Cansu
Lawyer · Izmir, Turkey
- 209 cases handled · 9 in this service
- 13+ years in practice
- Speaks: English, Turkish
- Law, Yeditepe University
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4.96(9 reviews)
Contract Disputes & Breach of Contract in Turkey
A contract dispute in Turkey, sözleşmeye aykırılık, arises when one side does not do what the contract says. English-speaking lawyers handle the formal notice, the mediation that many commercial money claims go through first, and the court or arbitration case.
About Contract Disputes & Breach of Contract in Turkey
A contract dispute, often called breach of contract, arises when one party does not do what was agreed: goods are not delivered, work is late or poor, payment stops, or the contract is ended without a reason. In Turkish the breach is sözleşmeye aykırılık or sözleşme ihlali, and a claim for compensation is a tazminat davası. People also look for a contractual dispute lawyer, a commercial dispute lawyer or how to sue for breach of contract in Turkey. Some older lists and lawyer pages call this service “Contractual Disputes”.
Who it concerns
Foreign companies with a Turkish supplier, buyer or distributor, people in a dispute with a builder or developer, and expats whose agreement with a Turkish business has gone wrong.
How a dispute usually goes in Turkey
- Reading the contract and the evidence: correspondence, invoices, delivery papers.
- A formal notice to the other side, often served through a notary (ihtarname).
- For many commercial claims for money, mediation (arabuluculuk) is a required step before a court case; a case filed without it can be dismissed.
- If there is no settlement, a case before the competent court, often the commercial court (Asliye Ticaret Mahkemesi), or arbitration if the contract provides for it.
- Enforcement of the judgment or award.
Points to watch
Claims become time-barred (zamanaşımı), and the periods differ by type of claim. A contract written only in English with a Turkish company may meet language objections, and English-language arbitration clauses have been tested in Turkish courts. A foreign claimant may be asked to give security for court costs, depending on the agreements between Turkey and its country. When the other side has simply not paid an undisputed amount, debt collection through the enforcement office can be faster. Disputes about a home rental are covered under landlord and tenant disputes.
What a lawyer does
The lawyer assesses the claim and the evidence, writes the notice, represents you in mediation, files and runs the case in Turkish, and follows enforcement. A judgment from another country first has to be recognised in Turkey, see enforcement of foreign judgments.
Questions and answers
Can I take a Turkish company to court from abroad?
Yes. A lawyer can act for you through a power of attorney, so you do not have to attend each step in person.
Is mediation always required?
Not always. It is a required first step for many commercial claims for money, while other disputes can go to court directly. A lawyer checks which applies.
What can be claimed?
Depending on the contract and the breach: performance, termination, compensation for loss, or an agreed penalty.
How can this be avoided next time?
A check before signing helps, see contract review and advice.
4 lawyers who provide Contract Disputes & Breach of Contract in Turkey
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Gamze
Lawyer · Bodrum, Turkey
- 123 cases handled · 7 in this service
- 14+ years in practice
- Speaks: Turkish, English
- Law, Yeditepe University
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4.94(4 reviews)
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Sadi Berk
Lawyer · Kusadasi, Turkey
- 80 cases handled · 4 in this service
- 15+ years in practice
- Speaks: English, Turkish
- Law, Marmara University
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5.00(6 reviews)
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Mert
Lawyer · Antalya, Turkey
- 43 cases handled · 2 in this service
- 11+ years in practice
- Speaks: English, Turkish
- Bachelors of Law, Ankara University
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What our clients say about our service in Turkey
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The lawyer assisted me with a problem with a supplier in Izmir. She dealt with the supplier directly and laid out my various options, both legal and otherwise. She was professional and advised me on how to proceed. Her English is perfect, and I would recommend her without hesitation.
— Siobhan28 Nov 2023 -
The lawyer was excellent and efficient in every way.
— Tracey04 Nov 2025Contract Disputes & Breach of Contract -
The lawyer is calm, savvy and highly skilled, with excellent English. She helped us settle a tricky legal problem involving a Portuguese-based removal company, guiding us through the legal, technical and cultural complexities of our claim. For us it was priceless to have such peace of mind in a stressful period. We recommend her to anyone dealing with an international or complex legal claim.
— Krista15 Jul 2025Contract Disputes & Breach of Contract -
The lawyer was very helpful, spoke good English and was there when needed. My small case was taken seriously.
— Jan19 Feb 2025Contract Disputes & Breach of Contract -
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