Foreigners living, investing, or doing business in Turkey often require a wide range of legal services. Language barriers, bureaucratic complexity, and legal risks make it essential to work with a Turkish Law Firm that understands international expectations and Turkish legal frameworks. Whether you're buying property, applying for residence, resolving a dispute, or setting up a company, working with a trusted Turkish Law Firm provides both peace of mind and practical solutions.
At ER&GUN&ER Law Firm, our English Speaking Turkish Lawyers assist clients in every step of their journey. This article outlines the top 10 legal services most commonly requested by foreign nationals and international companies in Turkey—and how our Turkish Law Firm delivers results efficiently and securely.
1. Company Formation and Commercial Structuring
Foreigners can establish 100% foreign-owned companies in Turkey. Our company formation service includes trade registry filing, tax ID setup, bank coordination, and legal address registration. We also provide commercial law consultancy for joint ventures, share transfers, and restructuring.
2. Residence Permit Applications
Our firm manages residence permit filings based on property ownership, business activity, family reunification, or long-term stays. We help clients gather proper documents, ensure translations, handle appointment bookings, and track DGMM decisions to prevent rejections.
3. Property Purchase and Legal Due Diligence
Real estate transactions are one of the most high-risk areas for foreigners. Our real estate due diligence includes title checks, debt clearance, seller background verification, and drafting of notarized contracts. We also manage bank account setup and payment structuring.
4. Citizenship by Investment Legal Services
Foreign investors seeking Turkish citizenship through $400,000 real estate or $500,000 capital investment rely on our citizenship legal team to complete every step—from land registry to citizenship approval. We also manage family applications and track national security clearance.
5. Work Permits and Corporate Immigration
For foreign shareholders, employees, or executives, we handle work permit applications through Ministry of Labor platforms. We advise on staffing ratios, salary thresholds, and renewals. Our Turkish Law Firm also manages compliance audits and labor inspection coordination.
6. Tax Residency and Legal Compliance
We help individuals and companies understand their tax obligations in Turkey. Our services include tax residency determination, foreign income declaration strategy, and guidance on double taxation treaties. We coordinate with sworn accountants and tax advisors.
7. Contract Drafting and Negotiation
From commercial lease agreements to shareholder contracts, we draft bilingual contracts that protect our clients. Our Turkish Law Firm provides strong risk analysis and helps clients understand contract enforceability in Turkey.
8. Litigation and Dispute Resolution
We represent foreign clients in civil, commercial, administrative, and criminal litigation. Our lawyers are experienced in defending and pursuing claims involving breach of contract, landlord-tenant disputes, debt recovery, and administrative penalties.
9. Power of Attorney and Remote Legal Services
Foreign clients who cannot travel can issue a notarized POA to our Turkish Law Firm. We act on their behalf for court filings, land registry processes, immigration, and corporate procedures—ensuring that legal matters are handled without delay.
10. Banking and Financial Legal Advisory
We assist with foreign currency declarations, crypto regulation compliance, and banking documentation for cross-border transfers. Our lawyers work with MASAK regulations and offer advice on reporting obligations for foreign currency accounts in Turkey.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Do I need to come to Turkey to use a Turkish Law Firm? No. Most procedures can be handled remotely through POA.
- Can one law firm manage all services? Yes. Our firm offers end-to-end solutions under one legal strategy.
- How can I verify if a lawyer is licensed in Turkey? Ask for bar registration number or search the bar association directory.
- Is legal representation mandatory? Not always—but highly recommended for immigration, property, and company matters.
Contact Our Turkish Law Firm for Foreign Client Services
If you're a foreigner living in Turkey or planning to invest, relocate, or do business here, legal success starts with the right guidance. At ER&GUN&ER Law Firm, our English Speaking Turkish Lawyers provide reliable, transparent, and strategic support in every legal matter. Trust a recognized Turkish Law Firm to secure your rights in Turkey.