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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.

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

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Capital Markets - Austria

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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.

Work Highlights

  • CEHRA HEMPEL advised voestalpine on its EUR250 million convertible bond issuance.

Strengths

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It is nice to work with CERHA HEMPEL; we have a good understanding. The lawyers' reaction time is perfect and they give short answers.

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CERHA HEMPEL responds in a timely fashion.

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CERHA HEMPEL is responsive and reliable. The team is good at responding to needed requests and requirements and are very knowledgeable in the areas where we use them.

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Notable Practitioners

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Volker Glas
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Volker Glas
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Band 2
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.

Volker Glas has excellent experience in complex capital markets transactions.

Volker Glas knows the company well and knows what we want.

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Thomas Zivny
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Thomas Zivny
3
Band 3
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
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Peter Knobl
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Band 4

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 a very good communicator.

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Volker Glas
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Volker Glas
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Band 2
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Thomas Zivny
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Thomas Zivny
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Peter Knobl
4
Peter Knobl
4
Band 4
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