Department profile
PFR Rechtsanwälte

FinTech Legal

FinTech Guide 2026 : Austria


PFR Rechtsanwälte

Rankings

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FinTech Legal - Austria

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

PFR advises on a wide range of matters relating to FinTech operations. The firm frequently supports clients entering the Austrian market to navigate national and EU regulatory requirements. The team also provides advice on licensing matters relating to crypto and blockchain activities.

Work Highlights

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  • PFR advised Cryptonow on its registration as a virtual currency service provider in Austria. This work included advice on the client's KYC procedures.

Strengths

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  • PFR offers flexibility and agility. The team is direct and provide personalised advice and support and have in-depth knowledge of the FinTech market.

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  • PFR has clear and consistent focus on regulatory issues. As a specialised, boutique law firm, the team combines deep regulatory expertise with a highly individualised, client-centric approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Bernd Fletzberger
    Band 1Bernd Fletzberger

    Bernd Fletzberger

    Bernd Fletzberger leads the firm's financial market practice. He advises lenders, e-money and payment entities and tech service providers on regulatory matters.

    • Bernd Fletzberger has extensive expertise in the area of regulatory law, in particular payment services law.

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    • Bernd Fletzberger is very service-oriented and really keeps calm under stress.

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    • Bernd Fletzberger is an expert in his field and also very approachable.

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  • Up and ComingSanijel Ficulovic
    Up and ComingSanijel Ficulovic

    Sanijel Ficulovic

    Sanijel Ficulovic is an attorney at PFR. He has expertise in providing regulatory advice to a variety of FinTech clients.

    • Sanijel Ficulovic is a wonderful person and a solid lawyer.

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    • Sanijel Ficulovic is an expert in regulatory law and has a holistic approach to finding pragmatic solutions to problems.

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Ranked Individuals at PFR Rechtsanwälte (2)

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