Category Archives: Law

FAQ on the Untätigkeitsklage for German Citizenship

I never thought that so many people would ask me to write about the Untätigkeitsklage, an obscure type of lawsuit contained in the German Rules of Administrative Court Proceedings. Honestly, I would much rather write about my quest for the … Continue reading

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FAQ on German Citizenship Law – updated 2024

I am a German lawyer, specializing in German citizenship law. These FAQ are supposed to give you an overview of the basic principles governing this area of law, so you can decide whether a paid consultation is worth it. Before … Continue reading

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Espionage as Exceptional Integration

As a citizenship lawyer, I am not very fond of clauses in the law that allow naturalization under exceptional circumstances. Far too many people think of themselves as very special, and I have to spend a large part of my … Continue reading

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What is it with American Clients and their Nazi Obsession?

I really like to help the victims of Nazi persecution. Or rather their descendants, considering that most people who survived that horror have passed away since. My main focus is on the restitution of German citizenship to those whose ancestors … Continue reading

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The Sad Life of a Superlawyer

Criss-crossing the country, from court to court, from case to case, from client to client. At night you find yourself in yet another hotel, going to bed early, because there is nothing else to do. And when you turn on … Continue reading

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Advocatus Diavolo

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How does Bolivia deal with illegal immigrants?

Hier könnt Ihr diesen Artikel auf Deutsch lesen. When I arrived in Bolivia, the arrivals hall at the airport in Cochabamba was so full that the police simply called out loudly: “Who is a local?” Anyone who raised their hand … Continue reading

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Two Lessons from the last Bilderberg Conference

You are not supposed to say anything about those conferences.
But as I probably won’t get invited back for a second time anyway, I might as well spill some secrets. Continue reading

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How to speed up your application for German citizenship

With the new German citizenship law entering into effect in June 2024, the number of people applying for naturalization will increase substantially. For one, you no longer need to give up your primary citizenship. This requirement, though already riddled with … Continue reading

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Germany on Drugs: The Legalization of Cannabis

Living in Germany, but you can’t get high on castles and chocolate cake alone?
Here is everything you need to know about the legalization of weed in Germany. Continue reading

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