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CERHA HEMPEL

Real Estate

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The CERHA HEMPEL real estate team handles this multi-faceted area of law through every stage of a project.

Beginning with the acquisition of land, we support our clients in everything from project development, negotiating and drafting financing agreements, preparing planning and construction agreements, to residential and commercial leases.

Our core areas of expertise include handling landlord-tenant disputes and construction litigation, as well as assisting with claims management.

CERHA HEMPEL has outstanding contacts with the major market players, including investors, property developers and agents, as well as architects and civil engineers.

This also enables us to offer our clients project management services.

A particular strength of our Real Estate practice lies in cross-border transactions in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region. Our in-depth understanding of the unique complexities and nuances of the CEE real estate market, combined with our extensive regional network, enables us to provide exceptional service and support to our clients in their international ventures.

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Real Estate - Austria

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

CERHA HEMPEL houses a respected real estate practice, often advising domestic and international investors, retailers and technology companies, as well as startups. The team offers particular expertise in the sale and acquisition of real estate properties throughout Austria, including residential complexes, manufacturing facilities, hotels and logistics centres. Forward purchase transactions and lease agreements as well as management contracts in relation to hotel operations are also handled by the law firm. CERHA HEMPEL also has expertise in development projects and M&A involving expansive real estate portfolios. Due to its reach across the CEE region, the law firm is particularly well placed to handle cross-border mandates.

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Work Highlights

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  • CERHA HEMPEL assisted ESTRELLA Immobilieninvest with its acquisition of the Schottenring 19 office building in Vienna from the Bank Austria Real Invest fund.

Strengths

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  • CERHA HEMPEL boasts excellent local knowledge and a very approachable team that helps in creating a smooth process for all parties.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • The CERHA HEMPEL real estate team combines excellent legal skills with strong commercial understanding. It is very reliable, fast and always available when needed.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • CERHA HEMPEL stands out for its deep know-how, strong market network and longstanding experience. The lawyers are extremely responsive and hands-on, with a very practical approach that keeps transactions moving.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • What sets CERHA HEMPEL apart is its reliability, fast response times and ability to provide clear, workable solutions. The team is easy to deal with and always keeps the commercial objectives in mind.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • CERHA HEMPEL handles complex and demanding matters with the highest level of expertise, accuracy and foresight.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Mark Krenn
    Mark Krenn

    Mark Krenn

    Mark Krenn is highly recognised for his expertise advising investors on the sale and acquisition of real estate assets, as well as forward-funding transactions. He is often instructed to assist with the management of residential and commercial properties.

    • Mark Krenn is an extremely knowledgeable lawyer who is a pleasure to deal with.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Mark Krenn is an exceptional real estate lawyer with outstanding market knowledge and commercial insight. He combines deep legal expertise with a strong sense for business realities, which makes his advice highly practical and result oriented.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Mark Krenn is a very trusted adviser who understands our business, which helps when finding solutions. He offers us solutions, not problems.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Mark is extremely reliable, always available and able to find practical solutions where others see problems. His calm and structured way of leading negotiations makes a real difference.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • Mark Krenn is a very strong negotiator who is calm, precise and always two steps ahead. He understands our business perfectly and gives practical advice.

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