Inheritance Certificates
We guide clients through obtaining and using inheritance certificates, identifying heirs, and understanding the practical steps needed before estate assets can be transferred or managed.
Balabanli Law Firm
Inheritance Law
We advise heirs, families, and beneficiaries on Turkish inheritance procedures, estate documents, will validity, reserved share claims, and inheritance disputes.
Inheritance Law Practice Areas
Our legal services in inheritance law are listed below.
Wills and Estate Documents
We review will formalities, document validity, estate planning choices, and the legal risks that can arise when testamentary wishes are not properly documented.
Reserved Share and Reduction Claims
We advise heirs on reserved share protections, reduction actions, and evidence needed when lifetime transfers or testamentary dispositions affect statutory inheritance rights.
Estate and Property Disputes
We represent clients in disputes involving estate property, alleged sham transfers, co-owned assets, and practical resolution of inheritance-related property conflicts.
Blog Posts About Inheritance Law
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Certificate of Inheritance in Turkey for Foreigners
What foreign heirs should know about obtaining a certificate of inheritance in Turkey and using it for property, banking, and estate transfers.
Read ArticleInheritance in Turkey for Foreign Heirs
Guide for foreign heirs dealing with inheritance in Turkey, including property transfer, inheritance certificates, documents, taxes, and disputes.
Read ArticleFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about inheritance law.
What is an inheritance certificate used for?
It identifies the legal heirs and their shares. It is usually needed before heirs can complete asset transfer, registry, banking, or estate administration steps.
Can a will be challenged in Turkey?
Yes. A will may be challenged for formal defects, capacity issues, undue influence, or conflicts with mandatory inheritance protections, depending on the circumstances.
What should foreign heirs prepare for a Turkish estate matter?
Identity documents, death records, family registry or civil status documents, property information, and any will or transfer records are commonly relevant.
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