Crypto-Assets have gained significant traction in the financial system in recent years. Consequently, regulatory bodies have been developing regulations to address the opportunities and risks…
As the digital asset space continues to grow and evolve, it’s more important than ever for businesses to prioritize responsible innovation and customer protection. That’s…
Introduction In the complex arena of international law, expertise in document preparation, especially legal affidavits and apostille certification, is essential. Our legal services are tailored…
Introduction: The Turkish legal system offers a myriad of measures under the umbrella of judicial control to manage individuals suspected of criminal activities. Of these,…
Form C, also known as the International Death Certificate, is a document that contains information related to a person’s death and is issued for submission…
The Form B document is a multilingual certificate that can be used by anyone who gets married in Turkey, and it is prepared by the…
In Turkey, there are two types of documents that are accepted as legal proof of birth. Firstly, the most commonly used document by foreigners born…
At Cindemir Law Office, we understand the importance of providing accessible and convenient legal services to our diverse clientele. As a result, we are proud…
Turkey is a vibrant country that attracts millions of tourists, foreigners and business professionals every year. However, some foreigners may be subject to entry restrictions,…
The Turkish Civil Code governs the legal aspects of marriage and divorce, and it is the basis for determining the legal rights of spouses and…
Inheritance contracts are an important aspect of estate planning and succession management. In Turkey, the Turkish Civil Code provides regulations regarding inheritance contracts, which are…
The ongoing economic sanctions against Russia have resulted in increased difficulty for Russian nationals looking to establish companies abroad. However, there is a solution that…
Compulsory Earthquake insurance is a vital component in the protection of homes against earthquakes and related disasters like fire, explosion, landslide, and tsunami. In the…
As Turkey continues to emerge as a hub for foreign investment, many international companies are seeking a presence in the country to take advantage of…
Turkey has a rapidly growing economy and is considered as a prime destination for foreign investment. With its favorable economic conditions, many foreign companies are…
Finding a nominee director in Turkey can be a complex task for businesses, but having a trusted law office on your side can make the…
Opening a bank account for a company in Turkey can be a challenge if it has foreign directors or shareholders. Banks in Turkey have become…
Legal requirements: In some countries, it is a legal requirement for companies to have a certain number of directors on their board, and a nominee…
Establishing a company in a Free Zone in Turkey provides a range of advantages for businesses looking to expand into the country. Free Zones are…
Intentional Injury To act intentionally means to do something on purpose and deliberately. Injury simply means damage or harm to one’s body. Intentional injury means…
A software escrow agent service agreement is a legal contract between a software developer and an escrow agent that outlines the terms and conditions of…
An escrow account is a type of financial arrangement in which a third party holds and regulates payment of the funds required for two parties…
Escrow is a legal concept that is used in Turkey to ensure the safe and secure transfer of funds and property. It is a process…
In Turkey, an individual’s criminal record can only be accessed by the Attorney General’s Office or the individual themselves after a period of five years…
The company will be terminated in accordance with the legal reasons for termination and the decision of the shareholders. The terminated company will then begin…
Escrow agreements are a useful tool for protecting the interests of both parties in a contract. They involve transferring obligations to a third party, known…
Turkish lawyers can help you find a nominee director in Turkey, who can assist with the management of your company when you are not in…
The following are sexual offences against sexual inviolability in Turkey; Sexual assault (Art.102) (cinsel suçlar) Sexual abuse of children (Art.103) ( cocuklarin cinsel istismari) Sexual…
Intentional Injury To act intentionally means to do something on purpose and deliberately. Injury simply means damage or harm to one’s body. Intentional injury means…
If the parties have a valid reason for terminating the employment contract, they may do it immediately. Introduction : One of the grounds for termination…
As previously indicated, employees with at least six months of seniority and who work under an indefinite-term contract at a company with at least 30…
Introduction In principle, indefinite-term employment contracts can be ended by serving notice on the other party by the terminating party.” The parties to such contracts…
Serious criminal offences against life are regulated by the Turkish Penal Code (“TCP”) and covers acts of homicide and suicide. Homicide Voluntary Manslaughter – Intentional…
The smuggling of migrants Article 79 of the Turkish Penal Code (“TPC”) regulates crimes regarding the smuggling of immigrants. The smuggling of migrants is defined…
