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Employment - Austria

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

The international law firm Baker McKenzie operates a well-reputed employment law practice in Austria. The team is particularly appreciated for comprehensively advising on all labour law aspects pertaining to M&A transactions and restructurings. Additionally, the law firm assists with working time arrangements, business transfers and employee relocation as well as social security law issues. The team also demonstrates prowess in handling contentious terminations of employees, pension claims and home office guidelines. Baker McKenzie is frequently sought after by clients from the consumer goods, food, technology and retail as well as life sciences sectors.

Work Highlights

  • Baker McKenzie acted for McDonald's on a variety of employment law mandates, including compliance issues, global mobility matters and litigation, as well as the negotiation of a new collective bargaining agreement.

Strengths

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The team stands out for its hands-on mentality and reliability. It has deep knowledge of the employment market in Austria, combined with a proven understanding of the economic situation.

Employment respondent
Europe

Baker McKenzie is the right place to go if you are dealing with tricky topics. I get right answers on the spot.

Employment respondent
Europe

Baker McKenzie's advice is pragmatic and easy to understand. We have a very good collaboration with the team.

Employment respondent
Europe

It consistently feels like we are the law firm's only client because of the exceptional level of attention and care. This level of dedication and responsiveness is invaluable and greatly appreciated.

Employment respondent
Europe

Baker McKenzie has an international set-up and is able to give pragmatic advice on complex matters.

Employment respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Philipp Maier
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Philipp Maier
2
Band 2

Philipp Maier is an appreciated adviser who assists with a broad variety of employment matters, including remuneration issues, working time arrangements, restructurings and working-from-home guidelines. Besides his advisory work, Philipp Maier is also present in labour law litigation, notably in relation to the termination of employment contracts.

Philipp Maier is an outstanding figure in the employment world. He distinguishes himself through his strategic thinking and pragmatic approach, consistently delivering efficient, practical solutions.

Philipp Maier is an expert in his field. He has brilliant knowledge and expertise and is a good sparring partner.

He possesses a high degree of commercial pragmatism, quickly understanding our business context and offering solutions aligned with our objectives.

Philipp Maier is highly supportive and we feel that we are advised well on all employment law issues.

Philipp Maier is an excellent lawyer who always understands our business needs.

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