Frequently Asked Questions

Questions and Answers

1. Can my matter be handled without travelling to Türkiye?

Many court, enforcement, inheritance, land registry, banking and corporate matters can be handled remotely with an appropriately worded power of attorney and the required documents. Personal attendance may nevertheless be required for a statement, hearing, signature, medical examination or particular official application. This is confirmed after the matter is reviewed.

2. Where should I execute the power of attorney?

A power of attorney may be executed at a Turkish consulate or before an authorised notary in the country where you are located. If a foreign notary is used, an apostille or consular legalisation and translation/notarial formalities in Türkiye may be required. Obtain matter-specific wording and instructions before execution.

3. Does every document require an apostille?

No. The requirement depends on the type of document, country of issue, applicable international conventions and the Turkish authority receiving it. Some documents may be issued directly by a consulate, while others require an apostille or a different legalisation procedure.

4. Can German-language documents be used directly?

Turkish authorities generally require documents in Turkish or a duly prepared Turkish translation. Whether a sworn translation with notarial certification or a consular procedure is required depends on the transaction and authority.

5. Does the initial meeting mean that my matter has been accepted?

No. The firm confirms acceptance in writing after reviewing conflicts, scope, fees and required documents. No deadline monitoring or action should be assumed without written acceptance.

6. How are legal fees determined?

Fees are based on scope, complexity, stages, anticipated time, document and language coordination, urgency and official procedures. A fixed, staged or hourly fee, or a value-based fee where legally permitted, may be used. The final method is set out in writing.

7. Are court and other expenses included in the legal fee?

Unless agreed otherwise in writing, court fees, expense advances, notarial, apostille, translation, courier, expert, site inspection, travel, land registry, tax, banking and other third-party costs are separate from legal fees.

8. How long will a matter take?

Timing depends on court or authority workload, service, the number of parties, expert evidence or site inspection, obtaining foreign documents and appeals. Possible stages may be explained after review, but a fixed completion date cannot be promised.

9. Can you guarantee the outcome?

No. Legal risks and available options are assessed on the information and documents available. Courts, authorities, opposing parties and the evidential process are outside the firm’s control.

10. Do the lawyers provide legal advice in German or English?

Legal advice under Turkish law is provided by Turkish lawyers. German and English communication support may be available for meetings, information exchange and document coordination. Support personnel do not provide independent legal advice.

15. Do you provide ongoing legal support for businesses?

Yes. A written scope may be arranged for contracts, corporate resolutions, employment, receivables, notices and day-to-day legal questions within an agreed period or time budget. Litigation and major projects are agreed separately.

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