Professional legal support for inheritance distribution, estate proceedings, will preparation, and all inheritance-related legal matters in Mersin and throughout Turkey.
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Over 5 years of specialized inheritance and estate law experience
Complete confidentiality and respectful handling of inheritance matters
Successful resolution of hundreds of inheritance and estate cases
Fast and effective legal solutions for inheritance procedures
Complete legal support for fair distribution among heirs, estate partition cases, and protection of inheritance rights.
Expert guidance on obtaining inheritance certificates, certificate of heirship cases, and preparation of inheritance documents.
Professional assistance with preparing legally valid wills, contesting wills, and annulment of will cases.
Legal support for protecting reserved portion rights, abatement cases, and defending inheritance rights.
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Yes, foreign heirs can inherit and have title to real estate in Turkey transferred to their names. Heirs and their shares are determined according to the Turkish Civil Code, and specific steps are required to register the property in the heirs' names. Because international elements can complicate the process, it is advisable to seek legal support.
To prove heir status, you generally need a certificate of inheritance (veraset ilamı), which can be obtained from a Turkish Peace Court (Sulh Hukuk Mahkemesi), or an equivalent inheritance certificate issued by the competent authorities in the deceased's home country. Documents issued abroad must undergo legalization, such as an apostille or approval from the relevant Turkish consulate, to be valid in Turkey. This document is the basis for the title deed transfer.
Yes, heirs have the right to disclaim an inheritance. As a rule, a disclaimer must be filed with the Peace Court in the last place of residence of the deceased within three months of their death. This is particularly relevant where the deceased had significant debts.
Yes, acquiring real estate through inheritance is subject to an inheritance and transfer tax. After the transfer, heirs must file a declaration with the relevant tax office and pay the tax, which is calculated based on the property's assessed market value. It is essential to follow the process completely to fulfill these obligations.
Yes, Gönen Law Office in Mersin assists foreign heirs with inheritance matters, including obtaining the certificate of inheritance, transferring title, and meeting tax obligations. Our team provides guidance in English, Turkish, and Russian. Each inheritance case is evaluated on its own merits.
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