We advise domestic and international traders, suppliers, buyers, financial institutions and other market participants on commercial, regulatory and contentious matters arising from the trade and movement of commodities. Our experience covers soft and hard commodities and combines commercial and contractual advice with an understanding of the customs, regulatory and transport issues that frequently arise in cross-border trade. We advise clients from the negotiation and performance of transactions through to disputes and recovery, with particular experience in matters involving gasoil products.
Commodity Trading & Commercial Contracts
We advise on the drafting, negotiation and performance of sale and purchase agreements for soft and hard commodities, as well as distribution, agency, supply, storage and rental arrangements. Our work covers contractual issues relating to delivery, price and payment, quality and quantity, title and risk, inspection, force majeure, default and termination. We also advise on the contractual implications of regulatory and logistical issues affecting the performance of commodity transactions.
Trade & Commodity Disputes
We represent buyers, sellers, traders and other market participants in disputes arising from commodity transactions and international sale contracts. Our experience includes claims relating to non-delivery and delayed delivery, quality and quantity, contamination and shortage, payment, contractual performance and termination.We act before the Turkish courts and arbitral tribunals and work alongside international counsel in cross-border disputes involving Turkish law, counterparties or assets in Türkiye.
Trade Finance & Payment
We advise banks, traders and other market participants on letters of credit and other payment instruments used in international trade. Our work includes documentary and payment issues, discrepancies, non-payment and disputes arising from trade finance and payment arrangements.
Customs, Sanctions & Regulatory
We advise local and international clients on customs, import and export requirements, transit regimes, licensing, taxes and duties and other regulatory matters affecting the operation, sale and storage of commodities. Our work also includes advice on trade sanctions and restrictions affecting cross-border transactions. We have particular experience in customs and regulatory matters relating to gasoil products.