Antalya Inheritance Lawyer – Inheritance and Succession Law

Inheritance law regulates how the assets and debts of a deceased person are transferred to their heirs. Disputes about inheritance often involve significant property values and sensitive family relationships. For this reason, working with an experienced Antalya inheritance lawyer is essential to prevent rights violations, resolve conflicts legally and ensure a fair distribution of the estate.

As an Antalya inheritance lawyer, we provide comprehensive legal support in all areas of Turkish inheritance law, including wills, inheritance contracts, partition of estate, reduction actions, annulment of dispositions made to evade inheritance rights and protection of reserved shares. We represent heirs, legatees and other interested parties both in litigation and in out‑of‑court negotiations.

Main Areas of Inheritance Law in Antalya

Our inheritance law practice covers, among others, the following areas:

• Will drafting and review – Preparing wills in accordance with legal form requirements and the true will of the testator.
• Inheritance contracts – Drafting and reviewing contracts between potential heirs and testators under Turkish Civil Code.
• Determination and registration of the estate – Identifying the assets and liabilities of the deceased, ensuring proper registration in land registry and other official records.
• Partition of estate – Negotiating and, where necessary, litigating the division of the estate among heirs.
• Protection of reserved shares – Filing reduction actions where the reserved shares of heirs have been violated.
• Annulment of dispositions made to evade inheritance rights – Filing lawsuits based on hidden donations and fraudulent transfers (muris muvazaası).

Each of these areas requires careful analysis of documents, transactions and family relationships, as well as detailed knowledge of current case‑law.

Why an Inheritance Lawyer Is Important

Inheritance disputes can easily escalate and lead to long‑lasting conflicts within families. An Antalya inheritance lawyer:

• Analyses the legal status of each heir and the composition of the estate,
• Explains the rights and obligations of heirs clearly and understandably,
• Develops negotiation strategies to reach amicable solutions where possible,
• Files and pursues lawsuits when litigation is inevitable.

By ensuring that all legal procedures are followed correctly, we help prevent significant material losses and protect the rights of our clients.

Common Inheritance Disputes in Antalya

Some of the most frequent inheritance disputes we handle include:

• Hidden donations and fraudulent transfers (muris muvazaası) – Cases where the deceased has attempted to deprive heirs of their inheritance rights by disguising donations as sale transactions.
• Reduction actions – Lawsuits to restore the reserved shares of heirs where testamentary dispositions or donations exceed the disposable portion of the estate.
• Objections to wills and inheritance contracts – Actions to challenge wills and contracts that do not comply with legal form requirements or that were made under duress, fraud or mistake.
• Partition of estate disputes – Cases where heirs cannot agree on how to divide real estate, bank accounts or business interests.
• Claims for determination and registration of heirship rights – Ensuring that heirs are properly recorded in official registers and that their rights are recognized.

In all these cases, we combine legal expertise with a sensitive and solution‑oriented approach, taking into account family dynamics.

Antalya Inheritance Lawyer Fees

Inheritance lawyer fees vary depending on the nature and complexity of the case, the value of the estate and the amount of work required. Fees are determined freely between the lawyer and the client, provided that they are not below the minimum amounts set out in the Turkish Bar Association Attorneyship Minimum Fee Tariff. Before starting work, we provide clear information about the expected costs and stages of the process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Does an Inheritance Lawyer Do?

An inheritance lawyer provides professional legal support for wills, inheritance disputes, reduction actions, partition of estate, and protection of heirs' rights. They handle inheritance distribution, will challenges, and all inheritance law matters.

How is Inheritance Distributed?

Inheritance is distributed according to the legal shares of heirs. The shares of spouse, children, parents, and other heirs are determined by Turkish Civil Code. Distribution can be done by agreement among heirs or through litigation.

What is a Reduction Action?

A reduction action is a lawsuit filed when the reserved shares of heirs have been violated. For example, if a will gives more than the disposable portion to one heir, other heirs can file a reduction action to restore their reserved shares.

How is a Will Drafted?

A will can be drafted before a notary or handwritten. Notarial wills are more secure. The will becomes effective after the testator's death and must comply with reserved share rules.

What is Inheritance Renunciation?

Inheritance renunciation is the process of an heir refusing to accept the inheritance. An heir can renounce within 3 months. The renounced inheritance passes to other heirs. Renunciation can be done when debts exceed assets.

How Long Does an Inheritance Case Take?

Inheritance cases typically take 1-3 years. The duration depends on the complexity of the dispute, number of heirs, and evidence availability. Simple partition cases may resolve faster.

Related Legal Services in Antalya

Our inheritance law practice is closely linked to several other legal areas. We also provide:

• Real Estate Law in Antalya – Legal support in the transfer, registration and dispute resolution of inherited properties.
• Compensation Law in Antalya – Compensation claims that may arise in connection with inheritance disputes and estate management.
• Family Law in Antalya – Legal issues where family and inheritance law intersect, such as property regimes between spouses.

Last Updated: December 1, 2025