JOURNAL
Litigation in Germany
Find out more about our advisory services.
Your lawyer for litigation in Germany
Philipp Meier
Specialist lawyer for banking and capital market law
+49 (0)711 89 47 15 87
Legal Information
Psychologic aspects of litigation
Disputed matters can be very stressful, especially for private individuals. If legal proceedings have already been initiated, the nervous tension is usually even higher. Depending on the economic importance of the dispute, it can also be very exhausting for entrepreneurs, managing directors or employees.
Retain control
In any case, it is right to prepare meticulously for a legal dispute and to apply the tried and tested methods [Link: The optimal preparation for a legal dispute]. Consistent focus on the facts also helps to objectify and control negative emotions that are typically associated with legal disputes.
Don't take this too personally
Even if the other side accuses you or your employees of many things, such as poor performance, neglect or even inability, you should not let this get too close to you. The formulation of attacks is part of every legal dispute and a necessary prerequisite for the establishment of claims. The aim is always to achieve economic results that could not be achieved in advance outside of the judicial process. Personal reproaches are therefore nothing more than a means to an end.
Seek legal advice
The early involvement of a lawyer also contributes to de-emotionalising [Link: The conversation with your lawyer]. You can now be sure to have an assistant at your side who is familiar with the deletion of disputed legal matters. Because lawyers are obliged to advise their clients on the safest way and to inform them about the opportunities and risks of all options for action. In doing so, they always exclusively represent the interests of your client and protect you from disadvantageous decisions.
Seek legal advice
The main hearing before the trial court, which also marks the end of the proceedings, can be particularly nerve-wracking. This leads to a kind of „showdown“ because the parties and their lawyers have to appear in person at the trial court on a regular basis. In this respect, too, conscientious preparation helps, because in the end only factual arguments are decisive [Link: Correct preparation for the oral hearing]. The better this preparation, the lower the risk of getting tangled up in the oral hearing and reducing the chances of success due to an unclean presentation.
With HM Lawyers you have experienced lawyers at your side who are very familiar with the procedure before German courts. We accompany you through the entire course of your legal dispute and always have your goal in mind. Feel free to contact us at an early stage so that together we can steer your case in the right direction.
Meet your German litigation lawyer online
Arrange your non-binding consultation appointment via video conference.
Create your litigation legal file
With us, you have full access to your lawyer’s file. We guarantee you transparency, security and an efficient exchange of information.
Leave us a message with your request. We will get back to you as soon as possible.