Lawyer Estate Law (m/f/d) – German/English – Munich

Where Empathy Meets Expertise.

Where Empathy Meets Expertise.

Lawyer Estate Law (m/f/d) – German/English – Munich

At JACOB LAW, estate and probate work offers a scope and depth that is anything but traditional.

We are a Canadian-German law firm with nearly 30 years of cross border legal work between Canada and Germany. Estate law and probate work play a central role. Our practice offers tailored and legally sound solutions across jurisdictions to individuals in complex cross-border matters.

We have successfully represented clients before German and Canadian courts, achieving precedent-setting decisions that have strengthened clarity and legal certainty in Canadian-German matters.

To strengthen our team on a long-term basis, we are looking for a:

Lawyer Estate Law (m/f/d)

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Munich.

Your Responsibilites

Legal advice in cross-border estate and succession matters involving Germany and Canada

Administering cross-border estates and handling inheritance disputes

Representation before probate courts, authorities, and co-heirs, including a cross-border “legal translation” between German and Canadian law

Analyzing the differences between German and Canadian succession and estate law to develop tailored client solutions

Drafting, reviewing, and implementing wills, inheritance agreements, and estate planning instruments (in both German and English)

Direct client communication and close collaboration with our Canadian team

Your Profile

Fully qualified lawyer admitted to the bar in Germany (Rechtsanwalt – m/f/d)

Solid experience in German estate law

Excellent command of English, written and spoken (at least C1 level), enabling you to communicate precisely and professionally in both legal and client-facing contexts

Drive to understand and navigate international and cross-border legal issues, especially in the German-Canadian setting

Team spirit, strong communication skills, and openness to intercultural collaboration

Motivation to grow in an international boutique law firm with direct client contact

Willingness to work on site in Munich

Nice to have: an affinity for Canada

Why Join Us?

Our cases are unique. They require exceptional people. We offer:

Cases with character. No cookie-cutter cases—real cross-border matters where German and Canadian law meet.

Quality over volume. We dont chase hours. We work precise, thoughtfully—and to a high standard.

Direct line, not hierarchy. You speak with clients, not through layers. Decisions are made as a team.

Own your case. If you take a matter on, you own it—with room to shape strategy. No rigid playbooks, no big-law micromanagement.

Learning by doing—done right. No months of watching from the sidelines; you get real mentoring from experienced lawyers.

Canada connection included. Our cases cross borders, and our team is bilingual – or more. English and German are part of daily practice, along with openness and teamwork.

Work-life reality. Regular working hours, predictable evenings, and a culture that values life beyond the office.

Downtown Schwabing. Were right in the middle—ice-cream shops, restaurants, and shops on the doorstep. Perfect for lunch or after work.

Easy commute. Subway, tram, and buses are just steps away.

An office dog who is very much part of the team. For practical reasons though, we cannot welcome additional dogs.

Start Date:

01.05.2026

Work model:

Munich (onsite)

Are you ready for TEAM CANADA?

We look forward to hearing from you.

Please send your application to Erika Kalweit at .