How much do legal services cost in Turkey?
The official minimum tariff, market rates, court fees and the other costs a foreign company should budget for.
Turkish lawyers cannot charge below an official minimum tariff: for example TRY 45,000 for a commercial court case and TRY 9,000 for enforcement proceedings in 2026, or a sliding percentage starting at 16% for monetary claims. Market rates for international work run from about EUR 90 to 250 an hour. Court fees for a money claim are 6.831% of the amount. Our own packages are fixed prices agreed in advance.
What is the official minimum tariff?
Pending lawyer reviewThe tariff is issued each year by the Union of Turkish Bar Associations. The current one was published on 4 November 2025, and a new one usually follows each autumn. Amounts exclude VAT. Source: official comparison table.
| Work | Minimum fee |
|---|---|
| Oral consultation, first hour | TRY 4,000 |
| Written consultation, first hour | TRY 7,000 |
| Drafting company articles and similar commercial contracts | TRY 21,000 |
| Company formation follow-up | TRY 60,000 |
| Enforcement proceedings | TRY 9,000 |
| Interim attachment | TRY 10,000 to 12,500 |
| Commercial court case | TRY 45,000 |
| Regional court appeal | TRY 22,000 to 42,000 |
How is the fee calculated for a money claim?
Pending lawyer reviewFor claims for money the minimum fee is a percentage of the amount, applied in brackets. The same scale sets the fee the court awards against the losing party.
| Part of the claim | Rate |
|---|---|
| First TRY 600,000 | 16% |
| Next TRY 600,000 | 15% |
| Next TRY 1,200,000 | 14% |
| Next TRY 1,200,000 | 13% |
| Next TRY 1,800,000 | 11% |
| Next TRY 2,400,000 | 8% |
| Next TRY 3,000,000 | 5% |
| Next TRY 3,600,000 | 3% |
| Next TRY 4,200,000 | 2% |
| Above TRY 18,600,000 | 1% |
Worked example for a claim of TRY 2,000,000: 16% of 600,000 is 96,000, 15% of 600,000 is 90,000 and 14% of the remaining 800,000 is 112,000. The statutory attorney fee is TRY 298,000. The court judgment fee on the same claim is TRY 136,620, of which TRY 34,155 is paid at filing.
What do law firms charge in practice?
There is no official survey. One published 2026 guide for foreign clients gives these indicative ranges.
| Level | Typical hourly rate | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | EUR 180 to 250 | EUR 120 to 350 |
| Senior associate | EUR 90 to 120 | EUR 60 to 150 |
| Junior associate | EUR 35 to 50 | EUR 25 to 60 |
| Monthly retainer, small company | EUR 800 to 3,000 |
A success fee is allowed up to 25% of the amount in dispute.
Which other costs should you budget for?
Pending lawyer review| Cost | Amount, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Court application fee | TRY 732 |
| Judgment fee, money claims | 6.831%, one quarter at filing |
| Enforcement collection fee | 4.55% to 11.38%, borne by the debtor |
| Court-appointed expert, commercial courts | TRY 4,100 per expert |
| Notary translation tariff | TRY 667.67 per page |
| Security for costs, foreign claimants | 15% to 20% of the claim, unless exempt |
What do our fixed prices cover?
Each package includes our project management and the regulated legal and accounting work for the agreed scope. Official fees, taxes, translations and security are estimated in your scope and paid at cost.
Common questions
Pending lawyer reviewHow much do lawyers charge in Turkey?
There is an official minimum tariff, and lawyers may not charge less. Above it, fees are agreed freely. Published indicative rates for international work in 2026 are EUR 180 to 250 an hour for partners and EUR 90 to 120 for senior associates.
Can a Turkish lawyer work on a success fee?
Yes, within limits. A percentage fee may not exceed 25% of the amount in dispute, and the total fee may not fall below the official minimum tariff.
How much are court fees in Turkey?
For a claim for money the judgment fee is 6.831% of the amount in 2026, with one quarter paid at filing. The application fee is TRY 732. The loser bears these fees at the end.
If I win, does the other side pay my lawyer?
Only the statutory fee. The court awards an attorney fee calculated from the official tariff, which is usually less than what you actually paid.
How much does sworn translation cost in Turkey?
The official notary tariff for translation is TRY 667.67 per page in 2026. Market prices quoted by translation offices are often lower, around TRY 300 to 600 per page.
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