Elazig Divorce Lawyer - Attorney Hakan OZDEMiR
Attorney Hakan OZDEMiR provides expert legal representation in all divorce and family law matters in Elazig. With years of experience handling both contested and uncontested divorces, our office is dedicated to protecting your rights and achieving the best possible outcome during this challenging time.
What is a Divorce Case?
A divorce case is a legal proceeding filed before the Family Court to dissolve a marriage. Under Turkish law, divorce can be either contested (where one spouse files against the other based on specific grounds) or uncontested (where both spouses mutually agree to end the marriage). Each type follows different procedural rules and timelines.
Services We Offer as Divorce Lawyer
Our office provides comprehensive legal services in all aspects of divorce law:
- Contested divorce litigation and representation
- Uncontested divorce protocol preparation and court proceedings
- Child custody and visitation rights arrangements
- Alimony claims including interim, poverty, and participation alimony
- Property division and matrimonial property regime liquidation
- Personal compensation and moral damages claims
- Domestic violence protective orders and legal actions
- International divorce recognition and enforcement proceedings
Grounds for Divorce
Turkish Civil Code recognizes both special and general grounds for divorce:
Special Grounds for Divorce:
- Adultery (Article 161)
- Threat to life, cruel treatment, or degrading behavior (Article 162)
- Criminal conviction or dishonorable conduct (Article 163)
- Desertion (Article 164)
- Mental illness (Article 165)
General Grounds for Divorce:
- Irretrievable breakdown of the marriage (Article 166)
- Mutual agreement of the spouses after at least one year of marriage (Article 166/3)
Divorce Process
The divorce process typically follows these stages:
- Initial consultation with a divorce lawyer to evaluate the case
- Preparation and filing of the divorce petition with the Family Court
- Preliminary hearing where the court attempts reconciliation
- Evidence stage including witness testimonies and document review
- Oral arguments and final submissions by both parties
- Court decision and issuance of the divorce decree
Elazig Divorce Lawyer Fees
Divorce lawyer fees vary depending on the complexity of the case, whether it is contested or uncontested, and the specific issues involved such as custody disputes or property division. Our office provides transparent fee information during the initial consultation. The Elazig Bar Association minimum fee schedule serves as a baseline for attorney fees in the region.
How to Contact
To schedule a consultation with Attorney Hakan OZDEMiR regarding your divorce case, you can visit our office in Elazig, call our office directly, or reach us through our website. Early legal consultation is essential to understand your rights and options before proceeding with a divorce.
Elazig Law Office provides professional legal support in all divorce and family law matters. Contact us today for experienced and dedicated legal representation.