by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu4 February 2026: Boden Law participated in UNIDROIT Symposium
As Boden Law, we are proud to have participated in the UNIDROIT – International Institute for the Unification of Private Law Middle East and North Africa Transnational Law Academic Symposium on “Transnational Commercial and Investment Law and Middle East Regional Developments,” joining in the law firms session with Watson Farley & Williams & Gibson Dunn. Our Founding Partner, Deger Boden, spoke alongside Eugenio Tranchino, Lojain AlMouallimi, and Jeffrey Wool on the panel “Energy, Sustainable Finance, and Private Law.”
A summary of the Symposium can be found at the news link below:
https://lnkd.in/ddFjb3ba
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu15 January 2026: Değer Boden attended World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi
Our Founding partner Değer Boden Akalin took part in World Future Energy Summit held 13-15 January 2026, during the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, and joined a truly spectacular panel of Jennifer Gnana, Jeffrey Beyer, Ute Collier and Robin Mills for a thoughtful discussion on energy transition and energy security, sustainability and economic security.
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu28 November 2025: Boden Law was in Athens at the SEEA Conference
SEEA 2025 was more than a conference.
The most common comment we received was:
“I have never been at such a genuine conference — it felt like home, like family.”
And that captures exactly what we wanted.
We created a platform where the deepest, most open, and genuinely meaningful discussions took place —in a space shaped by generosity, curiosity, and a willingness to learn from one another, where everyone came simply to share, challenge ideas, and add value.
A real community. A real family.
This would not have been possible without our tireless and dedicated Organizing Committee Tatiana Minaeva FCIArb, Ileana Smeureanu, Asli Saracoglu Uzunoglu, Martina Howard, Nenad Stankovic, and Stevan Dimitrijevic, and the invaluable support of EODID Athens Mediation & Arbitration Organization, and our wonderful host this year, Dr. Haris Meidanis.
A heartfelt thank you to all our supporters, speakers, and participants. Your energy, generosity, and sincerity made this year truly unforgettable.
We are now a big family, and we are growing into something even more meaningful — a regional think tank, a home where thought-provoking ideas are nurtured and where the arbitration community of South Eastern Europe can continue to flourish.
Thank you all for being part of this journey. Onwards and upwards. 💙
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu11 March 2025: Değer Boden was at debate on “Access to the EU Procurement Market for Third-Country Contractors – Recent Developments,” organized by Muşat & Asociaţii and JURIDICE.ro
Our Founding Partner Değer Boden was at this very interesting and insightful debate on the access of third- country contractors to the EU procurement market. It was a great opportunity to discuss the CJEU’s Kolin decision and its potential consequences along with esteemed panelists Paul-George Buta, Iuliana Iacob, Daria Niculcea, Ana Maria Abrudan, Wojciech Sadowski, Diana Bulancea, and Iulian Popescu.
Key takeaways from the discussion:
*The judgment lacks clarity and raises important questions that require further interpretation.
*While the CJEU did not explicitly exclude Turkish companies from EU public procurement, it stipulated that they cannot rely on EU public procurement directives due to the absence of an agreement between the EU and Turkey covering this area.
*This leaves participation to the discretion of individual member states, leading to potential uncertainty and inconsistent application across the EU.
*The case highlights the need for Turkey to renegotiate the Customs Union Agreement to include public procurement, ensuring fair access for Turkish businesses in EU markets.
*There are possible legal remedies, but, nothing is straightforward, and navigating these options requires a careful legal and strategic approach.
*The broader implications for non-EU economic operators in public procurement rules remain a critical issue for future trade and investment relations.
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu5 February 2025: Boden Law was at Winter ELSA Law School Bodrum: Energy Law and Sustainability
Boden Law was pleased to contribute to Winter ELSA Law School Bodrum, organized in collaboration with @ELSA Türkiye, @Young ISTAC, and to engage with future energy law professionals.
Our associate Dila Küçükali delivered a session on “A Comparative Approach: EU&TR Environmental, Climate Change, and Renewable Energy Policies” discussing key EU legislative frameworks, Turkey’s regulatory alignment, sustainability challenges in bilateral agreements and arbitration. The session provided an interactive and comparative perspective, enriched by insightful contributions from international students.
We thank ELSA Türkiye, Young ISTAC, and all participants for fostering a dynamic platform for legal discussions on the future of energy and sustainability.
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu6 October 2024: Boden Law was at the Galatasaray Law Summit!
We are proud to have been a part of the Galatasaray Law Summit, held on 6 October 2024 at Galatasaray Üniversitesi . Our associate Dila Küçükali delivered a comprehensive session on Energy Law and Arbitration, sharing her insights on the intersection of energy regulation, sustainability, and arbitration. Dila highlighted crucial aspects of the Turkish energy sector, including renewable energy projects, carbon markets, and the EU’s Green Deal, all of which are shaping Turkey’s legal landscape in energy law.
We are grateful to the Galatasaray Law Club and Genç ISTAC/ Young ISTAC for organizing such an event providing a platform for meaningful discussions and professional connections.
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu26 September 2024: The Second South-Eastern Europe Arbitration Conference was a huge success!
