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21 Years Experience | 4 Languages (TR/EN/FR/RU) | Muğla Bar 1704 + TBB 81747
International Family Law Specialist Throughout Turkey

High-Value Divorce and Asset Division Cases

Attorney Thomas Andreas Di Constantinople (Muğla Bar Association Registration No: 1704, Turkish Bar Association License No: 81747) provides legal services in international and high-value divorce cases involving assets of 500,000 USD and above. Court representation is provided throughout Turkey, including Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir. Professional support is available in Turkish, English, Russian, and French.

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What's on This Page?

  • Which Cases Are Accepted?
  • High-Value Asset Division and Wealth Assessment
  • Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Court Decisions
  • Compensation and Alimony Calculation Strategies
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Contact and Consultation Process
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Which Family Law Cases Are Accepted?

The firm specializes in the following two categories of family law cases:
  • International Family Law Cases
    Divorce cases where at least one party is a foreign national are handled.
    Termination processes of multicultural marriages are managed.
    Recognition and enforcement cases of foreign divorce decisions finalized abroad are filed in Turkey.
    Enforcement of foreign court alimony and asset division decisions in Turkey is secured.
    Representation is provided in complex cases under MÖHUK (Private International Law).
    Court Representation Throughout Turkey
    Istanbul Family Courts: High-value asset division cases are handled in the financial center.
    Ankara Courthouses: Special services are provided to diplomatic circles and senior bureaucracy.
    Izmir, Antalya, Bursa: Case tracking is conducted for regional business community and entrepreneurs.
    Muğla Region: Special solutions are developed for foreign property owners and international marriages.
    International Cooperation Network
    Partner Law Firms Abroad: Coordinated work is carried out with lawyers in the United Kingdom, Russia, France, Germany, and Ukraine.
    Foreign Court Representatives: International legal networks are utilized in recognition and enforcement cases.
    Consulate Relations: Quick solutions are provided in apostille, translation, and document verification processes.
    International Expertise Support: Foreign asset valuation and offshore structure research is conducted.
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  • High Net Worth Individuals' Divorce Cases
    Divorce processes involving minimum assets of 500,000 USD are managed.
    Legal services are provided in cases where both parties are Turkish citizens or where one or both parties are foreign nationals, involving complex financial structures.
    Multi-million dollar real estate portfolio division is executed.
    Holding shares, corporate partnerships, and commercial asset liquidation are handled.
    Offshore accounts, crypto assets, and international investments are identified.
    Efforts are made to obtain alimony and compensation from spouses with monthly income levels of 10,000-20,000 USD and above.
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Note: The firm focuses on complex and high-value cases. Not every case is accepted. Initial consultation includes case evaluation to determine client acceptance.

High-Value Asset Division and Wealth Assessment Cases

The firm specializes in divorce cases involving minimum assets of 500,000 USD. A strategic contentious litigation approach is adopted to maximize rights in divorces of spouses with multi-million dollar portfolios.
  • High-Value Asset Categories

    Real Estate Portfolios:
    Villas valued at 3 million USD in Istanbul Bebek, Etiler, Nişantaşı are identified and appraised.
    Vacation homes and summer properties in Bodrum, Çeşme, Kaş are examined.
    Hotel investments and commercial real estate in Antalya, Izmir are evaluated.
    Foreign properties: Real estate in Dubai, London, Athens are researched.
    Land and plot portfolios: Zoning status and value appreciation potential are calculated.
    Corporate Shares and Business Partnerships:
    Publicly traded company shares: Market value of stocks traded on Borsa Istanbul is determined.
    Private company partnerships: Expert valuation of limited company and joint-stock company shares is conducted.
    Holding structures: Analysis of group companies and cross-shareholdings is performed.
    Franchise agreements: Brand usage rights and revenue streams are calculated.
    Start-up investments: Valuation reports and investor agreements are examined.
    Luxury Movable Assets:
    Motor yachts: Technical expertise and market value assessment of luxury yachts of 100 meters and above is conducted.
    Collectible vehicles: Classic and luxury cars such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce, Porsche are evaluated.
    Private jets: Aircraft value, maintenance costs, and operational expenses are calculated.
    Valuable jewelry: Expert appraisal of precious stones such as diamonds, sapphires, emeralds is conducted.
    Luxury watches: Collectible watches such as Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet are identified.
    Financial Investments:
    Offshore accounts: Structures in Panama, BVI, Cayman Islands, Dubai are analyzed.
    Crypto assets: Blockchain analysis of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies is performed.
    Stock portfolios: Investments in Turkish and foreign stock markets are identified.
    Bond holdings: Government bonds and private sector bonds are evaluated.
    Art collections: Auction values of paintings, sculptures, antique furniture are researched.
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  • Strategy Under Participation in Acquired Property Regime

