Ms. Laura-Akofa Kalipé is a reliable contact for all those who want to secure their residence in Germany or are planning to move to Germany. As a member of our practice group for German residence law, she can provide you with specific advice on this matter and, if necessary, support you in integrating into the German labour market. Naturally, she will take the time to explain to you exactly which residence permit is best suited to your particular situation. Regardless of which type of residence permit – permanent or temporary – you require, Ms. Kalipé will inform you precisely about the legal requirements and take care of the entire application process so that you can concentrate on your core tasks.

Ms. Kalipé will advise you on all the questions and challenges that German residence law can pose. Her expertise is underlined by her extensive experience in dealing with the German immigration authorities.

Family Reunification Expertise

As a member of our German residence law practice group, Ms. Kalipé is experienced in bringing complicated family reunification cases to a successful conclusion. It goes without saying that she takes the time to carefully clarify the facts of the case with the relevant immigration authorities and obtain all necessary authorisations. In this way, it ensures that there are no unnecessary delays or complications in the application approval process.

If your family members are refused a family reunion visa, she will arrange for a “remonstration procedure” to be carried out on your behalf, thus avoiding time-consuming and costly legal action before the administrative court.

It is well known that acquiring German citizenship brings considerable challenges, with the procurement of the necessary documents and the legally complex application process being particularly noteworthy. With her in-depth expertise, Ms Kalipé ensures that clients know how to assess their chances correctly and the potential hurdles that accompany the application. It goes without saying that Ms Kalipé handles all communication with the relevant authorities so that your procedure runs as quickly and smoothly as possible.

Ms. Kalipé pursued her legal studies at the University of Bielefeld, specialising in labour and social law. Complementing her academic pursuits, she actively engaged in voluntary work, offering legal counselling to individuals in need through a legal clinic. During her legal clerkship at the Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court, she honed her legal acumen, gaining invaluable insights into multifaceted legal practices. Her career trajectory saw her undertaking an elective placement in Cape Town, South Africa, where she delved into complex legal landscapes, including immigration law matters.

Ms. Kalipé’s professional journey was further enriched by secondary employment at ERGO Group AG, where she delved into compliance matters, specifically focusing on commercial criminal law. Before and during her legal clerkship, this secondary employment provided her with a comprehensive understanding of corporate legal intricacies, fostering a well-rounded skill set crucial for her legal practice.