General information about the rules in force. Not legal advice. Last updated 29 September 2026.

This page is for readers searching for Advodan alternatives in immigration and family law. It explains how to compare Danish law firms for these cases on your own terms, without ranking or rating any named firm.

TL;DR
  • Globe Advokater does not rank or compare named law firms, including Advodan, in line with good lawyer conduct.
  • When looking at advodan alternatives, compare specialisation in your case type, working language and who handles your file.
  • Immigration law and family law are separate fields with separate Danish authorities.
  • Ask how fees are agreed before work starts. Written terms are a normal part of first contact.
  • Globe Advokater works in Danish and English, with a focus on foreign nationals in Denmark.

Why this matters

Many people start looking for another law firm at a difficult moment. Some have received an afslag - a refusal - from a Danish authority. Others are in the middle of a separation, or are buying property in Denmark while living abroad.

At that point, the name of a firm matters less than the fit between the lawyer and the case. A lawyer who works mostly with company law may not handle family reunification files often. A lawyer who works only in Danish may not suit a reader who wants every document explained in English.

This guide does not say which firm is right for you. Danish lawyers are subject to god advokatskik - good lawyer conduct - and Globe Advokater does not compare itself with other named firms. The guide gives you the questions that help you compare any firm, including ours.

If your question is about a specific immigration route, our guide to family reunification visas ranked by approval difficulty goes into more detail on the options.

Deadlines apply in this type of case. Contact a lawyer to find out which deadlines apply in your case.

How to compare law firms at a glance

The table sets out the points that usually matter most to internationals. It applies to any firm you consider.

What to compare What to ask Why it matters for internationals
Specialisation How many cases like mine does the lawyer handle? Immigration and family law each have their own rules and authorities
Working language Can meetings, letters and explanations be in English? Decisions from Danish authorities are written in Danish
Who handles the file Will a named lawyer follow the case from start to end? Continuity helps when a case runs over a long period
Terms How are fees agreed, and is this in writing? Clear terms avoid surprises later in the case
Scope Does the firm cover all parts of my case? Some cases touch both immigration and family law
Location Are meetings in person, online or both? Many readers live outside Copenhagen or abroad

None of these points makes one type of firm better than another in general. They help you see whether a firm fits your case.

Four steps to choosing a lawyer

The process of choosing a lawyer usually follows the same order, whichever firm you contact.

  • Identify the field - immigration, family law, property, criminal law or civil litigation.
  • Check specialisation - ask how often the lawyer works on this type of case.
  • Confirm language - agree whether the case will be handled in Danish or English.
  • Agree the terms - get the fee arrangement and scope of work in writing before work starts.
Four steps for choosing a lawyer, from identifying the field to agreeing the terms
The field of law comes first, because it decides which experience matters.

The first step is often the hardest. A letter from Udlændingestyrelsen - the Danish Immigration Service - belongs to immigration law. A letter from Familieretshuset - the Family Law House - belongs to family law. The name of the authority on your letter is a good first clue.

1. Globe Advokater: for internationals in immigration and family law

Globe Advokater is a Copenhagen law firm at Bredgade 30 with more than 20 years of practice. We work in Danish and English. Our core focus is foreign nationals living in or moving to Denmark.

Our practice areas are udlændingeret - immigration and residence law - and familieret - family law - together with property transactions, criminal defence, tvangsanbringelse - placement of children outside the home - konkurskarantæne and civil litigation.

Where Globe Advokater fits

  • Cases handled in Danish or English, with Danish terms explained in plain language.
  • Immigration work including familiesammenføring - family reunification - work permits, permanent residence, citizenship, visas, asylum and appeals.
  • Family law including separation and divorce, bodeling - division of assets - custody, residence and contact, inheritance and wills.
  • Property purchases with advokatforbehold - a clause that makes the purchase subject to a lawyer's approval - including for buyers who live abroad.
  • Cases that touch more than one field, for example a separation that affects a residence permit.

Where Globe Advokater is not the right fit

  • Company and commercial law. The firm works for private clients, not businesses.
  • Clients who want to work in a language other than Danish or English. Raise this at first contact.
  • Clients who want a local office outside Copenhagen. The firm is based in Copenhagen.

Best for: internationals in Denmark with an immigration, family law or property question who want the case handled in English.

2. A full-service firm: when your case sits alongside business matters

A full-service firm covers many areas of law under one roof. Some have offices in several Danish towns.

Where a full-service firm shines

  • One firm can handle private and business matters together.
  • A local office may be closer to where you live.

Where a full-service firm falls short

  • The lawyer on your file may not specialise in immigration or international family law. Ask.
  • English-language service varies between offices and lawyers.

Best for: readers whose legal needs mix private and business matters.

3. A specialist firm: when your case sits in one narrow field

A specialist firm works in one field only, for example asylum or divorce.

Where a specialist firm shines

  • Daily work with the same rules and the same authorities.

Where a specialist firm falls short

  • A case that moves into a second field may need a second firm.

Best for: readers with a case that clearly stays within one area of law.

Why people look for another law firm

People look for another firm for many reasons. None of them says anything about the quality of a firm they used before.

  • They want the case handled in English rather than Danish.
  • The case has moved into a new field, for example from family law into immigration law.
  • They received a refusal and want a lawyer who works regularly with appeals.
  • They moved within Denmark or abroad and want a firm that meets online.
  • They want a named lawyer to follow the whole case.

Parents in immigration cases often have questions that cross fields. Our guide to residence permits for parents of Danish children covers that ground.

When staying with your current lawyer makes sense

Changing lawyer is not always the right step. If your current lawyer knows the field, communicates in a language you understand and has the full history of your case, staying can keep the case moving.

A second opinion is also an option. Some readers keep their lawyer and ask another firm to look at one specific question. The decision is yours, and a first meeting helps you see what each option means.

If you want to talk about your case with Globe Advokater, contact us or book a meeting through our contact page. The meeting is where individual questions are answered - this page explains only the general picture in 2026.

FAQ

What is the best alternative to Advodan for immigration law?

There is no single answer, and Globe Advokater does not rank named firms. Compare firms on specialisation in immigration law, working language and who will handle your file.

Is a specialist firm better than a large full-service firm?

Neither is better in general. What matters is whether the lawyer on your file works regularly with your type of case.

Can I change lawyer during an ongoing case?

Yes, a client can choose to change lawyer. Ask the new firm how the handover of documents usually works.

Does Globe Advokater work in English?

Yes. Globe Advokater works in Danish and English, with a focus on foreign nationals living in or moving to Denmark.

How much does a lawyer cost for an immigration or family law case?

Fees depend on the firm and the case, so this page states no prices. Ask each firm how fees are agreed and get the terms in writing.

What should I bring to a first meeting with a lawyer?

Bring the full decision letter or other documents from the authority, including all attachments. A complete file gives the lawyer the full picture.

Does reading this page make me a client of Globe Advokater?

No. This page gives general information only. A client relationship starts only when you and the firm agree on it.

One last thing

The most useful document in any first meeting is the one people often leave at home - the full letter from the authority, with every page and attachment. Danish decisions often refer to earlier documents in the case. Bringing the whole file, not only the first page, lets any lawyer you meet in 2026 understand your case faster.

This article is general information about the rules and practice in force. It is not legal advice, it does not assess your specific case, and reading it does not create a client relationship.

Rules, deadlines and the practice of the authorities change. We accept no liability for errors or for changes after the update date. Always check the information with the relevant authority or contact a lawyer before you act.

If you have a specific case, you are welcome to contact Globe Advokater for an assessment.

Last updated 29 September 2026.