Real Estate Attorney – Istanbul
Real estate law is a broad field encompassing a wide range of legislation, including the Foundations Law, Forestry Law, Land Registry Law, Law on the Protection of Cultural and Natural Assets, Condominium Law, Expropriation Law, Cadastre Law, and Squatter Housing Law.
Real estate law largely consists of exceptions and details, making it a comprehensive and challenging field of law. Proceeding in real estate matters without consulting a real estate law attorney or obtaining expert advice may result in significant future losses for the parties involved.
Real estate law is essentially a sub-branch of property law and serves as the legal field in Turkey where the majority of property-related disputes are resolved. The term “real estate” refers to immovable assets such as land, plots, apartment buildings, structures, and residences. Within the framework of real estate law, certain key definitions and explanations are emphasized, forming the foundation of this area of law.
As explained below, Arel Law Office resolves all disputes arising from immovable properties classified as real estate—such as houses, apartments, workplaces, stores, plots, fields, and independent units—through the appropriate judicial channels.
Arel Law Office, with its team specialized in Real Estate Law, provides consultancy and litigation services both nationally and internationally, not limited to the areas specified below.
1- Construction Contracts in Exchange for Flat (Floor-for-Unit Agreements)
2- Monitoring of Adjustment (Adaptation) Lawsuits
3- Disputes Arising from Expropriation Procedures and Tax Obligations
4- Financial Leasing Agreements
5- Handling Eviction Lawsuits in Real Estate Leases
6- Purchase and Sale Agreements
7- Carrying Out All Necessary Procedures Before the State and State Institutions
8- Preparation of Contracts Related to the Sale and Transfer of Real Estate, Including Sale Promises, Right of First Refusal, and Other Project Development Agreements
9- Leasing of Real Estate, Establishment of Limited Real Rights Such as Usufruct or Habitation, and Creation of Pledges and Mortgages
10- Preparation of Title Deed Cancellation and Registration Lawsuits, and Representation of Parties During the Legal Process
11- Preparation of Lawsuits for Prevention of Interference and Trespass, and Representation of Parties During the Legal Process
12- Preparation of Right of Preemption and Right of First Refusal Lawsuits, and Representation of Parties During the Legal Process
13- Representation of Parties in Cases of Simulated Inheritance (Muris Muvazzası) – Concealment of Assets from Heirs
14- Representation of Parties in Expropriation and Compensation Increase (Tezyid-i Bedel) Lawsuits
15- Monitoring Administrative Processes Related to Zoning Plan Changes and Initiating Judicial Action for Annulment When Necessary
16- Consultancy and Process Monitoring Regarding Property Acquisition by Foreigners
17- Providing Legal Consultancy Services on the Purchase and Sale of Immovable Properties
18- Providing Legal Support and Real Estate Law Consultancy for the Establishment and Termination of Real Rights Such as Mortgages, Usufructs, and Easements, as well as Other Related Transactions
19- Preparation of Lease Agreements and Management Throughout Their Validity Period
20- Termination of Lease Agreements
21- Representation of Parties at Every Stage of Lawsuits and Legal Disputes Arising from Real Estate Matters
22- Conducting Record Inspections at Land Registry and Cadastre Directorates and Municipalities, and Performing Assessments of Real Estate Values
23- Review of Zoning Applications and Official Permits, and Preparation of Reports Based on the Findings
24- Examination of Ongoing Administrative and Judicial Lawsuits Concerning the Real Estate Considered for Investment, Including Related Precautionary Measures, Liens, and Restrictions; Determination of Their Legal Nature and Identification of Legal Risks with Reporting
25- Preparation and Revision of Sales Contracts and Revenue Sharing Models
26- Establishment of Mortgages and Execution of Mortgage Cancellations
27- Preparation of Contracts Related to Promises of Sale, Construction in Exchange for Units, and Other Real Estate Construction Projects
28- Providing Legal Consultancy Services for Mass Housing Projects, Cooperatives, Establishment and Disputes of Condominium Ownership, and Mortgage Transactions
29- Providing Consultancy Services on Real Estate Financing
30- Preparation and Representation in Title Deed Cancellation and Registration Lawsuits
31- Preparation and Representation in Expropriation and Expropriation Compensation Increase (Tezyid-i Bedel) Lawsuits
32- Initiating Judicial Actions Regarding Zoning Plan Changes and Monitoring Administrative Processes
33- Providing Legal Consultancy on Real Estate Purchase and Sale for Individuals Residing Abroad Who Need Property in Turkey or Wish to Sell Their Property
34- Providing Consultancy Services Regarding Property Acquisition by Foreigners
35- Preparation of Contracts for Promises of Sale and Construction in Exchange for Units
36- Preparation of Lease Agreements and Providing Legal Consultancy During the Termination of Lease Agreements
37- Providing Legal Consultancy in Expropriation and Unauthorized Possession (El Atma) Lawsuits
Real Estate Attorney – Istanbul, Anatolian Side
In the Anatolian Side of Istanbul, the increase in housing projects, urban transformation applications, and disputes over land shares has led to a significant rise in real estate-related legal issues. Since professional support is essential for resolving such legal disputes, specialized real estate attorneys operating in the Istanbul Anatolian Side provide consultancy services. Processes are properly managed with the assistance of expert lawyers in matters such as construction contracts in exchange for units, title deed cancellation and registration lawsuits, and lease disputes.
Legal representation is especially important to resolve disputes early in matters such as the division of inherited real estate, dissolution of co-ownership (izale-i şüyu), and preemption (şufa) lawsuits. In this context, a real estate attorney in Istanbul’s Anatolian Side manages the process with expertise before courts and land registry offices, ensuring that clients can assert all their claims arising from real estate based on legal grounds without suffering any loss of rights.