    The 50% sharing principle of the Turkish Civil Code is maximized in favor of wealthy spouses through proper strategy:
    Strategies are developed to obtain a greater share of real estate acquired during marriage.
    Struggle for in-kind (physical) rather than cash sharing of company shares is conducted.
    Maximum benefit is ensured from market value increases at the divorce decision date.
    Techniques for achieving favorable results in debt offsets are applied.
    Meticulous determination of the distinction between personal property (pre-marital) and acquired property is made.
    Value increase share calculations: Property values that increased during marriage are analyzed in detail.
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  • Asset Concealment and Wealth Hiding Detection Services

    Asset hiding attempts of spouses with monthly spending of 10,000-20,000 USD are detected:
    Offshore corporate structure research: Structures in Panama, BVI, Dubai are analyzed.
    Crypto asset transfer tracking: Blockchain analysis and digital asset detection is performed.
    Cancellation of transfers to close relatives: Recovery through sham sale lawsuits is secured.
    Detection of hidden luxury items and artworks: Auction houses and collector networks are researched.
    Asset freezing through interim injunction orders: Injunctions are obtained on bank accounts, title deeds, and company shares.
    Use of court-appointed experts: Work is conducted with real estate, company, and yacht valuation specialists.
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  • High-Value Assets Requiring Special Valuation

    Holding and group company valuations: Net asset value, market value, and revenue stream analyses are conducted.
    International real estate portfolio analysis: Fair market value of properties in Dubai, London, Athens is determined.
    Luxury yacht and private jet expert assessment: Technical condition and market price comparison is performed.
    Art and antique collection appraisal: Auction history and expert reports are examined.
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Inheritance Rights Upon Spouse's Death

In the event of a foreign national spouse's death, inheritance rights for the Turkish citizen spouse or children are protected.
  • Legal Heir Shares

    According to the Turkish Civil Code, the surviving spouse's inheritance share varies depending on the class of heirs with whom they inherit:
    Inheriting with children (1st class): Surviving spouse's share: 1/4 Reserved portion: Entire share is reserved
    Inheriting with parents (2nd class): Surviving spouse's share: 1/2 Reserved portion: Entire share is reserved
    Inheriting with grandparents (3rd class): Surviving spouse's share: 3/4 Reserved portion: 3/4 is reserved
    Sole heir: Surviving spouse's share: All Reserved portion: 1/2 is reserved
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  • Foreign Nationals' Real Property Inheritance Rights in Turkey

    Under Article 35 of the Land Registry Law, the following rules apply to foreign heirs' real estate inheritance in Turkey:
    Reciprocity principle check: Research is conducted on whether the country of the foreign heir's citizenship grants property ownership rights to Turkish citizens.
    10% of district area limit: The total area that can be sold to foreigners in a district is controlled.
    30 hectares per person limit: The maximum area a foreigner can acquire throughout Turkey is limited.
    Military restricted zone limitations: Foreign ownership is prohibited in strategic areas.
    Important: If a foreign heir does not meet the legal requirements, they must sell the inherited real estate within 2 years. Otherwise, it is liquidated and the proceeds are paid to the heir.
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Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Court Divorce Decisions

Recognition and enforcement lawsuit services are provided to validate divorce decisions finalized abroad in Turkey.
  • Recognition Lawsuit Process

    A recognition lawsuit is filed for acceptance of divorce status only:
    Review of MÖHUK Article 54 requirements: Examination of compliance with Turkish public order is conducted.
    Apostille and translation of required documents: Notarized translation of the foreign court decision is secured.
    Turkish public order compliance assessment: Examination of whether the decision contradicts Turkish fundamental values is conducted.
    Filing lawsuit in Civil Court of First Instance or Family Court: Application is made to the competent court.
    Result of Recognized Decision: Divorce can be registered in Turkish civil records, remarriage becomes possible.
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  • Enforcement Lawsuit Process

    An enforcement lawsuit is filed for execution of judgments such as alimony, compensation, and asset division in Turkey:
    Obtaining finalization certificate of the decision: "Final decision" document is obtained from the foreign court.
    Reciprocity (mutuality) research: Verification is conducted on whether that country recognizes Turkish court decisions.
    Verification that the defendant exercised the right to defense: The procedural justice requirement is examined.
    Execution options under Enforcement and Bankruptcy Law: Application is made to the execution office after the enforcement decision.
    Result of Enforced Decision: Alimony collection and seizure of assets become possible through Turkish execution offices.
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  • Case Duration and Realistic Expectations

    Uncontested Divorce Duration:
    Under ideal conditions: 2-4 months (single-hearing finalization is possible)
    In case of missing documents: 4-8 months
    Foreign citizen physical participation issue: 6-12 months
    Exceptionally complex cases: 12 months and above
    Contested Divorce Duration:
    Average process: 2-3 years
    Complex international assets: 4-6 years
    Asset division cases: 2-7 years
    Including appeal process: 5-8 years
    Recognition and Enforcement Cases:
    If both parties are represented by lawyers: 10 days - 2 months
    Cases requiring service abroad: 1-3 years (minimum 1 year)
    Administrative recognition (post-2017 EU decisions): 15-30 days (divorce judgment only)
    Complex international cases: 2-4 years (including appeal)
    Court fees and costs: Variable depending on case value, international apostille and translation costs are added.
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Compensation and Alimony Cases Appropriate to Living Standards

