Inheritance & Property
Certificate of Inheritance (Veraset İlamı)
Heirs often need a certificate of inheritance (veraset ilamı) to prove their legal status before banks, land registry, or courts.
Common Challenges
- Confusion about which court is competent
- Missing family records or documents from abroad
- Delays due to translation/apostille of foreign documents
How I Can Help
Ensuring heirs’ rights are recognized quickly and correctly
Preparing and filing the application for inheritance certificates
Coordinating translations, notarizations, and consular formalities
Division of Inheritance
Families often disagree on how property or assets should be divided among heirs.
Common Challenges
- Disputes between heirs regarding shares
- Assets spread across different cities or countries
- Conflicts over use or sale of real estate
How I Can Help
Representing clients in court when an agreement cannot be reached
Advising heirs on their legal shares under Turkish law
Drafting and negotiating division agreements
Property Transfer & Registration
After inheritance, real estate often needs to be transferred or sold. Foreign heirs may find the process complex.
Common Challenges
- Understanding procedures at the Land Registry Office
- Tax and fee obligations
- Incomplete or incorrect ownership records
How I Can Help
- Ensuring the process is completed legally and efficiently
- Managing property transfer and registration at the Land Registry
- Guiding clients through sales, partition, or mortgage transactions
Inheritance Disputes
Disputes can arise when heirs feel excluded, suspect fraud or disagree on property values.
Common Challenges
- Hidden or disputed wills
- Claims of unequal treatment among heirs
- Long and emotionally draining lawsuits
How I Can Help
- Evaluating the validity of wills and inheritance documents
- Representing heirs in inheritance disputes before court
- Seeking settlement where possible to avoid lengthy litigation
Feel free to contact me for detailed information
