1) Why Offer and Acceptance Matter in Turkey In Turkey, many contractual disputes start with a basic question: “Did we actually agree?” A signature is not always required for a contract to exist. Under the Turkish Code of Obligations (TCO / TBK), the essential idea is that a contract is formed through matching declarations of […]
1) What Is a Contested Divorce in Turkey? A contested divorce in Turkey is a divorce case where spouses cannot agree on either (i) the divorce itself or (ii) the consequences of divorce—such as child custody, visitation, alimony, property division, compensation (material/moral damages), and use of the family home. Unlike an uncontested (mutual) divorce, contested […]
1) What Is a Term Sheet and Why Does It Matter Legally?A term sheet is the document that sets out the core economic and governance terms of a venture capital investment. It is designed to align expectations, narrow negotiation points, and provide a clear roadmap toward definitive investment documents (e.g., share subscription agreement, shareholders’ agreement). […]
Legal Status and Operational Framework of Crypto Asset Service Providers (CASPs) Under Turkish LawIntroduction The rapid evolution of the digital asset ecosystem has necessitated a robust regulatory framework globally. In Turkey, a significant milestone was reached with the enactment of Law No. 7518, published in the Official Gazette on July 2, 2024. This legislation amended […]
Introduction Global mobility, cross-border investments, and international families have made inheritance matters increasingly complex. Foreign nationals who own assets or have family ties in Turkey often face significant legal uncertainty regarding succession rights, applicable law, and procedural requirements. Unlike purely domestic inheritance cases, cross-border inheritance raises questions of jurisdiction, applicable law, and enforceability. Turkish inheritance […]
Introduction Commercial contracts constitute the backbone of economic life. In Turkey, commercial activities are largely shaped by contractual relationships between merchants, companies, and investors. Whether it involves supply agreements, distribution contracts, service arrangements, or joint ventures, commercial contracts play a decisive role in regulating rights and obligations between parties. Under Turkish law, commercial contracts are […]
Introduction The land registry and cadastre system forms the backbone of property law in Turkey. Every real estate transaction, ownership right, and legal restriction concerning immovable property ultimately derives its validity from this system. For both Turkish citizens and foreign investors, understanding how the land registry and cadastre operate is essential to ensuring legal security […]
Introduction In an increasingly globalized world, legal disputes frequently cross national borders. As individuals and companies engage in international trade, marriage, inheritance, and investment, court judgments rendered in one country often need to be given effect in another. Turkey, as a major hub for international business and migration, regularly encounters such situations. However, a foreign […]