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Real Estate - Austria

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

The real estate department at the law firm Freshfields in Vienna is skilled at overseeing multi-jurisdictional property-related transactions, including advice on forward purchase agreements as well as carve-out procedures involving real estate assets. Additionally, the team assists with creating joint venture structures in relation to real estate investments and deals. Freshfields also handles disputes regarding property transactions, with further expertise in lease matters. The law firm's clientele includes banks, international investment management firms, industrial and manufacturing companies, as well as retail and hotel chains.

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Work Highlights

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  • Freshfields advised Novartis on the strategic transformation of its pharmaceutical and industrial parks in Austria and Slovenia following a carve-out procedure.

Strengths

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  • We value Freshfields' strong local knowledge and network.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • The lawyers at Freshfields demonstrate deep legal knowledge paired with sharp commercial acumen.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • We are impressed by the team's commercial acumen and high-quality legal knowledge and experience.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

  • The Freshfields team is very commercial and to the point.

    Real Estate respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Felix Neuwirther
    Felix Neuwirther

    Felix Neuwirther

    Felix Neuwirther is sought after for his expertise in real estate transactions and investments, as well as lease agreements across Austria. He also has notable experience in real estate carve-out mandates.

    • Felix Neuwirther is an experienced and knowledgeable lawyer with commercial awareness.

      Real Estate respondentEurope

    • I particularly want to highlight Felix's commercial acumen which distinguishes him from his peers.

      Real Estate respondentEurope
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