I had a consultation with this immigration lawyer today, and I was very impressed. He was clearly very knowledgeable, but explained everything in a way that was easy to understand without being condescending or using unnecessarily complex legal language. He was kind, attentive, and took the time to really listen to my questions and concerns. I never felt rushed, and every question I asked was answered thoroughly and thoughtfully. The advice was clear, practical, and gave me confidence in my next steps. Overall, it was an excellent experience, and I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for an immigration lawyer.

Professional, sound and reassuring advice from Christos Sotiri. I would recommend him to anyone.

Incredibly professional. They were quick, helpful and very knowledgeable. Unfortunately I am unable to pursue a passport but we had had help which we weren't charged for. I thoroughly recommend

Lawyer Christos offered very good advice to my problem. i just pray that the next steps work out. but i was satisfied and happy with his explanation. Thank you.

My case was handled professionally and successfully. I received all the support I needed and my lawyer, dr. Christos Sotiri, worked very well. I am so happy that I found S&E and I would recommend their services to anyone who needs a good lawyer.

The consultation with Christos Sotiri was extremely insightful and efficient.

This firm did an amazing job with passports and other legal matters. Would not hesitate to use their services again!

We had a very positive experience with Mr. Christos Sotiri. He carefully reviewed our immigration situation, explained our legal options in a clear and understandable way, and answered all of our questions with patience and professionalism. The consultation was very helpful and gave us a much better understanding of our next steps. We would highly recommend him to anyone seeking immigration law advice in Germany.

I am new to Germany from the United States and Christos was very prompt to give me detailed information and potential solutions to the issue i was facing with being issued the incorrect document from the immigration office.

Excellent experience! Lawyer Mr. Christos Sotiri speaks fluent Englsih and easens communication. It was really pleasant and comfortable experience. You can ask any question or express any concern. He did homework and gave great tips! Highly recommended and will return again!

A big thanks to Schlun & Elseven Lawyers, I worked with Mr. Tillmann on a business immigration matter — a self-employment residence permit under §21 — and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome. My case wasn’t straightforward; an earlier business-plan assessment had gone against me, so a positive result was far from guaranteed. Mr. Tillmann found the right legal route, and got my application accepted, securing a three-year permit. What stood out just as much as the result was how he worked: clear communication at every step, genuine efficiency, and complete transparency on fees. He kept everything within the hours we’d agreed, with no surprise costs. He turned a stressful, uncertain situation into a smooth process. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone facing a business or immigration law matter, and he’ll be my first call for anything similar in the future. Highly recommended.

I want to thank Christos Sotiri of Schlun & Elseven Lawyers,you were professional and your counsel was very helpful, thank you

Working with Daniel Schewior was a pleasure. He was incredibly helpful and supportive in guiding my son and me through the process of obtaining our dual citizenship. Daniel is extremely professional, knowledgeable, and patient. I highly recommend Daniel to anyone needing an immigration attorney in Germany.

Highly recommend this firm as a legal counsel in Germany. Julie Schaefer and colleagues provided straightforward advice and guidance for our case. They fully explained what steps to take, documents to provide and how we should source them. I also appreciated the professionalism and positivity when it seemed as if the process was never ending.

Mr. Christos is very professional and helpful. He provided clear and practical advice, and the consultation was very valuable for my situation. I would definitely recommend him.

On two separate occasions Schlun & Elseven supported me, specifically Christos Sotiri, helped me navigate the visa process. Christos provided a reassuring presence, he answered every question promptly, helped me navigate difficult situations, and gave me a peace of mind that I will be eternally grateful for. I will certainly be recommending their services to anyone in a similar situation, and whether you contract their direct support or not, they are an invaluable resource to anyone navigating immigration in Germany. And if you have the opportunity to work with them directly, I say take it. I know it can be daunting when you first set out to look online for resources and support you can trust, but I can give them my full-fledged endorsement.

I usually do not write reviews. But in this case, I felt it was important to thank the team at S&E for their assistance, coordination and support through the long and complex process. The whole team was incredible. I really would recommend them for everyone needing support with german immigration and / or nationality processes.

