Important Collaboration Between First Law International (FLI) and Ünsped Customs Brokerage

The international legal consultancy network First Law International (FLI) and one of Turkey’s leading customs brokerage companies, Ünsped Customs Brokerage and Logistics Services Inc. (UGM), have signed a significant cooperation agreement in the business world. The cooperation protocol, signed on November 5, 2024, aims to strengthen Turkey’s position in the global trade network and provide comprehensive legal solutions for businesses.

Global Solutions Through Strategic Partnership

FLI is one of the world’s largest legal consultancy networks, bringing together the most prestigious law firms from over 100 countries and offering solutions to challenges faced by multinational companies.

With 43 years of experience, approximately 2,000 employees, 61 offices across Turkey, an in-house R&D Center, and digital applications, Ünsped Customs Brokerage is one of Turkey’s most established and innovative customs brokerage firms, offering customs clearance services, foreign trade consultancy, and logistics solutions.

Through this cooperation protocol, the two firms aim to provide multifaceted solutions and support for addressing international trade-related legal issues, particularly in areas influenced by non-tariff barriers, anti-dumping investigations, high taxes and penalties, sanctions, and emerging business models such as near-shoring and friend-shoring.

Key Focus Areas of the Collaboration:

               •International Legal and Customs Consultancy: Developing integrated solutions for legal disputes and customs issues arising in international trade.

               •Compliance and Risk Management: Facilitating companies’ compliance with local and international legal regulations and managing operational risks effectively.

               •Expanding the Global Trade Network: Supporting Turkish companies in expanding abroad and accelerating international companies’ integration into the Turkish market.

               •Training Activities: Organizing webinars and seminars on international regulations related to data privacy, green transformation, sustainability, and competition compliance.

Statements from Executives

Orlando CASARES, CEO of First Law International, emphasized Turkey’s strategic importance in global trade and stated:

“Our partnership with Ünsped will enable us to better communicate the significant opportunities Turkey offers to our global clients.”

Rıza Mehmet KORKMAZ, General Manager of Ünsped Customs Brokerage (UGM), highlighted that this agreement will facilitate easier access to international legal services for Turkish foreign trade operators and increase the competitive power of businesses in global markets.

Impact on the Business World

The strategic partnership offers new business opportunities for companies operating in the foreign trade and logistics sectors while providing comprehensive and professional support to businesses dealing with the complexities of local and international regulations.

In the initial stages of the partnership, both firms aim to contribute to the business world by organizing accessible training seminars, conferences, and consultancy services.

Considered a step toward enhancing Turkey’s strength in international trade, this collaboration between FLI and Ünsped Customs Brokerage will open new doors for businesses and trade professionals while strengthening Turkey’s position on the global trade stage.