Legal advice,
international
by design.
Business immigration, company formation and commercial law for international clients in Germany — from Hamburg, since 2009. Alexander Kagan advises in German and English.
Legal advice at the intersection of law, business and language.
International mandates combine German law, commercial practice and a cross-border background — we advise at this intersection.
We work with companies, entrepreneurs, founders, managing directors, skilled professionals and multilingual private clients on questions of German law. Our practice covers business immigration, company formation, corporate law, commercial and contract law, residence and citizenship, and employment law.
Whether a GmbH formation for a foreign shareholder, a residence permit for a managing director based abroad, skilled worker recruitment, or a contract with an international dimension — we combine legal clarity with the ability to communicate across languages.
In Hamburg since 2009 — personal support from a single point of contact.
About the firm
Five practice areas, one point of contact.
Business Immigration
Residence permits for founders, active investors and managing directors. EU Blue Card, skilled worker immigration, fast-track procedure and immigration support for employers.
- Business Immigration
- EU Blue Card
- Skilled Worker Immigration
- Fast-Track Procedure
- Managing Director Residence Permit
Company Formation
& Corporate Law
GmbH formation for domestic and foreign shareholders, corporate structures, managing director agreements and ongoing corporate counsel.
- GmbH Formation
- GmbH for Foreign Shareholders
- Corporate Law
- Managing Directors & Shareholders
- Ongoing Corporate Counsel
Commercial &
Contract Law
Contract law, international agreements, commercial arrangements, debt collection and commercial disputes with a cross-border or business dimension.
More on Commercial Law
Residence &
Citizenship
Visa, residence permit, settlement permit, family reunification and naturalisation — for skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and private clients.
- Residence & Citizenship
- Visa & Residence Permit
- Settlement Permit
- Family Reunification
- Naturalisation
Employment Law
Dismissal, dismissal protection, termination agreements, employment contracts and immigration-related questions when hiring foreign skilled workers.
- Employment Law for Employers
- Employment Law for Employees
- Termination & Dismissal Protection
- Termination Agreement
- Hire Foreign Skilled Workers
What clients say.
Google Review · Corporate LawI had the pleasure of working with Alexander Kagan for a complex legal matter involving my business. His expertise in corporate law was truly exceptional. Mr. Kagan’s guidance and professionalism were instrumental in helping us reach an amicable agreement with my co-founders. His strategic approach and commitment to resolving issues without resorting to court were impressive. …
Google Review · Commercial Law & ImmigrationI have been working with attorney Alexander Kagan and his team for over 10 years. He is an extremely reliable partner in all legal matters relating to business, company formation, immigration, and international legal questions in Germany. …
Google Review · International MattersI can confirm that Mr. Alexander Kagan is a highly competent, honest, and accurate professional. He is professional enough to provide clear guidance. As a client from the Middle East and Asia, I greatly value trust and professionalism in business relationships. …
Google Review · Company FormationWe would like to sincerely thank the law firm Kagan for their outstanding support in forming our UG (limited liability). From the first consultation to the final implementation, we were guided competently, reliably, and with great transparency. …
Google Review · Business ImmigrationOne of the best lawyer for company matters and immigration. Will recommend him to any one who is need of immigration related issue or company set up. Using his services since 2014.
International mandates combine German law, commercial practice and a cross-border background — we advise at this intersection.
Kagan Legal · since 2009
We advise at this intersection with precision in German law and clear communication throughout the mandate. Clients work directly with the responsible lawyer.
About the firmWhom we advise.
Companies, founders, managing directors, skilled professionals and multilingual private clients.
- 01 Entrepreneurs & Founders Establishment, investment, company formation with an international dimension.
- 02 Start-ups Early-stage structuring, shareholders’ agreements and legal advice for founders.
- 03 International Companies Market entry, subsidiaries, international staff mobility and contract law.
- 04 Employers Hiring foreign skilled workers, employment contracts, termination.
- 05 Executives & Skilled Professionals Residence and corporate law advice for executives and qualified professionals from abroad.
- 06 Private Clients with an International Background Selected employment and civil law advice for multilingual individuals.
Analysis & Updates
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Business Immigration
Residence permits for foreign entrepreneurs: an overview
Which residence titles are available for entrepreneurs, investors and the self-employed? An introduction to the main options under German immigration law.
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Residence Law
Skilled worker immigration: what employers need to know
An overview of the legal aspects involved in hiring foreign skilled workers and entry for employment in Germany.
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Company Formation
GmbH formation with foreign shareholders
Process, requirements and legal considerations for GmbH formation by shareholders not resident in Germany.
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