Turkish Inheritance Law

Your English-speaking law firm for Probate, Certificate of Inheritance, Heirs, Wills, and Real Estate in Turkey – Stuttgart, Frankfurt/Eschborn & Istanbul.

About Us

Your Law Firm for International & Turkish Inheritance Law – Advice on Inheritance and Estate in Turkey
Inheritance Turkey Law Firm specializes in Turkish and international inheritance law. We advise and represent international clients who have inheritance claims, estate regulations, or real estate assets in Turkey. As experienced lawyers for international inheritance law in Turkey, we offer legally secure, transparent, and efficient solutions in all questions of inheritance law.

Whether probate proceedings, estate administration, wills, certificates of inheritance, or disputes between heirs – we support you with profound expertise and years of experience in Turkish inheritance law. Thanks to our dual competence in multiple legal systems, we reliably accompany you in every phase of your proceedings – from the initial consultation to court representation.

If you are looking for an English-speaking lawyer for inheritance law in Turkey, you have come to the right place.

  • Specialization in Turkish Inheritance Law (20+ years of experience)
  • Legally secure & transparent implementation in English
  • Cross-border estates, real estate & court proceedings
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Our Practice Areas in Turkish Inheritance Law

Our law firm specializes in international and Turkish inheritance law. Below you will find our main areas of practice regarding inheritance and estates in Turkey.

Estate Administration Turkey

Estate Administration in Turkey

We accompany international clients through the complete estate administration in Turkey – from opening the probate proceedings to transferring inherited real estate.

Certificate of Inheritance Proceedings Turkey

Certificate of Inheritance and Court Probate Proceedings

Support in applying for the Certificate of Inheritance and court proceedings in Turkey. We represent you before Turkish authorities and courts – securely, efficiently, and bilingually.

Real Estate Turkey

Transfer of Real Estate from Inheritance

Legal and notarial support for the transfer of real estate in the land registry in Turkey. We clarify tax obligations and accompany the entire transfer process.

International Inheritance Cases Turkey

International Inheritance Cases involving Turkey

Advice on cross-border estate cases and coordination with foreign authorities. We combine international and Turkish inheritance law for a unified solution.

Will Turkey

Will and Inheritance Contract under Turkish Law

Advice and preparation of wills and inheritance contracts under international and Turkish law. We ensure that your last will is implemented legally securely in Turkey as well.

Compulsory Portion Turkey

Compulsory Portion, Statutory Succession, and Estate Division

Advice on statutory succession in Turkey as well as representation in compulsory portion claims and disputes among heirs. We develop amicable or judicial solutions.

Inheritance Tax Turkey

Inheritance Tax and Tax Advice

Analysis and planning for inheritance tax in Turkey, including double taxation issues. We develop tax-optimized solutions and take care of declaration obligations.

Legal Advice Turkey

Legal Advice for Heirs and Estate Administrators

Comprehensive legal support for heirs, co-heirs, and estate administrators in proceedings in Turkey. Bilingual consultation (English–Turkish) and direct representation before Turkish courts.

How We Work

Our law firm for Turkish inheritance law advises clients on certificates of inheritance, estate administration, and real estate transfer in Turkey. Specialized English-speaking lawyers for Turkish inheritance law in Istanbul, Frankfurt, and Stuttgart. You can also reach us from major international cities. We accompany you step by step in Turkish inheritance law – from the first consultation to the successful estate administration in Turkey.

Initial Consultation Turkey

Initial Consultation

In a personal or online meeting, we analyze your inheritance and estate situation in Turkey. You will receive an initial assessment of Miras hukuku, wills, real estate, and inheritance claims under Turkish law.

Strategy & Preparation

Strategy & Preparation

We develop a tailored legal strategy – be it the recognition of a will, applying for a Certificate of Inheritance, or estate administration. Our focus is on legal security, transparency, and tax optimization.

Implementation & Representation

Implementation & Representation

We implement the planned solution consistently – from court representation to the transfer of real estate in the estate. Our experience in international Turkish inheritance law guarantees a secure and efficient execution of your inheritance matters.

We Support You in All Questions of Turkish Inheritance Law

Support in the administration of estates and court inheritance proceedings in Turkey, including certificates of inheritance and asset transfer. Our experienced lawyers advise you bilingually and accompany the entire process legally securely.

