History
Gunduz opened its doors in 2009. Since then, Gunduz has facilitated the success of businesses in all core areas of law. Our aim is to bring an exceptional level of enthusiasm, dedication, and nuanced perspective that makes our firm the holistic solution for all clients.
Prior to establishing Gunduz Legal, for more than twenty years Gunduz conducted his own legal practice and worked at major Istanbul law firms, where he was heading the Dispute Resolution and Corporate Practice Groups.
Gunduz has extensive knowledge and experience in complex commercial litigation, corporate law, commercial law, employment law and competition law.
In addition to his distinguished law practice, Gunduz also teaches civil procedure law and enforcement & bankruptcy law at universities and maintains a strong connection with jurisprudence.
Attorneys
Partner
Dr. Okan Gunduz
From working at Herguner Bilgen Ozeke to opening his own practice in 2009, Gunduz has represented clients large and small and individuals for nearly 20 years and has hands-on experience in all fields of dispute resolution and commercial law. Gunduz speaks in Turkish and English. He is also admitted as a solicitor in England & Wales and as an attorney in New York State,USA.
Education
Marmara University, Institute of Social Sciences, Ph.D. in Private Law, 2009
Golden Gate University, LL.M. in International Legal Studies, 2002
Marmara University Faculty of Law, LL.B., 1998
Activities & Affiliations
Admitted to Istanbul Bar Association (2000)
Admitted to Law Society of England & Wales (2021)
Admitted to New York State Bar (2024)
Okan University School of Law, Lecturer in Civil Procedure and Enforcement & Bankruptcy
International Bar Association
Advanced Advocacy Skills and Legal Drafting, DIFC Academy of Law, Dubai 2018
Author of the Book, Case Management in Civil Procedure in light of the Anglo-American Law, 2009