TÜRKIYE Trends and Developments Contributed by: Faruk Aktay, Can Eken and Ayşe Müge Aktay, Aktay Law Firm
Curriculum reforms Law schools have upgraded their curricula to provide courses on changing legal trends includ- ing amongst others, technology in litigation, ADR practices and ESG compliance. They have done so to prepare the next generation of lawyers to face these types of litigation and service the rele- vant requirements of clients. There will be a high demand for programmes that provide hands-on training, internships, and exposures to real-life legal issues. Continuous professional development Legal professionals have to embark on con- tinuous professional development by updat- ing their awareness of current legal trends and technological changes. In this regard, bar asso- ciations and other legal institutions are offering workshops, seminars, and certification courses to upgrade the practical skills of lawyers. This lifelong learning culture has become critical in adjusting to the changing contours of the legal There have been some key trends in litigation in Türkiye in 2024. These trends have been driv- en by technological advancements, economic developments, and changes in social values. The digital transformation of the judiciary, the rise of ADR, and human rights and corporate responsibility have been setting the pace in dis- pute resolution in the country. profession. Conclusion Meanwhile, influences from global trends such as CSR and ESG considerations have added fur- ther complexity to the legal landscape. As Türkiye remains in the midst of these com- plex legal changes, continuous reforms and fluctuating public awareness presage a litiga- tion landscape that will always be changing and
of their activities beyond financial performance with respect to society and the environment. CSR Litigants are increasingly aware of rights, which include holding firms to account on matters per- taining to their CSR practices. Increased litiga- tion forcing businesses to be held to ethic-based standards and ethical practices is also increas- ing, which is perhaps an indication of altered public expectations on the way a business ought to conduct their operations. This will be particularly true for industries whose primary operations involve huge environmen- tal or social consequences and will therefore require that the businesses conduct their activi- ties in ways that would meet the expectations of key stakeholders. ESG factors in litigation Business application of ESG factors is increas- ingly being questioned and tested in the courts. Investors and stakeholders are using litigation to air their concerns about compliance with vari- ous measures of ESG standards, adding another degree of complexity to corporate litigation. For lawyers, this has meant specialisation in ESG- specific litigation as a means of preparation for what is expected to be more cases of this par- ticular type in the future. Better Legal Education and Training The changing litigation landscape demands better legal education and training. In 2024, law schools and legal training in Türkiye have put more and more focus on modern issues like digi- tal litigation, ADR mechanisms, and environmen- tal law.
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