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CERHA HEMPEL

Capital Markets

Global Guide 2026 : Austria

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CERHA HEMPEL

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CERHA HEMPEL is renowned as one of the leading law firms specialising in capital markets law.

Over the past 25 years, we have handled the largest capital market transactions in Austria and have set the standards for this area.

We cover all aspects of IPOs, capital increases and bond issuances, advising potential issuers and underwriters on due diligence issues, as well as preparing prospectuses in accordance with international standards and drafting documentation for capital increases.

Our range of services includes legal advice in connection with our clients' media and public relations activities.

As a leading banking, capital markets, financial services regulatory and corporate law firm in the regulatory sector, we advise inter alia on fitness & propriety requirements of Austrian bank managers and key function holders, on stock exchange law, market abuse prevention, ad hoc publicity, EMIR and REMIT regulations.

In 2025 CERHA HEMPEL was named "Law Firm of the Year Austria" by the renowned British specialist publisher "The Lawyer" in recognition of its outstanding and innovative achievements.

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Capital Markets - Austria

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
CERHA HEMPEL houses a well-regarded capital markets practice that advises on prospectus preparation and updates, debt issuance programmes and a variety of bond placements, including green bonds and bank bonds. The team possesses further strength assisting with structured finance matters as well as regulatory issues. CERHA HEMPEL is particularly well versed in advising clients from the real estate and financial services sectors, often on cross-border deals.
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Work Highlights

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  • CERHA HEMPEL advised Vienna Insurance Group on the tender offers for its outstanding EUR214.4 million subordinated notes due 2046 and its EUR200 million subordinated notes due 2047.

Strengths

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  • I am very satisfied with CERHA HEMPEL's client service.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal

  • The CERHA HEMPEL team provides quick and to-the-point advice.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal

  • The team responds quickly and is good at what it does.

    Capital Markets respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Volker Glas
    Volker Glas

    Volker Glas

    Volker Glas is well respected for his expertise in complex bond matters, including issuances and debut placements. His client roster includes listed companies from the real estate sector as well as regulated industries, including energy and insurance.
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  • Thomas Zivny
    Thomas Zivny

    Thomas Zivny

    Thomas Zivny assists banks and corporates with retail prospectus updates as well as matters relating to debt issuance programmes. He also advises on bond transactions, including bond terminations and conversions.

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  • Peter Knobl
    Peter Knobl

    Peter Knobl

    Peter Knobl advises clients on a variety of complex capital markets and fund issues, with a focus on regulatory law and compliance, often representing major players in the market. He also assists clients with capital increases and the updating of debt issuance programmes.

    • Peter Knobl is knowledgeable and nice to work with.

      Capital Markets respondentGlobal

    • Peter Knobl has a high level of expertise and is committed to us so he is always available, which I really appreciate.

      Capital Markets respondentGlobal

    • He is very pleasant and has an excellent character.

      Capital Markets respondentGlobal
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