Legal Services - Comprehensive Legal Counsel
As a specialist attorney with SBA certification in construction law and mediation, I have been supporting individuals, companies, and public entities for many years in complex legal matters - both in court and through out-of-court negotiations and mediation proceedings.
As a public notary, I complement my construction law practice with notarial services - the two areas of expertise frequently go hand in hand. I also advise and represent clients in labour law and inheritance law.
My in-depth knowledge of technical, economic, and legal contexts enables a pragmatic and goal-oriented approach: every case is accompanied by a clear assessment of available options, their costs, duration, and risks.
Areas of Expertise
Conflicts Between Clients and Construction Professionals
Disputes between building owners and architects, engineers, or contractors are among the most common cases in construction law. Typical issues include construction defects, cost overruns, schedule delays, and liability questions. I represent my clients both in negotiations and before the courts.
Neighbor Disputes
Setback distances, immissions, encroachments, and rights of way - neighbor conflicts often require a thorough understanding of both legal and technical circumstances. I assist in asserting or defending claims.
Condominium and Co-Ownership
Conflicts within condominium communities frequently involve usage rights, maintenance and renovation obligations, regulation changes, or decision-making at assemblies. I advise and represent owners and property managers.
Appeals Against Building Permits
Challenging or defending building permits requires knowledge of public construction law and administrative procedure. I assist building owners, neighbors, and municipalities in these proceedings.
Land Use and Planning Procedures
Questions regarding zoning compliance, use changes, and spatial planning procedures require specialized knowledge at the intersection of private and public law.
Environmental Law
Environmental law issues play an increasingly important role in connection with construction and urban planning projects. Environmental impact assessments, noise protection regulations, water protection, and contaminated site issues are frequently closely linked to building permit procedures. I advise and represent my clients in these intersections between environmental and construction law.
Types of Proceedings
I am active in all relevant types of proceedings:
- Court proceedings - Representation before civil and administrative courts at all levels
- Out-of-court negotiations - Settlement negotiations and conciliation procedures to avoid lengthy litigation
- Administrative proceedings - Objections, building permit procedures, and spatial planning procedures
When Do You Need a Specialist?
Typical situations where a specialized construction law attorney is needed:
- You have discovered construction defects and the contractor refuses to make repairs
- Your building project has been blocked by an objection
- A neighbor is building and you fear infringement of your rights
- Your condominium community has conflicts over renovations or usage rights
- You need a clear assessment of your legal position before a major investment
Notarial Services
As a public notary, I authenticate and certify legal acts of all kinds - in particular in connection with real estate, property transactions, and company agreements. This activity is a natural complement to my construction law expertise: property purchase contracts, easement agreements, and similar documents frequently require both construction law and notarial knowledge.
Further Areas of Practice
I also advise and represent clients in the following fields. These are not specialist areas within the meaning of SBA certification, but complementary areas of activity:
Labour Law
Advice and representation of employers and employees in employment disputes, including dismissals, wage claims, and questions relating to the employment relationship. Where an amicable resolution is possible, I am also available as a mediator.
Inheritance Law
Advice on matters of inheritance law, including the drafting of wills, distribution of estates, and inheritance disputes. In inheritance matters in particular, mediation frequently offers a meaningful alternative to court proceedings, helping to preserve family relationships.