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DORDA

Real Estate: Construction

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Real estate projects have to comply with highly varied requirements and laws. DORDA advises vendors, buyers, investors and developers on the legal aspects of all manners of real estate and construction transactions, whatever their order of magnitude. We support clients from the planning phase onwards, by preparing transaction documents and ensuring that they choose the financial and fiscal solution that works best for them.

The DORDA Construction Group goes a step further by pooling our expertise in construction and real estate law and supporting clients throughout the entire process, from project planning and tendering through to claim management, representation in arbitral tribunals and courts, preparation of transaction contracts and the sale of a project.


  • Real estate acquisitions and sales and portfolio transactions
  • Guidance on all classes of assets (offices, logistics, residential, hotel contracts, serviced apartments)
  • Forward purchase and forward funding transactions
  • Sale-and-lease-back and demerger of properties
  • Due diligence for real estate projects
  • Retail, office and other leases
  • Open and closed fund management
  • Contracts with builders, architects and general contractors
  • Development projects under the Austrian Development Contracts Act (Bauträgervertragsgesetz)
  • Transfer of property and public building law
  • Support throughout real estate development projects
  • Real estate-related disputes and lawsuits

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Real Estate: Construction - Austria

What the Team is Known For

Austrian law firm DORDA is exceptionally well regarded for its strength in real estate mandates, often advising domestic and international investors, developers and energy companies. The team is appreciated for its strength in acquisitions and sales of residential, commercial and industrial real estate assets, often involving share and asset deals and forward purchasing agreements. Tenancy agreements also fall within the law firm's excellent real estate offering. Furthermore, clients benefit from the law firm's expertise in urban development projects, including the set-up of joint ventures for development purposes. DORDA also convinces with its strong cross-border capabilities, especially in the DACH region.

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Strengths

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  • We appreciate DORDA's competence, friendliness and speed.

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  • DORDA impresses with its strong negotiation skills and know-how in all different fields of real estate.

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  • The team at DORDA combines strong technical know-how with a pragmatic and commercial mindset, ensuring that legal solutions are always aligned with business objectives.

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  • The DORDA team stands out for its extensive expertise, as well as its high level of precision and commitment.

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  • The DORDA team is able to anticipate issues early, navigate complex structures with precision and provide clear, actionable advice that aligns perfectly with our objectives.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Stefan Artner
    Stefan Artner

    Stefan Artner

    Stefan Artner is one of Austria's leading real estate experts and has longstanding expertise in the sale and acquisition of high value residential and commercial properties. He also assists with leasing negotiations.

    • Stefan Artner is our go-to lawyer for real estate cases. He is one of the most well-known experts in Austria.

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    • Stefan Artner is the best lawyer in Austria!

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    • Stefan Artner is a really impressive real estate lawyer in Austria.

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    • He always knows which issues to focus on, anticipates challenges before they arise and provides practical, clear advice that keeps our projects on track. He makes even the most complex deals feel manageable.

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    • Stefan Artner combines legal expertise with a true passion for real estate. His extensive network, deep professional knowledge and enthusiasm for real estate transactions make him one of the leading real estate lawyers in Austria.

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  • Gunnar Pickl
    Gunnar Pickl

    Gunnar Pickl

    Gunnar Pickl assists clients with the development of commercial and manufacturing properties, as well as subsequent litigation and arbitration proceedings relating to contract terminations and project delays.

    • Gunnar Pickl is one of the best lawyers that I have ever met.

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  • Magdalena Brandstetter
    Magdalena Brandstetter

    Magdalena Brandstetter

    Magdalena Brandstetter regularly assists developers, corporates and investors with the acquisition and sale of real estate portfolios and assets. She also frequently advises on residential leases and management agreements.

    • Magdalena Brandstetter possesses strong negotiation skills.

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    • Magdalena Brandstetter is a lawyer with profound knowledge of complex legal matters, coupled with a commitment to her clients and the positive outcomes of deals. She has great problem-solving capabilities and her advice is always both clear and practical.

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    • Magdalena's communication is always clear, structured and proactive, which greatly contributes to the efficiency and success of any project. She is approachable, reliable and quick to grasp the nuances of a deal, making her a trusted counterpart in high stakes negotiations.

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    • Magdalena Brandstetter is an expert negotiator with a very strong market presence.

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