FTPA is pleased to announce the appointment of Emma Pinar Turgut as a partner in the Litigation Department, effective 1 January 2025. This promotion reflects FTPA’s commitment to fostering internal talent and enhancing its international presence, notably through Emma Pinar’s cross-border expertise.
A trilingual lawyer (French, English, Turkish) with 21 years of experience, Emma Pinar joined FTPA in 2015. She began as an associate, advanced to counsel in 2020, and will now step into the role of partner in 2025. She has extensive expertise in commercial litigation and insolvency proceedings, providing both advisory and litigation services to a diverse clientele, including major French and Turkish corporations, SMEs, mid-size firms, start-ups, and investors.
Emma Pinar holds a Master’s degree in Administration and Liquidation of Distressed Companies (Université Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne, 2021), an LL.M. in French and European Business Law (Université Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne, 2012), and a Master’s degree in Private and Social Law (Université d’Ankara, 2011). She began her career at Aselsan in Turkey before continuing her professional journey in France. Within FTPA’s Litigation Department, she leads a team of Franco-Turkish lawyers and aims to become the go-to legal advisor for Turkish companies seeking to establish or invest in France. At the same time, she strives to strengthen FTPA’s position as a legal bridge between the two countries. Recently, Emma launched a new practice dedicated to international mobility to meet the growing needs of her clients in an increasingly globalised environment.
“I am honoured by the trust FTPA has shown in me with this appointment. From the very start, the firm has inspired me with its commitment to excellence, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. Commercial litigation requires a unique blend of creativity, precision, and strategic thinking, and I am dedicated to embodying these values while contributing meaningfully to FTPA’s continued success,” said Emma Pinar.
She continued: “At FTPA, human values are at the core of everything we do. The seamless collaboration between departments, the unwavering support from my colleagues, and the diversity of ambitious projects at the firm have been pivotal to my growth. I am especially thankful to Antoine Tchekhoff, whose mentorship has played a vital role in shaping my journey.”
Antoine Tchekhoff, founding partner of FTPA, commented: “Pinar is an extraordinary blend of expertise and perseverance. It’s rare to encounter someone with such courage and determination: welcome to our new partner.”
