The divorce process, which is one of the complex periods in life, can be challenging both emotionally and legally. Receiving correct guidance and professional support during this process is of great importance in terms of protecting your rights and ensuring that the process proceeds smoothly. We are by your side with our family law and divorce lawyer services.
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What is Family and Divorce Law?
Family law is a branch of law that regulates the rights, responsibilities and obligations of individuals within the family. It deals with issues such as the formation, functioning and dissolution of the family, which is the most fundamental building block of society. Family law is one of the most important areas within the scope of civil law and covers matters such as marriage, divorce, custody, maintenance, and property division.
As a sub-branch of family law, divorce law regulates the process of legally terminating a marriage. While determining the rights and obligations of the parties, divorce law also aims to provide solutions to issues such as child custody, property division and maintenance.
What Topics Does Family Law Cover?
- Marriage and Engagement
- Prenuptial agreement and legal requirements
- Legal consequences of engagement
- Divorce Process
- Contested divorce
- Contested divorce
- The consequences of divorce (custody, property division, maintenance)
- Custody and Children's Rights
- The principle of the best interests of the child
- Custody rights and parental responsibilities
- Property Regime and Property Division
- Division of property acquired during the marriage
- Matrimonial property regimes
- Alimony and Compensation
- Maintenance pending divorce
- Child maintenance
- Claims for financial and non-financial damages
Basic Principles of Divorce Law
Divorce law aims to provide a fair and balanced solution while protecting the rights of the parties. Some of the key principles that stand out in this process are:
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- Irretrievable breakdown of the marriageThe most common ground for a divorce petition is the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.
- Protection of ChildrenIn divorce proceedings, the best interests of the child are taken as a primary consideration.
- Fair SharingIt is ensured that both parties are evaluated fairly on issues such as the division of property and maintenance.
Why You Should Get Expert Support During the Divorce Process
Family and divorce law can involve emotionally and legally complex processes. The support of an expert lawyer is of great importance in terms of protecting your rights and completing the process with less stress.
If you have questions about family law or the divorce process, getting in touch with a divorce lawyer for professional guidance will be the most appropriate step.
Azel Law and Consultancy, even before the legal process begins in divorce cases, which are socially difficult processes, Law on the Protection of Family and Prevention of Violence Against Women endeavouring to secure their clients' freedom to seek legal remedy on the most reliable footing by having measures taken within the scope of this.
Who is a Divorce Lawyer and What Do They Do?
A divorce lawyer is a lawyer who specialises in family law and provides legal advice and representation services to individuals during the divorce process. Divorce proceedings can involve emotionally and legally complex processes. Therefore, a divorce lawyer plays a critical role in protecting their client's rights in the best possible way and resolving the case in the shortest time possible.
Duties of a Divorce Lawyer
- They inform the client about rights and obligations during the divorce process, and provide guidance on property division, maintenance and custody.
- They prepare the divorce petition and complete the case file in full. They handle uncontested or contested lawsuits.
- In cases where the parties reach an agreement, they prepare the protocol containing the division of property, alimony and custody, and submit it to the court.
- In cases of disputes, defends the client's rights and develops effective litigation strategies.
- Property regime manages legal processes for the protection of rights within the scope of and the fair division of joint property.
- Provides legal support for the arrangement of custody and maintenance claims.
- Of the woman legally claiming the jewellery presented at the wedding and carries out the necessary lawsuits and procedures to recover it.
- They represent their client in court to ensure their rights are protected and present a strong defence.
Divorce Lawyer and Family Law Services in Ankara
With our office's lawyers registered with the Ankara Bar Association and our expert staff in the field of family and divorce law Turkish Civil Code No. 4721’provides its legal experience and problem-solving skills to its clients during the process of disputes arising under the heading of Family Law regarding engagement, marriage, consensual/contested divorce, adoption, property regimes, family residence, lineage, custody, maintenance/child maintenance, guardianship, and trusteeship.
Divorce and Subsequent Procedures
Management of divorce and paternity cases and all related legal processes.
