German CITIZENSHIP Law

in the United States

GERMAN CITIZENSHIP BY DESCENT We help you claim or reclaim German citizenship and reconnect with your German roots.

You lost your German citizenship?

Re-naturalization is a potential pathway back to regaining your German citizenship, benefiting you and future generations with opportunities across the European Union.

Limited time window: Was your mother or grandmother German?

If you were born in the U.S. to German parents or grandparents, you may be eligible for German citizenship under recently enacted German legislation.

Your German Ancestors were Deprived of their German Citizenship by the Nazis?

We help to identify and evaluate the necessary documents and assist in reclaiming German citizenship for you and your children.

Find Out if You Qualify

The first step in any German citizenship case is to determine eligibility. This requires reviewing the key facts of your situation before moving forward. German citizenship law depends on specific historical and legal details, so an initial screening helps us determine whether your case may qualify for further legal review.

You have three options to get started:

Call Our Office

Speak directly with our team for a brief pre screening. We will ask a few targeted questions to determine whether your case may qualify.

(215) 770-9488

Answer a Few Questions

Complete a short questionnaire so we can review the basic facts of your case.

Contact Us

Have questions?
Get in touch with us for more information.

Next Steps

If your case appears to be a fit, the next step is to schedule a paid consultation with Attorney Christine Stenner. During this consultation, she will assess your eligibility, review your documents, and outline your options. A consultation is required before STENNER LAW can decide whether to offer representation.

About Stenner Law

STENNER LAW is a boutique law firm dedicated exclusively to German citizenship law for applicants living outside of Germany. For many years, the firm has focused on assisting individuals and families with complex citizenship matters, including restoration of German citizenship based on restitution, re-naturalization, and citizenship by descent.

The firm represents clients across the United States and internationally, guiding them through document review, legal analysis, and the preparation of complete and accurate applications for submission to German authorities. All members of the team are native Germans who have lived and worked in the United States for more than a decade and are fluent in both English and German.

This combination supports clear communication with clients, careful handling of documents across jurisdictions, and a strong understanding of the legal and cultural issues that arise when navigating matters between the United States and Germany.

Our Team

Christine Stenner, LL.M

Attorney at Law (Germany) & Legal Consultant in Pennsylvania

Attorney Christine Stenner leads the firm and brings thirty years of legal experience to her work. She is a German attorney admitted to the bar in Germany and is also registered as a Foreign Legal Consultant in Pennsylvania, which allows her to advise on German law throughout the United States. She earned her law degree from the University of Constance in Germany and holds a Master of Laws from Temple University Beasley School of Law in Philadelphia. Christine has worked with cases involving the German government throughout her entire professional life. She conducts every consultation personally and oversees each case from the initial assessment through final submission. A native of Germany and a dual citizen herself, Christine combines legal expertise with personal insight into the issues faced by individuals and families living between two legal systems.

Charlotte Rohrer

Senior Paralegal & Research Operations Manager

Charlotte Rohrer, Senior Paralegal and Research Operations Manager, holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science and International Relations from the United States and a Master’s Degree in Political Science with a focus on Development Studies from Germany. Before joining Stenner Law, she worked for a Member of the German Bundestag as well as the University of Pennsylvania. Charlotte’s work at the firm focuses on restitution matters, including detailed research in Jewish genealogical and historical databases, to help support citizenship claims with thorough and well-documented evidence.

Thalia Libertus

Paralegal

Thalia Libertus, Paralegal, holds a Bachelor’s degree in sociology and education from Germany. Before joining Stenner Law, Thalia worked in the United States as a behavioral health professional for over a decade. At the firm, she focuses on form preparation and documentation. She is also often the first voice clients hear when they contact Stenner Law and helps guide callers through the initial pre-screening process for a consultation. Her experience, clear communication, and understanding approach help ensure that prospective clients feel informed and supported from the very first contact.

Costs

At Stenner Law, most German citizenship applications are handled on a flat fee basis to provide clear and predictable pricing. Fees are structured by family size, with lower per-applicant costs when multiple family members apply together. The fee structure and scope of representation are explained during the initial consultation.

At Stenner Law, our success is measured by yours—helping you secure German citizenship with confidence and peace of mind.

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Get clear answers about your eligibility and next steps