Your Trusted Business Ally

I’m Katarina — Berlin-based business lawyer and strategic consultant with extensive hands-on experience in working with expats, startups, and international businesses.

My path has taken me across countries, systems, and languages, shaping my approach to law, strategy, and technology in an international context.

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Clear, practical advice that made all the difference.

Anna M.

My Formula for
Long-Term Business Success

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Compliance shouldn't be a cage; it should be your foundation. By setting up your legal, tax, and contractual frameworks correctly from day one, you build a business that is resilient against bureaucracy. This "peace of mind" is what allows you to focus entirely on your craft.

Before moving a single stone in the German market, you need a blueprint. We peel back the layers of "wanting to start a business" to define exactly what success looks like for you — quantifiably and qualitatively. Clarity is the antidote to the overwhelm of a new legal system.

Success in Germany isn’t just about following rules; it’s about understanding the "unwritten" business culture. I help you translate your international vision into the German context, ensuring your professional identity resonates with local partners and authorities while keeping your unique edge.

The market changes, and so do regulations. Long-term success requires a strategy that is firm in its goals but flexible in its execution. We build systems that allow your business to pivot and scale without outgrowing its structural integrity.

I believe that creativity thrives when the administrative "noise" is silenced. My formula focuses on automating and organizing the boring-but-essential tasks—tax orientation, compliance, and organization—so that your mental energy is reserved for innovation and growth.

True independence comes from mastering your own engine. I move you beyond mere assistance toward full empowerment. By understanding your fiscal obligations and operational structures, you gain the sovereignty to lead your business with authority and long-term stability.

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Experience Matters

Legal & Compliance

Business Consultant

Ablefy

2025 - Present

In my current role at ablefy — a leading platform for digital entrepreneurs — I secure the legal and operational integrity of digital business models. I bridge the gap between complex regulation and practical business growth, ensuring that international sellers, creators, and startups can operate safely in the German and EU markets.

Deloitte

2023 - 2025

During my time at Deloitte, I worked within the Risk, Regulatory & Forensic service line, helping large-scale organizations navigate complex transformations. I apply this high-level corporate rigor to my private consulting, ensuring my clients benefit from the same quality standards used by global market leaders.

Privacy Products

Axel Springer National Media & Tech

2021 - 2022

At Axel Springer, I worked at the cutting edge of Data Privacy and Product Development. I focused on the practical integration of European regulations into digital business models, ensuring that high-traffic platforms remain compliant without sacrificing user experience or growth.

Finance Consultant

Ernst & Young

2020 - 2021

During my time at EY, I focused on the financial integrity and transparent reporting of diverse business entities. I apply this "Audit Mindset" to my consulting today, helping my clients build businesses that are financially transparent, organized, and prepared for future growth or investment.

Academic Background

Business Law (LL.B.)

HTW Berlin

I hold a degree in Business Law from one of Germany’s premier institutions, a curriculum designed to bridge the gap between rigorous legal analysis and strategic corporate management. My studies focused on the legal challenges of the modern digital economy, providing me with the tools to navigate complex regulatory environments.

Graduated: May 2022

Core Areas of

Specialization:

  • Digital Innovation & Tech Law: Specialized expertise in Digital Law, E-Commerce, and the evolving landscape of AI and Legal Tech.

  • IP & Media: Advanced focus on Copyright Law, specifically tailored to the digital age.

  • Finance & Corporate Strategy: Robust training in Tax Law, Accounting & Controlling, and Investment analysis.

  • Corporate Compliance: Deep insights into White-Collar Crime and liability management.

You followed your passion to the German market — I’m here to make sure the legalities don't hold you back.