Lawyer
Consultations and Services
I offer a curated list of consultations and services for English-speakers dealing with German immigration and citizenship law. Every session is with me personally. There are two prices for advice: the 45-minute consultation at €226.10 and the prepared sessions at €495, each a flat fee. Where I represent you, I also offer a flat fee, ensuring you know the full cost. As a rule of thumb: if your question can be answered by talking it through, the consultation is the right format. If your documents need reviewing or you want an in-depth consultation and strategy plan, one of the prepared sessions works better — and if you are planning a move to Germany, the Relocation Planning Session is the format built for that.
Consultations
Consultation — Immigration & Citizenship
Do you have a legal question about your residence permit, the Blue Card, permanent residence or German citizenship and want a lawyer's answer? You speak with me directly and leave with an answer and a clear recommendation on your next steps.
Video consultation · €226.10 · flat fee
Help me choose (60 seconds)
Three quick questions that point you to the right format. Nothing you click is stored, and this is navigation help, not legal advice. As a rule of thumb: if your question can be answered by talking it through, the consultation is the right format. If your documents need reviewing or you want an in-depth consultation and strategy plan, one of the prepared sessions works better — and if you are planning a move to Germany, the Relocation Planning Session is the format built for that.
What best describes your situation?
I am planning a move to Germany
I have a specific question about a permit, the Blue Card, permanent residence or citizenship
I want a whole plan in place before I act
What are you planning?
German citizenship
The step to permanent residence
I have already prepared or filed an application
Where does your application stand?
Prepared but not yet filed — I want it reviewed
Filed months ago and no decision
I would rather have a lawyer prepare and file it for me
Still unsure? Book the consultation — during the call we can discuss whether a prepared session or representation would add value.
The prepared sessions: I read your file before we speak, we have up to an hour, and you receive a written document afterwards.
You are moving to Germany and want your legal options and the practical first months talked through before you act
Up to 60 min video + your personal Relocation Plan and practical information sheets (registration, schools and Kita, health insurance)
€495
You want the whole path to German citizenship mapped in writing
Up to 60 min video + your personal Citizenship Roadmap: the path that fits your situation, with strategy plan and legal steps outline
€495
Permanent Residence Strategy Session
You hold a residence permit and want the step to permanent residence planned properly
Up to 60 min video + your personal Permanent Residence Roadmap: the path that fits your situation, with strategy plan and legal steps outline
€495
You prepared your own application and want it reviewed before filing
Review of your form and attachments + up to 60 min video + Checklist with strategy plan and legal steps outline
€495
Representation
I offer legal representation in the following cases. These services cannot be booked instantly. Please send a request, and I'll confirm whether I can take your case, and send you the secure on-boarding link. Requests are answered as quickly as possible. Please note that the law firm does not check deadlines until a case has been reviewed and deadlines remain your legal responsibility until the case has been accepted.
You would like a lawyer to compile and submit the application on your behalf and support you through the entire process.
Request or session → onboarding → I prepare, file and handle the authority until the decision
€1,500 + application fee
Your complete application has been pending for at least three months without a decision
Request → onboarding → I file and handle all court and citizenship office matters
€1,500 + court fee advance
Representation in other matters
Widerspruch, removal proceedings, court appeals and other immigration or citizenship matters
Request → I confirm whether I can take your case and quote a flat fee
Flat fee on request
Two free self-checks, each a few minutes, no booking needed — and no obligation: each ends with the service that would fit if you want more.
Fees
All fees are flat fees. The price you see is the price you pay. Prices include VAT, where applicable. There are no hourly charges and no hidden extras; the only additional payments you may run into are the application fee and, for a court action, the court fee advance, both shown separately, as well as incidentals (translations, apostilles, etc.).
No one-time session includes filing an application, representing you toward an authority or court, or monitoring your deadlines. If we later agree that I should take a matter over, you'll receive a separate quote.
Questions people ask
Do you offer a free initial call? I provide expertise, in-depth advice from the first minute and must charge accordingly. You are welcome to try the free self-checks above.
How quickly can I get an appointment? The booking page shows real availability; consultation slots are usually available at short notice. Prepared sessions need a few days between booking and the call so that I can read your file.
Can I switch to a different session after booking? Yes, before the call. Write to me and I will adjust the booking and the price difference.
Open the booking page to see available slots for all sessions.
Last reviewed: August 2026 — RAin Fiona Macdonald