Mediator · Negotiation Specialist · Integrated Generalist

Building Trust
Through Dialogue

Renowned international mediator, negotiation specialist, and conflict resolution expert — Founding Partner of ADRIstanbul, accredited by IMI, and a member of the UN Ombudsman's International Mediators Panel.

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2,000+

Cases Mediated

20+

Years of Experience

IMI

& UN Panel Accredited

Co-Founder ADRIstanbul

01 — About

Dialogue. Trust. Resolution

The complex disputes of our age demand multidimensional and inclusive solutions. Creating resolution is no longer a choice; it is a systemic responsibility.

— Ferda Canözer Paksoy

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IMI-Accredited International Mediator

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UN Ombudsman's International Mediators Panel, Turkey Desk

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ADGM Abu Dhabi Global Market — International Mediator Panel

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Founding Partner, ADRIstanbul

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Mediator Trainer, Istanbul Bilgi University

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Judge & Mentor — ICC, ADR ODR International, CEDR

Ferda Canözer Paksoy has spent over two decades at the intersection of law, human dynamics, and systemic change. As Founding Partner of ADRIstanbul, she has shaped how disputes are resolved across Turkey and internationally, bringing clarity to complexity in over 2,000 cases spanning corporate, commercial, and investment contexts.

She works where the stakes are highest: M&A negotiations, family governance, and institutional conflict. Her approach draws equally from legal expertise, negotiation strategy, and cultural intelligence; making her one of the rare practitioners who bridges sectors, disciplines, and cultures.

ADRIstanbul

Turkey's first and most established ADR center, founded to make mediation a meaningful force in dispute resolution.

https://adristanbul.com

02 — What I Do

Areas of Focus

At the intersection of law, strategy, and human dynamics; designing processes that resolve complexity and build lasting trust.

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Mediation & Conflict Resolution

Over 2,000 cases across corporate, commercial, consumer, and workplace disputes. From agriculture to finance, from M&A negotiations to impact investment; Ferda brings structure to complexity and resolution to conflict.

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Governance, Family & Start-up

Since 2007, Ferda has designed governance structures, family constitutions, and conflict resolution frameworks for businesses at every stage. She builds systems that align values, protect relationships, and sustain integrity across generations.

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Training, Education & Social Impact

As a mediator trainer at Istanbul Bilgi University and key expert in the EU and Turkish Ministry of Justice project "Better Access to Justice," Ferda has shaped the next generation of mediators. Since 2009, she has served as judge and mentor at ICC, ADR ODR International, and CEDR.

03 — Latest Thinking

Latest Thinking

Perspectives on mediation, negotiation, governance, and the evolving landscape of global dialogue.

JUNE 2, 2026 · 5 MIN READ

Is Legislation Enough? A Mirror from Greece to Turkey

The May 2026 issue of Alternatives magazine carried a striking analysis. Written by Giuseppe De Palo and shaped by the contributions of Vassiliki Koumpli, an Athens-based lawyer, m...

MAY 15, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

What Happens When Women Participate in the Economy? The Data Speaks.

Sometimes this question gets framed as a social issue. A gender issue. A matter of fairness.It is not. It is an economic issue.And I am not the one saying so. McKinsey, the World B...

MAY 6, 2026 · 4 MIN READ

What the Met Gala Tells Us About a Shifting Paradigm: Money Cannot Buy Legitimacy

May 4, 2026. New York. The steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art saw the familiar parade of famous faces. But this year something was different.For the first time in its history,...

Transforming Dispute Resolution

Innovation, Education and Global Leadership

Ferda Canözer Paksoy has shaped dispute resolution not only through practice, but through education, institutional development, and global engagement.

Global Influence and Institutional Leadership

Member of the Global Mediators Panel of the United Nations and Abu Dhabi Global Market. Advisory roles at the Asia-Africa Mediation Association and Bangladesh International Mediation Institute.

IMI Certified and Thought Leadership

IMI-accredited mediator actively shaping ethical and competency standards globally. Judge, evaluator, and mentor since 2009 at ICC, CDRC, IBA-VIAC, INADR, ADR ODR International, and CEDR.

Government and Policy Engagement

Contributed to EU-funded justice reform projects and instrumental in promoting mediation within legislative frameworks. Key expert in the EU & Turkish Ministry of Justice project 'Better Access to Justice in Turkey'.

Through global panels, academic institutions, and policy initiatives, Ferda Canözer Paksoy has redefined what it means to be a mediator in the 21st century.

04 — Events

Speaking and Engagements

FEB 2026

FEB 2026 ICC Mediation Week International Chamber of Commerce

Paris, France

Serving as jury member at the 21st ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition, assessing teams from across the globe on process management, negotiation strategy, and dialog...

Topics I Speak On

The Future of Mediation in Global Commerce

How mediation is evolving to address complexity, speed, and enforceability in international disputes.

Building Trust Through Governance

Designing systems that align incentives, manage conflict, and foster organizational integrity.

Strategic Negotiation in Complex Environments

Moving beyond positions to interests, value, and sustainable agreements in multistakeholder settings.

Cross-Cultural Dialogue and Trust

Navigating cultural dynamics in international negotiations and mediations.

Available for keynotes, workshops, panel discussions, and conference appearances worldwide.

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05 — Get In Touch

Work With Me

I work with organizations, leaders, and institutions seeking strategic guidance on mediation, governance, and conflict resolution.

Advisory & Mediation

Complex mediations and multi-party negotiations
Conflict resolution and ombudsman system design
Governance frameworks and stakeholder trust
Family constitutions and start-up ecosystems

Speaking and Training

Keynote presentations at global conferences
Mediation and negotiation workshops
Certification programs for professionals
University and academic collaboration

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