Cross-Border Litigation & Debt Collection

Cross-Border Legal Disputes

When legal disputes cross national borders, the complexity multiplies. Different legal systems, enforcement mechanisms, and procedural rules must all be navigated simultaneously. Whether you need to enforce a foreign court judgment in Türkiye, collect a debt from a Turkish counterparty, or pursue assets across jurisdictions, you need attorneys who understand both sides of the border.

At Yilmaz Attorneys, we handle international litigation and cross-border debt collection for foreign clients and businesses with legal matters connected to Türkiye.

Foreign Judgment Recognition & Enforcement

Foreign court judgments and arbitral awards are not automatically enforceable in Türkiye. A formal recognition and enforcement proceeding (tanıma ve tenfiz) before a Turkish court is required. We handle:

• Recognition of foreign divorce decrees, custody orders, and civil judgments

• Enforcement of foreign commercial judgments against Turkish assets

• Enforcement of international arbitration awards under the New York Convention

• Challenging improper foreign judgment enforcement attempts in Türkiye

Cross-Border Debt Collection

Collecting debts across borders requires knowledge of both the legal mechanisms available and the practical realities of enforcement. We assist with:

• Filing enforcement proceedings (icra takibi) in Türkiye based on foreign judgments or documents

• International payment order applications

• Asset investigation and seizure in Türkiye

• Negotiated settlement of cross-border debts

• Coordination with attorneys in other jurisdictions for multi-country collection efforts

International Asset Tracing

When debtors or adversaries hold assets in Türkiye, we conduct asset investigations and pursue court-ordered seizure and freezing measures to protect our clients’ interests. This includes real property, bank accounts, commercial interests, and vehicles.

Cross-Border Contract Disputes

International commercial relationships frequently give rise to disputes over performance, payment, or breach. We represent clients in Turkish court proceedings and coordinate with partner firms abroad when disputes span multiple jurisdictions.

Why Work with Yilmaz Attorneys

International litigation requires attorneys who can operate across legal cultures. Our firm was built to serve international clients, and cross-border matters are a core part of our practice; not an afterthought. We communicate in English, coordinate with foreign counsel, and handle the Turkish side of your international dispute with precision.

If you have a cross-border legal matter involving Türkiye, contact us for an assessment.