar organized by Ethics and Reputation Society (TEİD). Please click to watch this webinar.
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“Kolcuoğlu Demirkan Koçaklı has a strong practice in big-ticket infrastructure projects Team head Okan Demirkan has developed a specialism in advising on Turkey’s burgeoning nuclear sector.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2020
“The team has worked at a very high level right from the start. Queries and comments are implemented very quickly.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“[…] represents lenders in financing transactions and lending facilities. Clients describe […] as "smart and measured" and also praise his contribution to key negotiations.”
CHAMBERS GLOBAL, 2020
“[…] has a strong track record acting on acquisition finance and restructuring mandates for both lenders and borrowers.”
CHAMBERS GLOBAL, 2018
“The team includes experienced, well educated and focused lawyers in their areas. Especially, ex-experts from the competition board as consultant makes the team one step forward.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“They impressed us with their technical knowledge, commercial awareness and mental agility."
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2020
“The team members are incredibly responsive and excellent communicators who clearly set forth the law and one’s options about how to proceed in Turkey.”
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2018
“All round commercial and corporate team, very knowledgeable and experienced individuals.” “Fast response, even on weekends and holidays, pragmatic approach with a business mindset. […] Advice is practical, to the point and understandable for the non-lawyers.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“[…] lauds the team's "great communication skills, ability to explain complex topics in layman's language and always deliver within a deadline."
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2020
“The partners spend a lot of time with the client and are on top of details, not like other law firms where you only see the partners in critical meetings.”
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2017
“[…] quick, to-the-point and high-quality clear advice – very flexible and very reliable.” “[…] very hard-working, never misses a detail, has no time limitations to contact, high level of reactivity.” “[…] excellent command of English, deep and reliable knowledge of Turkish law, experienced in international arbitration, dedicated.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“The individuals take their job very seriously and do not need a second reminder when you have agreed on an assignment.” “[…] are excellent in terms of preparation, management of the case to reach the best outcomes.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2020
“The firm's efficiency, their commitment to delivering quality work and their determination to understanding the client is what draws us to continue working with them in the future."
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2020
“[…] possesses energy, excellent expertise and a convincing courtroom presence.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2019
“They are responsive and respond quickly to urgent requests. They provide good quality advice which sets out the key issues, they identify the options, and they give a recommendation for what to do next. Their advice is clear and easy to understand.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“The team’s strength is that they are super responsive and meet very tight deadlines. The team is also very client-oriented in a sense that they provide very practical advice.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“The lawyers are efficient, knowledgeable, timely and very clear in their responses."
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2020
“Timely responses and flexibility on working hours are the essential key strength of the company and associates.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“[…] the team is mindful of the business needs of clients.” “[…] their response time is quick.” “[…] all the lawyers are very technically experienced.”
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2021
“[…] very professional, knowledgeable and client-oriented team […].”
THE LEGAL 500, 2019
“[…] considerable experience working with international teams on multi-jurisdictional matters, commercially focused and pragmatic approach to looking for settlements.” “Well educated associates, researching and investigating the subjects in depth, being really into related sector and experienced associates make a great contribution to their clients.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“KDK’s compliance practice stands out compared because of the team’s deep expertise and impeccable judgment. KDK knows its clients and their business, and the applicable regulatory environment, and they provide top notch representation and advice to achieve the optimal solution, while still being mindful of cost.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“The practice combines quality legal advice with strong client handling skills.” “‘The KDK lawyers are easy to work with, and focused on creating solutions that are in the clients’ interest.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2020
“The lawyers know what is going on in the market, are very responsive and quick, and give us alternative solutions."
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2020
“Hands-on approach and willingness to go the extra mile to give the best service.”
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2018
“They think from the business’s perspective rather than just sticking to legal matters and not seeing the big picture.”
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2017
“Their legal knowledge and experience in M&A transactions compares to no other law firm. The firm has a knack of training each and every associate and hone in their skills into becoming a practical, diligent, commercially minded lawyer. This is very impressive. Each and every associate is almost just as qualified as a partner.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“In-depth industry knowledge, accessible, great communication skills, they value team work and all work is delivered on time.” “‘They are very diligent and have a pro-deal attitude.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2020
“[…] is solution-oriented, analytical and provides the right alternatives to complex situations by finding a common ground for both parties."
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2020
"The firm provided a lot of useful information and presented it in a format that was accessible and easy to understand."
IFLR 1000, 2019
“Professional service, accurate and up-to-date information and alternative risk assessment approach distinguish this company from others.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“The house style is pragmatic, unpretentious and friendly, whilst being results-oriented.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2020
“Kolcuoğlu Demirkan Koçaklı is adept at handling […] and data protection. […] Other clients include Duracell, Marubeni Corporation and Marsh & McLennan Companies.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2019
“It's really easy to work with them.”
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2017
“The firm fulfilled all our wishes in the desired time frame. First of all they have presented the map of the actual status, the alternative ways to tackle the problems and the possible solutions. Then in addition to the legal approach, they also used their consultancy proficiency to enlighten us to make the right decisions.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“It’s a young, passionate and dynamic team. When we work in a project together, they behave like someone from our company and that creates confident from our side.”
THE LEGAL 500, 2021
“[…] very good relationship partner," "strong expertise, communication skills and practical approach."
CHAMBERS EUROPE, 2020
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