The Ministry started work in 1949 with approximately 80 members of staff. Today, the Ministry has more than 925 staff members (as of September 2024). The Ministry is structured into directorates‑general responsible for specific areas of law (DGs I to IV), directorates‑general with more overarching competences (D and R), as well as directorates‑general for administration and for political coordination. A brief overview of the different directorates‑general is provided below.

Article , July 10, 2023

The remit of the Federal Ministry of Justice includes three of the total of five federal courts as well as other authorities and institutions. These support the Ministry’s work within their area of expertise.

Article , April 6, 2023