WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET SUED IN TURKEY
You can be in Turkey or in another country, it is possible
to be sued in Turkey. So, what should you do when that happens?
How do you know if you have been sued?
You can't be sued in secret. You should get some
formal notice that a lawsuit has been filed and the grounds of the lawsuit.
There should also be some instructions on how to reply to the complaint.
If you've been notified of a lawsuit filed against you
in Turkey, you shouldn’t ignore it. After you have notified, the first thing
you should do is consult a lawyer. An English speaking lawyer in Istanbul can
help you with the legal advice you need. You never know how bad the case can
be. When people try to ignore lawsuits, it doesn't work out well. Also, there may
be lots of details you would simply not know since Turkey’s law system is different
than your own country.
What is the first step if you have been
served with a lawsuit in Turkey?
You must act quickly to protect your legal rights.
Whether the lawsuit has been filed against you personally, against your
business, or even if you have only been served on behalf of a member of your household
or company, you should contact an English speaking lawyer in Istanbul immediately
to consult with you, review the lawsuit, and advise you what you should do
next. You may be able to respond to the lawsuit yourself, but it's risky. You
will want an English speaking lawyer in Istanbul to help you figure out the
legal ramifications of everything you say in your response to the
lawsuit.
Can a lawyer review my lawsuit in Turkey?
A lawyer can review your lawsuit even without the
power of attorney. After you contact an English speaking lawyer in Istanbul for
legal advice, they can physically see the file and review the lawsuit for you. But
every lawsuit is different and not every lawsuit can be reviewed at every step
of the case.
As stated in the Attorneyship Law;
“The attorney or the apprentice may review lawsuit and
legal action files without a power of attorney. A request for review of files
must be fulfilled by those concerned. Attorneys not presenting a power of
attorney may not obtain copies or photocopies of the papers and documents in
the files.”
How can I contact an English speaking
lawyer in Turkey to review my lawsuit?
You can click here to contact one of our lawyers for
legal advice and have information about your unique situation. Remember every
case is different and the information above can’t be applied to every case. Always
consult a licensed professional.
