Strategic Solutions and Compliance in Competition Law
As economic activities diversify in today’s free-market economy, competition law is gaining increasing visibility and strategic importance. Evolving rapidly to keep pace with technological and economic shifts, competition law continues to develop through new concepts—offering companies both opportunities and risks. At Türeli & Ceylan, we adopt a client-focused, proactive approach to navigating this dynamic legal field.
Our team provides precise and strategic solutions to the complex and often unpredictable challenges of competition law. We deliver in-depth analyses and creative strategies from both Turkish and EU competition law perspectives in matters such as competition investigations, compliance programs, mergers and acquisitions, and the structuring of contractual and distribution systems.
Competition Investigations
Recognizing that any company operating in Turkey may be subject to a competition investigation, we emphasize the importance of being well-prepared. Our team effectively represents clients before the Turkish Competition Authority with sector-specific insights and technical analyses. We carefully manage litigation challenging authority decisions and work to protect our clients' rights throughout the process.
In allegations of anticompetitive conduct—such as coordinated actions, price fixing, or territorial and customer restrictions—we ensure that the right legal strategy is adopted and that all necessary elements are presented thoroughly, knowing that such factors directly affect the outcome. In managing the unique dynamics of competition law files, we focus on delivering clear and predictable responses.
Abuse of Dominance
Companies in a dominant market position are closely monitored by competition authorities. We understand that even the smallest commercial move by such companies can lead to complaints. At Türeli & Ceylan, we provide preventive legal counseling to help clients manage risks associated with their market power while shaping their business practices with care and without unnecessary constraints.
We offer strategic legal solutions to companies operating in highly regulated sectors such as banking, energy, and telecommunications. With in-depth knowledge of the corporate cultures and operational models of our clients, we guide them along a path that satisfies market demands while maintaining legal certainty.
Mergers and Acquisitions
In mergers and acquisitions, structuring the competition law process correctly is vital to preserving the anticipated value of the transaction. Today, issues such as minority share transfers, information exchange risks, and joint venture structures are becoming increasingly significant in competition reviews.
At Türeli & Ceylan, we evaluate M&A transactions from a competition law perspective from the outset—identifying potential risks early and managing the process with proactive strategies. Our primary goal is to eliminate uncertainties that could jeopardize our clients’ reputations or increase costs, ensuring smooth execution of the transaction.
Competition Compliance Programs and Training
In the ever-evolving landscape of competition law, we offer our clients an innovative perspective informed by academic research and global practice. We closely follow current decisions and doctrines from the European Union and the United States, contributing to the evolution of Turkish competition law.
The Türeli & Ceylan Competition Compliance Program offers a practical and sustainable framework tailored to the sector-specific needs of each company. Our goal is to help clients adopt competition compliance not merely as a legal obligation, but as a principle of sound corporate governance—empowering them to operate securely and efficiently.
At Türeli & Ceylan, we continue to support our clients’ competition law journey with a forward-looking and strategic approach—ensuring they move forward with confidence and success.