In divorces of spouses with luxury lifestyles, compensation calculation is based on the principle of maintaining the current standard of living. Compensations to be obtained from spouses with monthly spending of 10,000-20,000 USD are determined at levels that can sustain this lifestyle.
  • Living Standard-Based Material Compensation

    High-Income Spouse Profiles:
    Monthly income of 50,000 USD and above: Holding owners, C-level executives, senior finance professionals
    Monthly income of 20,000-50,000 USD: Senior professionals, company partners, franchise owners
    Monthly income of 10,000-20,000 USD: Upper-middle segment business people, brand representatives
    Compensation Calculation Factors:
    The luxury living standard maintained during marriage (housing, vacation, social activities) is taken into account.
    Costs of services such as personal drivers, private security, and household cleaning staff are calculated.
    Children's private school (2-6 million TL annually), overseas language education, and activity costs are included.
    Private health insurance, aesthetic treatment, wellness, and spa expenses are evaluated.
    Prestige expenses required by social status (association memberships, golf clubs, yacht clubs) are considered.
    Court Practices:
    Material compensation: Generally calculated as marriage duration x 30-50% of monthly living standard.
    Adjustment or reduction is applied according to fault ratio.
    Economic deterioration compensation is calculated separately.
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  • Luxury Lifestyle Maintenance Alimony

    Poverty Alimony Strategy:
    Monthly alimony level is determined to maintain minimum 70% of the previous living standard.
    Rental villa expenses in Istanbul Bebek or Etiler (monthly 15,000-25,000 USD) are calculated.
    Continuation of private car, driver, and cleaning services is ensured.
    Children's private school expenses (2,000,000-6,000,000 TL and above annually) are included.
    Private health insurance and aesthetic treatment expenses are considered.
    Expenses for 2-3 international vacations and social activities annually are added.
    Alimony Duration and Conditions:
    General rule: Alimony duration is determined as equal to marriage duration.
    Exception: Alimony is terminated if the spouse starts working or remarries.
    Indefinite term alimony: Applied for spouses who are elderly, ill, or unable to work.
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  • Moral Compensation and Prestige Loss

    Social Status Damage Compensation:
    Loss of reputation in high-level social circles (business world, clubs, associations) is evaluated.
    Prestige damage in business life (removal from family company) is calculated.
    Psychological treatment and rehabilitation costs (trauma therapy, psychiatric support) are included.
    Compensation for exclusion from social activities and disconnection from community is claimed.
    Example Case Analyses (Anonymous):
    Material compensation of 500,000 USD plus moral compensation of 200,000 USD obtained from spouse with 3 million USD villa plus holding shares
    Monthly poverty alimony obligation of 8,000 USD for 15-year marriage from spouse with monthly income of 30,000 USD
    Total child support of 25,000 USD per month for 3 children of family with luxury lifestyle
    Moral compensation of 300,000 USD for spouse known in international business circles due to infidelity
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Why Attorney Thomas Andreas Di Constantinople?

  • Focus on Complex and High-Value Cases

    Focus is placed on cases with assets of 500,000 USD and above or international elements.

    Business leaders based in Istanbul, Ankara, and Izmir are included in the client portfolio.

    Case selection principle is applied: Not every case is accepted.

    Strategic evaluation is conducted in the initial consultation and client acceptance decision is made.

    Client interests are maximized through a results-oriented approach.

  • Nationwide Court Network

    Active court representation is provided throughout Turkey.

    Regular case tracking is conducted in Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, and Bursa courthouses.

    Financial center-focused service is provided in Istanbul.

    A strong professional network has been established with major city courts.

    Case traffic and trial processes in local courts are closely known.

  • Personal Experience and Empathy

    The divorce process has been personally experienced due to two marriage experiences and being a father of two children.

    There is experience with cultural differences and multicultural marriage with Ukrainian-Russian spouse.

    Both legal and emotional dimensions of the divorce process are understood.

    Deep empathy for foreign cultures and cross-cultural communication competence exist.

  • International Expertise and Language Proficiency

    Services are provided in 4 languages: Turkish (native), French (C1 written/B2 oral), English (C1 written/B2 oral), Russian (B1 written/A2 oral)

    21 years of legal experience, focused on international client portfolio in the last 10 years.

    MÖHUK (Private International Law) expertise: Experience in Turkey's most complex cross-border cases.

    Strong relationships and communication established with foreign consulates (United Kingdom, Russia, Ukraine, France).

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Contact and Consultation

Professional support is provided for family law needs of international or high net worth individuals throughout Turkey.
Contact Information:
Phone: +90 532 522 55 30
Email: me@thomasandreasdiconstantinople.av.tr
Muğla Bar Association Registration No: 1704
Turkish Bar Association License No: 81747
Main Service Centers:
Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Antalya, Bursa, Muğla, and throughout Turkey
Service Languages:
Turkish, English, Russian, French

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