Hannah Wittbrodt is a family law attorney at Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte PartG mbB. She advises and represents clients in national and international family law matters – from separation and divorce to alimony and child custody issues , as well as property disputes . With her practical approach, clear communication, and understanding of the emotional burdens of family law conflicts, she offers her clients competent support in legally and personally challenging life situations.

National and international family law

Marriage is a significant step – one that also brings far-reaching legal consequences. Attorney Hannah Wittbrodt advises couples on the associated legal issues – from mutual maintenance obligations and marital property rights to residency issues in binational marriages. A particular focus of her consultations is the drafting of prenuptial agreements , which allow for individual arrangements – be it regarding alimony, property regime, pension equalization, division of assets, or the choice of law in the event of divorce.

 

Lawyer Wittbrodt also provides support to her clients in international family law matters – whether in international adoption proceedings , the enforcement of international custody and visitation rights , or the recognition of foreign decisions in family matters .

Family law disputes often place a considerable emotional burden on those involved – a fact to which attorney Wittbrodt pays particular attention in her daily work. With her objective yet empathetic approach, she succeeds in focusing on constructive solutions, even in tense situations. She relies on negotiation skills and de-escalation, without neglecting the enforcement of her clients' rights.

Divorce advice: division of assets, separation in entrepreneurial marriages and child custody issues

Separation and divorce: Support through all stages of the proceedings

Attorney Wittbrodt supports her clients throughout the entire separation and divorce process – from the initial consultation and filing of the divorce petition to the final settlement of all related matters. Her expertise covers all areas of divorce law, in particular...

  • Spousal maintenance and child support
  • Equalization of accrued gains and division of assets
  • Pension equalization
  • Regulations concerning the marital home and household effects
  • Drafting and reviewing prenuptial agreements and separation agreements

She pursues a pragmatic approach that encompasses both amicable solutions through out-of-court agreements and consistent representation of interests in court proceedings. Her goal is to achieve legally sound and fair arrangements for her clients, creating a sustainable foundation for the future – especially when children are involved.

Property dispute: Gains and division

In divorce proceedings, attorney Wittbrodt provides her clients with comprehensive advice on all aspects of equalization of accrued gains, division of assets , and pension equalization . She analyzes the financial circumstances, assesses claims, and develops strategies for enforcing or minimizing claims – always with the aim of achieving a fair and legally sound solution.

Divorce in business-owning marriages: Complex asset situations under scrutiny

Divorces involving business owners, self-employed individuals , and high-net-worth individuals present unique legal and financial challenges. Attorney Wittbrodt possesses the necessary expertise to ensure a fair and equitable division of assets, even in complex financial situations. She advises on:

  • the valuation of company shares within the framework of the equalization of accrued gains
  • the distinction between company assets and private assets
  • safeguarding the company's assets through forward-looking contractual arrangements
  • Information obligations and rights of spouses

With her structured approach to work and her understanding of business relationships, she ensures that the interests of her clients are protected even in disputes over entrepreneurial assets – without jeopardizing the existence of the company.

Custody and visitation rights: In the best interests of the child

In matters of custody and visitation rights, attorney Wittbrodt represents parents with the goal of developing arrangements that both serve the child's best interests and safeguard the rights of her clients. She accompanies clients to negotiations with youth welfare offices and proceedings before the family court, employing a child-centered approach focused on achieving sustainable, long-term solutions.