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Schoenherr's competition, eu & foreign trade practice advises clients from across all industries on the European and national levels throughout the firm's network in Central Europe.
Schoenherr has built up a notable track record in antitrust cases and non-litigious competition matters. The team has participated in virtually all recent antitrust cases of note in Austria, with a similar track record in the CEE/SEE region.
The team is also recognised for its expertise in merger control. With its strong network, the team acts as a one-stop-shop for clients in multijurisdictional transactions and is regularly retained for notifications to the European Commission.
In the field of foreign direct investment reviews, Schoenherr helps clients navigate the national laws affecting cross-border investment and to consider issues upfront to mitigate any potential risks.
Schoenherr also features one of Austria's most prominent practices in State aid.
To improve the position of SMEs in the food supply chain, the EU has adopted legislation that bans certain unfair trading practices. Corresponding national rules are often stricter than their EU counterparts. Our team helps clients navigate this patchwork and structure their contractual relationships accordingly.
From its Brussels office, Schoenherr's team advises on all aspects of EU law, such as assisting companies in respect of Member State measures which conflict with EU law.
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Schoenherr acted for a number of plaintiffs, including ASFINAG, VERBUND Hydro Power and Energie Steiermark, in the investigation into the construction cartel and in subsequent damages actions.
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Schoenherr is number one, in my view.
We work a lot with Schoenherr; it is clearly a go-to firm for Austrian topics, as well as, more broadly, CEE countries.
I would give Schoenherr five stars: the team has been on speed dial for almost the last decade, so we have a really close and mutually trusting relationship.
With extensive expertise and experience, the team effectively navigates complex competition law issues.
Schoenherr distinguishes itself through a practical and economic approach to legal advice, ensuring commercially viable solutions.
Schoenherr is number one, in my view.
We work a lot with Schoenherr; it is clearly a go-to firm for Austrian topics, as well as, more broadly, CEE countries.
I would give Schoenherr five stars: the team has been on speed dial for almost the last decade, so we have a really close and mutually trusting relationship.
With extensive expertise and experience, the team effectively navigates complex competition law issues.
Schoenherr distinguishes itself through a practical and economic approach to legal advice, ensuring commercially viable solutions.
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Hanno Wollmann is top-notch in competition law in Austria.
Hanno Wollmann knows everything inside and out.
Hanno Wollmann is a light tower who stands above everything. It is a pleasure to work with him in negotiations and he is good at handling the clients.
Hanno Wollmann is very good and experienced, someone who can bring calm to a matter, and good at designing strategies and anticipating issues.
Franz Urlesberger remains a key name in the Austrian competition law market who is noted for his broad competition law practice. He offers key expertise in merger control filings, including those that require phase II investigations, as well as in significant behavioural investigations. He also has notable experience in high-profile private enforcement cases.
He consistently delivers exceptional client service, demonstrating a proactive and attentive approach to our needs and exhibiting a high level of sophistication in his legal strategies and advice.
Franz Urlesberger has a strong reputation in competition matters, always providing concise advice along with in-depth industry knowledge.
Franz Urlesberger is very pragmatic and knowledgeable.
Franz Urlesberger is an established expert with a lot of experience, who is very diligent and good in handling merger clearance matters.
Christoph Haid represents clients in high-profile behavioural investigations and follow-on damages actions. He offers additional experience in foreign direct investment notifications.
Christoph Haid has super-quick reactions and coordinates the different jurisdictions well, and he is easy to work with.
Christoph Haid is usually our first port of call. He is super-responsive, very reliable and very approachable and knowledgeable.
Christoph Haid has excellent knowledge of Austrian and European competition law and is very customer-oriented.
Christoph Haid is an excellent competition lawyer. He has a very international side and has seen many jurisdictions so has very good knowledge.
Volker Weiss is really good to work with on merger cases. He is very hard-working, responsive, pleasant to work with, and delivers good quality on time.
Volker is the best of the best when it comes to EU and Austrian merger filings.
Volker Weiss is strong analytically and gives good advice.
Volker is exceptional.
Volker Weiss is great in working on both Austrian and EU matters.
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Volker Weiss
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Altstoff Recycling Austria
Baumit Beteiligungen GmbH
Energie Steiermark
Funke Media Group
Gewista
Heineken / Brau Union
JCDecaux
Japan Tobacco International
KONE
Mondi AG
OMV AG
PremiQaMed
REWE
Red Bull
Uniqa
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