Social media is an important part of the marketing mix, and following the ground rules is critical to a company’s reputation. We advise on content,…
SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENTS When you click “Accept” on a piece of software, a software end-user license agreement protects you and your users by…
WEBSITE LEGAL COMPLIANCE Whether you run an e-commerce or brochure site, a social network or a blog, any website visited by a UK or EU…
The Turkish Data Protection Law (“TDPL”) was drafted similar to the EU’s Directive 95/46/EC, which was abolished by the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”).…
Information technologies and the Internet have found a place in our lives and has made it very easy with innovations. However, the result of these…
As an alternative to international refrugee protection, under Turkish law a foreigner may also seek for humanitarian residence permit. This residence permit type has an…
Under Turkish Law, there are two (2) types of dispositions or transfers of property that take effect upon the death of the person making it…
Many foreigners confronted with the situation of losing their rights on inheritance stemming from their relatives in Turkey. Turkish citizens abroad generally register their children…
Any company incorporated under the laws of a foreign country may establish a liaison office (aka representative office) in Turkey upon obtaining a license from…
Investment Office of Turkey prepared a guidance related to establishment of Branch office in Turkey. As law office, we thought the best guidance would be…
Turkey where stands as a crossroad of the civilisations, it had always been a place of asylum seekers since from its history. First international treaty…
Turkey where stands as a crossroad of the civilisations, it had always been a place of asylum seekers since from its history. First international treaty…
Obtaining Apostilles in Turkey can be complex. Avoid trusting untrained or inexperienced people who don’t understand the process well enough and who do not have…
The purpose of this article is to explain the rights of foreigners who are banned to enter to Turkey. Upon deportation from Turkey, an entry…
Our English speaking lawyer often visits Sapanca. Our law office provides legal services in English. Because of our profoundly established business relations in Sapanca, it…
Introduction With the increase in road traffic accidents and resulting injuries, including death, there is the question of how is it possible to protect a…
Tort Law Introduction Suppose a motorist knocks you off the sidewalk as you were walking or off your bicycle as you were riding, is this…
Introduction Succession law concerns the distribution of a person’s property on his or her death and is a vital area that affects almost everyone. Succession…
Introduction In the previous article on defining the “foreign law” element in Private International Law (“PIL” or “Conflict of Laws”), an example was given of…
Some Conventions that Turkey is party 1. 19.5.1956 dated (Convention on the Contract for the International Carriage of Goods by Road) (O.J.Number 22161, 4.1.1995).…
Consequences of a Divorce Decision in Turkey Introduction Turkey’s Constitution provides for several protections to the institution of family that are implemented through several statutory…
Introduction Over the years, the problem of how to define the rules of private international law (“PIL” or “Conflict of Laws”) has been evident as…
Introduction A business that intends to operate in Turkey needs to know the type of company it should form as well as the requirements needed…
Introduction Commercial law governs the broad areas of business, commerce and consumer transactions. It involves issues that arise during the course of running a business…
Turkey was ranked third in medical tourism by the International Medical Travel Journal. Accordingly, malpractice cases related to foreigners increases day by day. Health tourism…
This article is written for the purpose of enlightening the law society concerning the last developments in Turkey regarding the enforcement of ICSID awards. There…
In this article, you can find relevant responses for the questions concerning traffic accidents. Compensation and civil law procedure is explained with details in accordance…
This article is explaining the issues concerning proving the damage of a victim by forensic hospitals under Turkish Law. It touches on the issue related…
Under Turkish Law, after five years later convicted person can request expunge his/her criminal record. The right against self-incrimination arises as an inherent right of…
Opening a bank account for foreigners without residence permit is possible. In addition, Turkey does not require any presence in Turkey from the foreign entities.…
Ottoman title deeds has different classification depending on the date of the document. In 19th century, “defteri hakani” documents are issued as a property document…
There are many accidents resulted with injury and even death in Turkey. As a touristic country , there are many foreign victims filed law suit…
In case of a car accident that you confronted in Turkey, our first advice is to get a accident report from the police. If you…
