Global Guide 2026 : Austria
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CERHA HEMPEL’s litigation practice serves a strong client base spanning Austria’s leading industries.
We understand our clients' businesses and we do all we can to ensure their day in court is a success. Whether it be construction disputes, unfair competition, contractual interpretation, insurance law, warranty issues, or damages in contract or tort, our success rate is enviable. We cover the entire spectrum of corporate and commercial law.
Right from the start, we focus on giving our clients a clear picture of the opportunities and risks involved. Whether the case involves "standard" court proceedings, applications for injunctive relief, or alternative dispute resolution, we have the experience and expertise to find the right enforcement option for our clients' claims.
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CERHA HEMPEL offers a well-rounded team experienced in complex litigation. The team is particularly knowledgeable in real estate, construction and corporate governance-related disputes. The law firm possesses further expertise in representing private clients in inheritance and liability matters. The practice also regularly acts in damages claims and antitrust proceedings.
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CERHA HEMPEL represented the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (aka FIS) in cartel proceedings relating to its centralisation of international marketing rights for skiing competitions.
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CERHA HEMPEL are very pragmatic and dedicated to delivering. The team members I know have a very wide field of knowledge.
In addition to the ability to do so, there is also an irrepressible, almost indomitable, will to succeed in the CERHA HEMPEL team.
CERHA HEMPEL's lawyers are characterised by an extremely clever, deliberate and holistic approach. They are strong and motivated fighters.
CERHA HEMPEL's litigation team stand out for their passion, structured approach and experience.
In addition to legal analysis, CERHA HEMPEL also know how to provide proactive advice on a tactical and structural level.
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Irene Welser is widely recognised for her activity as a litigator. She routinely advises clients on a wide range of litigation, including corporate, real estate and defamation disputes. She also represents clients in damages claims proceedings related to antitrust matters.
Irene Welser is the doyenne among partners and has great negotiating skills.
She convinces us with her professional precision, reliability and distinctly structured approach.
Irene Welser has the overview and is extremely clever and prudent. She is the perfect fighter and never gives up.
Irene Welser is a first-class lawyer with great knowledge and experience.
Irene Welser delivers excellent expertise and has unique problem-solving skills.
Holger Bielesz advises on a range of litigation for top national clients, including construction, defamation and commercial disputes. He also excels in financial and transaction-related disputes.
Holger Bielesz is a very pragmatic and fast-thinking legal expert. Working with him is very smooth.
Holger Bielesz is an extremely bright lawyer who is hands-on and super responsive.
Holger is easy to reach and delivers practical advice that is to the point and that I can implement right away.
Holger Bielesz delivered a simply perfect performance.
Holger Bielesz demonstrates outstanding empathy and the highest level of expertise.
Michaela Siegwart regularly represents clients in insurance litigation such as coverage disputes and liability matters, with additional skill in handling cartel damages claims, unfair competition disputes and defamation accusations.
She knows exactly what is important to our company.
Michaela Siegwart has an excellent understanding of the technical challenges.
Michaela Siegwart is very professional and has superior knowledge of our business.
Michaela Siegwart is very committed and determined when it comes to solving legal problems. She is very good at strategic litigation with her great deal of expertise.
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