Attorneys & Certified Specialist Lawyers
Law Firm Johannes Engelmann – nationwide advice and representation for individuals and businesses.
We are an internationally active law firm based in West Berlin, working across Family Law, Criminal Law, Immigration & Residence Law, Civil Law, Corporate & Commercial Law, Inheritance & Estate Law, Employment & Labor Law, Traffic & Transport Law and Tenancy & Real Estate Law. As specialised attorneys and certified specialist lawyers, we combine experience and expertise to offer our clients qualified, understandable and reliable support.
Marital agreements, separation agreements, divorce, pension equalisation, maintenance, matrimonial property law …
Learn moreDefence in investigative and main proceedings, defence strategy, homicide and other violent crime, narcotics offences, juvenile criminal cases, traffic offences and regulatory offences …
Learn moreObtaining and extending residence permits, residence permits for business professionals and students, family reunification, acquiring German citizenship …
Learn moreInitial consultation, ongoing legal support, contract drafting, enforcement of claims, representation in court proceedings …
Learn moreCompany formation and ongoing legal support, drafting of incorporation documents, contract drafting, trademark registration, representation before courts and authorities …
Learn moreInheritance contracts, estate settlement, estate administration, will drafting, estate and succession planning, execution of wills …
Learn moreInitial consultation, termination, employment references, remuneration disputes, formal warnings, maternity protection, occupational disability, termination agreements, wage and salary claims …
Learn moreInitial consultation, accidents, in- and out-of-court representation, traffic regulatory offences, fine proceedings, objections against fine notices, driving licence withdrawal …
Learn moreDrafting of tenancy agreements for landlords and tenants, extraordinary or ordinary termination, review and enforcement of rent increases, collection of rent claims …
Learn moreWe approach every matter with precision, discretion and perseverance, developing solutions that fit your situation.
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Plain-language guidance instead of legal jargon, in every conversation.
We typically reply to enquiries within one business day.
Transparent billing, agreed before your matter begins.
One dedicated point of contact — no changing case handlers.
I founded this firm in the conviction that excellent legal advice goes far beyond mere knowledge of statutes. Our clients deserve strategically considered, goal-oriented representation, carried by genuine empathy, mutual trust and the highest personal commitment.
Being right, to us, does not just mean analysing legal problems, but creating reliable solutions – with clarity, resolve and a clear focus on your success.
A prestigious location directly opposite the Schiller Theater and the Technical University, right in the centre of Berlin.
We represent your legal interests exclusively under German law and before German courts – even if you are based or headquartered abroad.
Advice available in German, English, Russian, Ukrainian, Croatian and Serbian — with no language barriers.
Clear terms under the German Attorney Remuneration Act (RVG) or an individually agreed fee arrangement.
We provide reliable legal services in demanding practice areas, guided by a commitment to fairness, precision and integrity.
Meet the TeamWe combine sound legal knowledge with a solid track record of success, and are committed to helping you get what you are entitled to.
Contact an ExpertAttorney
Founder
Certified Specialist in Employment Law
Attorney at Law
Focus: Immigration Law
Attorney at Law
Focus: Criminal and Traffic Law
Attorney at Law
Focus: Family Law
Cooperating Partner
Head Secretary
Paralegal (Certified Legal Assistant)
Legal Secretary
Legal advice should reflect precision and attention to every detail, in every encounter and every outcome.
From the first no-obligation call to representation in court, four clear steps that keep you informed at every stage.
A no-obligation first contact by phone or email.
Assessment of your matter within its legal framework (at limited cost). Information on likely costs and prospects of success.
Joint strategy planning. Obtaining coverage confirmation where a legal expenses insurance policy is in place.
In- and out-of-court representation of your interests.
Every case begins with a single call, and every step after that follows a clear plan.
Get in TouchAnswers to the most common questions about our services, our process and working with our firm.
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Ask a QuestionWe advise and represent clients in nine practice areas: Family Law, Criminal Law, Immigration & Residence Law, Civil Law, Corporate & Commercial Law, Inheritance & Estate Law, Employment & Labor Law, Traffic & Transport Law and Tenancy & Real Estate Law, for private individuals as well as for businesses.
Via the contact form on this page, by phone or by email. We typically get back to you within one business day with a proposed appointment.
All documents relevant to your case: contracts, correspondence, official notices, and a brief chronological overview of events.
Yes. All information is subject to attorney-client privilege and is used exclusively within the scope of your matter.
Depending on the matter, we bill by the hour, at a flat rate or according to statutory fees. We discuss the basis transparently before work begins.
That depends on complexity, the opposing party and the court. After an initial review we give you a realistic estimate of the likely timeframe.
How we successfully defended a client against an unjustified unfair-dismissal claim, including the key lessons for comparable cases.
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A recent court ruling is changing practice in immigration law. We explain the background and what those affected should now consider.
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In this video we show step by step how court representation proceeds, from preparing for the hearing through to the oral proceedings.
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What to bear in mind legally during a house search and how early criminal defence effectively protects your rights.
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