Succession Turkey

Succession under Turkish Law

We advise you on statutory and testamentary succession under Turkish law. Our lawyers explain how the inheritance shares of spouses, children, and parents are calculated under Turkish inheritance law and help with legally secure estate regulation.

Will Turkey

Will & Inheritance Contract

We support you in the drafting, recognition, and enforcement of wills and inheritance contracts under Turkish and international law. Thus, your last will is implemented legally effectively in both countries.

Probate Proceedings Turkey

Probate Proceedings in Turkey

We accompany you in the administration of probate proceedings – from applying for the Certificate of Inheritance to asset transfer. Our law firm handles all correspondence with Turkish authorities and courts.

Real Estate Turkey

Real Estate & Inheritance

Have you inherited real estate in Turkey? We take care of the legally secure transfer of ownership, land registry entry, and tax valuation of estate real estate.

Cross-border Inheritance Cases

Cross-border Inheritance Cases

Many inheritance cases involve both your home country and Turkey. We coordinate proceedings, documents, and estate administrations in both countries to avoid double proceedings and legal uncertainties.

Inheritance Tax Turkey

Inheritance Tax & Finances

We advise you on tax obligations and structuring options for inheritances with assets in Turkey. Our experts explain when and where inheritance tax applies and how you can avoid double taxation.

Lawyers & Partners

Inheritance Turkey is led by two partners who combine years of experience in international Turkish inheritance law, corporate, and real estate law. Our partners stand for profound legal expertise, clear communication, and personal client care – in Europe and Turkey.

Attorney Ibrahim Halil Koyuncu

Av. Ibrahim Halil Koyuncu LL.M.

Attorney at Law | Partner

Istanbul · Eschborn

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Attorney Fatih Doğan

Dr. Fatih Doğan

Attorney at Law | Partner

Istanbul · Stuttgart

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What Clients Say About Us

Our clients trust our years of experience in international Turkish inheritance law. Here is some feedback from clients we have successfully accompanied in estate administration and Miras matters in Turkey:

client

"Many thanks for the great and fast help. After 60 years, father and son could finally find each other again."

Silja Çınar

Berlin

Client

"A friendly legal team with a large portion of passion for the profession, friendly and competent. Strategic approach – experienced and goal-oriented. THANK YOU."

Murat Kara

Cologne

Client

"Thank you for the quick, competent advice and assessment. It helped me make the right decision – especially with matters abroad."

Anetta Wölbert

Boppard

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Turkish Inheritance Law

Which laws apply to inheritance cases involving Turkey?

For international Turkish inheritance cases, the national law of the deceased is usually decisive. We check whether international or Turkish law applies and how this affects inheritance shares and assets.

Can I take over real estate inherited in Turkey while living abroad?

Yes, a transfer of ownership is possible. We handle the entire process including land registry entry, tax declaration, and representation before Turkish authorities.

How does the estate administration proceed in Turkey?

The procedure includes applying for the Certificate of Inheritance, notarial steps, and tax notifications. Our law firm conducts all phases bilingually and in compliance with the law.

How can I avoid uncertainties regarding the compulsory portion?

We advise you on statutory succession and help to draft a will or inheritance contract in such a way that compulsory portion claims are clearly regulated.

Blog – Latest News on Turkish Inheritance Law

We regularly publish short articles on Turkish inheritance law. Read more about topics such as certificates of inheritance, estate administration, or inheritance tax:

Certificate of Inheritance Turkey

Certificate of Inheritance in Turkey: Process and Requirements

When and how to apply for a Certificate of Inheritance in Turkey – everything you need to know.

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Inheritance Tax Turkey

Inheritance Tax Turkey vs. Abroad

How do tax regulations differ and what needs to be considered regarding double taxation?

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Contact

Inheritance Turkey | Dr. Doğan & Koyuncu – Your international law firm for Turkish inheritance law. We advise you at three locations in Turkey and Germany.

Istanbul

Inheritance Turkey
Sanayi Cad. 44, Nish Istanbul D-Blok 154
Bahçelievler – 34196 Istanbul, Turkey
info@erbrecht-tuerkei.de
Tel: +90 212 415 43 48

Stuttgart / Ostfildern

Lawyer Turkey – Turkish Inheritance Law
Ostfildern, Germany
info@erbrecht-tuerkei.de
Tel: +49 711 9533 85 68


Eschborn / Frankfurt

Inheritance Turkey
Ligusterweg 26
65760 Eschborn, Germany
info@erbrecht-tuerkei.de
Tel: +49 151 4700 3284


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