US–Turkiye cross-border consulting · Irvine, California
A secure bridge between the US and Turkiye.
Business consulting for companies and families working across both countries. Turkish-law matters are handled by the Turkish attorneys at our affiliate, Sonmez Partners.
Who we work with
Three kinds of clients, one bridge.
US → Turkiye
US companies entering Turkiye
Market entry, company set-up coordination, contracts, local representation and real estate.
Turkiye → US
Turkish companies entering the US
Market research, brand and digital presence, and coordination with your US advisors.
Families & individuals
People with ties to both countries
Documents and translations, civil registration, property and inheritance in Turkiye.
Services
What we help with
Each service page explains who it is for, what is involved and how the work is shared between Irvine and Istanbul.
For individuals
For companies
How we work
Three steps, one point of contact.
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Talk to us
A 30-minute call in English or Turkish about what you want to achieve.
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Plan the route
Which documents, offices and advisors are involved, and in what order.
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Coordinate both sides
We keep the US and Turkish sides moving in step until the file is closed.
Practical Guides
Free, step-by-step answers.
About
Osman Sönmez
Founder and CEO of Sonmez Consulting LLC in Irvine, California, and a Turkish-licensed attorney (Istanbul Bar, 2021).
His work brings two legal systems, two languages and two business cultures into one plan. Turkish-law matters are handled through Sonmez Partners in Turkiye; for US-law questions we work alongside US-licensed professionals.
More about us →Questions
Good to know before we talk
Is Sonmez Consulting a law firm?
No. Sonmez Consulting LLC is a US business consultancy and is not a U.S. law firm. Turkish-law work is handled by the Turkish attorneys at our affiliate, Sonmez Partners.
Do I need to travel to Turkiye?
Often not. Many steps can be done through a consulate or a power of attorney. We tell you early which ones need you in person.
Which languages do you work in?
English and Turkish, on US time.
What happens on the first call?
We listen, outline the likely route and tell you who would handle each part.