Law Firm - Apply for admission

Lawyers may also provide their legal services in the form of a limited liability company (Law Firm). This company must also be admitted by the Bar.

Prerequisites

  • Demands on society
    Pursuant to § 59d BRAO, the company must comply with the requirements under §§ 59c, 59e and 59f BRAO.
  • No forfeiture of assets
    Pursuant to § 59d no. 2 BRAO, the company must not be in a state of financial collapse.
  • Proof of professional liability insurance
    Proof of the conclusion of professional liability insurance pursuant to § 59j BRAO or the submission of a provisional confirmation of cover must be submitted.

Documents required

  • Application form
    A completed and signed application form (pre-printed form) must be submitted.
  • Proof of the articles of association
    A certified copy of the memorandum and articles of association must be submitted.
  • Proof of shareholder resolutions
    A copy of the shareholders' resolutions on the appointment of managing directors, authorised signatories and authorised agents shall be submitted.
  • Proof of professional liability insurance
    Proof of the conclusion of professional liability insurance pursuant to § 59j BRAO or the submission of a provisional confirmation of cover must be submitted. This can be submitted later, but must be available at the latest when the admission certificate is handed over.
  • Proof of payment of fees
    Proof of payment of fees must be submitted.

Fees

767,00 EUR

Average time to process request

Approx. 2 - 3 months

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The Berlin Bar Association is responsible for the application for admission of a law firm.

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