I enthusiastically endorse and recommend Julie Schafer and Schlun & Elseven for your immigration needs. Julie helped my husband reinstate his German citizenship that he had as a child. She was thorough, knowledgeable, detail oriented and nuanced. I am a lawyer so I am not the best kind of client--impatient and demanding, both--but Julie answered all my questions and helped us stay the course until we received the Certificate of Citizenship from Germany at last. I highly recommend Julie and Schlun & Elseven for all your business and personal needs. You will be singing their praises just like we are!

I had a very positive experience with Schlun & Elseven regarding my settlement permit application in Germany. From the very beginning, their team demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and a deep understanding of German immigration law. They provided clear guidance throughout the entire process, carefully explained all requirements, and ensured that my documents were properly prepared and submitted. Their communication was always prompt and transparent, which gave me great confidence and peace of mind during what can often be a stressful procedure. Thanks to their legal assistance and structured approach, my settlement permit process went smoothly and efficiently. I truly appreciate their dedication, reliability, and attention to detail. I highly recommend Schlun & Elseven to anyone seeking legal assistance with immigration matters in Germany.

Mr. Florian Frick is an extraordinary Family Lawyer. He is extremely smart, knowledgeable, experienced, productive, ethical and kind. The entire consultation session was full of eye-opening advice and so educational. Mr. Frick even spent his precious time after the conference call to share with us his extremely helpful advice via email. I owe him so much and can't think of any way to pay tribute to him and honor him properly. But I am sure that Mr. Frick has (1) restored my faith in humanity; (2) made me think so highly about and admire Schlun & Elseven as well as Germany. And needless to say, the world is so much better because of exemplary people like Mr. Frick.

I cannot recommend Daniel Schewior and his team highly enough. From the very first consultation, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout my entire case. I came to them expecting a long and complicated process — everything I had read suggested it could take anywhere from two to five years to regain my German citizenship. To my absolute surprise, Mr. Schewior and his team managed to secure my Staatsangehörigkeitsausweis within a year. Their expertise, attention to detail, and clear communication made all the difference. They guided me through every step, answered all my questions, and handled the complexities of the case with confidence and precision. What could have been a stressful, drawn‑out journey turned into a smooth and efficient experience thanks to their outstanding work. If you’re looking for an immigration lawyer who truly knows what they’re doing and genuinely cares about their clients, Daniel Schewior and his team are the ones to trust.

Daniel Schewior provided expert help and guidance for my application for German citizenship. He and his associates at Schlun & Elseven gathered all the necessary documentation from the municipal authorities in Germany, greatly facilitating my application. I highly recommend Mr. Schewior and his team.

I had the please of using Julie Schafer at Schlun & Elseven Düsseldorf as my German solicitor to guide me in the UK to obtain my German citizenship and passport. Julie’s knowledge, guidance and expertise was just amazing, preparing me at the UK German Embassy with all the documents and organising the appointments was money well spent, which took a year to complete. I would highly recommend Julie who steps you through each stage professionally. Thank you!

I am so grateful to my lawyer, Julie Schäfer and the whole team at Schlun & Elseven for helping me navigate the path to dual citizenship. They kept up with the changing rules along the way and helped me procure some vital documents to help achieve dual citizenship between Germany and the US. I cannot say enough good things about them... they are friendly, professional and I was able to meet with Julie and Dizeen and other team members in person when visiting my relatives in Cologne. I would have never been able to do this so smoothly on my own. Thank you to everyone there and I would highly recommend them

For the past year, my wife, children and grandchildren have had the good fortune of working with the Schlun and Elseven law firm in Germany. We solicited their services to help my family obtain "restitution naturalization." From the initial contact (via Zoom) we were impressed by their courtesy, caring and competence. The attorney who was handling our case, Ms Viktoria Paßmann, felt like our friend as well as our lawyer. She provided excellent advice as to the documentation we needed. Thanks to the communication she initiated with the appropriate German government bureau, the applications were reviewed and approved in a matter of a few months and they are now all German citizens! Our sincere gratitude to you Ms Viktoria and Schlun Elseven.