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Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner

Corporate/M&A

Europe Guide 2026 : Austria


Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner

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Developing optimal solutions in the corporate area requires extensive knowledge and vast experience in many different legal areas, including corporate law, tax law, capital market and takeover law, labour as well as tenancy law. We handle private and public transactions and advise national and international companies on a vast array of corporate law issues. In the corporate law area, accompanying clients on the sale and acquisition of companies is one of the core skills of fwp. Our work in this regard covers all aspects necessary for the successful conclusion of a transaction, beginning with the undertaking of legal due diligence up through negotiation of the SPA and resolution of anti-trust issues. In particular our broad experience in the private and public sectors, especially relating to cross-border transactions, takeover bids, private equity and venture capital, ensures the highest degree of efficiency and deal stability.

Clients (4)

  • Steinhoff Europe AG
  • Wienerberger AG
  • Imobilien Holding AG
  • UniCredit Bank Austria AG

Industries (4)

  • IT
  • Banks
  • Real Estate
  • Retail

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Austria

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner is home to a robust team renowned for its restructuring expertise. The law firm acts on a diverse range of deals, including banking M&A. The practice often represents shareholders in transactions, while providing supplementary support in contentious issues. Clients stem from the finance, technology and real estate industries.

Work Highlights

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  • Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner successfully advised Kommunalkredit Austria on Altor's acquisition of an 80% majority stake in the company.

Strengths

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  • What truly sets Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner apart is its ability to combine technical excellence with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Fellner Wratzfeld & Partner's work is accurate. The team's view on matters is multidimensional, complex, strategic and without blind spots.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • The team demonstrates a high level of practical experience and a strong understanding of our business needs, consistently providing advice that goes well beyond the purely legal aspects.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • The lawyers demonstrate outstanding responsiveness, strategic thinking and a remarkable capacity to navigate multi-jurisdictional legal and regulatory landscapes.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Their fast and proactive working style also encourages business partners to accelerate their own pace, resulting in a very dynamic and efficient transaction process.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Markus Fellner
    Band 3Markus Fellner

    Markus Fellner

    Experienced lawyer Markus Fellner is sought after for his strength in M&A transactions, restructurings and financings. He is a visible name in the banking and finance sector.
    • Markus Fellner always finds a solution for any problem and is on point with negotiations.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
  • Band 5Paul Luiki
    Band 5Paul Luiki

    Paul Luiki

    Paul Luiki remains sought after for his coverage of shareholder transactions, public takeovers, restructurings and venture capital matters.
    • Paul Luiki is able to combine strong legal skills with a keen understanding of the business landscape.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
    • Paul Luiki is proactive and highly responsive, always making himself available when needed. He demonstrates a high level of sophistication in handling complex, cross-border legal matters.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

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