Plan early. Avoid disputes.
A death brings not only emotional challenges but also legal questions. I support you in settling the estate, avoiding disputes, and consistently enforcing your claims.
Clear estate planning from the start
Proactive planning creates security for you and your loved ones. I provide support with wills, estate planning, and legal questions regarding the transfer of assets.
In the event of an inheritance, I also help clarify claims, avoid conflicts, and, if necessary, enforce your rights—including in court.
Three key topics in inheritance law
Inheritance law involves family, assets, and responsibility.
Here are the most common concerns.
Wills & Estate Planning
A clearly drafted will ensures that your final wishes are carried out and helps avoid future conflicts. I assist you in drafting wills and planning your estate in a legally secure manner.
Typical topics
Lifetime gifts
Succession planning
Estate planning
Disinheriting
Bequests
Drafting a will
Berliner Testament
Compulsory portion claims
I assess whether compulsory portion claims exist and provide support in asserting legitimate claims or defending against unjustified ones.
Typical topics
Claiming the compulsory share
Waiver of the compulsory share
Calculating the compulsory share
Defending compulsory share claims
Supplementary compulsory share
Estate settlement
When there are multiple heirs, a community of heirs is often formed. I provide support in organizing the estate, resolving disputes, and achieving a fair distribution.
Typical topics
Property in an estate
Dissolving a community of heirs
Estate distribution
Inheritance disputes
Dividing an estate
Clear services.
Clear costs.
We will find a solution that fits your situation.
What my clients say
"Clear recommendations for action"
"I would like to express my sincere thanks for the inheritance law advice regarding my will and the inheritance case. Your holistic and solution-oriented approach, as well as your clear recommendations for action, especially regarding the order of succession, have helped me a great deal. I felt very well advised and supported by you at all times. Thank you very much for your support and dedication."
What you should know now.
The most important answers regarding wills, compulsory portions, estate planning, and my consulting services.
As far as possible, I work with clearly structured service packages so that you know the costs in advance. In a free initial consultation, we will clarify the appropriate approach and your options. If legal proceedings become necessary, the fees will be based on the standard statutory requirements.
With a "Berlin will," spouses appoint each other as sole heirs. The children only inherit after the death of the second parent. This form is widely used, but it can trigger compulsory portion claims or lead to avoidable inheritance tax burdens.
An initial consultation lasts about 20 minutes. I will take the time to answer your questions. More complex matters and any potential need for further advice will be discussed afterward.
First, the will is opened and the heirs are identified. If necessary, a certificate of inheritance is applied for. The heirs then decide whether to accept or renounce the inheritance. Subsequently, the estate is secured, organized, and managed – including debts and taxes. Finally, the distribution takes place.
That depends on your family situation and your assets. Without a will, the statutory order of succession applies, which does not always align with your personal wishes. A will creates clarity and prevents conflicts.
Spouses and children are generally entitled to a compulsory portion – a minimum share of the estate. Completely disinheriting them is therefore only possible to a limited extent.
In principle, a will can be changed or revoked at any time, provided you have the legal capacity to do so and are not restricted by previous wills or inheritance contracts. It is important that changes are made in a legally correct manner.
Yes. If you are entitled to a compulsory portion or another inheritance claim and it is not fulfilled, claims can also be enforced in court.
Without a will, the statutory order of succession applies. Assets are then distributed among spouses, children, or other relatives according to fixed rules. This arrangement does not always reflect the actual wishes of the deceased.
With proper planning, inheritance taxes can often be reduced. Lifetime gifts or a well-thought-out estate structure can be beneficial. Tax planning is carried out in coordination with your tax advisor.
An inheritance contract is more binding than a will and requires the consent of all parties involved. It is particularly suitable for spouses or for mutual protection. Once a party has passed away, it is generally very difficult to change.
Manage your estate with clarity and peace of mind.
Create security and avoid future conflicts.