How to Choose an English-Speaking Lawyer in Turkey
A practical checklist for foreign clients looking for an English-speaking Turkish lawyer for property, inheritance, business or litigation matters.
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Family Law and International Divorce
Divorce, custody, property issues and recognition of foreign family judgments involving Turkey.
Typical matters
- Divorce proceedings involving Turkish or foreign spouses
- Custody, alimony and matrimonial property issues
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign divorce judgments
- Family law disputes with assets or residence links in Turkey
What to prepare
For a first review, send the core documents, a short timeline, the parties' names and locations, the Turkish asset or authority involved, and the practical result you want to achieve. If a deadline, hearing, payment demand or authority letter exists, mention it first.
How the first step works
We check whether the matter can start remotely, which documents need translation or apostille, whether a Turkish power of attorney is needed and which official or court route is likely to follow.
FAQ
Questions about family law and international divorce
The answers below are general. The concrete route depends on documents, dates, parties and current law.
Can a foreign divorce judgment be used in Turkey?
It may need recognition or administrative processing before Turkish records are updated. The route depends on the documents and parties.
Can you handle family cases discreetly?
Yes. Family matters are treated with confidentiality and careful communication. Only the information needed for the legal route should be shared at the first stage.
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Read before you start
These guides help foreign clients understand the practical route before granting a power of attorney or starting proceedings in Turkey.
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