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Justice Without Borders.
Excellence Without Compromise.

32 years of legal excellence. 12 practice areas. Clients across 22 countries on 5 continents. When it matters most, LexBerg delivers.

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JUVE Award Winner

Frankfurt Law Firm of the Year

Active in 22 Countries
Frankfurt London New York Dubai Lagos Singapore Paris Nairobi Amsterdam Accra Zurich Hong Kong Frankfurt London New York Dubai Lagos Singapore Paris Nairobi Amsterdam Accra Zurich Hong Kong
Practice Areas

12 Areas of Law. One Firm You Can Trust.

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Criminal Defense

Experienced criminal defense from white-collar fraud to serious charges. Maximilian Schreiber leads one of Germany's most formidable defense teams.

Family Law

Compassionate guidance through divorce, custody, child support, and domestic matters. We protect families with firmness and empathy.

Corporate Law

M&A, joint ventures, corporate governance, and commercial contracts. Dominik Fassbinder has advised on €1.2B+ in transactions across Europe and beyond.

Immigration Law

EU Blue Cards, residency permits, asylum, family reunification, and cross-border employment. Sofia Hartmann has guided clients from 22 countries.

Real Estate Law

Acquisitions, disposals, development finance, and commercial leasing. Benjamin Koch has advised on €800M+ in property transactions.

Estate Planning & Inheritance

Wills, trusts, cross-border inheritance, estate administration, and succession planning — handled with discretion and international tax expertise.

Employment Law

Wrongful dismissal, discrimination, executive contracts, and cross-border employment disputes — representing employees and employers with equal expertise.

Personal Injury

Dedicated advocacy for injury victims against insurers and corporations. We pursue maximum compensation — with no fees unless we win.

Intellectual Property

Patent registration, trademark protection, copyright enforcement, and IP litigation — the preferred choice of Frankfurt's growing tech sector.

Civil Litigation

High-stakes commercial disputes, international arbitration, and class actions across German and international jurisdictions.

Tax Law

Corporate tax planning, cross-border tax structuring, VAT disputes, and international tax compliance for German and multinational clients.

Bankruptcy Law

Business restructuring, insolvency proceedings, creditor protection, and financial rehabilitation with a clear path forward.

Why LexBerg

Six Reasons Clients Choose Us

32

Years of Practice

Founded in 1994, LexBerg brings three decades of courtroom experience to every matter — in Germany and internationally.

94%

Success Rate

Across 12,000+ cases over 32 years, 94% of our client matters have resulted in a favourable outcome.

22

Countries Served

From Frankfurt to Lagos, Dubai, New York and Singapore — our global partner network ensures local expertise wherever you are.

8+

Languages

Our team advises in German, English, French, Arabic and more — ensuring nothing is lost in translation when it matters most.

400+

Pro Bono Cases

Since 1994, LexBerg has provided free legal representation to over 400 families — because justice should not depend on your income.

JUVE

Award Winner

JUVE Law Firm of the Year — Frankfurt, 2019 & 2022. Germany's most prestigious legal industry recognition.

LexBerg Law Firm

32+

Years of Legal Excellence

LexBerg Attorneys
About LexBerg

Frankfurt-Based. Globally Trusted. Practising Since 1994.

LexBerg Law Firm was founded in Frankfurt in 1994 by Dominik Fassbinder and Dr. Ingrid Lehmann. Thirty-two years on, our team of 48 attorneys serves clients across 22 countries on five continents — from major corporations to families navigating the most difficult moments of their lives.

About LexBerg

“We do not measure success by the number of cases we take on. We measure it by the lives we change — one client, one case, one courtroom at a time.”

Dominik Fassbinder

Dominik Fassbinder

Senior Partner & Founder

Awards & Recognition

Recognised by Germany's Most Prestigious Legal Institutions

JUVE Award 2022 Law Firm of the Year — Frankfurt
JUVE Award 2019 Law Firm of the Year — Frankfurt
Chambers Global Recognised in Cross-Border Corporate & Litigation
STEP Member Society of Trust & Estate Practitioners
Process

From Your First Call to Final Resolution — We Guide Every Step

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1
Free Consultation

Your first step is always a free, no-obligation consultation. We listen carefully to understand your situation, assess your options, and give you an honest appraisal — before any commitment is made.

2
Case Assessment & Strategy

Our attorneys conduct a thorough legal analysis — reviewing evidence, applicable law across relevant jurisdictions, and identifying the strongest possible course of action for your outcome.

3
Transparent Engagement

We provide a clear fee structure, realistic timeline, and a dedicated attorney for your matter. You will always know the next step, the current status, and who to call. No surprises, no silence.

4
Execution & Resolution

We fight hard — in court, in arbitration, or at the negotiating table — to secure the best possible result. Our 94% success rate across 12,000+ cases speaks for itself.

Case Results

Results That Speak for Themselves

Corporate Law — 1998
€12M

Cross-Border Arbitration Win

Landmark arbitration victory for a mid-market manufacturer in a complex cross-border commercial dispute — LexBerg's defining early case.

Criminal Defense — 2001
Full Acquittal

White-Collar Fraud Trial

After 9 months in court, Maximilian Schreiber secured a full acquittal in the white-collar fraud trial that put LexBerg's criminal practice on the map.

Real Estate — Since 2017
€800M+

Property Transaction Portfolio

Benjamin Koch's practice has advised on over €800 million in acquisitions, disposals, and development finance since joining the firm in 2017.