This article is written to inform the public and to prevent them to involve a crime under Turkish legislation. It is important to inform the…
The preestablishment permits to be taken from The Undersecretariat of Treasury and Ministry of Industry and Trade, required by the previous legislation has been abolished.Aim…
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The Republic of Turkey legally recognizes marriages executed in Turkey only after the marriage is registered at a local Vital Statistics office (Nufus Dairesi). In…
PART ONE General Provisions Purpose Article 1 – These Regulations have been prepared for the purpose of prescribing the rules pertaining to the establishment, operation,…
Under Turkish Law, there is a difference between recognition of foreign decision and enforcement of the decision. Applicant may ask recognition of the foreign decision…
Within the scope of the Law No. 5233 on the Compensation of Damages Resulting from Terrorism and the Fight against Terrorism, the damages of our…
The competent court related to the foreign elements involved divorce cases are the courts which have jurisdiction over concerning alimony, guardianship, liquation and compensation. Accordingly,…
This article aims at explaining enforcement of foreign judgments obtained from Courts of Iran in Turkey. It explains the procedure of implementation of Iranian Decrees/Decisions…
As in common law countries, Turkish Law also covers damages stemming from death involved incidents by third parties. Traffic Accidents, Construction Accidents and other death…
In Turkey, the employment contract may be terminated in several ways; By the consent of the parties about terminating the contractual relation. By the death…
Article 166/3 of Turkish Civil Code permits a divorce by mutual consent under specific conditions. Accordingly, spouses can divorce based on a mutual agreement concluded…
The claims of compensation because of a unlawful act cease after a certain period of time. Normally the term is 2 years running from the…
Personal injury liability is well described under Tort Law Definition of Turkish Obligation Code. Under Turkish Law, there must be 4 conditions for tortius liability…
In this article I tried to explained the new development in Turkish Law upon Turkish Constitution Court Decision related to rejection of 1 year statue…
The competent court related to the foreign elements involved divorce cases are the courts which have jurisdiction over concerning alimony, guardianship, liquation and compensation. Accordingly,…
Is it possible to enforce Austrian judgments in Turkey? There is a mutual international agreement (Legal, Commercial and Judicial Cooperation Agreement between Republic of Turkey…
Is it possible to enforce Ukraine judgments in Turkey? There is a mutual international agreement (Legal, Commercial and Judicial Cooperation Agreement between Republic of Turkey…
As a civil based law country (continental European Law) in Turkey, enforcement of foreign judgments are entitled to specific provision in International Private Act (MOHUK).…
High Court 11st Council of Law Case number: 2007/1335 decision number: 2007/3808 Decision date: 02.03.2007 Subject : Enforcement of Foreign Judgment, this decision of high…
This article aims at explaining enforcement of foreign judgments obtained from Courts of Romania in Turkey. It explains the procedure of implementation of Romanian Decrees/Decisions…
This page aims at explaining deportation law in Turkey under new law called protection on foreigners. Related provisions regarding deportation can be seen above: As…
This article aims at explaining enforcement of foreign judgments obtained from Courts of Poland in Turkey. It explains the procedure of implementation of Polish Decrees/Decisions…
This article aims at explaining enforcement of foreign judgments obtained from Courts of China in Turkey. It explains the procedure of implementation of Chinese Decrees/Decisions…
This article aim to explain Enforcement Procedure and Conditions in Turkey. International private and civil procedure law of Turkey and Turkish Procedure Law are the…
This article aims to explain about Appointment of a Turkish Lawyer with Power of Attorney. – Representation of an applicant at the court is only…
This article aims to clarify the matters concerning Turkish citizenship acquisition in relation with Turkish Citizenship Law. The article touched on the questions and answers…
Regulation (EC) No 384/96 aims to transpose the provisions of the new agreement on the implementation of Article VI of the General Agreement on Tariffs…
UNITED NATIONS COMMISION ON INTERNATIONAL TRADE LAW Article 30. Settlement “(1) If, during arbitral proceedings, the parties settle the dispute, the arbitral tribunal shall terminate…
Institutions and organizations which are responsible for electric distribution and transmission in Turkey and their legal grounds by taking account of their duties and hyriearchic…
The article aims to clarify the conditions of being foreign investor in Turkey and the scope of Turkish Direct Foreign investment law which come into…
This Article examines the legal situation of Sales of Real Estates to Foreigners in Turkey. The recent changes in Turkish legislation in regard with real…
In this article, historical background of Alternative Dispute Resolutions and its legal position in Turkish law are examined. Law in Ottoman Empire Ottoman legal system…