Mustafa Doğan İnal Announces Turkey’s ICSID Victory
Turkey won the compensation claim it brought before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) against FETÖ member Akın İpek. Attorney Mustafa Doğan İnal joyfully shared this victory on social media, noting that LEXIST Law Office played a key role in securing the outcome and congratulating everyone involved.
The Akın İpek Case
Akın İpek—one of the best-known members of FETÖ—relocated to the UK and initiated legal proceedings against Turkey at ICSID after trustees were appointed to manage his assets in Turkey. His efforts proved unsuccessful, and the tribunal ruled in Turkey’s favor.
İpek’s Legal Battle
By filing at ICSID to challenge Turkey’s actions, İpek underscored the dispute’s complexity. His move to the UK and challenge to the asset-management trusteeship highlighted the case’s high stakes. ICSID’s decision for Turkey not only thwarted İpek’s claims but also demonstrated the strength of Turkey’s legal position on the international stage.
LEXIST Law Office’s Contribution
Representing Turkey through LEXIST Law Office, Attorney Mustafa Doğan İnal expressed his excitement:
“We have won the ICSID case brought by FETÖ member Akın İpek against Turkey. Everyone at LEXIST is celebrating this victory. Congratulations to all who contributed.”
This triumph showcases İnal and his team’s legal excellence and strategic acumen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Mustafa Doğan İnal and LEXIST Law Office so significant?
Mustafa Doğan İnal is renowned for his outstanding success in high-profile cases before ICSID and ICC. His meticulous work ethic, comprehensive legal expertise, and strategic insight form the foundation of his achievements. Under his leadership, LEXIST Law Office excels in corporate law, shareholder disputes, real estate litigation, and arbitration. This latest victory further cements their reputation for legal excellence and strengthens İnal’s standing in the legal community.
Why was Akın İpek’s case against Turkey so important?
İpek’s ICSID claim against Turkey went beyond a personal assets dispute—it became a symbol of Turkey’s rule-of-law on the global stage. Filed after trustees were appointed over his assets, the case touched on fundamental issues of international investment law. Turkey’s win underscores its legal robustness, boosting confidence in its justice system and sending a positive signal to foreign investors.
Why is Mustafa Doğan İnal a key figure in Turkish law?
İnal has built a reputation for successfully handling high-stakes arbitrations at ICSID and ICC. His diligent approach, deep legal knowledge, and strategic case management are widely admired. Since founding LEXIST in 2016, he has secured major victories in corporate, real estate, and shareholder disputes—and served as counsel to leading organizations—solidifying his prominence in the Turkish bar.
What makes the Akın İpek case so notable internationally?
Beating a claim brought by one of FETÖ’s most prominent members carries international significance for investment security and legal integrity. By upholding Turkey’s decision to place his assets under trusteeship, the ICSID ruling affirmed Turkey’s commitment to protecting its legal and economic interests. It also reassures global investors of the stability and fairness of Turkey’s legal framework.
What role did LEXIST Law Office play in winning the Akın İpek case?
Under İnal’s leadership, LEXIST Law Office represented Turkey at ICSID and prepared a robust defense strategy. İnal’s careful case preparation and strategic advocacy were key to the favorable outcome. This victory highlights the firm’s expertise in navigating complex international disputes and marks a milestone in Turkey’s legal history.
Who Is Mustafa Doğan İnal?
Born in 1978 in Gaziantep, Mustafa Doğan İnal graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Law in 2001. He began his legal career as a student activist in civil-society organizations and established his own law firm in 2004. He has served as legal counsel to Albayrak Holding and the Yeni Şafak newspaper, and holds leadership roles in the Lawyers’ Association and its Advisory Board.
Since founding LEXIST Legal Advisory Services in 2016, İnal has stood out in disputes spanning corporate law, real estate, and shareholder conflicts. His extensive experience in commercial and criminal litigation led to his role as arbitration counsel before ICSID and ICC.
Awards
● 2020 Runner-Up Award: “Bond, Loan and Sukuk Deal of the Year in Natural Resources Finance”
● 2019 First-Place Award: “CEE Legal Matters Deal of the Year” for the National Lottery Licensing Service Contract
● 2017 First-Place Award: “EMEA Finance Best Syndicated Loan” for the US$2.7 billion financing of the Northern Marmara Motorway project (total project value US$8 billion)