Inheritance Law Expert

Istanbul Inheritance Lawyer

Name: Koçak Law Firm
Address: Emir Street No: 10, Kartal, İstanbul, 34862, Turkey
Telephone: +90 541 348 2551
Price range: $$

Short answer: An Istanbul inheritance lawyer handles certificate-of-inheritance applications at the notary or civil court of peace, refusal of inheritance, partition and reduction (tenkis) actions and sham-transaction (muvazaa) cases at the general civil courts. Procedure and outcome depend on heir status, evidence and case-specific facts.

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25+

Inheritance Cases

Years Experience

86404

Istanbul Bar Reg. No.

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Inheritance Law Services

Inheritance law regulates the transfer of assets after death. From will preparation to inheritance disputes, from reduction cases to estate fraud, we protect your inheritance rights. As Koçak Law, we have handled 25+ inheritance files in Istanbul, evaluating each estate under Book III of the Turkish Civil Code with attention to family dynamics and reserved-share protections.

In Turkey, inheritance is governed by the Turkish Civil Code (Book III). The system provides both legal heirs (spouse, children, parents) and testamentary disposition through wills. Importantly, Turkish law protects reserved shares (saklı pay) — even a will cannot fully disinherit certain heirs.

Our inheritance law services cover will preparation and contestation, estate division and partition lawsuits, reserved share (tenkis) claims, inheritance fraud (muris muvazaası) cases, inheritance certificates, inheritance rejection, estate inventory and valuation, and inheritance tax advisory. Each case is approached with sensitivity to family dynamics while firmly protecting our client's legal rights.

Our Services

Inheritance Division

Fair division of inheritance assets

Will Testament

Will preparation and contestation

Reduction Case

Reserved share violation cases

Inheritance Fraud

Asset concealment from heirs

Certificate of Inheritance

Obtaining inheritance certificate

Rejection of Inheritance

Inheritance rejection procedure

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about inheritance law

How long do I have to file an inheritance lawsuit?

Inheritance claims must be filed within 1 year of learning of the inheritance, or 10 years at most. For reduction claims, this period is 1 year.

How do I get a certificate of inheritance?

A certificate of inheritance can be obtained from the civil court of peace or a notary in the deceased's last residence. Population records and death certificate are required.

Can I reject an inheritance?

Yes, inheritance rejection must be filed with the civil court within 3 months. This right can be used to avoid inheriting debts.

What is a reserved share claim?

Reserved share is the minimum inheritance right granted by law. If violated by a will, a reduction claim can be filed.

How do I file an inheritance fraud lawsuit?

If the deceased made fraudulent sales to hide assets, heirs can file a title cancellation lawsuit. This claim has no statute of limitations.

How much does an inheritance lawyer cost?

Inheritance lawyer fees depend on case complexity and estate value. Typically 10-15% of recovered amount or a fixed fee is charged.

How does inheritance co-ownership end?

Inheritance co-ownership ends by heirs' agreement or through a partition lawsuit. Court divides properties physically or by sale, giving each heir their share.

Can I waive my inheritance rights?

Yes, a waiver agreement can be made with heirs while the testator is alive. The agreement must be notarized. Waiver can be with or without consideration.

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Inheritance Case Process

Estate Status Analysis

The deceased's assets, debts, will status, and heirs are determined.

Obtaining Inheritance Certificate

Certificate of inheritance is obtained from civil court or notary.

Estate Inventory

All assets are investigated through land registry, banks, and other institutions.

Division Negotiations

Settlement between heirs is attempted. If no agreement, litigation phase begins.

Litigation & Registration

Partition, reduction, or title cancellation lawsuit is filed. Title registration is completed when decision is finalized.

Required Documents

Certificate of inheritance

Death certificate of the deceased

Population registry extract (all heirs)

Title deeds and asset documents

Will / testament (if applicable)

Bank account statements

Inheritance tax declaration

ID document and power of attorney

Example Cases

Inheritance Fraud - Title Cancellation

The deceased had transferred 3 properties worth ₺5M to his son through sham sales before death. We filed an inheritance fraud lawsuit on behalf of 4 other heirs. Fraud was proven through low sale price and witness statements.

Title cancellation of 3 properties + registration to heirs

Reduction Case - Reserved Share

Our client's mother had left all her estate to one child through a will. We filed a reduction claim on behalf of 3 siblings claiming their reserved share.

₺750,000 reserved share delivered to each heir

Termination of Co-ownership

A plot and 2 apartments remained undivided among 5 heirs for 7 years. We filed a termination of co-ownership lawsuit and achieved division by sale. Auction process was conducted transparently.

Total ₺4.2M sale proceeds distributed to 5 heirs by shares

Our Expert Approach

Av. Burak Koçak is registered with the Istanbul Bar Association under registration number 86404 and has been resolving inheritance matters in Istanbul for 7+ years. Across 25+ files the practice has built experience in will contestation, estate division, reserved-share claims and inheritance-fraud cases, balancing legal precision with sensitivity to family relationships.

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