Our Team

Meet the Attorneys Who Fight for You

Dominik Fassbinder
Dominik Fassbinder
Senior Partner & Founder
Dominik Fassbinder
Corporate · Family · Inheritance
Dr. Ingrid Lehmann
Dr. Ingrid Lehmann
Senior Partner & Co-Founder
Dr. Ingrid Lehmann
Family Law · Pro Bono Chair
Maximilian Schreiber
Maximilian Schreiber
Partner — Criminal Defense
Maximilian Schreiber
Criminal Defense · White-Collar
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A Track Record Built Over Three Decades

12K+

Cases successfully resolved across all practice areas

1.2B+

Recovered for clients since founding in 1994

94%

Favourable outcomes across 32 years of practice

FAQ

Common Questions

Can't find what you need? Ask us directly.

Yes. All new matters start with a free, confidential 30-minute consultation with a senior attorney. You'll receive honest, practical advice with no obligation to proceed.
Yes. LexBerg advises clients across 22 countries on 5 continents. We maintain a network of trusted partner counsel across Europe, North America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
We offer hourly billing, fixed fees for defined matters, and conditional fee arrangements for personal injury cases. All fees are discussed transparently at the outset — no surprises.
Our primary languages are German and English. Several partners also advise in French and Arabic. For all other languages we work with qualified interpreters and our international partner network.
For urgent matters we typically schedule within 24–48 hours. For time-critical situations such as criminal proceedings or injunctions, we operate on a same-day basis where required.
Yes. LexBerg's Pro Bono Committee, chaired by Dr. Ingrid Lehmann, has provided free legal representation to over 400 families since 1994. All pro bono applications are reviewed with full discretion.
Client Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About LexBerg

KR

“LexBerg handled our cross-border M&A transaction with remarkable precision. Dominik Fassbinder’s team navigated German and international law seamlessly — the deal closed in record time and exactly to our terms.”

Klaus Reinhardt

CEO, Reinhardt Capital Group — Corporate Law

MB

“When I was falsely accused, I needed the best. Maximilian Schreiber defended me through nine months of proceedings and secured my full acquittal. His preparation was extraordinary. LexBerg gave me my life back.”

Markus Bauer

Business Owner, Frankfurt — Criminal Defense

TW

“Moving from Lagos to Frankfurt felt overwhelming — but Sofia Hartmann made every step straightforward. She handled my EU Blue Card, residency, and family reunification with efficiency and genuine care.”

Tolu Williams

Technology Executive, Frankfurt — Immigration Law

AD

“Dr. Ingrid Lehmann handled my divorce and custody proceedings with compassion and fierce advocacy. She ensured my children’s best interests were protected at every turn. I left a difficult situation with a fair outcome.”

Anna Dietrich

Frankfurt Resident — Family Law

JH

“We engaged LexBerg for a complex cross-border acquisition spanning Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK. The corporate team’s command of multi-jurisdiction deal structure was exceptional. Completed on time and under budget — a rare achievement at this scale.”

James Hargreaves

Managing Director, London, United Kingdom — Corporate Law

FA

“Benjamin Koch guided us through a €45M commercial real estate acquisition in Frankfurt with complete clarity and zero surprises. His knowledge of German property law is unmatched. As a Dubai-based investor, having counsel of this calibre in Germany is invaluable.”

Fatima Al-Rashidi

Property Investor, Dubai, UAE — Real Estate Law

ON

“I had a contractual dispute with a German partner that I thought would take years to resolve. LexBerg handled my civil litigation with speed and precision, securing a favourable settlement in under six months. Their professionalism across continents is truly impressive.”

Olumide Nwosu

Chief Executive Officer, Lagos, Nigeria — Civil Litigation

CV

“When my Amsterdam-based company faced a wrongful termination claim from a senior German employee, LexBerg navigated the cross-border employment law complexities with absolute confidence. They saved us from a potentially ruinous outcome.”

Céline Vandermeer

HR Director, Amsterdam, Netherlands — Employment Law

RS

“Protecting our software IP across European markets required a firm that truly understood both technology and German IP law. LexBerg delivered on both counts — successfully opposing a patent infringement claim that could have cost us our entire European market position.”

Rajesh Sharma

Founder & CTO, Singapore — Intellectual Property

MB

“After losing my father unexpectedly, settling a cross-border inheritance involving assets in Germany and France felt impossible. LexBerg coordinated everything seamlessly — the estate was resolved with complete transparency and none of the family conflict I had feared.”

Marie Beaumont

Private Client, Paris, France — Estate Planning & Inheritance

DK

“Entering the German market as a Canadian fintech required navigating regulatory, corporate, and employment law simultaneously. LexBerg acted as our single point of legal contact and made our Frankfurt launch not just possible — but smooth. Remarkable firm.”

David Kim

Chief Executive Officer, Toronto, Canada — Corporate Law

ZA

“Sofia Hartmann secured our family’s German residency after a previous application was rejected. She knew precisely where the original submission had failed, built a watertight case, and the approval came within three months. We are grateful beyond words.”

Zainab Al-Farsi

Business Owner, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — Immigration Law

NM

“I was a South African national in a cross-border custody dispute involving Germany and South Africa. LexBerg coordinated with local counsel on both continents and fought relentlessly for my children. The outcome exceeded what I thought was possible. They truly changed our lives.”

Nomsa Molefe

Educator, Johannesburg, South Africa — Family Law

PR

“Our US-based company needed German insolvency and restructuring counsel urgently. LexBerg’s tax and bankruptcy team stepped in immediately, stabilised the situation and negotiated a restructuring plan our creditors accepted. We kept our European operations running. Outstanding work under pressure.”

Patricia Rodriguez

CFO, New York, United States — Bankruptcy & Restructuring

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