Social Association of Germany (SoVD) - Social and Legal Counseling
Provided by: Social Association of Germany (SoVD) - Social and Legal Counseling
Overview
The SoVD state association Berlin-Brandenburg e.V. offers its members competent social and legal counseling, for example on topics such as pension, care, disability, or Hartz IV (Bürgergeld).
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📘 Guide: Social Law & Objection
Legal review of benefit notices (SGB II, SGB XII, Housing Benefit) for legality. The counseling includes formulating formal and timely objections, applying for interim legal protection, and review applications for incorrect calculations of accommodation costs or standard rates.
Important Note
Objection deadlines (1 month) are preclusion periods! In doubt, file an objection to meet the deadline and submit the reasoning later.
Required Documents
- Objection letter (deadline-preserving)
- Review Application according to § 44 SGB X
Steps
- 1File an objection within 1 month (reasoning can be submitted later).
- 2File a review application for old, incorrect notices.
FAQ
▶What does "Counseling Center & Social Services" mean?
General support in social situations. Counseling Tip 1: Complete documents (notices, proof of income) speed up every consultation. Counseling Tip 2: Prepare concrete questions to use the consultation time effectively.