Strategic Legal Solutions for Cross-Border Claims

The economic partnership between France and Turkey remains a vital part of Turkey’s foreign trade. As France continues to be one of Turkey's leading trading partners—with significant trade volumes in the automotive, aerospace, luxury goods, and agri-food sectors—the frequency of cross-border payment disputes and unpaid receivables has naturally increased.

At Maya Law Firm, we provide structured, results-oriented debt collection and enforcement services in Turkey for French creditors. Our firm represents French industrial leaders, SMEs, investors, and private individuals seeking efficient recovery of commercial and personal claims throughout Turkey.

Legal borders should never prevent financial recovery. Our role is to ensure that they do not.

Nationwide Enforcement Across Turkey

Turkey’s commercial activity is concentrated in major industrial and financial hubs. We initiate and conduct Execution and Bankruptcy proceedings (İcra ve İflas Takibi) across all 81 provinces, with a particular operational focus on:

  • Istanbul – Turkey’s financial and commercial capital.
  • Ankara – Administrative, defense, and regulatory center.
  • Izmir – Strategic export hub and port city.
  • Kocaeli – The heart of Turkish automotive and heavy industry.
  • Bursa – Major hub for textiles and manufacturing sectors.

Regardless of your debtor’s location, we file proceedings before the competent Execution Offices (İcra Daireleri) and Commercial Courts to secure attachment, seizure, and liquidation of assets when necessary.

Our Core Debt Recovery Services in Turkey

1. Commercial Debt Collection (B2B)

Unpaid commercial receivables can disrupt France-Turkey supply chains and contractual relationships. We assist French exporters, logistics companies, and manufacturers with:

  • Recovery of Unpaid Invoices: Fast-track execution proceedings for overdue trade debts.
  • Contractual Payment Disputes: Legal action arising from breach of contract, quality disputes, or incomplete performance.
  • Enforcement of French Court Judgments (Exequatur): If you have obtained a judgment from a French court (Tribunal Judiciaire or Cour d'Appel), we handle the recognition and enforcement (tanıma ve tenfiz) process before Turkish courts, enabling asset seizure in Turkey.
  • Precautionary Attachment (İhtiyati Haciz): Urgent court measures to freeze debtor assets before formal execution begins.

2. Individual Debt Recovery (B2C)

We represent French citizens and residents in personal and investment-related claims within Turkey, including:

  • Personal Loan Recovery: Collection of private loans extended to individuals residing in Turkey.
  • Real Estate & Rental Income Claims: Recovery of unpaid rent or proceeds from asset liquidation for French property owners in Turkey.
  • Inheritance Disputes and Asset Recovery: Claims involving French-Turkish estates, succession disputes, or concealed assets.
  • Enforcement of Alimony and Maintenance Orders: Recognition of foreign family law judgments.

Why French Clients Choose Maya Law Firm

  • ✔ Nationwide Representation: Active practice before Execution Offices across all of Turkey.
  • ✔ Asset-Oriented Strategy: We prioritize identifying attachable assets to ensure physical recovery, not just a paper victory.
  • ✔ Multilingual Legal Communication: Full reporting and documentation in English (or French) for seamless coordination with your legal department.
  • ✔ Transparent Case Assessment: We evaluate collectability and limitation periods before you incur significant costs.

How to Initiate Debt Collection in Turkey

Time sensitivity is critical due to statutory limitation periods and the risk of asset dissipation. To begin:

  1. Submit Documentation: Send invoices, contracts, correspondence, or French court decisions.
  2. Legal Review: Our team assesses enforceability, jurisdiction, and the likelihood of recovery.
  3. Strategic Proposal: You receive a clear legal roadmap outlining the procedure and costs.