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Accounting for you as
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Discover a new dimension in accounting with Seewara, customised for you as a Lawyer with mandatory accounting – without do-it-yourself software and without sole dependence on artificial intelligence.

The good news for you

As a freelancer without a business, you are exempt from the obligation to keep double-entry accounts under the Income Tax Act (EStG), regardless of turnover and profit. The principle of so-called simple bookkeeping applies to you.

Seewara is the best choice for you to have your bookkeeping done by professionals. Find out more about your field of activity and industry here.

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What you should know

Simple bookkeeping for businesses and the self-employed

Do you understand your accounting requirements? With Seewara, we offer a simple, transparent solution for businesses and the self-employed who want to keep track of their finances.

Who counts as a commercial enterprise?
Commercial enterprises include all companies that do not fall under the category of freelancers according to §18 EStG. This includes, for example, all commercial activities that are not exempt from the accounting obligation by law. Typical commercial enterprises are, for example, trading companies, craft businesses or limited liability companies (e.g. GmbH) that are either voluntarily or legally entered in the commercial register.

Limits for simple bookkeeping
Certain limits apply to commercial enterprises that are not required to keep accounts:

  • Turnover limit: 800,000 euros
  • Profit limit: 80,000 euros
    If your business does not exceed these limits, you can use the simplified income statement (EÜR) instead of complex double-entry bookkeeping.

Self-employed persons according to Section 18 EStG
Self-employed persons who work in one of the catalogue professions are also affected by special regulations. The catalogue professions include, among others:

  • Artistic activities
  • Scientific activities
  • Teaching and writing activities
  • Educational activities
    These professions are mentioned in the exhaustive list of §18 EStG and are considered to be self-employed regardless of the level of income.

Less bureaucracy, more freedom
Whether you are a tradesperson or self-employed – with our simple accounting solution, you can keep track of everything and save yourself unnecessary bureaucracy. Get in touch with us to customise your bookkeeping to your needs!

What do you actually do as a Lawyer?

A lawyer is a legally trained professional who advises, represents and defends in legal matters. The main duties and responsibilities of a lawyer include

  1. Legal counselling: Lawyers provide legal advice and assistance to their clients on various matters to help them make informed decisions.
  2. Representation in court: They represent their clients in court proceedings, whether civil, criminal or administrative.
  3. Drafting and reviewing contracts: Lawyers draft, review and negotiate contracts to ensure that their clients’ interests are protected.
  4. Research: They conduct legal research to find relevant laws, regulations and precedents relevant to their clients’ cases.
  5. Negotiations: Lawyers conduct negotiations on behalf of their clients to find solutions or reach settlement agreements.
  6. Documentation: They prepare legal documents such as statements of claim, defences, notices of appeal and other relevant papers.
  7. Ethical standards: Attorneys must adhere to high ethical standards and act in the best interests of their clients.
  8. Continuing education: They keep up to date with changes in laws and regulations to provide the best possible legal advice.

Categories of lawyers

There are many different categories of solicitors who specialise in different areas of law. Some of the most common categories are:

  1. Civil lawyers: These lawyers deal with civil law matters, such as contract disputes, compensation claims and family law.
  2. Criminal defence lawyers: Criminal defence lawyers represent people charged with criminal offences and defend their rights in court.
  3. Family lawyers: They specialise in family law matters such as divorce, custody disputes and maintenance issues.
  4. Inheritance and probate lawyers: These lawyers help with estate planning, wills and the administration of estates.
  5. Employment lawyers: They deal with employment law issues such as dismissals, discrimination in the workplace and collective bargaining.
  6. Contract lawyers: These lawyers specialise in drafting and reviewing contracts in various industries.
  7. Property lawyers: They assist with property law issues, including sale and purchase agreements, mortgages and leases.
  8. Corporate lawyers: Corporate lawyers advise companies on legal matters, including company formations, mergers and acquisitions and compliance issues.
  9. Administrative lawyers: These lawyers deal with administrative law issues, including proceedings against authorities and authorisations.
  10. Patent attorneys: They specialise in patent law and assist clients in applying for and defending patents.

These categories are not exhaustive and many lawyers specialise in several areas of law or work in specific niches.

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For better readability, we use the generic masculine.
The personal designations used throughout our range of products and services refer to all genders unless otherwise indicated.
For better readability, we use the generic masculine. The personal designations used throughout our range of products and services refer to all genders unless otherwise indicated.