Inheritance Lawyer in Istanbul - Inheritance Lawyers in Istanbul

The activities of the inheritance lawyer in Istanbul are conducted by the lawyers of Mıhcı Law Firm who are highly experienced in inheritance law cases.

In the following sections, we have discussed the fees, contact information, role and significance in the process of the inheritance lawyer in Istanbul and answer the frequently asked questions. We kindly suggest reading them carefully.

İçindekiler

1 Inheritance Lawyer Activities in Istanbul
2 Contact Information of Inheritance Lawyer in Istanbul
3 Fees of Inheritance Lawyers in Istanbul
4 Frequently Asked Questions
5 In Which Court Are Inheritance Lawsuits Held in Istanbul?
6 What Does an Istanbul Inheritance Lawyer Do?
7 Importance of the Inheritance Lawyer

Inheritance Lawyer Activities in Istanbul

Lawyers in Istanbul of Mıhcı Law Firm provide inheritance lawyer services to their clients from their law office in Mecidiyeköy, Istanbul.

The activities of Mıhcı Law Firm inheritance lawyer in Istanbul can be listed as follows in general:

Portion of the inheritance,
Legal processes such as interim injunction, annotation, contract, etc. for the prevention of inheritance evasion,
Process and proceedings of disclaimer of inheritance,
Proceedings for renunciation of inheritance,
Drafting, execution and annulment proceedings for the testament,
Disinheritance proceedings,
Obtaining the certificate of inheritance, and lawsuit against the certificate of inheritance,
Lawsuit for the detection of heritage assets,
The proceeding for the transfer of the inheritance share to another person,
Lawsuits for such as elimination of joint ownership, annulment of disposal in case of inheritance evasion, etc,
Drafting, implementation and enforcement of the contract for lifelong support and the lawsuits arising therefrom.

Those mentioned above are the most common inheritance law cases in Istanbul. In addition to these, the inheritance lawyer in Istanbul also conducts other inheritance law activities efficiently.

Contact Information of Inheritance Lawyer in Istanbul

Address of Mıhcı Law Istanbul Office: Ortaklar Avenue. No: 14, Floor: 4, Apartment: 7, Mecidiyeköy Şişli / Istanbul.

Phone Number of Inheritance Lawyer in Istanbul: +90 (212) 909 19 94

E-Mail Address: info@mihci.av.tr

Office Hours: 09.00 – 19.00 on weekdays (For appointments out of working hours, you can contact our office directly.)

Fees of Inheritance Lawyers in Istanbul

The fee of inheritance lawyer in Istanbul is determined between the client and the inheritance lawyer freely. The fee will be determined by the value of the lawsuit, in which stage the dispute is at, how long the dispute will last, what kind of procedures will be conducted, etc.

Furthermore, the advisory lawyer’s fee tariff of the Istanbul Bar Association is also important for the determination of the fee. The inheritance lawyer fee in Istanbul is usually determined by this tariff. But this tariff is not binding upon lawyers. This tariff is solely advisory and for guidance.

This means that the inheritance lawyer fee in Istanbul may be above or below the fees in the table below. For clarification on this issue, you should ask an inheritance lawyer in Istanbul.

2022 inheritance lawyer fee in Istanbul is stated in the advisory tariff of Istanbul Bar Association as follows:

PROCEEDINGS OF INHERITANCE LAW IN ISTANBUL,	2022 INHERITANCE LAWYER FEES ISTANBUL (BAR ASSOCIATION ADVICE),
Obtaining the certificate of inheritance,	10.500,00 TL,
Lawsuit for the elimination of joint ownership	10% of the amount inherited by the client, but not less than 25.000,00 TL,
Interim injunction on heritage,	15.000,00 TL,
Renunciation of the inheritance,	15.000,00 TL,
Appointing a representative to a company or community of heirs,	15.000,00 TL,
Bookkeeping in inheritance,	10% of the value of the lawsuit, but not less than 20.000,00 TL,
Cancellation of the certificate of inheritance,	15.000,00 TL,
Lawsuits for cancelmant and hotchpot,	15% of the value based on the decision fee, not less than 38.000,00 TL,
Lawsuits for cancellation and registration of title deeds,	15% of the value of the lawsuit, but not less than 44.000,00 TL,
Action for annulment of testament,	15% of the value of the lawsuit, but not less than 44.000,00 TL,
Action for pre-emption,	15% of the value of the lawsuit, but not less than 38.000,00 TL,
Action for adequate pay	15% of the value of the lawsuit, but not less than 31.000,00 TL
Lawsuits for cancellation of disposal,	15% of the value of the lawsuit, but not less than 25.500 TL,
Drafting a written warning, notice, certificate of protest,	8.000,00 TL,
Drafting contracts of inheritance, exception, allotment,	38.000,00 TL,
Any other contract, e.g. contract for lifelong support, etc,	22.000,00 TL,
Drafting a testament,	22.000,00 TL.

