Legal Services in Turkey for International Clients

Legal services in Turkey for cross-border matters

International legal matters often involve more than translation. The applicable Turkish procedure, the status of foreign documents, service abroad, apostille requirements, limitation periods and the authority granted under a power of attorney must be considered together. The first review therefore focuses on the problem, the available evidence, the parties involved and any urgent deadline.

The office provides legal services in Turkey through information, case assessment, representation and litigation support within the limits of Turkish law and professional rules. No result is guaranteed; each matter is evaluated according to its own facts and current legislation.

Services for foreign companies and creditors

• Legal services for foreign companies: market entry, corporate records, contracts, due diligence and dispute strategy for international businesses.
• Debt collection and unpaid invoices: preliminary assessment of contracts, invoices, delivery records, correspondence, debtor information and possible enforcement or litigation routes.
• Commercial disputes: contract, distributor, shareholder and corporate disputes involving Turkish counterparties.
• Enforcement in Türkiye: Turkish enforcement proceedings and the recognition or enforcement of eligible foreign court judgments and arbitral awards.
• Due diligence: focused legal review for contemplated transactions, property matters and commercial relationships.
• Interim protection: evaluation of available protective measures where delay may affect recovery, subject to statutory requirements and court discretion.

Services for foreign individuals

• Inheritance: inheritance certificates, estates in Türkiye, bank accounts, real property, reserved portions and inheritance disputes.
• Property: title deed review, acquisition and sale, powers of attorney, ownership disputes, construction and developer disputes.
• Criminal proceedings: assistance for foreign suspects, defendants and victims, including detention, statements, investigations and proceedings in Mersin.
• Immigration and administrative matters: deportation, administrative detention, entry bans, restriction codes and residence-permit disputes.
• Family and private-law matters: assessment of Turkish proceedings and the use of foreign civil-status or court documents where relevant.

How the process usually starts

1. Initial contact: briefly explain the issue, the parties, the relevant Turkish city and any deadline.
2. Document review: send clear electronic copies of contracts, court papers, invoices, title-deed records, correspondence or identity documents relevant to the matter.
3. Conflict and scope check: the office determines whether the matter can be accepted and clarifies the proposed scope of work.
4. Authority to act: if representation is required, the necessary power of attorney and foreign-document formalities are explained for the specific procedure.
5. Procedural steps: applications, negotiations, enforcement or court proceedings are then handled according to the agreed scope and applicable law.

Remote representation and documents

Do I need to travel to Türkiye?

Not always. Many preliminary reviews, correspondence and certain procedural steps can be handled without an initial visit. Whether personal attendance is required depends on the type of proceeding and the decision of the competent authority or court.

Can an attorney represent me remotely?

In many civil, commercial, enforcement, inheritance and property matters, representation may be possible under a properly issued power of attorney. Criminal and administrative matters may have different attendance requirements.

Can I issue a power of attorney abroad?

It may be issued through a Turkish consulate or, depending on the country and intended use, before a competent local authority. Apostille, legalisation, sworn translation and form requirements must be checked for the particular document. Use the power of attorney for Turkey from abroad guide before booking an appointment or signing a foreign-notary form.

Can I send documents electronically?

Electronic copies are useful for an initial assessment. Originals, certified copies or formally translated documents may later be required by a court, enforcement office, land registry, bank or other authority.

Embassies, consulates and urgent situations

A foreign national who is arrested, detained, imprisoned, hospitalised, loses a passport or needs a power of attorney may require both consular assistance and a separate Turkish legal procedure. Use our embassies and consulates in Turkey guide to find the official mission directory, understand consular-notification rights and prepare the documents needed for a coordinated response.

Official legal and consular sources

Current Turkish legislation can be checked through the official legislation database. Foreign-document and consular procedures should be confirmed through the relevant authority and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye. The applicable rule and document form depend on the specific legal matter.

About Attorney Emirhan Keskin

Attorney Emirhan Keskin is registered with the Mersin Bar Association under registration number 5507. The office is located at İhsaniye Mahallesi, 4903 Sokak, Profit İş Merkezi No:23, Floor 3, Office 14, Akdeniz, Mersin, Türkiye.

Content on this website is prepared for general legal information. It does not create an attorney-client relationship and cannot replace advice based on the complete facts and documents of a specific matter.

Contact the office

For legal services in Turkey, an initial case summary should identify the parties, explain the connection with Türkiye and state any known deadline. Do not send original documents before the office confirms the appropriate delivery method.

Telephone / WhatsApp: +90 552 224 43 66
Email: avukatemirhankeskin@gmail.com
Office: Mersin, Türkiye