Linda Romer | Primerus

Attorney Linda Römer works at Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte PartG mbB and specializes in citizenship law, immigration law, and residency law. She provides comprehensive advice and representation to clients on all matters relating to German citizenship – from applying for naturalization to issues of dual citizenship. She also assists foreign nationals in residency proceedings, particularly with applications for and renewals of residence permits, as well as with deportation proceedings. With her legal expertise and an understanding of the personal significance of citizenship and immigration law cases, she competently guides her clients through all phases of the application process.

Citizenship law

Attorney Linda Römer advises her clients on all matters relating to German citizenship law . She provides support, in particular, with determining and acquiring German citizenship, with questions concerning dual citizenship , and with renouncing German citizenship . In this context, she competently assists her clients throughout the entire application process, reviews the required documents, and handles communication with the relevant authorities.

Naturalization through residence | Restitution naturalization

For foreign nationals seeking naturalization in Germany after several years of residence, attorney Römer is a competent contact person. She clarifies requirements such as length of stay, language skills, and successful completion of an integration course. Furthermore, she assists in compiling all necessary documents and develops an individualized application strategy aimed at a successful and swift naturalization process.

Furthermore, attorney Römer advises her clients on so-called restitutionary naturalization. She supports descendants of people who lost their German citizenship during the Nazi era. In these sensitive proceedings, she analyzes the individual legal situation, examines historical and legal backgrounds, and guides the application process from the initial consultation to the final decision. She places great emphasis on thorough legal analysis and empathetic support for the applicants.

Determination of nationality and multiple citizenship

Lawyer Römer assists individuals who possess German citizenship by descent and wish to have it officially recognized. She ensures a legally sound application process, verifies all legal requirements, and helps obtain relevant documentation such as birth certificates, proof of ancestry, or historical documents.

Furthermore, she provides comprehensive advice on issues of multiple citizenship. Since the reform of the Nationality Act in June 2024, dual citizenship is widely recognized in Germany. Attorney Römer clarifies the current legal options, advises on the requirements for obtaining multiple citizenships, and assists her clients with all related application procedures.

Immigration law

Lawyer Linda Römer provides comprehensive legal advice to foreign nationals on all aspects of immigration law. She assists with applications for and renewals of residence permits, whether for study, employment, family reunification, or humanitarian reasons. She examines the legal requirements, meticulously prepares applications, and guides her clients through the entire administrative process.

A particular focus of her work is representation in cases involving deportation and other measures that terminate residency. Attorney Römer represents clients in cases of expulsion, deportation, and entry and residence bans. She reviews the legality of official decisions, develops defense strategies, and consistently enforces her clients' rights – both in administrative proceedings and before the administrative courts.

Commitment and career

Linda Römer studied law at the Universities of Bochum and Cologne. During her studies, she completed a semester abroad at Ludovika University of Public Service in Budapest, specializing in European law. Alongside her studies, she gained practical experience in media and copyright law as a research assistant at a Cologne law firm.

Linda Römer completed her legal traineeship in the district of the Higher Regional Court of Cologne. Her training took her to, among other places, the Aachen Regional Court, the Aachen Public Prosecutor's Office, a law firm in Cologne specializing in white-collar crime, and the prison system. These diverse placements provided her with in-depth insights into various areas of law and its practical application.

After successfully passing her second state examination, Linda Römer worked for a year and a half as a lawyer in a Cologne law firm specializing in consumer law before joining Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte. Her previous professional experience in various legal fields shapes her current consulting practice.

Practice Areas

Citizenship Law

Immigration Law