Frequently Asked Questions

Above, we have mentioned about the fees, contact information and activities of inheritance lawyer in Istanbul. However, we also find it useful to answer some frequently asked questions.

What are the Expenses of Inheritance Lawsuits in Istanbul?

The duration of inheritance lawsuits in Istanbul depends on the actual situation. To exemplify these;

Drafting a testament, contract etc: between 2 days and 2 weeks,
Lawsuits for revocation of disposal, title deed cancellation-registration, elimination of joint ownership, reduction: between 1 year and 3 years,
Adequate pay, pre-emption right, etc. lawsuits: between 1 year and 2 years,
Renunciation of inheritance, imposition of interim injunction on heritage: between 3 days and 1 month
Obtaining the certificate of inheritance: Can be done immediately at the notary. If a lawsuit is required, between 3 months and 1 year

The durations we list here may differ for each lawsuit and each dispute. In some lawsuits and legal proceedings, it may not be possible to contact with other inheritors. In such cases, notice by publication is required. Such proceedings may extend the duration. Under any circumstances, getting assistance from an inheritance lawyer in Istanbul will lead to a positive result in terms of duration.

What are the Expenses of Inheritance Lawsuits in Istanbul?

The expenses for an inheritance lawsuit in Istanbul depend on the court the lawsuit is filed in and the type of proceedings. These are the fees and expenses paid to the court cashier. For example, in lawsuits such as title deed cancellation-registration, purchase, pre-emption, elimination of joint ownership, reduction, etc:

Application Fee: 37 TL
Advance Fee: 68.31 TL per thousand of the value of the lawsuit.
But these cases are mostly filed as unquantified debt lawsuits.
Fixed Fee: 80,70 TL ( the lawsuit requires either an advance fee or a fixed fee)
Notification Expenses: 260 TL
Power of Attorney Copy Fee: 11.5 TL
Expert Witness Fee: 290 TL ( it can be above for specialized expert witness examinations)
Exploration Expenses: 671.9 TL
Witness Expenses: 40 TL (per witness)
For Other Actions and Proceedings: 130 TL

Most of these fees and expenses are costs that are charged by the court at the beginning of inheritance lawsuits in Istanbul. Only costs such as expert witness fees, discovery and witness expenses are demanded and paid during the lawsuit when it is time for that proceeding.

Apart from these; fees and expenses are occured at Istanbul Notaries for obtaining a certificate of inheritance, contract for lifelong support, a written testament, etc. Depending on the value of the contract, these costs are between 300 TL and 5000 TL approximately.

How to Determine the Inheritance Lawyer Fee in Istanbul?

While determining the inheritance lawyer fee in Istanbul, some factors are considered. These factors are Istanbul Bar Association’s advisory fee tariff, the scope of the activity, the type of activity, the estimated duration of the activity, the variety of the activities to be conducted, etc. All these factors are considered together and a fee is determined above or below the tariff of the Istanbul Bar Association, based on the characteristics of the actual situation.

When is the Inheritance Lawyer Fee Paid in Istanbul?

In some lawsuits and proceedings, the fee of the inheritance lawyer in Istanbul is charged in advance at the beginning. In some lawsuits and proceedings, it is charged in installments. In most inheritance lawsuits, there is an initial advance payment and then at the end of the lawsuit, a percentage (a set percentage) is taken based on the winning amount. Please consult an inheritance lawyer in Istanbul for detailed information.

How to Find the Best Inheritance Lawyer in Istanbul?

