Dr. Stefan Claus Takes Helm at Lower Saxony-Bremen’s Social Court
Dr. Stefan Claus has been appointed as the new presiding judge of the Regional Social Court of Lower Saxony-Bremen. The 51-year-old succeeds the retiring Karl Schulte, who stepped down at the end of February. Claus brings a wealth of experience to the role, having worked in the social court system for over a decade.
Claus began his career as a lawyer before joining the social court system in 2006. He has since worked at social courts in Hannover and Hildesheim, and was seconded to the Regional Social Court (LSG) in 2011/2012. Since 2013, he has been working in the 7th Senate, handling disputes related to unemployment benefits, job promotion, and expert remuneration.
LSG President Katrin Rieke congratulated Claus on his appointment, praising his expertise and energy. Claus will now chair the 6th Senate, which deals with unemployment benefits and statutory accident insurance matters. Notably, searches for information about Claus's professional background before his appointment to the 6th Senate yielded no results.
Dr. Stefan Claus takes over as the new presiding judge of the Regional Social Court of Lower Saxony-Bremen, bringing his extensive experience and expertise to the role. His appointment was welcomed by LSG President Katrin Rieke, who expressed confidence in his abilities. Claus will now oversee the 6th Senate, handling crucial unemployment benefits and accident insurance matters.
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