Divorce on the grounds of adultery
filing of the lawsuit.
Preparation of the divorce protocol in accordance with the agreement made between the parties in uncontested divorces and the management of the legal process.
Submission of claims for pecuniary and non-pecuniary compensation in contested divorce cases.
Carrying out the necessary legal procedures for the fair liquidation of shared assets after divorce.
Children, Custody and Maintenance
Developing legal remedies against breaches of custody and maintenance orders.
Resolving legal disputes arising from adoption procedures.
Domestic Violence and Protection Measures
The urgent issuance of protection and interim orders for victims of domestic violence.
Disputes Arising from Family Relationships
Preparation of property regime agreements before or during marriage and provision of consultancy services.
Resolution of legal disputes arising from the breaking off of an engagement.
The handling of all types of cases heard in family courts through legal representation and advisory services.
International and Special Circumstances
Carrying out the necessary procedures to ensure that court judgements handed down abroad are recognised in Turkey.
Submitting the necessary applications for the abolition of the ‘iddet’ (the waiting period applicable to divorced women).
A Full Range of Advisory Services in the Field of Family and Divorce Law
With our dynamic team of expert lawyers at our Ankara office, we offer bespoke solutions for all your individual and corporate needs in the fields of family and divorce law. You can contact us for further information!
Expertise and Reliability
With our legal expertise and years of experience, we are by your side even in the most complex processes.
Customer-Centric Service
By offering transparent, fast and effective solutions, we aim for the best result for you at every step.
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Thanks to our strong local and international connections, we provide cross-border legal solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions in Family Law and Divorce Proceedings
Divorce proceedings are initiated when one of the spouses submits a petition to the family court. This petition must set out the grounds for divorce and the claims in detail.
- The marriage must have lasted for at least 1 year.
- The parties must reach an agreement on all matters (custody, division of property, maintenance, etc.).
- The divorce settlement agreement must be submitted to the court.
In contentious cases, the length of the proceedings depends on the extent of the disputes between the parties and the court’s workload. On average, 2–3 years may last for a period of time.
Yes, on the part of the party at fault compensation for material and non-material damages may be claimed. The amount of compensation claimed depends on the financial circumstances of the parties and the loss suffered.
The division of property generally relates to assets acquired during the marriage. The division is carried out in accordance with the type of matrimonial property regime (community of acquired property, separation of property, etc.).
A custody order is determined in the best interests of the child. The court awards custody to the parent who is best able to meet the child’s physical and emotional needs.
- Spousal Maintenance: It is paid to cover the costs of children’s care and education.
- Maintenance pending divorce: It is paid to the party who finds themselves in financial difficulty following a divorce.
- Interim MaintenanceIt is paid temporarily while the lawsuit is ongoing.
The amount of maintenance is determined by the court, taking into consideration the economic conditions of the parties, the needs of the children, and general living standards.
Yes, the custody order can be reassessed if there are significant changes in the child's situation or the parents' living conditions.
Victims of domestic violence can apply to the family court by Law No. 6284 can request a protective order within the scope of. In case of violence, one may also apply to the police or the public prosecutor's office.
These are lawsuits filed for divorce judgements issued by foreign courts to become valid in Turkey. Recognition ensures the legal validity of the judgement, while enforcement allows this judgement to be executed.
Adoption takes place through the fulfilment of specific legal conditions and a court decision. Throughout the process, the best interests of the child to be adopted are held as the primary consideration.
The period a woman must wait before remarrying after divorce is called the waiting period (iddet). This period is 300 days from the date of the divorce. It is possible to request the removal of this period by applying to the court.
All cases within the scope of family law, such as divorce, custody, maintenance, division of property, adoption and domestic violence, are heard in family courts.
In family and divorce law cases, legal fees are affected by many factors such as the type and scope of the case, and the lawyer's experience and area of expertise. You can contact us for legal services tailored to your needs and detailed pricing information.
You can contact us for all your questions and needs regarding family and divorce law. Our expert solicitors manage the process quickly and effectively to prevent you from losing your rights.
