German Inheritance Law – US-based German lawyer
As a US-based German lawyer, I provide clear and bilingual legal guidance on German inheritance law, cross-border estate planning, inheritance and gift tax in Germany, advance directives across borders, and the sale of German property from abroad.
Me and my team`s practice is dedicated to helping families, heirs, beneficiaries, and executors navigate complex cross-border issues with efficiency and precision, ensuring that your estate, gifts, and property transactions are handled smoothly between Germany and the United States.
Why Choose Us
Specialized in German Inheritance Law
Meet the Attorney
Nicola S. Casper-Hoesl is a German attorney and Foreign Legal Consultant in Colorado, specializing in German inheritance and probate law.
Born in Munich and educated in Passau and Cape Town, Nicola brings an international perspective to complex cross-border legal matters. Her professional experience spans Berlin, Munich, London, and Colorado, and includes work with the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the German Embassy in Sri Lanka.
Fluent in German, English, and Italian, Nicola helps clients navigate German legal procedures with clarity and confidence. Through her collaboration with the German law firm Hösl, Hösl & Dr. Hösl, she is also able to represent clients before German courts.
Nicola’s primary focus is working closely with each client to develop a personalized and strategic plan that aligns with their objectives. She believes that a strong client-lawyer relationship, built on transparency and trust, is key to achieving successful outcomes.
Together with her team, Nicola is dedicated to guiding clients through every step of their German inheritance or estate matter — with precision, commitment, and care.
Nicola is an exceptional attorney with extensive knowledge in German inheritance law. Navigating international legal matters can be frustrating and complex, but Nicola made the process smooth and stress-free. Her professionalism along with clear communication were invaluable throughout the entire ordeal.
If you are in need of a knowledgeable, reliable, and supportive lawyer for inheritance matters involving Germany, Nicola is the best choice! I highly recommend her.
Nicola is very knowledgeable about German /International Law and listens to her clients’ needs during challenging times in their lives.
She is very kind , responsive and efficient in her email & phone conversations. I was delighted to work with her in solving my niece’s case.
I highly recommend Nicola if someone needs any law advice about Inheritance or German/International law cases.
Nicola helped our family recover a €250k inheritance stuck in German probate—without us ever leaving California. Her team handled everything in 8 months.
During a very challenging time both emotionally and logistically, I could always count on Nicola. She expertly guided me through the ins and outs of German inheritance law. It was a pleasure to work with her.
Provided expert legal guidance through a very complex inheritance situation involving German banks, courts, and tax authorities. Extremely detailed, diligent, and knowledgeable. I would not have been able to resolve all the legal issues without her help. Very highly recommended!


