Partition of Jointly Owned Property (İzale-i Şuyu)

• Ali Rıza Deniz

Partition of Jointly Owned Property (İzale-i Şuyu)

Joint ownership can lead to complex legal issues over time, especially when it involves real estate. İzale-i Şuyu, or the lawsuit for partitioning of property, is a crucial tool for resolving ownership rights and fairly distributing the property. This process aims to restore individual property rights to the owners while ensuring a fair solution for all parties involved.

Definition and Importance of İzale-i Şuyu Lawsuit

The İzale-i Şuyu lawsuit is a demand to terminate joint ownership of movable or immovable property through division or sale. This type of lawsuit resolves disputes among co-owners and clarifies each stakeholder's rights over the property.

Methods of Partitioning

Partitioning can be achieved through two primary methods:

1. Physical Division: Physically dividing the movable or immovable property and distributing it among the stakeholders. This method may not always be possible depending on the nature and size of the property.
2. Sale and Distribution of Proceeds: Selling the property, especially real estate, and distributing the proceeds according to the shares of the stakeholders. This method is generally preferred when physical division is not feasible.

Process of the İzale-i Şuyu Lawsuit

Before filing an İzale-i Şuyu lawsuit, undergoing a mediation process is mandatory. Mediation encourages parties to reach an agreement without going to court. However, if an agreement is not possible, the issue is resolved through litigation. The lawsuit is filed in the court located where the property is situated, and all stakeholders of the property must be included in the case. The court may decide either to divide the property physically or to sell it.

Court Fees and Expenses in the İzale-i Şuyu Lawsuit

Legal costs are usually paid by the plaintiff at the beginning of the case, but at the end, the court decides on the sharing of these expenses. Typically, these costs are divided according to the shares of the parties involved.

Why You Should Seek Professional Legal Support

An İzale-i Şuyu lawsuit involves complex legal processes, including property valuation, determining the shares of distribution, and managing a fair sales process. Therefore, it is crucial to seek support from an expert attorney to ensure the process is managed fairly and effectively. At Zeugma Tax & Law, we provide comprehensive legal support to our clients in İzale-i Şuyu lawsuits, ensuring property owners' rights are protected and the fairest outcome is achieved. Contact us to overcome the challenges of joint ownership and secure your property rights.

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