Kofahl Law is a Berlin law firm run by Dr. Lars Kofahl, a lawyer (Rechtsanwalt) admitted in Germany. He advises international professionals and their families in English and German on immigration, employment, tenancy and family law.
The office is in Berlin-Kreuzberg, and clients are advised across Germany. You start with a short message through the contact form on the website, and the first consultation is usually held by video call. Companies that hire international staff can also get advice, from residence law requirements to employment contracts.
Practice areas:
- Immigration and residence law – EU Blue Card, visas, residence permits, permanent residence, family reunification, naturalisation, and help when the immigration office rejects or delays an application
- Employment law – contract negotiation, protection against unfair dismissal, severance pay, discrimination
- Tenancy law – lease review, tenancy disputes, deposit disputes, negotiations with your landlord
- Family law – international family law, separation and divorce, custody and child law, and rainbow families (LGBTQ+): step-child adoption, donor conception and surrogacy abroad
Key information:
- Languages offered: English and German
- Website in English: Yes
- Support hours: Replies to enquiries usually within 24 hours
- First consultation: usually by video call
- Costs: Contacting the office is free of charge. Costs for your matter are explained after your first enquiry
- Also advises employers on hiring international professionals
