Turkish Labor and Employment Law 

Akkas & Associates Law Firm's Labor and Employment Law Group represents employers in connection with virtually every aspect of the employment relationship. Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys regularly represent both public and private-sector employers, both unionized and union-free, in administrative proceedings, arbitration, and in litigation before Turkish courts.

Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys have experience in all aspects of federal and state labor laws. We represent employers in dealing with unions in collective bargaining and arbitration, and in defense of unfair labor practice charges and other matters administered by the National Labor Relations Board and relevant state agencies. Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys also have experience representing employers in union organizing campaigns, elections, and representation proceedings.

Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys are also experienced in all aspects of state equal opportunity law. We draft policies and employee handbooks and conduct training for management and for entire workforces in the areas of discrimination and sexual harassment. Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys have successfully represented employers in proceedings before agencies having jurisdiction over discrimination cases in Turkey.

Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys have assisted clients with reductions in force and structuring voluntary separation packages. Akkas & Associates Law Firm also has experience in negotiating and drafting individual employment agreements, separation agreements, and non-compete agreements.

Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys frequently provide lectures to human resource professionals and attorneys on a wide range of subjects related to the employment relationship. Perhaps most important, Akkas & Associates Law Firm attorneys provide their clients with day-to-day counseling. In so doing, we assist employers in maintaining compliance with applicable laws and avoiding litigation by dealing with employees effectively and fairly within the bounds of the law.