Restructuring/Insolvency
Europe Guide 2024 : Austria
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Provided by GRAF ISOLA
GRAF ISOLA was founded in 1994 and is one of the leading independent Austrian commercial law firms with offices in Vienna and Graz. The full-service firm advises in all fields of Austrian and European business law with a client base from all sectors of industry – both domestic and foreign – as well as public authorities. GRAF ISOLA has 25 qualified lawyers including six partners – most are recognised experts in their field and have years of international experience. The firm is internationally known for its hard work approach and efficient and creative way of handling complex cases in a solution-oriented manner. GRAF ISOLA has an extensive network with international leading law firms across the globe – with whom the firm regularly co-operates based on a best friends philosophy.
GRAF ISOLA has for decades long been a leading firm for insolvency and restructuring and has in recent years advised on almost every major insolvency/restructuring case in Austria. Key strength areas include in particular: advice on restructuring and insolvency (in and out of court), insolvency administration, distressed M&A, voidance law, capital replacement law, capital maintenance law, insolvency dispute resolution and international insolvency law.
Chambers Review
GRAF ISOLA houses a well-reputed restructuring and insolvency practice in Vienna, often advising debtors and creditors alike. Its team members are particularly renowned for their roles as administrators and trustees in complex cases, often nominated by courts. Additionally, the firm advises on financial restructurings and distressed M&A with further strength in insolvency-related litigation. Restructuring plans as well as debt collection also fall within the firm's expertise. GRAF ISOLA has a particular focus on Austrian mid-sized companies, with additional experience handling larger and cross-border mandates for internationally active clients.
Strengths
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"GRAF ISOLA has highly knowledgeable individuals with a commercial view and hands-on approach."
"Their service level and responsiveness is extraordinary."
"GRAF ISOLA has highly knowledgeable individuals with a commercial view and hands-on approach."
"Their service level and responsiveness is extraordinary."
Notable Practitioners
Alexander Isola remains one of Austria's top administrators, covering insolvency proceedings in the energy sector. His clients also benefit from his expertise in distressed M&A transactions and in-court and out-of-court restructurings.
"Alexander is a strong leader helping with his wide experience."
"Alexander is strong in large restructuring matters."
Stefan Weileder ascends in the rankings due to his increasing activity on prominent insolvency, distressed M&A and restructuring cases.He acts as an administrator across Austria, covering insolvencies in the energy sector, among others.
"Stefan has a very impressive profile and is highly regarded in the industry."
"His commercial thinking, extraordinary service attitude and broad knowledge help during insolvency processes."
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