Rechtsanwältin Susanne Schäfer is a distinguished law firm based in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, specializing in insurance law, employment law, and social law. With over two decades of legal experience, Ms. Schäfer offers comprehensive legal counsel and representation to both private individuals and businesses. Her expertise is particularly notable in handling complex cases involving occupational disability insurance, where she adeptly navigates the intersections of insurance, employment, and social law to advocate effectively for her clients.

Ms. Schäfer's academic background includes studies in law at the Université Aix-Marseille in France, the Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz University Hannover, and the Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg. She has been a licensed attorney since 2002 and has earned the titles of Fachanwältin (specialist attorney) for employment law in 2006 and for social law in 2007. Her commitment to professional development is evident through her completion of a specialized course in insurance law in 2014 and her participation in annual continuing education programs in the field.

The firm is dedicated to providing personalized and multilingual legal services, offering consultations in German, English, and French. Clients benefit from Ms. Schäfer's proactive approach, which emphasizes achieving practical and economically favorable outcomes. The firm's office is conveniently located near the district court in Freiburg, directly opposite the local court, ensuring accessibility for clients seeking expert legal assistance in insurance-related matters.

About Rechtsanwältin Susanne Schäfer
Practice areas
Employment & Labor
Lawsuits & Disputes
Insurance

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Employment & Labor

Rechtsanwältin Susanne Schäfer offers expert legal counsel in Employment & Labor law, providing comprehensive services tailored to both employers and employees. The firm excels in navigating complex employment contracts, handling workplace disputes, and ensuring compliance with Germany's stringent labor regulations. Emphasizing strategic conflict resolution, they adeptly manage termination agreements, collective bargaining, and discrimination cases. By prioritizing clear communication and practical solutions, Susanne Schäfer ensures her clients receive informed guidance that protects their rights and advances their interests in the workplace.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Lawsuits & Disputes

Rechtsanwältin Susanne Schäfer offers comprehensive legal services in the area of lawsuits and disputes, providing clients with expert representation in complex commercial litigation and arbitration proceedings. With extensive experience in handling intricate contractual and liability disputes, the firm develops tailored strategies for conflict avoidance, amicable settlements, or targeted escalation, depending on the client's specific interests. The firm also possesses particular expertise in managing cross-border disputes, advising on applicable laws and international court competencies, and ensuring clients are well-informed about the processes and nuances of proceedings before German courts. Additionally, the firm is adept at handling mass proceedings, class-action lawsuits, and model proceedings, offering professional logistics and comprehensive case management to achieve favorable outcomes. In arbitration, the firm represents clients in both national and international proceedings and provides services as arbitrators, leveraging their legal, linguistic, and intercultural competencies to effectively resolve disputes.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Insurance

Rechtsanwältin Susanne Schäfer offers specialized legal services in insurance law, assisting clients in asserting their claims against insurers both extrajudicially and in court. Her expertise encompasses various areas, including personal insurance (such as disability and health insurance), liability insurance, property insurance, and financial loss insurance. With additional qualifications as a specialist lawyer in labor and social law, she effectively addresses cases where insurance matters intersect with employment and social security issues. Clients benefit from her comprehensive approach, ensuring thorough representation in complex insurance disputes.
Bad Faith Insurance
Health insurance
Insurance Defense
Insurance Fraud
Life Insurance
Marine Insurance
Property Insurance
Reinsurance

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