Family Law in Turkey

Divorce, custody and marital property

Family Law in Turkey

We advise and represent clients in divorce, custody, alimony, marital property, recognition-enforcement and German-linked family matters.

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Family law matters are legal, personal and sensitive at the same time.

Where Germany is involved, the Turkish and German effects of marriage, divorce or child-related issues should be assessed together.

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We support divorce, custody, alimony, marital property, settlement protocols and recognition of foreign court decisions in Turkey.

  • Amicable and contentious divorce
  • Custody and visitation
  • Alimony and property regime
  • Recognition and enforcement
  • German-linked family files

German-linked family files

If a decision on marriage, divorce or children was issued in Germany, its effects on Turkish civil registry, custody, property regime and recognition-enforcement should be reviewed separately. Translation, apostille and finalization notes are checked before filing.

Sensitive process management

In family law matters, the objective is not always immediate litigation. Negotiation, settlement protocol, visitation schedule and property division should be planned calmly and practically.

How We Work

How We Work

  1. The family law issue and objective are clarified.
  2. Litigation, settlement or negotiation routes are assessed.
  3. Documents and hearing schedule are managed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a German divorce decision valid in Turkey?

Recognition or enforcement may be required for a foreign decision to have legal effect in Turkey. The route depends on the decision.

What should be included in an amicable divorce protocol?

Custody, visitation, alimony, property division, joint debts and implementation timing should be clear. Vague wording can create new disputes later.

Can a case be filed in Turkey if the child lives in Germany?

Jurisdiction, the child's habitual residence, the parties' citizenship and the country of enforcement should be assessed together. The answer changes by file type.

Let us create a calm and clear roadmap for your sensitive family law matter.

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