SUSTAINABLE AND RESPONSIBLE PRACTICE
At Çukur & Partners, sustainable and responsible business practices have been central to our values since our establishment in 1993. We have integrated this approach into our core values and daily operations. We prioritize informed decision-making that considers broader impacts and long-term interests, guiding our interactions with clients, communities, and the environment.
Beyond legal excellence, we take responsibility for our actions, emphasizing transparency, accountability, and tangible outcomes through collaborations and pro bono services. As signatories to the UN Global Compact, we align our practices with global standards, actively reduce our environmental footprint, and promote sustainability. We foster an inclusive, diverse workplace, lead in ESG practices, and maintain high ethical standards across all operations.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
At Çukur & Partners, our success is intertwined with our commitment to clients, our dedicated team, society, and the environment. We value our clients’ trust and recognize our societal privileges by giving back through charitable initiatives, volunteerism, and expertise-sharing. Our CSR focuses on Education, Youth, Environment, Healthcare, Art & Culture, Legal Profession, and Entrepreneurship, aiming to make a conscious positive impact.
Besides, through the Çukur & Partners Academy, we support law school students and young lawyers with scholarships, career development, and mentoring programs, nurturing the next generation of legal professionals.
PRO BONO
Pro bono work is integral to our firm culture, treated with the same dedication as client work. We leverage our legal expertise to support social causes, collaborating with NGOs, charities, and community groups to drive meaningful change.
Beyond pro bono, we contribute to thought leadership and research, partnering with business organizations, industry associations, and academic institutions to provide advisory support, events, and teachings.
SUSTAINABILITY
At Çukur & Partners, leading sustainable practices in Turkey’s legal sector is a core aspect of our corporate responsibility. We minimize our environmental impact through green initiatives, optimize energy and resource efficiency with sustainable business models, and educate our team and stakeholders on environmental responsibility. Partnering with environmental organizations, we promote biodiversity, climate action, and waste management.
As signatories to the UN Global Compact, we align with global environmental standards and integrate these principles into our operations. Our efforts include energy efficiency, sustainable waste practices, and firm-wide events to foster a culture of sustainability, demonstrating our commitment to a sustainable future.
INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, AND WELLBEING
At Çukur & Partners, we thrive in an inclusive, supportive, and healthy environment that enhances our service excellence. We value individuality and diversity, ensuring equal opportunities for all, and promoting a healthy work-life balance through flexible arrangements and family-friendly policies.
We lead in gender equality, supported by initiatives like the UN Women Empowerment Principles, and nurture holistic wellbeing with comprehensive physical, emotional, and professional support. Our approach includes mentoring, coaching, flexible working models, and wellness resources, empowering our team to excel both professionally and personally.
ETHICS AND CODE OF CONDUCT
At Çukur & Partners, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism, guided by our core values of integrity, transparency, and excellence. As a signatory of the UN Global Compact, we adhere to international standards in human rights, labor, environmental sustainability, and anti-corruption.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards corruption, money laundering, bribery, terrorism financing, and modern slavery, reflecting our unwavering commitment to responsible business practices.