It is not very common to use the term ” best inheritance lawyer in Istanbul” among lawyers. Because this term is contrary to the rules of professional ethics of the Union of Turkish Bar Associations.

However, in the community it is common to call lawyers who are specialized and experienced in inheritance law the best inheritance lawyer in Istanbul. Since its establishment, Mıhcı Law Firm has been focusing on inheritance lawsuits and inheritance law proceedings.

In Which Court Are Inheritance Lawsuits Held in Istanbul?

Inheritance lawsuits and inheritance law proceedings in Istanbul are conducted in different judicial authorities. We can explain them with a table:

ACTIVITIES OF INHERITANCE LAWYER IN ISTANBUL,	INHERITANCE LAW AUTHORITIES IN ISTANBUL,
Obtaining the certificate of inheritance,	Notary Publics in Istanbul for undisputed cases, and Civil Courts of Peace in Istanbul for disputed cases,
Lawsuit for the elimination of joint ownership	Civil Courts of Peace in Istanbul,
Interim injunction on heritage,	Civil Courts of Peace in Istanbul,
Renunciation of the inheritance,	Civil Courts of Peace in Istanbul,
Appointing a representative to a company or community of heirs,	Civil Courts of Peace in Istanbul,
Bookkeeping in inheritance,	Civil Courts of Peace in Istanbul,
Cancellation of the certificate of inheritance,	Civil Courts of First Instance in Istanbul,
Lawsuits for cancelmant and hotchpot,	Civil Courts of First Instance in Istanbul
Lawsuits for cancellation and registration of title deeds,	Civil Courts of First Instance in Istanbul
Action for annulment of testament,	Civil Courts of First Instance in Istanbul
Action for pre-emption,	Civil Courts of First Instance in Istanbul
Action for adequate pay	Civil Courts of First Instance in Istanbul
Lawsuits for cancellation of disposal,	Civil Courts of First Instance in Istanbul
Drafting a written warning, notice, certificate of protest,	Notaries Public in Istanbul
Drafting contracts of inheritance, exception, allotment,	Notaries Public in Istanbul
Any other contract, e.g. contract for lifelong support, etc,	Notaries Public in Istanbul,
Drafting a testament,	Notaries Public in Istanbul.

What Does an Istanbul Inheritance Lawyer Do?

The inheritance lawyer in Istanbul has a very crucial role in inheritance law lawsuits and actions. Proceedings and lawsuits for portion of the inheritance that do not comply with the requirements of the law and current judicial decisions may cause irreparable damages or extend the process.

Below are the examples of the significant activities of the inheritance lawyer in Istanbul during this process:

While obtaining a certificate of inheritance; various factors should be taken into consideration such as previous testaments, heirs of the deceased heirs, etc. Without taking them into consideration, requesting a certificate of inheritance will cause problems in the long-term. The certificate of inheritance may be canceled, thus unnecessary loss of rights may arise.
Inheritance evasion is a very common incident in practice. In some cases it is possible to prevent this beforehand. In order to evaluate such incidents and to obtain an injunction quickly, you should consult an inheritance lawyer in Istanbul.
If there has been an inheritance evasion already, the legal process must be initiated immediately. Lawsuits for annulment of the disposal, cancellation-registration of the title deed, or reduction can be filed. The decisions of the Court of Cassation are very important in these lawsuits. Because there are several presumptions regarding the intention to inheritance evasion. It is very important to constantly monitor the current Court of Cassation decisions in order to succeed in these lawsuits.
Inheritance law contracts and testaments must be written cautiously. A legal basis that does not cause legal disputes in the mid and long-term should be established. At this point, it is very important to get assistance from an inheritance lawyer in Istanbul.

Importance of the Inheritance Lawyer

Above, we have mentioned about the fees, contact information and activity areas of inheritance lawyer in Istanbul.

These are not the only activities and functions that the inheritance lawyer performs during the legal process. It is necessary to be able to find solutions quickly and efficiently against legal problems that arise instantaneously. Consequently, it is absolutely recommended to consult an Istanbul law firm.

PS: If you are looking for an inheritance lawyer in Ankara and its surroundings, you can read our article titled ” Inheritance Lawyer in Ankara“.