Author Archives: Andreas Moser
Historical Ignorance
Zur deutschen Fassung. I am always a bit disappointed when my clients show little enthusiasm, as I explain to them that the finely balanced inter- and sometimes counterplay between federal laws, the state judiciary and municipal executive power in Germany … Continue reading
FAQ on Military Divorce in Germany
As you know, I am a lawyer in Germany and I specialize in international family law. But did you know how I got into family law in the first place? I grew up in Amberg, which used to have a … Continue reading
Marriage makes stupid
Zur deutschen Fassung. As a divorce lawyer, I never tire of singing the praises of single life and trumpeting the dangers of marriage. Unfortunately, no one ever listens to me. Instead, people continue to walk down the aisle, towards doom … Continue reading
Mauthausen
Zur deutschen Fassung dieses Berichts. My hosts in Linz are exceptionally gracious hosts. On the morning of the farewell, they cook, bake, puree, flambé and prepare food as if I weren’t a humble little fellow, but a horde of a … Continue reading
Do-it-yourself Crucifixion
I took this photo in Wrocław, but I have no idea what means. Maybe one of my more theologically astute readers can explain.
Introducing Via Transilvanica
Every now and then, people ask if I can recommend a long-distance hiking path. I don’t know why they would ask me, of all people, because I am really more of a couch potato myself. But one thing I know: … Continue reading
How much does Child Custody cost?
A potential client is trying to convince me to take on her case, listing the reasons why she should have child custody. “I have a house, I have a car, my ex doesn’t have anything,” she says, among other equally … Continue reading
The End of Skype
As I reach those echelons of advanced age, where, just a few short centuries ago I would have been regarded as a wise man, I sometimes feel the impact of age discrimination already. For example when they randomly change well-functioning … Continue reading
FAQ on Reclaiming German Citizenship – updated 2025
The FAQ on German Citizenship are the most popular post on my blog. But some aspects are so complicated, they warrant their own list of FAQ, like those on reclaiming German citizenship or German citizenship by restitution. I am a … Continue reading
Whither NATO?
When I photographed this mural in Kutaisi in Georgia (the real Georgia) in 2017, it seemed to symbolize the Georgian aspirations and hopes to join NATO. After all, somebody has to bring the wine for all the military exercises. Nowadays, … Continue reading
The Happy Hermit 