Divorce is the process of legally terminating a marriage between spouses and can be an emotionally and legally challenging process for both parties. In Turkey, divorce cases are divided into two main categories: uncontested divorce and contested divorce.

Uncontested Divorce

This type of case is filed when the spouses agree on all the legal consequences of the divorce. The conditions for an uncontested divorce are as follows:

• The marriage must have lasted at least one year.
• The parties must have reached an agreement on issues such as alimony, custody, and asset division.
• The agreement must be approved by the court.

An uncontested divorce ensures that the process is completed quickly and at a lower cost. However, it is crucial that the prepared agreement is legally sound and protects the rights of both parties.

Contested Divorce

A contested divorce case is filed when the parties cannot agree on the divorce and its consequences. In such cases, the following may occur:

• Collection of evidence
• Hearing of witnesses
• A longer court process

Contested divorce cases often involve serious disputes over issues such as alimony, custody, and asset division.

Working with an experienced lawyer in divorce cases is of great importance for protecting the rights of the parties and ensuring that the process is completed with minimal harm.