Corporate/M&A
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Provided by E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH
Corporate/M&A
Our practice group has a strong track record advising on all aspects in relation to corporate law and M&A and is widely recognized for high-profile transactions entrusted to our firm. Apart from private and public mergers and acquisitions, our firm handles strategic partnerships, joint ventures, auction sales and takeovers of listed companies. Our fields of expertise include: private M&A, public M&A, transactions and finance structures, private equity and venture capital, strategic alliances / mergers and joint ventures, privatizations, Public Private Partnerships (PPP), distressed M&A, restructuring, corporate reorganization, post-M&A litigation, post-M&A integration.
Chambers Review
E+H Rechtsanwälte has a strong corporate practice with in-depth expertise in the financial services, energy and pharmaceutical sectors. The team is visible in significant domestic and cross-border transactions, with additional experience in reorganisation matters. The practice frequently acts for investors on venture capital investments and possesses further prowess in joint venture matters.
Work Highlights
- E+H advised Wienerberger on the approximately EUR600 million acquisition of the Terreal Group's major business units.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The law firm has experts in every field who network internally and can thus always convey that they can cover all problems."
"E+H always includes economic, entrepreneurial and commercial aspects of the entire process in its recommendations for action."
"What we are satisfied with, in particular, is not only the outstanding legal expertise but also the hands-on and straightforward approach, the deep market knowledge and the entrepreneurial spirit."
"The law firm has experts in every field who network internally and can thus always convey that they can cover all problems."
"E+H always includes economic, entrepreneurial and commercial aspects of the entire process in its recommendations for action."
"What we are satisfied with, in particular, is not only the outstanding legal expertise but also the hands-on and straightforward approach, the deep market knowledge and the entrepreneurial spirit."
Notable Practitioners
Leading practitioner Peter Winkler is revered for his expertise in the Austrian M&A world. He regularly advises on divestments and acquisitions, including those that require regulatory expertise and coordination with domestic and foreign authorities.
"Peter is one of the best. He is very smart, and his advice is very straight to the point. Advice is customised, and he provides first-class service."
"Especially when it comes to complex issues, he enjoys our absolute trust."
"Peter provides very quick responses, his quality is flawless, and he can also work in international transactions."
Marco Steiner is experienced in handling a range of mandates, including acquisitions, joint venture formations and divestments, with notable strength in the energy, telecommunications, logistics and pharmaceutical sectors.
"He is a very experienced consultant who is very willing to understand the client's needs."
"Marco Steiner is responsive and gives clear, straightforward advice."
"He has international experience, and he is a very good negotiator. He prioritises well when leading negotiations, and I always feel that he gets what is wanted in the end."
Ranked Lawyers at
E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH
Austria
Members
Provided by E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH
Head of Department
Clemens Lanschützer
Josef Schmidt
Michael Strenitz
Nidal Karaman
Head of Department