Effects of a Foreign Divorce Decision in Turkey: Recognition/Enforcement and Civil Registry (Population Register) Impacts In practice, the most common misunderstanding is this: a divorce decision that has become final abroad does not automatically change your marital status in Turkey’s civil registry. Therefore, the topic “Effects of a Foreign Divorce Decision in Turkey: Recognition/Enforcement and […]
Introduction The litigation process in Turkey follows a civil law tradition influenced by continental European legal systems. For foreign individuals and international companies doing business in Turkey, understanding how Turkish courts operate is essential for risk management and dispute resolution planning. Foreign parties often face challenges related to jurisdiction, language barriers, procedural formalities, security for […]
Introduction Preliminary sales contracts in Turkish real estate law play a crucial role in property transactions, especially in off-plan projects, construction developments, and staged payment agreements. While many buyers assume that signing a contract secures ownership, Turkish law draws a strict distinction between a preliminary sales contract and the actual transfer of ownership. Understanding the […]
1) Why Your Foreign Divorce Often Doesn’t “Show Up” in Turkey Turkey generally requires an additional step for foreign judgments to have legal effect domestically. Even if your divorce is valid abroad, Turkish authorities may not treat you as divorced until one of the following happens: Until then, common practical problems include: 2) The Two […]
1. Why Enforcement in Turkey Matters International trade, migration, investment and digital commerce mean that disputes are no longer confined to one country. A company may litigate in London or arbitrate in Dubai, but the losing party’s assets may ultimately be found in Turkey. In that scenario, the winning party quickly discovers a crucial truth […]