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Notes from the law.
Recent legislative changes, notable court decisions, and ways to resolve frequently encountered legal questions.
- Individual Matters
Sworn Translation and Notarisation in Turkish Legal Matters
Foreign documents for Turkish legal matters usually require accurate sworn translation, and sometimes notarisation or consular certification. - Corporate & Cross-Border
Debt Recovery in Türkiye for Foreign Creditors
How foreign creditors can pursue debt recovery in Türkiye through enforcement, mediation, litigation, settlement and asset-focused strategy. - Individual Matters
Who Manages a Turkish Estate While Foreign Heirs Are Abroad?
Turkish law provides mechanisms to administer an estate before foreign heirs can act, including inventory measures and, in some cases, an appointed estate representative. - Individual Matters
Unlawful Occupation of Property in Türkiye: Claiming Ecrimisil Damages
Owners whose Turkish property is occupied or used without permission can claim ecrimisil, the Turkish-law damages remedy for unlawful occupation. - Individual Matters
Lease and Eviction Disputes in Turkey for Foreign Property Owners
Foreign property owners in Turkey may need formal legal action for unpaid rent, eviction, unauthorised occupation or misuse of property. - Individual Matters
Registering a Foreign Divorce in the Turkish Civil Registry
A practical guide to registering a foreign divorce in the Turkish civil registry, including documents, finality and common rejection risks. - Individual Matters
When One Spouse Refuses to Cooperate in Foreign Divorce Recognition in Turkey
What happens when one spouse refuses to cooperate with registering or recognising a foreign divorce in Turkey, and when court action may be needed? - Corporate & Cross-Border
Security for Costs (Teminat) Rules for Foreign Claimants in Turkiye
Foreign claimants suing a Turkish debtor may be required to deposit security for costs before proceeding, though exemptions can apply based on reciprocity and international treaties, so this should be checked early. - Individual Matters
Work Permit Cancellation in Turkey: What Employers and Foreigners Should Do
Work permit cancellation in Turkey can affect employment, residence status and future applications. Deadlines and evidence matter. - Corporate & Cross-Border
The Reciprocity Requirement in Enforcing Foreign Judgments in Türkiye
Turkish courts refuse to enforce a foreign judgment unless a reciprocity relationship exists between Türkiye and the state where the judgment was rendered, and this requirement is examined case by case. - Individual Matters
Partition of Jointly Owned Property in Türkiye: Resolving Co-Ownership Disputes
Co-owners of Turkish real estate who cannot agree on use, sale or division of the property can apply to court for a partition action. - Individual Matters
Can a Default Foreign Divorce Judgment Be Recognised in Turkiye?
A foreign divorce granted without the other spouse's participation can still be recognised in Turkiye, but notice and due process are examined closely. - Corporate & Cross-Border
Enforcing ICC and LCIA Arbitral Awards in Turkiye
Awards rendered under ICC or LCIA rules are enforced in Turkiye through the same New York Convention framework applied to other foreign arbitral awards. - Individual Matters
Power of Attorney for Divorce Proceedings in Türkiye: What Foreign Nationals Need
A spouse who cannot attend a Turkish divorce case in person can usually be represented under a power of attorney, but Turkish practice applies specific formal requirements to divorce-related powers. - Corporate & Cross-Border
Non-Conformity Claims Against Turkish Suppliers Under the CISG
A foreign buyer can pursue price reduction, damages, repair, replacement or termination against a Turkish supplier for non-conforming goods, provided the goods are examined and any lack of conformity is notified in time. - Individual Matters
Title Deed Cancellation and Registration Lawsuits in Turkey
Title deed cancellation and registration claims in Turkey require strong evidence, correct defendants and careful interim protection. - Individual Matters
Buying Property in Turkey: Legal Checks Before Payment
Before paying for property in Turkey, foreign buyers should check title, encumbrances, authority, zoning and contract structure. - Individual Matters
Mortgage and Lien Problems in Turkish Property Purchases: Protecting the Buyer
Undisclosed mortgages, liens and attachments on Turkish real estate can seriously affect a buyer, even after the title deed has been transferred. - Individual Matters
Apostille or Consular Legalisation: Choosing the Right Route for Turkish Documents
Whether a foreign document needs an apostille or full consular legalisation to be usable in Türkiye depends on whether the issuing country is party to the Hague Apostille Convention. - Individual Matters
Voluntary Return from Turkiye: How the Process Works
Voluntary return allows a foreigner facing removal proceedings to leave Turkiye on agreed terms, which can affect future entry bans and administrative detention. - Corporate & Cross-Border
Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Judgments in Türkiye
How foreign civil and commercial judgments may be recognised or enforced in Türkiye under Law No. 5718, including documents, objections and risks. - Individual Matters
Short-Term Residence Permit Refusal in Turkiye: Common Grounds and Remedies
A refused short-term residence permit in Turkiye often concerns health insurance, financial means, address records or purpose of stay evidence. - Individual Matters
Foreign Divorce and Remarriage in Turkey: What Must Be Done First?
A foreign divorce may not be enough for remarriage in Turkey: registry records must be updated first, and the waiting-period deadline for remarriage must be checked. - Individual Matters
Foreign Divorce with Custody or Alimony: Recognition or Enforcement in Turkey?
Foreign divorce decisions with custody, alimony or financial orders may require more than civil registry registration in Turkey.
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