The Brexit is postponed, but not (yet) cancelled. So while the political dispute in London and Brussels continues, the German legislator has already passed laws for the various conceivable scenarios to take account of the tax problems that arise. An overview. more…
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AFMP – German exit tax violates agreement between Switzerland and the EU
On February 26, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled in the Wächtler case that the German exit tax in its current form violates the Agreement on the Free Movement of Persons (AFMP) between Switzerland and the EU and fully endorsed the Advocate General‘s pleading. more…
Q&A – Charitable organisations in Germany
This country-specific Q&A guide provides a structured overview of the key practical issues concerning charity law in Germany. more…
Legal Guide to Private Clients – FAQs concerning German jurisdiction
This article provides a broad overview of common issues in private client law and regulation in German jurisdiction. Learn more about the key issues affecting private client work, particularly from the perspective of a multi-jurisdictional transaction. more…
Private Clients 2019 – Recent developments in Germany
Tax, trusts and foundations, succession – Learn more about the recent developments in German legislation concerning private clients. more…
Overview – Private wealth and private client law in Germany
Private wealth and private client law in Germany is characterised by a high number of tax and legal regulations on the one hand and a high level of judicial review on the other. This article gives an overview of the most relevant topics. more…
The new transparency register in Germany
As of October 1, 2017, corporate entities, other private law corporations and trusts are required to report their beneficial owners to the newly-established German transparency register. more…