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ATTORNEY AT LAW
DR. PETER BARANDT
[ NEW YORK] * [ FRANKFURT AM MAIN ]
AT DR. BARANDT LAW FIRM IN FRANKFURT, GERMANY WE HAVE A UNIQUE, IN-DEPTH UNDERSTANDING OF BOTH THE U.S. AND GERMAN LEGAL SYSTEMS AND SPECIALIZE IN BILATERAL CROSS-BORDER PROBATE CASES.

ADMITTED TO PRACTICE LAW IN BOTH GERMANY AND THE UNITED STATES, I HAVE UNRIVALED EXPERTISE IN HANDLING COMPLEX PROBATE LEGAL MATTERS INVOLVING BOTH JURISDICTIONS. WHETHER YOU HAVE LEGAL DISPUTES INVOLVING GERMAN AND U.S. INHERITANCE LAW, ESTATE INHERITANCE DISTRIBUTION OR INTERNATIONAL TAX REGULATIONS, OUR TEAM OFFERS A SEAMLESS AND INTEGRATED LEGAL APPROACH CUSTOMIZED TO YOUR GERMAN-U.S. INHERITANCE LAW NEEDS.
PROBATE ATTORNEY IN FRANKFURT
PROBATE ATTORNEY IN FRANKFURT SPECIALIZING IN CROSS-BORDER AMERICAN-GERMAN TRANSACTIONS WITH DUAL QUALIFICATIONS
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LEGAL SUPPORT & PRACTICE AREAS IN GERMAN PROBATE AND AMERICAN ESTATE LAW

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PROBATE ATTORNEY IN FRANKFURT DR. PETER BARANDT, LL. M.
GERMAN VERSUS AMERICAN PROBATE AND ESTATE LAW INCL. TAX LAW
[ NEW YORK] * [ FRANKFURT AM MAIN ]
LEGAL SUPPORT & PRACTICE AREAS IN GERMAN PROBATE AND AMERICAN ESTATE LAW

Professional experience in american-german probate law, estate law, trust law, wills estate and gift tax law, incl. criminal tax fraud law based on double bar admission both in Germany and in the U.S.

Legal Case Handling in American-German Probate, Estate, Trust, and Tax Law
With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Barandt, Esq., provides expert legal representation in complex American-German cross-border estate, probate, and tax law matters. Dr. Barandt has a dual bar admission in Germany and the U.S. that uniquely positions him to handle the intricacies of estate administration, tax compliance, and probate disputes across these jurisdictions. Below are some typical case types handled by Dr. Barandt, showcasing his depth of expertise in cross-border legal issues.
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PROBATE LAW
DR. BARANDT LAW FIRM OFFERS SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE IN GERMAN PROBATE LAW AND AMERICAN ESTATE LAW, ASSISTING CLIENTS WITH ESTATE AND INHERITANCE MATTERS, AND PROBATE PROCESSES ACROSS BOTH GERMANY AND THE UNITED STATES.
TRUST LAW
IN ADDITION TO OUR EXPERTISE IN GERMAN INHERITANCE LAW, WE ALSO OFFER COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES IN AMERICAN INHERITANCE LAW, WITH A FOCUS ON POST-DEATH ESTATE ADMINISTRATION IN AMERICA, TRUST ADMINISTRATION AND ESTATE ADMINISTRATION.
ESTATE LAW
DR. BARANDT LAW FIRM ASSISTS CLIENTS WITH ESTATE ADMINISTRATION WITH A FOCUS ON AMERICAN WILLS AND AMERICAN TRUSTS THAT COMPLY WITH U.S. LAW, TAKING INTO ACCOUNT GERMAN INHERITANCE PRINCIPLES WHERE NECESSARY.
TAX LAW
FOR AMERICAN AND GERMAN HEIRS AND CLIENTS WITH TRANSATLANTIC RELATIONSHIPS, WE ENSURE THAT ESTATE DISTRIBUTIONS WILL BE STRUCTURED TO MINIMIZE TAX LIABILITIES AND ADMINISTRATIVE HURDLES IN BOTH JURISDICTIONS.

