Family Law
Empathetic guidance in family legal matters
Family Law - Compassionate Guidance Through Difficult Times
Family law matters touch the most intimate aspects of human life and are often charged with strong emotions. Whether divorce, custody disputes, or maintenance proceedings - behind every case there are people with their hopes, fears, and the desire for a fair resolution. Particularly in these stressful situations, you need a lawyer who is not only legally proficient, but who also understands the emotional challenges and guides you through the process with empathy.
Our approach in family law is shaped by the conviction that even in difficult separation situations, constructive solutions are possible that keep the well-being of everyone involved - especially the children - in focus. We therefore initially rely on out-of-court settlements and mediation in order to avoid lengthy and costly court proceedings. At the same time, however, we are always prepared to vigorously defend your rights in court if an amicable solution is not possible.
Divorce and Separation
- Amicable and contested divorces
- Separation agreements and prenuptial agreements
- Divorce-consequence agreements
- Division of assets and equalisation of gains
- Pension equalisation and pension entitlements
Custody and Access
- Joint and sole custody
- Access rights of parents and grandparents
- Right to determine the child's residence
- Child abduction and international return
- Endangerment of the child's welfare and protective measures
Maintenance and Enforcement of Maintenance
- Child maintenance under the Düsseldorf Table
- Spousal and post-marital maintenance
- Care maintenance and maintenance for parents
- Modification of maintenance on changed circumstances
- Maintenance enforcement and collection
Property Law and Matrimonial Property Regime
- Equalisation of gains and separation of property
- Real-estate valuation and division
- Division of household goods and personal items
- Business valuation for self-employed parties
- Allocation of debts and liability issues
International Family Law
- Cross-border custody proceedings
- Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction
- International divorces
- Recognition of foreign judgments
- Conflicts between different legal systems
Adoption and Parentage Law
- Adoption of minors and adults
- Step-child adoption and foster relationships
- Challenging and establishing paternity
- Naming law and changes of name
- Reproductive medicine and surrogacy
