Business Details
29 Years
experience
German-UK Legal Representation in London
ZIMMERs Solicitors specialises in cross-border legal matters between Germany and England, established in 1997 by Gunter Zimmer. Our team combines expertise in English and German law, offering tailored solutions for commercial and private clients. With multilingual solicitors and paralegals, we provide efficient representation in civil, tax, and criminal law. Our services extend beyond litigation to include probate, debt recovery, and practical support for property transactions and inheritance disputes. We maintain strong partnerships with German legal professionals and adhere to rigorous standards under the Solicitors Regulation Authority.Our focus on individual client needs, supported by over 20 years of experience, ensures culturally informed legal advice. We prioritise transparency in fees and procedures, with hourly rates reflecting expertise levels from GBP 230-360. Our track record includes landmark cases in employment law and cross-border enforcement, demonstrating our commitment to achieving favourable outcomes for clients.
Services
Probate Services
Employment Law
Debt Recovery
Motoring Offences
Cross-Border Litigation
Inheritance Disputes
Tax Law
Criminal Defence
Insolvency Cases
Road Traffic Law
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years' experience in German-UK cross-border legal matters
- Our team holds dual qualifications in English and German law
- We provide multilingual support with native language capabilities
- Our solicitors have secured landmark judgments in UK courts
- We combine specialist legal expertise with practical business understanding
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Experienced team
Multilingual support
Successful outcomes
Transparent fees
Cultural understanding
Services
Probate Services
We assist with UK and cross-border probate matters, including asset identification, tax calculations, and grant applications. Our solicitors handle both contested and uncontested estates, providing clear guidance through complex inheritance processes. With expertise in EU succession law, we support executors and beneficiaries in fulfilling their legal obligations while minimising delays and disputes.
Employment Law
Our employment law team represents employers and employees in unfair dismissal claims, discrimination cases, and contract disputes. We specialise in cross-border employment issues, particularly for German businesses operating in the UK. Services include tribunal representation, settlement negotiations, and compliance advice on UK employment regulations affecting international workforces.
Debt Recovery
We recover undisputed debts through formal proceedings and enforcement actions. Our process includes pre-action letters, court claims, and asset tracing for both UK and German businesses. With experience in cross-border enforcement, we help clients secure payments through appropriate legal mechanisms while maintaining commercial relationships where possible.
Motoring Offences
We defend clients facing serious motoring charges including dangerous driving and causing death by dangerous driving. Our solicitors provide representation at magistrates' courts, prepare mitigation strategies, and advise on penalty options. We handle cases involving foreign nationals and cross-border incidents requiring special considerations under UK road traffic legislation.
Cross-Border Litigation
Our firm specialises in transnational litigation between German and UK parties. We handle contract disputes, enforcement of foreign judgments, and insolvency matters across jurisdictions. With deep understanding of both legal systems, we coordinate with international counsel to develop effective strategies for resolving complex cross-border legal conflicts efficiently.
People
Gunter Zimmer
Senior Partner
Founder with 25+ years' experience in German-UK legal matters, specialising in complex litigation and cross-border enforcement. Qualified solicitor and Rechtsanwalt.
Katharina Liebe
Partner
Employment law specialist with 10+ years' experience, focusing on personal injury claims and cross-border debt enforcement cases in UK courts.
Foteini Lada
Solicitor
Qualified in Greek and UK law, supporting probate and employment cases. Specialises in cross-border debt recovery and inheritance matters.
Clara Bowater
Solicitor
German-qualified lawyer assisting with motoring offences and probate cases. Currently completing UK qualification with focus on international family law.
Beatrice Braun
Solicitor
Newly qualified solicitor handling debt recovery and employment law cases. Provides bilingual German-English client support and document translation.
Questions
Do you specialise in German-UK legal matters?
Yes, we focus specifically on cross-border cases between Germany and the UK, with solicitors qualified in both jurisdictions.
Can you handle urgent probate matters?
We prioritise time-sensitive estate administration needs and can often begin work within 24 hours of instruction.
What employment law services do you offer?
We handle unfair dismissal claims, discrimination cases, contract disputes and tribunal representation for German and UK businesses.
How do you charge for legal services?
Our fees range from GBP 230-360/hour depending on expertise level, with transparent billing and regular cost updates.
Can you assist with motoring offence cases?
Yes, we defend serious driving charges including causing death/injury by dangerous driving and related court proceedings.
Do you offer document translation services?
Yes, our multilingual team provides certified translations of legal documents between German and English at competitive rates.