The Second South-Eastern Europe Arbitration Conference, held last Thursday at the beautiful Almanac Palais Vienna, was a tremendous success, bringing together arbitration practitioners from around Europe!
We were honoured to have two distinguished keynote speakers:
• Anna Joubin-Bret (Secretary of UNCITRAL: United Nations Commission on International Trade Law & Director of the ITL of the UN Secretariat), who shared insightful updates on the latest work being done by UNCITRAL.
• Professor Andrej Savin (Copenhagen Business School), who introduced the groundbreaking EU AI Arbitration Act, providing a fresh perspective on the intersection of artificial intelligence and law.
We have heard from the panels about the:
– Recent arbitration developments in the SEE region, exploring key trends and challenges
– Impact and use of technology in international arbitration, focusing on innovation and efficiency
– The evolving role of international law in investment arbitration, examining the shifting landscape of dispute resolution
– Valuation of damages, asset tracing, and case funding, offering practical insights into complex financial aspects of arbitration.
A heartfelt thank you to our incredible speakers for their valuable contributions, our organizers for their dedication in bringing this event to life, and our sponsors and supporters for their invaluable support. Of course, we extend our gratitude to all the participants—your enthusiasm and engagement made this event truly special!
We’re excited for next year’s conference and the new ideas it will undoubtedly inspire. Stay tuned for more updates!
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu UzunoğluBoden Law to co-host panel discussion with Dubai International Arbitration Centre!
Boden Law, in collaboration with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC), is excited to co-host an insightful panel discussion during Istanbul Arbitration Week titled “Dubai as a Preferred Seat of Arbitration in the MEASA Region.” This event will bring together leading experts to explore the evolving landscape of arbitration in Dubai and its growing importance within the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia.
📅 Event Details:
–Date: 30 September 2024
–Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
–Venue: Radisson Blu Bosphorus, Pupa Terrace, Istanbul, Turkey
🔸 Moderator:
—Sara Koleilat-Aranjo, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
🔸 Speakers:
—Jehad Abdulrazzaq Kazim, Executive Director, DIAC
—Christoffer Coello Hedberg, Deputy Registrar, DIAC
—Deger Boden, Founding Partner, Boden Law
This panel will offer in-depth insights into:
–The strategic initiatives driving Dubai’s role in arbitration.
–DIAC’s innovative developments and the impact of the 2022 DIAC Rules.
–The challenges and opportunities facing arbitrators in the MEASA region and strategies for the effective enforcement of arbitral awards.
We are thrilled to jointly host this event with DIAC and look forward to engaging with leading professionals and thought leaders in the field of arbitration. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights into the future of arbitration in the MEASA region.
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu UzunoğluBoden Law is a proud sponsor of the second South-Eastern Europe Arbitration Conference!
Boden Law is a proud sponsor of the second South-Eastern Europe Arbitration Conference that will be held in Vienna on 26 September 2024.
This year the SEEA is coming back to Vienna with the topic – How can we effectively navigate the complexities of SEE’s legal landscape amidst digital transformation, climate change, public policy and other concerns of the new age ensuring that arbitration remains a pillar of justice and stability in the region?
The day will feature two keynote addresses by Anna Joubin-Bret, Secretary of UNCITRAL and Director of the International Trade Law Division at the Office of Legal Affairs of the UN Secretariat, and Andrej Savin, Professor in IT Law & Internet Law at Copenhagen Business School, Denmark, followed by four panels led by leading arbitration practitioners.
The SEEA provides a forum for debating important issues in in the SEE region, offering practical insights and solutions by SEE and international community of arbitration practitioners, academics, industry experts, funders, investigation specialists and in-house counsel. Join us for a day of insightful discussions and networking opportunities! The registration link is in the comments.
🌐💡 Join us for a day of insightful discussions and networking opportunities! Register here: https://bit.ly/4dvfWU7.
Thank you to the sponsors for their support and dedication: George Z. Georgiou & Associates LLC, Muşat & Asociaţii, Schoenherr Attorneys at Law, DPC, Ankura, @Christos Georgiades & Associates LLC, Gregoriou Law , Berkeley Research Group (BRG), MEIDANIS SEREMETAKIS / ASSOCIATES LAW FIRM, BIT law office, Jus Mundi, Raedas, SW LEGAL , Joksovic, Stojanovic & Partners.
Finally, the SEEA would not be there without a brilliant team of organisers: our Senior Partner Deger Boden, Tatiana Minaeva (RPC), Nenad Stankovic (Law office Stankovic&Partners), Ileana Smeureanu (Jones Day), and Stevan Dimitrijevic (Dimitrijević & Partners ).
by B. Aslı Saraçoğlu Uzunoğlu10 June 2024: Boden Law was at the conference entitled The Improvement of the Investment Climate and Arbitration, organized to benefit the Galatasaray Education Fund.
10 June 2024: Our Managing Partner Değer Boden Akalın participated in a panel entitled, “Investment Climate and Arbitration in the Energy Sector” at the Improvement of the Investment Climate and Arbitration Conference, organized by the Istanbul Arbitration Centre / ISTAC and YASED International Investors Association to benefit the Galatasaray Education Fund.
