Inheritance law is an extremely sensitive and technical field of law that directly affects family relationships, assets, and future planning. Processes such as inheritance distribution, drafting wills, determination of the estate, violation of reserved shares, or fraudulent transfer of assets may be emotionally and legally challenging for many individuals. As Attorney Suat Özbek, we provide experience-based, reliable, and results-oriented legal services in the field of inheritance law in Muğla Menteşe.The proper management of inheritance cases is possible through timely initiation of legal proceedings, collection of evidence, and actions taken in full compliance with the Turkish Civil Code. Incorrect procedures may lead to serious financial losses; therefore, professional legal guidance is of great importance.

Inheritance Law Services We Provide

In Muğla Menteşe, we offer the following services in all inheritance-related disputes and applications:

Dissolution of joint ownership (İzale-i Şuyu)
Estate determination lawsuits
Protection and management of the estate
Drafting of wills
Annulment of wills
Fraudulent transfer of inheritance assets (muris muvazaası) lawsuits
Reserved share violation lawsuits
Disclaimer of inheritance (renunciation) procedures
Obtaining certificate of inheritance (heirship certificate)
Review and annulment of lifetime care agreements
Reduction lawsuits (tenkis) due to reserved share violations
Equalization (collation) of gratuitous transfers
Dissolution of joint ownership
Title Deed Cancellation and Registration Lawsuits
Inheritance procedures for foreign nationals in Türkiye
Identification of bank accounts, real estate, and other assets

For every case, we establish a comprehensive legal roadmap aimed at fully protecting our clients’ rights.

How Is Inheritance Distributed?

Upon the death of the deceased, all assets constitute the estate (tereke) and pass to the heirs in proportion to their legal shares.
Share Ratios:

Spouse + children: Spouse 1/4, children 3/4
Spouse + parents: Spouse 1/2, parents 1/2
Spouse as sole heir: Possible in certain cases where no descendants exist

Assets Considered in Distribution:

Title deeds (real estate)
Movable assets
Bank accounts
Vehicles
Debts
Receivables

Inheritance distribution may be carried out by agreement among heirs; if no agreement is reached, the matter is resolved through litigation.

Estate Determination and Protection of the Estate

If one of the heirs damages estate assets or if the true scope of the estate is unknown, Estate determination lawsuits may be filed.

Through this lawsuit:

All real estate assets are identified
Bank accounts are determined
Movable assets are officially recorded
The court may impose protective measures on the estate

This procedure is essential for the proper execution of future inheritance distribution.

Fraudulent Transfer of Inheritance Assets (Muris Muvazaası)

This is one of the most common inheritance disputes in Türkiye.

The deceased may transfer a property to someone by falsely presenting it as a sale,

with the intent of depriving other heirs of their rightful shares.

In such cases:

The title deed may be annulled
The property may be returned to the estate
Heirs may recover their lawful shares

possible

These lawsuits involve high-value assets and require technical expertise; therefore, professional legal representation is essential.

Reserved Share and Reduction (Tenkis) Lawsuits

The law protects certain heirs by granting them reserved shares , including:

Children
Parents
Spouse

If the deceased exceeds the limits of testamentary freedom and violates reserved shares,
a reduction lawsuit (tenkis) may be filed to reclaim the violated portion.

Drafting and Annulment of Wills

For a will to be valid, it must meet requirements such as:

Legal capacity
Free will
Compliance with formal procedures
Witness requirements (for official or handwritten wills)

Improperly prepared wills may be annulled through legal action.

Therefore, drafting a will under the guidance of a lawyer is strongly recommended.

Disclaimer of Inheritance (Renunciation)

If the deceased has excessive debts, heirs may renounce the inheritance..
Critical Deadline:

Application must be made within 3 months from the date of death.
If the deadline is missed, the inheritance is deemed accepted by law.

Failure to properly execute this process may result in heirs becoming liable for the deceased’s debts.

How Long Do Inheritance Lawsuits Take?

Average durations in Muğla Menteşe:

Certificate of inheritance: 1–3 days
Estate determination: 1–6 months
Fraudulent transfer lawsuits: 12–24 months
Reserved share / reduction lawsuits: 8–18 months
Dissolution of joint ownership: 6–18 months

The more accurately evidence and documentation are prepared, the faster the process proceeds.

Why Choose Attorney Suat Özbek?

Extensive experience in inheritance law
Technical and strategic case management
Expertise in title deed and estate analysis
Facilitating reconciliation among heirs
Case-specific planning
Transparent communication and regular client updates

Our goal is to fully protect the rights of heirs without exception.

Contact – Professional Inheritance Law Support

For professional legal assistance regarding inheritance procedures and lawsuits, please feel free to contact us.

📍 Muğla / Menteşe
📞 0532 796 06 08
🌐 avukatsuatozbek.com.tr

Inheritance Law