Tax disputes · Tax structuring
Tax lawyers in Hannover, Germany
When the tax office sees things differently: we represent companies in objection and tax court proceedings and structure tax-relevant contracts – in close cooperation with your tax adviser.
Tax law at the interface of contracts and companies
Tax consequences often decide whether a contract, restructuring or acquisition makes economic sense. In disputes with the German tax authorities, deadlines and evidence are key – and tax court proceedings follow their own rules.
We complement your tax adviser: we handle objections and tax court proceedings, support tax audits with legal conflict potential and review the tax effects of contracts. We have particular experience with IP-related tax questions such as licence fees, transfer pricing and withholding tax on cross-border royalties.
Our tax law services
Typical cases from our practice
What mandates in this area often look like – from the first call to the solution.
Licence fees challenged
Situation: The tax office only partly accepts licence payments from a GmbH to an affiliated trademark owner.
Our approach: We review the licence agreement and arm’s-length comparables, justify the objection and adjust the agreement for the future.
Withholding tax on foreign royalties
Situation: A software company licenses its platform to an Asian customer that withholds tax.
Our approach: We review the double tax treaty, draft tax allocation clauses and coordinate the tax credit with the tax adviser.
Disputed tax audit
Situation: The tax auditors want to reclassify freelancers as employees.
Our approach: We assess the legal position, prepare the final meeting and negotiate a binding agreement before assessments are issued.
Note: These examples are anonymised, typical scenarios. They do not describe specific mandates and do not promise any outcome – every case is assessed individually.
Four steps to a solution
Your contacts
Depending on the matter, we combine attorneys and – where technology is involved – patent attorneys in one team. All our lawyers advise in English.
Andreas FriedleinAttorney
Dipl.-Ing. Michael Horak, LL.M.Attorney · Certified Specialist in IP Law · Certified Specialist in Copyright & Media Law
Detailed profiles are available in German.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline for an objection?
One month after notification of the tax assessment.
Do I have to pay despite an objection?
Yes, in principle. Where there are serious doubts about legality, suspension of enforcement can be requested.
Do I need a lawyer as well as a tax adviser?
For disputes, liability issues and complex contracts, the combination makes sense. We work with your tax adviser, not against them.
Your lawyer for Tax Law in Germany
Tell us about your matter. We usually reply within one business day – faster where deadlines apply.
Georgstrasse 48 · 30159 Hannover · Germany
Phone +49 511 35 73 56-0
Email hannover@fachanwalt-hannover.com
Mon–Thu 8:00–17:30 · Fri 8:00–17:00 (CET) · Video meetings available