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11 Mar 2025

Custody Cases in Turkey: A Detailed Process Guide

Custody cases are among the most debated topics during the divorce process and are lawsuits filed to determine the legal rights and responsibilities of parents over their children. In Turkey, this process operates under the provisions of the Turkish Civil Code (TCC) No. 4721. In this article, we will detail the process of custody cases in Turkey and include regulations regarding the personal relationship of non-custodial parents with their children.

06 Mar 2025

Preparing a Will in Turkey

A will is a legal document that states an individual’s wishes regarding the distribution of their property after death. In Turkey, preparing a will is governed by the provisions of the Turkish Civil Code. The primary purpose of a will is to express the wishes of the deceased regarding their estate and to designate their heirs.

01 Mar 2025

About Establishing Associations in Turkey

In Turkey, associations are legal entities established to engage in social, cultural, economic, and sports activities. Associations are governed by the Constitution and the Turkish Civil Code, providing a significant platform for individuals to come together and operate towards common goals. This article offers insight into the process of establishing an association in Turkey, necessary documents, and its legal framework.

26 Feb 2025

Employment of Workers and Employee Rights in Turkey

In Turkey, the employment of workers and employee rights are regulated by the Labor Law No. 4857 and related legislation. Employers must treat their employees fairly, respecting their rights. This article provides information on the legal framework for employee employment, dismissals, severance and notice pay, overtime wages, annual leave rights, employment claims, and reinstatement lawsuits.

20 Feb 2025

Understanding Divorce Cases in Turkey

Real Estate Management and Foreign Property Ownership in Turkey Turkey has become an attractive market for foreign investors in recent years. Particularly, the real estate sector offers significant opportunities for foreigners in purchasing, renting, and managing properties. This article provides information on the legal support of an attorney regarding foreign properties in Turkey, property management, and the buying and selling of real estate.

14 Jan 2025

Understanding Divorce Cases in Turkey

Divorce is a significant life event that can bring about various emotional and legal complexities. In Turkey, the legal framework governing divorce is primarily outlined in the Turkish Civil Code. This article aims to provide a concise overview of the divorce process in Turkey, including grounds for divorce, the procedures involved, and the implications for both parties.

09 Oct 2024

Rent Determination Cases in Turkey

Rent determination cases are a significant part of the legal landscape governing landlord-tenant relationships in Turkey. These cases arise primarily from disputes regarding rental prices that may stem from changes in market conditions, lease agreements, or disagreements between landlords and tenants. This article provides a thorough overview of rent determination cases in Turkey, including the legal framework, mandatory mediation process, and implications for both parties.

25 Jul 2017

Joint Custody

Recently, there have been news reports in the media about divorced couples potentially having joint custody of their children, and we have been receiving frequent inquiries about this issue. Therefore, we are obligated to provide a brief and general explanation. The "Protocol No. 11 Amending the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, with an Additional Protocol No. 7," aimed at expanding civil and political rights as outlined in the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms, was opened for signature on November 22, 1984, and entered into force on November 1, 1988. This protocol was signed by our country on March 14, 1985.

27 Jun 2017

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In its broadest definition, it is when spouses who have been married for at least one year agree that continuing the marriage is no longer in their best interests, that the marriage has been fundamentally shaken, and that they are unable to maintain the union, and as a result, they apply to the court to request a divorce.

17 Mar 2017

12 Bank Interest Refund (3 Times Cartel Compensation) Lawsuit

As a result of the investigation conducted by the Competition Authority to determine whether twelve banks operating in Turkey violated Article 4 of the Law No. 4054 on the Protection of Competition (LKPK) by engaging in agreements and/or coordinated actions in the fields of deposit, credit, and credit card services, it was decided in the final decision dated 08.03.2013 and numbered 13-13/198-100 that the twelve banks violated Article 4 of the LKPK in the fields of deposit, credit, and credit card services.

18 May 2016

Form of Construction Contracts for Land Share-Based Projects

I found it necessary to conduct this examination regarding the common issues and disputes that arise in the validity of land share-based construction contracts. First, it is essential to define what a land share-based construction contract is. It is as follows

26 Apr 2016

Methods of Punishment for Serial Murders Under the Turkish Penal Cod

Serial murder is not a new phenomenon; looking at the past, it will be seen that serial killers have made their mark in history. In Europe, Dr. Richard von Krafft-Ebing wrote the first work on violence and sexual crimes in the 19th century. In his 1886 book Psychopatia Sexualis, Dr. Krafft-Ebing discusses numerous cases and examples related to murders, serial killings, and other sexual crimes driven by sexual motives

24 Feb 2016

Supreme Court Decision on Employee Claims

The Supreme Court of Appeals General Assembly on Civil Law has ruled that "employee claims constitute indeterminate claims." With its decision addressing the application issue of Article 109 of the Turkish Civil Procedure Code (HMK), it has effectively resolved the matter by allowing partial lawsuits for employee claims. (Supreme Court of Appeals General Assembly on Civil Law Case No: E.2012/9-838, Decision No: K.2012/715, Date: 17.10.2012)