Practice Area
Family Law
Sensitive and strategic representation in uncontested and contested divorce, custody, alimony, matrimonial property liquidation and protection order proceedings.
Overview
We advise across the full spectrum of family law — from uncontested divorce protocols and contested divorce proceedings to the liquidation of the acquired-property regime and separation-of-property agreements.
We have particular experience in divorces with a foreign element, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments and international child abduction matters under the Hague Convention.
What We Do
- Uncontested and contested divorce proceedings
- Custody, personal relationship and alimony disputes
- Matrimonial property regime liquidation and participation claims
- Pre- and post-nuptial property regime agreements
- Domestic violence and protection orders under Law No. 6284
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments
Our Approach
In emotionally sensitive disputes we adopt a balanced approach that protects the client's long-term economic and personal interests, considering mediation where appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the requirements for an uncontested divorce?
- The marriage must have lasted at least one year, both parties must apply jointly or one must accept the other's action, and the judge must confirm the parties' free consent.
- Is the child's opinion sought in custody decisions?
- Children of a mature age are heard by the judge, but the final decision follows the best-interests-of-the-child principle.
- Is a foreign divorce judgment valid in Türkiye?
- A foreign judgment must be recognised or enforced through court proceedings; under certain conditions, administrative registration before the civil registry is also possible.