Real Estate Law

Disputes Concerning Real Estate

Real estate law covers a broad area arising from title deed, lease and ownership relationships. At the basis of the process lies the correct determination of the legal status of the property; the title deed record, zoning status and annotations must be examined carefully.

Principal Cases and Transactions

• Cancellation of title deed and registration: Improper registration, collusion against heirs (muris muvazaası) and ownership disputes.
• Lease disputes: Determination of rent, adaptation of the amount, eviction and deposit.
• Expropriation: Increase of compensation and de facto expropriation without expropriation procedure.
• Dissolution of joint ownership: Sale or partition of the property among co-owners.

Before Starting the Process

Before entering into a real estate transaction, examining the title deed and zoning records and drawing up contracts in written and clear form prevents disagreements that may arise later.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I evict my tenant whenever I want? No; eviction is only possible on the grounds set out in the law and in accordance with the proper procedure.

What can I do if the owner shown in the title deed is not the actual owner? If the conditions are met, a cancellation of title deed and registration case may be pursued.