Urban Thier & Federer

Accident law in the USA requires not only knowledge, but commitment, clarity and an eye for the person behind the case. We fight with reason and attitude — for justice and real results.

Urban Thier & Federer

Urban Thier & Federer is an internationally active law firm with a particular focus on cross-border cases in German-American accident law. We represent German clients in cases of serious personal injury and death as a result of traffic accidents, violent offenses, unsafe land or building conditions and other liability disputes in the United States of America.

Your benefits

No win, no fee!

We represent you on a successful basis. If we don't win your case, you won't have to pay anything.

Legal protection cooperation

If you have insurance, we are happy to work with them to minimize your costs.

Free consultation

Your initial consultation with us is always free of charge. Feel free to get in touch with us!

From the first interview to the final decision — we will guide you step by step through the entire process. Transparent, structured and always by your side.

Why Urban Thier & Federer?

Your law in the USA — with German understanding

Our focus on US law

Urban Thier & Federer specializes in legally representing German clients who have been involved in an accident or legal dispute in the USA. With 17 offices in Germany and the USA, we are able to represent mandates in all 50 federal states of the USA

Why Urban Thier & Federer

Urban Thier & Federer is an international law firm with a clear specialization: We represent German clients who have been involved in accidents or liability conflicts in the USA.

Insider knowledge

We have a deep understanding of the German insurance and healthcare system and can process all necessary documents accordingly. You yourself only need to be minimally involved in the process — we know the cultural differences and structures of both countries and ensure that everything runs smoothly

No win, no fee

“No win, no fee” — Urban Thier & Federer represents German clients in the USA on a successful basis and works closely with legal protection insurance companies to enforce your claims efficiently and without unnecessary risks.

German advice

Through our German-speaking lawyers and support staff, we are able to assist you in German throughout the entire process.
Your initial consultation with us is free of charge.

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Our lawyers

People who stand up for you.

Specialists in US Accident Law & Deaths

Behind Urban Thier & Federer is a specialized team that supports German clients with personal commitment and clear expertise through US law.

John L. Urban

International Law, Personal Injury

John L. Urban is a founding partner of Urban Thier & Federer, P.A. He specializes in international civil litigation, in particular business law and international arbitration.

Carl-Christian Thier

International Contract Law, International Inheritance Law

Carl Christian Thier is a founding partner of Urban Thier & Federer, P.A. He advises international companies on commercial and contract law as well as on cross-border structures and business transactions.

Mark J. Kovack

Civil Litigation, Personal Injury

Mark J. Kovack is a senior attorney in Connecticut. He specializes in civil law, particularly commercial, construction and tenancy law as well as arbitration proceedings.

What our clients say about us

A.S.

Very professional service. Thorough expertise and obvious competence gave me peace of mind.

J.L.

I received the money yesterday and wanted to thank you again for resolving my case so quickly and successfully! I hope I don't get hurt again, but if I do, I'll definitely get back to you. Thank you and all the best from Berlin.

D.C.

John is an excellent lawyer who really cares about his clients. I was very impressed by his professionalism and competence. I've finally found a lawyer that I can recommend with a clear conscience!

N.F.

I was very impressed by John Urban. He always takes time for a conversation and knows how to explain legal topics in a simple way. An absolute top lawyer!

I.E.

John Urban and his colleagues were extremely thorough throughout the process and kept me up to date — often even through personal phone calls.

R.M.

When we needed the services of a law firm, it was very comforting to be mentored by John Urban and his team. The entire experience was handled extremely professionally and with minimal effort.

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How we can help you with your case

Urban Thier & Federer P.A. advises you on traffic accidents in the USA, as well as if you are the victim of a crime or medical maltreatment in the USA. In the USA, clients can be represented through a successful fee agreement. This eliminates the injured person's risk of legal costs.

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Our experience

Trust comes from performance — and performance can be measured. Here are some figures that show what we stand for: experience, reliability and clear results.

17

worldwide

including Germany, USA, Great Britain

1,200

cases

processed in international law, including accident law

20+

years

Experience in international civil law

31 million +

US dollar

reached judgments and settlements for our clients

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