Lara Kruse
2 months ago
Thank you so much for your prompt assistance in my rather complex case. I can highly recommend you – reliable, friendly, and straightforward!
Direct legal assessment
Berlin and across Germany
English-Speaking Lawyer in Berlin
Traffic law, employment law and tenancy law
Dr. Philipp Lerch advises clients in Berlin and across Germany with direct lawyer contact, clear guidance, and digital case handling.
The three core practice areas:
- ›Traffic law advice and representation after accidents, allegations, and licensing measures
- ›Employment-law advice on dismissal, severance, warnings, and separation agreements
- ›Tenancy-law advice on rent, termination, defects, and contractual disputes
- ›Direct English-speaking lawyer contact by phone and online
The practice also handles personal-injury claims and selected property-law matters.
Full service in English language
Luisa Kr
3 months ago
Fast case processing, very friendly contact, would gladly use their services again (not the accident itself, but the handling of the case by Dr. Lerch...)
Dénes B.
2 weeks ago
Mr. Lerch provided me with highly professional, calm, and dedicated support throughout my legal proceedings. I particularly appreciated his honest assessment of my case and the clear communication he maintained throughout the entire process. Thanks to his strategy and preparation, we achieved a significantly better outcome than originally anticipated in the penalty order. I felt well-advised and taken seriously at all times. I can therefore wholeheartedly recommend Mr. Lerch and thank him again for his support. B. Paal
Practice areas of the firm
Traffic law and accidents
Traffic law
Accident claims, traffic-related criminal matters, driving bans, licence issues, and representation in road traffic cases.
Traffic accident
Liability, insurer communication, vehicle damage, and the enforcement of typical post-accident claims.
Car accident
Car accidents with a focus on repair costs, priority rights, downtime, and other typical loss positions.
Bike accident
Bike accidents with a focus on liability, pain and suffering, bike damage, and insurer communication.
Hit and run defence
Legal support in alleged hit-and-run cases, including police letters, defence strategy, and licence-related risks.
Speeding ticket
Review of speeding tickets, penalty points, driving-ban risk, and whether the notice can sensibly be challenged.
Personal injury
Pain and suffering claims, treatment costs, loss of earnings, and legal assessment of liability and follow-on losses.
Ice slip accident
Slips on ice and snow focusing on clearing duties, liability, and preservation of evidence.
Employment law
Employment law
Termination notices, separation agreements, warnings, references, and severance matters with a clear legal view of the next sensible step.
Severance pay
Review of termination notices, separation agreements, and severance offers with a clear view of deadlines, risks, and negotiation prospects.
Dismissal
Review after dismissal with a focus on the three-week deadline, dismissal protection, and the right next step after termination.
Tenancy and property law
Tenancy law
Tenancy-related legal review, rent cap assessment, and lawyer support in residential lease matters.
Rent increase lawyer Berlin
Legal review of rent increase notices in Berlin, including formal validity, deadlines, and tenant response options.
Berlin rent cap
Reviewing excessive rents in Berlin with a direct path to an initial legal assessment.
Property law
Legal assessment of purchase, sale, ownership issues, use conflicts, and other property-law constellations.
Frequently asked questions
What does this cost?
Fees are generally charged in line with the German Lawyers' Compensation Act (RVG). The first phone contact is usually free of charge. Any potential costs are pointed out in advance.
Do I need to come to the office?
Contact and communication take place by phone and online.
Do you have capacity for new mandates?
Yes, I also have short-notice capacity for new matters.
How the initial review works
Step 1
Choose a contact method
Choose how you would like to get in touch: by phone, via the contact form, or by email (kanzlei@dr-lerch.de).
Step 2
Describe the facts
You provide the key facts and any documents already available.
Step 3
Receive a legal assessment
I assess the legal position and give clear feedback on the most sensible next steps.
Step 4
Agree on the next steps
If further representation makes sense, the next steps are agreed in a structured way.
About Dr. Lerch
Dr. Philipp Lerch advises and represents clients with a focus on clear legal assessments, direct communication, and practical solutions. The practice works in selected core areas so matters can be handled personally and with the necessary depth.
