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CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz is one of the leading law firms in Austria and Southeast Europe for the entire real estate sector. We offer our clients comprehensive domestic and international expertise in this area and advise property investors, hotel operators and owners, architects, construction firms operating both domestically and internationally, property developers as well as banks.
The focus of our activities in the field of property law includes:
- Structuring the legal and tax aspects of property transactions
- Preparation and negotiation of purchase, lease, commercial leasehold or related agreements, whether in the domestic or international context
- Performance of due diligence as well as subsequent preparation of due diligence reports
- Advising clients when they need to conduct proceedings before public authorities
In the field of urban planning and construction law, our focus is on:
- Representation before national and international courts, arbitral tribunals or public authorities
- Preparation and negotiation of domestic or international construction agreements (in particular construction, architectural services and management agreements), providing various price clause options for the widest variety of construction projects (e.g. hotels, offices, industrial plants or infrastructural projects)
- Ongoing representation of clients in connection with execution of larger-scale construction projects, particularly with a view to achieving a consensus resolution of conflicts when disputes arise
Chambers Review
The law firm CMS is sought after for its strength in construction mandates. Its team regularly handles the full cycle of construction mandates from contract negotiations to procurements and implementation phases especially in the infrastructure, energy and transportation sectors. In addition, the team handles construction disputes, with its members also drawing on their expertise as arbitrators. Furthermore, CMS assists with acquisitions and sales of real estate portfolios as well as lease disputes. High-profile construction companies, national developers, international investors and manufacturers belong to the firm's clientele. CMS also boasts a strong presence across CEE, making it a strong choice for cross-border work.
Work Highlights
- CMS advised a consortium consisting of Amberg Engineering, Lombardi, müller + hereth, Obermeyer and hpbm on all construction matters in relation to the Brenner Base Tunnel construction project.
Strengths
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"The lawyers at CMS offer fast and qualified support."
"The lawyers at CMS offer fast and qualified support."
Notable Practitioners
Nikolaus Weselik is praised for his excellence in complex construction mandates, especially those relating to infrastructure and commercial building projects. Clients also benefit from Nikolaus Weselik's experience as an arbitrator in construction disputes.
"Nikolaus Weselik is a very experienced and no-nonsense lawyer who thinks strategically."
Ranked Lawyers at
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Austria
Members
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Gregor Famira
Helmut Bruckner
Johannes Hysek
Mariella Kapoun
Head of Department
Thomas Hamerl
Clients
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Allianz Real Estate
Claire´s
Elvedi
Erste Group Bank AG
FRÖHLICH & LOCHER
Fendi
GAYDOUL GROUP AG
HYPO NOE Gruppe Bank AG
Hinterkörner
IG IMMOBILIEN
KIKO
Marina Tower EntwicklungsgmbH
Melia
Norpexal Group
RI Realinvest GmbH
SANO
TSCHIBO GmbH
Unicredit Bank Austria AG
Württembergische Versicherungs AG
Wüstenrot Versicherungs AG
Zumtobel Group AG
pbb Deutsche Pfandbriefbank
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Consumer products
Energy
Financial institutions
Food & Drink Producers
Government
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Insurance
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Real Estate finance
Real estate
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