pKornLaw has expertise in the German and the California/US legal system and brings clarity into the maze of legal regulations to individuals and businesses.
PKorn Law advises domestic and international clients mainly in the fields of German Law, Business Law (company formation, drafting and revising contracts), and Immigration Law, for example dual citizenship, re-gaining German citizenship, and U.S. citizenship.
PKornLaw has over 18 years expertise in the German and the U.S./California legal system and brings clarity into the maze of legal regulations to individuals and businesses alike before or while you are in a business deal with a foreign individual or business.
PKorn Law implements a flat fee model whenever possible to provide the client with transparency and to allow for uninhibited communication between client and attorney in order to get the clients needs met. In certain cases a charge by the hour may be necessary or required. Client and attorney will agree before the work is commenced whatever model is best suited for the clients needs.
Retention Certificate Application/Beibehaltungsgenehmigung/US Citizenship
We are very pleased with the work Petra Korn performed for our Retention Certificate (Beibehaltungsgenehmigung) application. It started with a profound expert opinion on how to judge our specific case, she was very knowledgeable and managed to clearly explain everything to engineers that are not familiar with immigration law. Petra Korn provided us with detailed counseling and assistance. As a result, the petitions were approved very quickly and enabled us to proceed with our naturalization application after only 1 month. We are glad that we were referred to Petra Korn and will continue to use her service for the naturalization process.
Retention Certificate Application/Beibehaltungsgenehmigung/US Citizenship
I have worked with Petra Korn to apply for a “Beibehaltungsgenehmigung” (retention certificate) that allows me to be eligible for dual, German and US citizenship. After a detailed telephone interview I was provided clear instruction as to the information required for a successful application. She was very clear and honest about requirements and chances of success. A few days after I submitted the requested information to her I received the completed forms and a written justification for review. I was very impressed with how my case was presented to ensure success of my application. Because my career suddenly became dependent on US citizenship we asked for expedited review and my application was approved within 4 weeks. I am sure that any attempts to apply for “Beibehaltungsgenehmigung” without her help would either have failed or led to delays. I would recommend anybody in need to apply for a “Beibehaltungsgenehmigung” to work with Petra Korn.
Retention Certificate Application/Beibehaltungsgenehmigung/US Citizenship
About a year ago I Petra Korn was recommended to me by a friend who had just – with Petra’s help – obtained dual citizenship (German/American). Her fees were very reasonable and I retained her services immediately. Petra helped me tremendously throughout the entire process. It took only a couple of months until I received my German documents, and she even pointed me in the right direction with my application for the US Citizenship. I couldn’t have done this by myself and can only recommend her services to anyone who plans to obtain dual citizenship reach out for help.
Retention Certificate Application/Beibehaltungsgenehmigung/US Citizenship
A friend referred me to Petra Korn for assistance with the German certification for Dual Citizenship (Beibehaltungsantrag). I had heard from others who went through the process by themselves that it was arduous, time consuming and expensive but not always a sure thing to get approved. I wanted to make sure my request would get approved with the German government. My friend said with Petra’s help he got approved immediately. I hired her and working with Petra was a pleasure. She made the whole process easy and she assisted all the way. With her knowledge and expertise we successfully submitted my paperwork with proper and convincing arguments. My request was approved by the German government without any further follow up. Petra is professional, efficient and very customer oriented. I recommend her without hesitation.
Retention Certificate Application/Beibehaltungsgenehmigung/US Citizenship
I worked with Petra Korn to assist me with my petition to gain dual citizenship. Ms. Korn was extremely professional and knowledgeable – she advised me well in regards to my options and rights and assessed my individual situation thoroughly. She was always available, on time and reliable. My case was a success and I thank her for the fantastic legal services she provided me!
I highly recommend her!
Wiedereinbürgerung
I work in Real Estate and Farming. My work demands my full attention and that sometimes causes me to neglect other aspects of my life, which led to my loss of German citizenship by applying for US citizenship without prior obtaining the “Beibehaltungsgenehmigung” (retention certificate) because I was unaware of this requirement. Petra Korn was vital in recovering my German citizenship, and I will be forever grateful to her for guiding me through the legal process for which I lack any talent. I can only recommend her as a German American lawyer because I know that she will treat her clients with respect and honesty.
Wiedereinbürgerung
Attorney Petra Korn helped me diligently and professional through the entire process. Although my case was complicated Petra mastered it successfully. She kept me informed and explained every step of the process. She is the Best in her field. I highly recommend her.
Trademark Services
We retained the services of pKorn Law with regard to the registration of several trademarks for our ice cream parlor in Los Angeles. Petra advised us and guided us through the entire process of the trademark application with ease. We now have two registered trademarks and have already retained pKorn Law for further trademark application. Petra provided us with an excellent professional service and made the whole process very smooth for us as the client. We can highly recommend working with pKorn Law.
Business/contracts/company formation
My wife and I were not exactly newcomers to the US-business and –legal environment when we met Petra Korn, but we had always ended up with pretty much the same insight: Your legal counsel will not act in your best interest – but (at least primarily) in his own! He will produce as many chargeable hours as possible before solving your problem, i.e., if he solves it at all. So when we bought another house in L.A., dealt with the bank to finance it, had structuring issues with regard to the appropriate legal entity or went through all the ‘red tape’ with government authorities, we experienced Petra as our ‘one stop legal shop’ who acted in good faith and never went anywhere near any issues of overcharging. She would initially seek to negotiate a flat fee, so both parties knew what to expect, and base it on a reasonable and transparent assumption of workload and complexity of the issue. Also, whenever she felt we needed additional specialist advice, she said so early on. All in all, we feel we found a family counsel in the traditional meaning of the word: A trusted lady of (legal) knowledge.
Business/contracts/company formation
Petra Korn, and her law firm pKorn Law, was recommended to me by a business partner and friend who worked with her in the past. Petra initially assisted Clearstone, an Australian company, with the company formation in the USA including necessary contracts, terms and conditions for the website. I have since then worked with Petra on several additional projects for Clearstone Coating, Inc. Petra completed and filed the trademark application for the brand “Clearstone” in the USA. Petra smoothly guided me through the entire process with the USPTO, and Clearstone is now a registered trademark. It was important for me to know that the brand is protected and that the trademark is registered since we are expanding the business in the USA.
Business/contracts/company formation
I cannot recommend Petra Korn enough. She is both a knowledgeable and efficient lawyer, and a wonderful and generous person. Working with her is a joy; she is approachable and explains legal matters cleanly and clearly so you know exactly what needs doing and where you stand.
Austria/US Dual Citizenship
Working with Petra has been a great experience. She is professional, knowledgeable, detailed, and very resourceful. I could not have processed my dual citizenship (Austria – USA) without her hard work. It was through her very precise and determined approach that I finally received my US citizenship and was able to keep my Austrian citizenship. If you are looking for expertise, peace of mind, and success, look no further.
Austria/US Dual Citizenship
Loved working with Petra! Thank you so much for your knowledge and tremendous help on getting my dual citizenship with Austria and the US!!