Position: Managing Partner
Law Firm: Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte PartG mbB
Practice Areas: Family Law, Family Office Management, Real Estate Law, Contract Law, International Sales Law
Languages: German, English (others upon request)

About Dr. Tim Schlun

Dr. Tim Schlun is the Managing Partner of Schlun & Elseven Rechtsanwälte PartG mbB, a full-service law firm headquartered in Germany with international reach. As a leading family law and international contract law attorney, he provides high-level counsel and representation to individuals, families, and corporate clients worldwide. His reputation is built on strategic insight, precision, and empathy—qualities that define his work across family, real estate, and commercial law matters.

Dr. Schlun combines legal depth with a strong business perspective, gained from his background in construction project management and extensive work with high-net-worth individuals, international entrepreneurs, and family offices. His clients value his holistic approach, attention to detail, and ability to balance legal rigor with pragmatic, forward-looking solutions.

Family Law & Divorce Consulting

As head of the firm’s Family Law Division, Dr. Schlun advises clients in all areas of national and international family law—including divorce, alimony, property division, and parental custody. He is known for his ability to handle complex cross-border cases involving jurisdictional disputes and recognition of foreign divorces in Germany or German divorces abroad.

His work includes:

• Drafting and reviewing prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Advising on child support, spousal maintenance, and parental rights
• Representing clients in international custody and visitation disputes
• Ensuring recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments across borders
• Providing strategic divorce consulting focused on financial and emotional stability

Guided by compassion and experience, Dr. Schlun approaches every family law case with the conviction that the best interests of the children must always be at the heart of any resolution. He helps clients find clear and lasting solutions through negotiation, mediation, or—where necessary—strong courtroom representation.

Family Office & Asset Management

Dr. Schlun also advises on family office establishment and management, offering tailored legal frameworks to structure, protect, and grow family wealth. His work covers everything from governance models and tax-efficient investments to shareholder agreements and trust management.

He helps clients:

• Design and implement bespoke family office structures
• Manage asset portfolios, trusts, and corporate holdings
• Develop succession and inheritance strategies
• Ensure compliance with corporate, tax, and investment laws

His trusted advisor relationship with clients is built on discretion, long-term vision, and mutual respect. For Dr. Schlun, a well-structured family office is not just about financial optimization—it’s about preserving values, stability, and legacy across generations.

Real Estate Law | Transactions and Investments

As head of the firm’s Real Estate Practice Group, Dr. Schlun advises private and institutional clients on property acquisitions, development projects, and commercial real estate investments throughout Germany. His practical insight stems from his early career as a project manager in the Baugruppe Schlun, a family-owned construction company near Aachen.

Key areas include:

• Structuring and negotiating real estate purchase contracts
• Drafting commercial lease and rental agreements
• Advising on real estate finance, easements, and land use issues
• Guiding international investors through the German property market

His combination of technical expertise and commercial acumen makes him a trusted partner for both domestic and international clients investing in German real estate.

Contract Law & International Sales Law

Dr. Schlun is a renowned expert in contract law and international sales law. As head of this practice group, he advises private clients, multinational corporations, and family-owned businesses on all aspects of contract negotiation, drafting, and dispute resolution.

He has represented clients in transactions involving valuable assets such as yachts, art, classic cars, and equestrian investments, applying his deep understanding of international commercial law to protect their interests across borders.

Clients appreciate his ability to:

• Negotiate complex international agreements with precision and cultural awareness
• Ensure compliance with EU and international trade law
• Provide strategic legal solutions for high-value acquisitions
• Mitigate risk through robust contract design and enforcement

Known for his strategic thinking, negotiation mastery, and high ethical standards, Dr. Schlun is a sought-after legal advisor for clients navigating the intersection of family, business, and international law.

Publications & Recognition

Dr. Schlun has authored numerous professional articles on real estate and contract law and is frequently cited as a legal expert in industry publications. His practical and academic background has made him a valued speaker at legal conferences across Germany and Europe.

Philosophy

“Law is not just about resolving disputes—it’s about building foundations for lasting relationships, secure futures, and successful ventures.”

Dr. Tim Schlun’s work embodies this principle through every aspect of his practice: from guiding families through transitions to helping global businesses structure their next investment with confidence.