What is the statutory matrimonial property regime under the Turkish Civil Code?
Unless the spouses agree otherwise by a matrimonial property contract, the statutory regime is participation in acquired property. It applies to marriage periods after 1 January 2002.
Can a religious marriage take place without a civil marriage?
No. Under Turkish law, marriage is formed by the civil ceremony before an authorised official; holding a religious ceremony before the civil marriage is against the law.
Who is granted custody of the children in a divorce?
The court decides on custody based on the best interests of the child. The child’s age, care needs and, where the child is mature enough, the child’s own views are considered together.
What happens to employees’ rights when a business is transferred?
Employment contracts pass to the new employer with all rights and obligations; the transfer alone does not end the contract or give rise to severance pay. Our article on this topic is available in Turkish.
In which disputes is mediation mandatory?
For certain disputes listed by law, such as some employment, commercial, consumer and lease disputes, applying to a mediator before filing a lawsuit is mandatory. Whether a dispute falls within this scope depends on the specific case.
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