International travel— whether it be for business or pleasure— presents anticipated and minor inconveniences to the visitor, such as exchanging currency, overcoming language barriers, becoming familiar with methods of travel, etc. Over two million foreign nationals...
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Buying and Selling of Real Estate in Germany
Urban Thier & Federer, P.A., with offices in the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom, advises US and UK clients with regard to buying and selling real estate in Germany. There are very substantial differences with regard to the transfer of ownership to...
Estate Proceedings in Florida and the United States with a Special Focus on Non-US Residents
US ESTATE PROCEEDINGS – US PROBATE ANCILLARY US PROBATE Estate Proceedings in Florida and the United States with a special focus on non-US residents Are you a foreign relative of a person who passed away in the USA? Or did a deceased family member of yours own real...
Doing Business in Germany
A German GmbH can be set up by one or more individuals or entities, usually without restrictions. It is an excellent vehicle to gain access to a thriving market, giving the US investor a local presence in Germany and the European Union. Urban Thier & Federer...
Florida Corporate Entities
Florida offers many types of business entities that can limit the liability of its principals. The three main types of business entities are partnerships, corporations and limited liability companies. A General Partnership is an unincorporated business owned by two or...
Compelling evidence in the U.S. in aid of a non-U.S. proceeding
Lawyers in Germany and elsewhere outside the US are often confronted with a practical and often frustrating discovery issue: How does one obtain documents or information for use in a non-U.S. proceeding if it is located solely in the United States. Like many tribunals...
Foreclosure Defense in Florida – Defenses
Defenses to Florida Foreclosure Lawsuit If you have been sued in a foreclosure action (meaning you have been served with a summons and foreclosure complaint), or are threatened with a foreclosure lawsuit, Urban Thier & Federer, P.A. can represent and defend you...
Foreclosure Defense in Florida – Basics
Defending Homeowners in Foreclosure Lawsuits Throughout Central Florida If you have been served with a foreclosure lawsuit or have otherwise been made aware that a foreclosure lawsuit has been filed against you, Urban Thier & Federer, P.A. can defend you and your...
International Inheritance Law – American/US citizens and US residents inheriting in Germany
American/US citizens and US residents inheriting in Germany We are often contacted by American clients who have been notified that they are – or maybe- heirs to an estate in Germany. Regularly, this causes confusion and the need for local German legal advice. Urban...
Business Organization in New York: For-Profit versus Not-For-Profit Corporations
Business Organization in New York: For-Profit versus Not-For-Profit Corporations The incorporation or organization of an entity as either a for-profit or not-for-profit corporation carries significant benefits over an unincorporated body, including personal asset...