Mag. Katharina Steiner · Steiner Law OfficeWhen a family is reorganised, you need a clear plan.

• Uncontested divorce

  We prepare the divorce settlement under § 55a EheG covering custody, contact, maintenance and the division of assets, so the district court can record it in a single hearing.

• Contested divorce

  When no agreement is possible: representation in divorce proceedings, whether based on fault or after the end of the shared household, with a clear strategy and careful presentation of evidence.

• Custody and contact

  Arrangements that fit the children's everyday life: main residence, contact times, school holidays and public holidays. Representation in guardianship proceedings at the district court.

• Child and spousal maintenance

  Calculating, agreeing and enforcing maintenance, and adjusting existing orders when income or living circumstances change.

• Division of home and assets

  Division of the marital home, household assets and marital savings under §§ 81 ff EheG, including loans and real estate.

• Marriage contracts and planning

  Advice on marriage contracts and agreements in case of separation. Marriage contracts require a notarial deed: we work out the content with you and coordinate it with the notary.

• Uncontested divorce
• Separation without divorce
• Joint custody
• Holiday contact
• Child maintenance
• Spousal maintenance
• Marital home and loans
• Relocating with a child
• Blended families
• Registered partnership

• Listen and assess

  In the first meeting we clarify what matters to you, which claims exist and which documents we need. You leave with a written summary.

• Mediation in cooperation

  For couples who want to work out a solution themselves, I cooperate with registered mediators. Family mediation by a co-mediation team can be subsidised by the federal government, with a co-payment based on income. I advise you alongside.

• Keeping the children in view

  Before an uncontested divorce with minor children, parents must show the court that they attended counselling on the children's needs (§ 95 Abs 1a AußStrG). I point you to recognised providers and plan the steps with you.

• Costs you know in advance

  Before each mandate you receive a written fee agreement. With hourly billing you get a monthly statement of the work done.

1. 1Step 1

   First consultation

   Up to 60 minutes at the office or by video. We assess your situation and discuss the possible routes and their costs.

2. 2Step 2

   Documents and strategy

   You receive a list of the documents needed, such as proof of income, loan agreements and registration forms. Then we agree on the goal and the approach.

3. 3Step 3

   Negotiation or proceedings

   We negotiate with the other side or their lawyer. If that does not lead to a result, I file applications with the court and represent you at the hearing.

4. 4Step 4

   Conclusion and follow-up

   After a settlement or decision we take care of implementation: land register, account changes, maintenance payments. You receive an overview of what needs to happen when.

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  Mag. Katharina Steiner

  Lawyer and owner

  Has represented mothers, fathers and couples in family law matters for more than ten years. Values clear language and agreements that work in everyday life.

  Education & admissions

  • Mag. iur., University of Vienna
  • Bar examination 2017
  • Registered with the Rechtsanwaltskammer Wien since 2019
  • Further training in child and maintenance law
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  Mag. Daniel Wagner

  Associate in training (Rechtsanwaltsanwärter)

  Prepares written submissions, researches case law on maintenance and custody and accompanies clients to court hearings.

  Education & admissions

  • Mag. iur., University of Graz
  • Court traineeship in Vienna
  • On the list of associates in training since 2024
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  Abena Mensah

  Office assistant

  Your first point of contact on the phone. Coordinates appointments, deadlines and documents and speaks English and French as well as German.

• „I was worried about long proceedings. In the end we found an agreement both sides can live with.“

• „Competent advice and a friendly team. Evening appointments were very helpful for me as a working parent.“

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