Family Law and Divorce Proceedings

The family institution is not only the cornerstone of society but also the most private and sensitive sphere of individuals’ lives. Disputes arising in this field are not merely legal procedures for the parties involved; they also constitute a challenging psychological process that must be carefully managed. Zengin & Aydın Law Firm provides strategic legal counsel in family law disputes, with the dual objective of safeguarding our clients’ legal rights and enabling them to navigate this process with minimal emotional strain.

Within the framework of the Turkish Civil Code and relevant international conventions, our expert team closely follows the latest precedents of the Court of Cassation and offers transparent, result-oriented, and strictly confidential legal representation from the outset through the conclusion of the proceedings.

Our Services in Family Law

Based in İzmir, our office represents clients throughout Turkey as well as in cases with an international dimension, providing services in the following areas:

1. Divorce Proceedings (Contested and Uncontested)

The dissolution of marriage requires technical legal expertise and practical experience.

Uncontested Divorce: Careful drafting of divorce protocols in cases where the parties reach mutual agreement, ensuring that no loss of rights occurs and that the process is concluded swiftly.
Contested Divorce: Management of fault determination, compensation claims, and the lawful collection and presentation of evidence.

For clients seeking a divorce attorney in İzmir, our familiarity with local court practices ensures that proceedings progress in a predictable and controlled manner.

2. Alimony Actions and Compensation Claims

Securing the financial future of the spouses and children during and after divorce proceedings is of critical importance.

Interim Alimony: Measures taken to ensure the maintenance of the spouse and children during the pendency of the case.
Child Support and Spousal Maintenance: Establishing financial balance following the divorce.
Actions for Increase or Reduction of Alimony: Adjustment of alimony amounts in line with changing economic conditions.

With the support of an experienced alimony attorney in İzmir, we strive to protect our clients’ financial rights on a fair and realistic basis.

3. Custody and Children’s Rights

The fundamental principle in family law is the best interests of the child. In custody disputes, we present the necessary legal arguments to determine the environment that best supports the child’s physical, mental, and emotional development, and we closely monitor expert opinions and social investigation report procedures.

4. Liquidation of the Matrimonial Property Regime (Division of Assets)

Upon the finalization of the divorce judgment—or concurrently with the divorce case—the liquidation of marital property, primarily under the Regime of Participation in Acquired Property, is addressed. We represent our clients in actions concerning division of assets, contribution claims, and participation receivables, supported by expert financial calculations.

5. Other Family Law Services

Claims for pecuniary and non-pecuniary damages arising from the termination of engagement,
Establishment of parentage (actions for denial of paternity and paternity claims),
Adoption procedures,
Registration and removal of family residence annotations,
Guardianship and appointment of trustees,
Obtaining protection and restraining orders under Law No. 6284.

As Zengin & Aydın Law Firm, our objective is to guide our clients through this demanding period under a robust framework of legal security, while protecting their rights and interests to the fullest extent possible.