Corporate & Commercial
Business Lawyer in Turkey
Company formation, commercial contracts and shareholder disputes for foreign investors and companies in Turkey.
Foreign investors entering the Turkish market face the same Turkish Commercial Code as domestic companies, with equal treatment under Law No. 4875 — but the practical steps (MERSİS registration, document apostille and translation, choosing between a subsidiary and a branch office) are where most delays happen.
Legalwise advises on company formation, drafts and reviews commercial contracts, and represents companies and shareholders in disputes, from single-transaction matters to ongoing corporate counsel.
- Company formation guidance for foreign individual and corporate shareholders, including the branch (Şube) alternative
- Commercial contract drafting and review under Turkish Commercial Code requirements
- Shareholder and general assembly dispute representation
- Ongoing corporate counsel arrangements for companies with a continuing presence in Turkey
Turkish Legal Matters We Assist With
Team Members Working with International Clients
The lawyers below communicate directly with clients in English or French, in addition to Turkish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do foreign investors need a Turkish partner to set up a company in Turkey?
No — under Turkish law, a foreign individual or company can establish a company alone, with no requirement for a Turkish partner or minimum local shareholding.
What is the difference between setting up a subsidiary and a branch office in Turkey?
A subsidiary is a separate Turkish legal entity, while a branch office (Şube) is not legally distinct from its foreign parent company; the right structure depends on your liability, tax and operational goals.
Legalwise is a law firm based in Ankara, Turkey. Our services concern Turkish law and legal matters requiring action in Turkey. Matters governed by another country's law may require coordination with locally qualified counsel in that jurisdiction. Legalwise does not have offices in France, Belgium, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada or any other country, and our lawyers are admitted to Turkish bar associations.