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POELLATH

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Germany

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About

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POELLATH is one of Germany’s leading advisors to entrepreneurial families, (U)HNWIs, family offices and foundations. Our fully integrated team of more than 30 private client, corporate and tax specialists works seamlessly across Munich, Berlin and Frankfurt. We combine legal precision, tax excellence and discreet advice – translating complex issues of succession, international structuring and philanthropy into robust, generation-proof solutions.

Structures that endure:

• 360° advice from a single source: succession, asset structuring, governance, philanthropy and compliance

• Integrated legal and tax expertise across inheritance, corporate and tax law

• International reach through our best-friends network for cross-border residence, trust and foundation matters

• Strong private and philanthropic capital expertise: tax-efficient foundation, trust/fiduciary and impact structures

• Solutions aligned with entrepreneurial practice: governance, pool/holding structures, advisory boards, family office setups

• Close collaboration with POELLATH’s corporate, private equity, funds and real estate teams for holistic investment and asset structures

The range of services covers the following areas:

  • Family-owned Companies
  • High-Net-Worth Individuals
  • Asset Management
  • Family Office Structuring
  • Foundations and Trusts
  • Succession
  • Tax Planning / Structuring
  • Marriage and Divorce
  • Inheritance Tax Law
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Art Law
  • Family Governance
  • Departure and Residency Taxation

Chambers Review

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Private Wealth Law - Germany

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
POELLATH is a well-regarded team of private client experts. The team has a wide range of expertise which includes succession planning, tax planning and foundations.
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Strengths

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  • POELLATH has a very established tax practice and is also very knowledgeable in inheritance law matters.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • POELLATH's private client practice combines technical expertise, creativity, commerciality and excellent client service. We are delighted to work with them in any complex cross-border matters involving Germany.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • The colleagues at this firm have, through years of dedicated effort and exceptional legal qualifications, developed a level of expertise that is virtually unparalleled in the market. This expertise is complemented by extensive experience in relevant cases, a level of experience few other firms possess. POELLATH has earned a virtually unmatched reputation in this field.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

  • The colleagues at POELLATH with which I worked are excellent lawyers, combining outstanding expertise in both inheritance and tax law.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Andreas Richter
    Andreas Richter

    Andreas Richter

    Andreas Richter is highly regarded by market commentators in the German private wealth industry. He is vastly experienced in the area and advises on tax matters as well as foundations.

    • Andreas Richter is able to render practical advice on complicated matters.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Andreas Richter is very good at complex matters and highly experienced.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Andreas is a pre-eminent German private client lawyer. He has an outstanding reputation that is matched by his technical and interpersonal skills.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Andreas Richter is one of a kind. I do not know any lawyer, German or non-German, that combines expertise in tax and estate planning matters the way he does.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Stephan Viskorf
    Stephan Viskorf

    Stephan Viskorf

    Stephan Viskorf is a well-known private client lawyer among market commentators. He advises family businesses on succession planning, foundations and tax issues.

    • Stephan Viskorf is a top-tier adviser in the private client sector. His profound knowledge, exceptional approachability and ability to develop pragmatic and implementable strategies, even in complex, cross-border situations, are particularly noteworthy. His strong service orientation and integrity are unparalleled.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Stephan is excellent and returns requests to call very quickly.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Stephan does tax and has a good reputation.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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  • Maximilian Haag
    Maximilian Haag

    Maximilian Haag

    Maximilian Haag advises clients on inheritance tax issues and gift tax structures. He is praised by sources for the depth of his knowledge on domestic and cross-border private client issues.

    • Maximilian Haag is highly competent and dedicated. He impresses with his rapid response times, excellent communication skills and utmost professionalism. His expertise in complex asset structures and his ability to consistently present practical and forward-looking solutions are particularly outstanding.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Maximilian is very knowledgeable about all aspects of private wealth and tax law, with an amazing client focus.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

    • Maximilian Haag is sophisticated in his knowledge of taxation across various EU jurisdictions and also speaks multiple languages, making him very adaptive and accessible.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
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