Expertise

As a core area of civil law, financing law not only regularly concerns us as practitioners, but is also often the subject of our academic publications. Our clients appreciate this fact as well as our expertise in the classic annex matters of corporate and real estate law.

We incorporate our practical experience from numerous court cases into the drafting and negotiation of construction related contracts. This enables us to significantly reduce the risks associated with construction projects for our clients. If a conflict has already arisen, we support our clients as competent and reliable representatives.

Thanks to our practical experience in competition law disputes, we are in a position to advise our clients on an ongoing basis on compliance with competition law and to point out any potential risks in good time.

We provide comprehensive support not only on establishment, restructuring, as well as mergers and acquisitions of companies, but also in contract negotiations, on compliance issues, and not least in corporate law disputes. Depending on the needs of our clients, we also draft the necessary transaction documents within a very short time frame, without losing sight of the essentials and are equally efficient in processing them with the competent courts.

We regard the conduct of civil proceedings as a core legal competence. Each of our lawyers is an experienced litigator. Successful civil litigation requires not only in-depth knowledge of procedural law and the relevant substantive area of law, but also meticulous study of the facts of the case, analytical thinking, and good communication and negotiation skills. On this basis, we work with clients to develop the best litigation strategy. We always keep in mind that litigation can entail economic risk and personal burdens. We aim to ensure that our clients do not get lost in the dynamics of the proceedings and focus on safeguarding their overall interests.

We advise and represent domestic and foreign companies and employees in all matters of individual and collective employment law. Our expertise ranges from advice on day-to-day employment law issues (e.g. working hours, remuneration, vacation and termination) to transactional advice and representation before courts and authorities. Where conflict avoidance is no longer possible, we intervene on behalf of our clients before the courts. We keep our clients fully informed about the risks and opportunities and always focus on achievement of an economically viable result.

SMEs and private individuals are increasingly exposed to the complexities of energy law. We navigate our clients through the sea of regulations and support them both in the enforcement of claims arising from energy purchase agreements and in the legal structuring of new energy generation and energy use projects. From the establishment of energy communities between several companies or homeowners’ associations to your own private photovoltaic system - we are your reliable partner.

Asset planning is often not based purely on economic considerations. Forward-looking succession planning is advisable, especially if there are significant assets. This is particularly important where a generational change in the family business is imminent. Together with our clients, we explore the various options for asset succession. We do not limit our advice exclusively to legal considerations, but also contribute our wealth of experience on how conflicts within the successor generation can be avoided as far as possible.

We understand the importance of creativity and innovation for businesses and individuals and are passionate about protecting your intellectual property and privacy rights. We support you in the registration and enforcement of trademarks, patents, copyrights, designs and other intangible assets. We develop individual strategies to protect your rights in the best possible way. We also provide comprehensive advice on issues relating to intellectual property and the protection of personal rights, draw up license and other agreements and, if necessary, conduct legal disputes on your behalf.

Austrian real estate law is fragmented into numerous individual legislative acts and is relatively complex, not least due to its socio-political dimension. Special knowledge of the material laws and their interplay is required to offer targeted legal advice. From the purchase of your own home to the ongoing support of property management companies and the handling of complex real estate transactions or development projects - we cover the entire spectrum of real estate consulting services.

Although our lawyers have minimal athletic talent of their own, sport is one of our great passions. Whether in the individual representation of athletes or in the comprehensive advice of associations and clubs, we have the necessary know-how to support you with your concerns. In doing so, we never lose sight of the long-term goal of our clients' sporting development.

We support clients in selecting the optimal structure of your business, draw up customized articles of association and take care of the necessary formalities with the company register. Our aim is to understand your objectives and to implement your interests in the best possible way.