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Building on a long tradition established by the founding partners of the firm, arbitration has always been a core business for CERHA HEMPEL. We know the ins and outs of international arbitration and the advantages and pitfalls of the various institutional rules. We frequently act as arbitrators and as counsel in arbitration proceedings. Irene Welser, Senior Partner, has been a member of the board of the arbitration institution VIAC since 2015, is a co-editor of the Austrian Yearbook of International Arbitration since 2007 and is one most in demand arbitration practitioners in Austria.



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What the Team is Known For

CERHA HEMPEL offers highly regarded expertise in international arbitration proceedings, with particular experience in cases governed by VIAC, ICC and ICSID rules. The team advises on disputes related to joint ventures, M&A transactions and construction projects, as well as the enforcement of arbitral awards. Team members also have experience acting as arbitrators.

Work Highlights

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  • CERHA HEMPEL represented Macon AB in VIAC arbitration proceedings against a Russian steel producer in relation to the refurbishment of a rotary kiln.

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Notable Practitioners

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Irene Welser
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Irene Welser
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Irene Welser enjoys an outstanding reputation for her work in international arbitration. She represents multinational companies in investment arbitrations and enforcement proceedings, as well as disputes related to contract breaches and the construction sector, with particular expertise in cases under VIAC rules.

Irene Welser is simply top of the top.

Irene Welser is extremely qualified and highly respected in the market.

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Irene Welser
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Industries

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Food, Retail, Construction, Real Estate, Public sector, Pharma