SKILLED IN MANAGING COMPLEX TAX STRUCTURES AND DEFENDING CLIENTS IN CASES OF TAX-RELATED FRAUD ALLEGATIONS, LEVERAGING DEEP UNDERSTANDING IN BOTH AMERICAN AND GERMAN TAX LAW.
PRACTICE AREAS
LAW FIRM FRANKFURT
  • Administration and Liquidation of American Estates and Trusts in Germany
    For American estates and trusts with German assets or liabilities, ATTORNEY AT LAW Dr. Barandt handles the complex task of administering and liquidating these estates in accordance with German legal standards. He manages creditor claims, asset liquidation, and resolution of tax obligations, ensuring that cross-border estates are settled smoothly and in compliance with both German and U.S. legal requirements.
  • German Estate, Inheritance, and Gift Tax Compliance

    ATTORNEY AT LAW Dr. Barandt provides specialized support for American estates, heirs, beneficiaries, and trusts in completing German inheritance and gift tax filings. His services include preparing and submitting Erbschaftsteuererklärungen (estate tax declarations) and Schenkungsteuererklärungen (gift tax declarations) to German tax authorities, managing the nuances of German tax law to ensure accurate and compliant reporting.
  • Defense Against Claims by German Tax Authorities
    For American estates facing undue claims from German tax authorities, ATTORNEY AT LAW Dr. Barandt defends U.S. heirs, beneficiaries, and trustees. He challenges tax assessments to avoid double taxation and advocates for the reduction or elimination of excessive German inheritance or gift tax claims, utilizing his expertise in both German and U.S. tax law to effectively protect his clients.
  • Representation Before German Probate Courts and Tax Authorities
    ATTORNEY AT LAW Dr. Barandt represents U.S. executors, heirs, and trustees before German probate courts (Nachlassgerichte) and tax authorities (Finanzämte). He navigates probate processes, from applying for certificates of heirship and letters testamentary to defending clients’ interests in disputes over asset ownership or tax liability, ensuring compliance and protecting client assets.

Attorney At Law Dr. Barandt`s comprehensive approach to American-German estate and tax law ensures that clients benefit from a thorough understanding of both legal systems, providing them with confidence and clarity in complex international legal matters.

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Practice Areas ATTORNEY AT LAW Dr. Barandt Law Firm in Frankfurt, Germany:

We have a unique, in-depth understanding of both the U.S. and German legal systems and specialize in bilateral cross-border probate cases. Admitted to practice law in both Germany and the United States, I have unrivaled expertise in handling complex probate legal matters involving both jurisdictions. Whether you have legal disputes involving German and U.S. inheritance law, estate inheritance distribution or international tax regulations, our team offers a seamless and integrated legal approach customized to your German-U.S. inheritance law needs.

  • American-German Legal Expertise
Obtaining German Certificates of Heirship and Testamentary Documents

For American heirs and beneficiaries, Dr. Barandt facilitates the acquisition of German Erbschein (certificate of heirship) and Testamentsvollstreckerzeugnis (letters testamentary) from German probate courts. These documents are essential for accessing and managing German assets within an estate, and Dr. Barandt ensures efficient processing and compliance with German legal procedures.

  • Recognition of U.S. Wills and Trusts in Germany
ATTORNEY AT LAW Dr. Barandt assists clients in obtaining German recognition of U.S. wills and trust agreements, enabling smooth probate proceedings in Germany. He manages the complex requirements for validating foreign documents in Germany, ensuring that American estate planning documents are upheld under German law.

  • Legal Support in American Will Contests with German Elements
For American will contests involving German wills or assets, Dr. Barandt advises U.S. heirs, beneficiaries, and personal representatives on cross-border inheritance disputes. His experience allows him to handle complex cases involving conflicting estate laws, ensuring the integrity of his clients’ rights.

  • Legal Representation in German Will Contests Involving U.S. and German Wills
When German wills are contested, Dr. Barandt represents U.S. heirs and beneficiaries in German court, addressing issues such as validity and interpretation of conflicting wills. His dual knowledge of U.S. and German inheritance laws provides clients with comprehensive support, ensuring fair representation in complex disputes.

  • Protection Against Claims by German Authorities and Potential Beneficiaries
Dr. Barandt defends U.S. clients against unsubstantiated claims from German tax and law enforcement authorities, as well as from potential German beneficiaries. In cases where a decedent had dual residences in Germany and the U.S., he mitigates the risk of double taxation and legal disputes.

  • Structuring U.S. Trust Distributions to German Beneficiaries
To optimize tax outcomes, Dr. Barandt advises U.S. trustees on structuring distributions to German beneficiaries, taking into account German tax implications and inheritance rules. His expertise enables legally compliant, tax-efficient distribution plans that align with both U.S. and German tax obligations.

  • Differentiation of German Estate and Gift Tax from Income Tax Liabilities
For distributions from American estates and trusts to German recipients, Dr. Barandt advises on distinguishing estate and gift tax liabilities from income tax obligations under German law. This differentiation ensures accurate reporting and compliance, optimizing tax outcomes for cross-border beneficiaries.

DR. PETER K.-D. BARANDT
LL.M. (SMU, DALLAS, TEXAS)
RECHTSANWALT (FRANKFURT AM MAIN)*
ATTORNEY AT LAW
(NEW YORK)**
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