Legal Services in Northern Cyprus

Legal services in Northern Cyprus are in demand both among locals and foreigners who buy property, start businesses, or face family and inheritance issues. The legal system here has its peculiarities, so the assistance of a professional lawyer helps avoid mistakes and protect your interests.

Why are legal services in Northern Cyprus important?

• The laws of Northern Cyprus differ from those in Turkey and the southern part of the island.
• Documents are often submitted in Turkish, which complicates the process for foreigners.
• Many issues require interaction with government authorities (Land Committee, Tax Office, Council of Ministers).

A lawyer in Northern Cyprus provides not only consultation but also practical assistance: transaction processing, court representation, and protection of the client’s interests.

Main Areas of Legal Services

1. Real Estate Transactions

• Property check (Search). Before purchase, the title, absence of debts and encumbrances are verified. Read more in the article on property checks.
• Transaction support. Preparation and review of contracts, payment monitoring, key handover. Read more — here.
• Contract registration. Sale and purchase agreements must be registered with the Land Committee and Tax Office. Read more in the article on contract registration.
• Registration cancellation. If necessary, the transaction can be canceled with the Land Committee and Tax Office. Read more — here.

2. Court Cases

• Representation in courts in Nicosia, Kyrenia, Famagusta.
• Disputes over real estate, debts, contracts.
• Divorce cases and child custody issues.
• Enforcement proceedings and debt collection.

3. Corporate Law and Taxes

• Company registration in Northern Cyprus.
• Legal support for businesses.
• Tax consulting and preparation of declarations.
• Optimization of tax burden for individuals and legal entities.

4. Family and Inheritance Law

• Preparation of marriage contracts.
• Handling divorce proceedings.
• Inheritance cases, drafting wills.
• Registration and recognition of documents.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can I buy property without a lawyer?
Formally — yes. But in practice, it is extremely risky: there may be debts, seizures, errors in documents. A lawyer will protect your interests.

Do I need a lawyer to register a company?
Yes, business registration requires preparing a package of documents in Turkish and interacting with government authorities.

Can court cases be handled by proxy?
Yes, we can represent the client in court based on a notarized power of attorney.

What taxes does a property buyer pay?
Stamp duty (0.5%), property transfer tax (6% for foreigners), fee to the Council of Ministers. Read more about this in the article on taxes.

Conclusion

Legal services in Northern Cyprus provide reliable protection of interests in matters of property, business, court, family, and taxes. Experienced lawyers from De Jure Consulting will help you prepare documents, conduct transactions, and resolve disputes according to local legislation.

By contacting us, you receive:

• support at all stages,
• transparency and control,
• guarantee of legality and security of the transaction.

Contact us for a consultation and find out how we can assist in your situation.