Europe Guide 2026 : Austria
Ranked Individual
Provided by Barnert Egermann Illigasch
Our competition law practice covers all areas of EU and Austrian competition law, including merger control, competition compliance and distribution matters. Foreign direct investment control is another area of expertise.
We advise both national and international blue chip companies; clients do not only include private sector companies, but also industry associations, public utilities and other public bodies/authorities.
Our practice is known for utmost partner availability and involvement, efficiency in terms of time and cost, and its "hands on"-approach.
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Barnert Egermann Illigasch is a popular choice with clients from the energy and construction sectors. The law firm particularly advises clients on merger clearance and foreign direct investment notifications. It offers further experience in the competition law compliance of distribution agreements.
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We appreciate the experience, responsiveness, partner attention and close contact to the client.
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Isabella Hartung frequently assists clients with merger clearance and foreign direct investment mandates before the Federal Competition Authority. In addition, she represents clients in competition law compliance matters, often involving issues of distribution strategies.
We appreciate her very structured approach and high responsiveness.
Isabella Hartung is well connected.
Head of Competition/European Law
Provided by Barnert Egermann Illigasch
Deniz Hortoğlu Ziegler
Jana Pachner
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