German Probate Law and Estate Planning
We specialize entirely in German probate law and estate planning. We consult with a view towards the overall tax and civil law situation. This is particularly important for tax issues; and, in disputed matters or matters with a foreign domicile, knowledge of several legal systems can be essential. Our services include:
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News
- German Federal Fiscal Court: A legacy of German Real Estate is not subject to limited inheritance tax liability
- German Inheritance Tax: Tax-free Exemptions in 2023
- German Federal Civil Court: Application of English law can Violate German Public
- German Federal Fiscal Court Ruling on Gift Tax triggered by Distributions from a Foreign Trust
- German Federal Fiscal Court: Assets titled in Trust to which the Grantor has reserved comprehensive Powers are to be considered owned by him for German Inheritance and Gift Tax Purposes
- Cologne Court of Appeal: Application of English law can violate the German Public Policy