Aslan & Duran — Turkey

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- FIRM OVERVIEW: Aslan Duran Law Firm Aslan Duran Law Firm is a prominent, full-service legal practice based in Ankara, Turkey, recognized for its comprehensive capacity in handling complex litigation and high-value consultancy projects. Moving beyond a boutique structure, the firm has established itself as a significant mid-sized powerhouse, leveraging a robust team of over 15 legal professionals to provide high-caliber services across a diverse range of legal disciplines. The firm distinguishes itself through a unique fusion of deep-rooted judicial insight and modern strategic advocacy. Founded and led by partners with distinguished backgrounds in the Turkish judiciary, Aslan Duran offers an unparalleled "bench perspective." This judicial DNA allows the firm to navigate the complexities of the legal system with a predictive edge, formulating robust litigation strategies that align with the inner workings of judicial decision-making. Strategically located in the heart of the capital, near the supreme courts and administrative authorities, the firm serves as a reliable solution partner for national and international clients, combining its extensive human capital with technical excellence to deliver results-oriented legal solutions. - Core Strengths & Philosophies Judicial Insight: With founding partners drawing from their experience on the bench, the firm provides clients with a deep understanding of judicial reasoning, ensuring that every case is prepared with the court’s ultimate perspective in mind. Strategic Solution Partnership: Beyond traditional legal representation, Aslan Duran operates as a strategic partner, focusing on preventive law to mitigate risks before they escalate into costly disputes. Technical Excellence: The firm leverages modern legal technologies and academic rigor to handle complex cases in corporate law, administrative law, and international dispute resolution. - Main Practice Areas Dispute Resolution & Litigation: Handling high-stakes civil, administrative, and criminal litigation with a focus on procedural precision. Corporate & Commercial Law: Advising national and international companies on governance, contracts, and regulatory compliance. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR): Expert mediation services led by certified mediators, providing efficient and confidential out-of-court settlements. Administrative & Tax Law: Navigating complex regulatory landscapes and representing clients in disputes against governmental entities. - Key Practitioners Yasemin Berna Aslanbay (Founding Partner): Specializing in corporate advisory and strategic litigation management. Şerife Duran (Founding Partner): Former Judge. Expert in dispute resolution and a certified mediator, bringing extensive judicial experience to the firm’s litigation practice. - Location & Reach (Konum ve Erişim) Headquartered in the heart of Ankara (Çankaya/Ambrossia Plaza), the firm is strategically positioned near the Supreme Courts and administrative centers of Turkey. While rooted in the capital, Aslan Duran maintains a robust network that allows for seamless legal service delivery across all major Turkish cities and international jurisdictions. ### Languages - Türkçe - English ### Memberships - Ankara Bar Association - Department of Mediation, Ministry of Justice - YARGIDER - Association of Former Judges and Prosecutors - Union of Turkish Bar Associations ### Staffing Figures - 2 Founding Partner - 11 Associates / Attorneys - 1 Intern Lawyers - 2 Administrative Staff - 16 Total Staff

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Yasemin Berna ASLANBAY

Yasemin Berna Aslanbay is a Founding Partner at Aslan Duran Law Firm, where she spearheads the Corporate Consultancy and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) departments. As a certified Expert Mediator registered with the Ministry of Justice, she specializes in navigating complex disputes within Commercial, Employment, and Consumer Law, offering clients sophisticated out-of-court settlement strategies. Her role involves providing top-tier advisory services to national and international corporations, focusing on preventive law, contract management, and regulatory compliance. Combining her extensive legal expertise with a results-oriented approach, she ensures the firm’s clients receive robust legal protection and strategic guidance in diverse business environments. · Alternative Dispute Resolution

Şerife DURAN

Şerife Duran is a Founding Partner and the head of the Dispute Resolution & Litigation department at Aslan Duran Law Firm. With a distinguished career spanning over two decades, she brings an elite 'bench perspective' to the firm, having served as a Judge in various prestigious roles, including the Criminal Court of First Instance, Civil Court of Peace, and the 21st Civil Chamber of the Court of Cassation (Yargıtay). Her tenure at the Turkish Justice Academy further underscores her mastery of judicial procedures and legal doctrine. As a doctoral candidate with an LL.M. in European Union Law, she specializes in deconstructing complex uyuşmazlıklar through the lens of a former member of the judiciary, providing clients with unparalleled strategic foresight and meticulous procedural management in high-stakes litigation. · Dispute Resolution