Global Guide 2026 : Austria
Ranked Individuals
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Vavrovsky Heine Marth has a solid reputation in the Austrian arbitration market and shows particular strength in investor-state disputes. It frequently advises clients across various sectors on joint venture and shareholder disputes, as well as proceedings connected to distribution agreements. The team equally acts on the enforcement of arbitral awards and is well versed in ICC and VIAC proceedings.
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We appreciate the extraordinary involvement of the lawyers working on the case and their deep understanding of the legal problems.
At Vavrovsky Heine Marth, huge knowledge is available and great effort is attributed to every case.
Vavrovsky Heine Marth's strengths are its practical approach, accuracy and punctuality.
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Nikolaus Vavrovsky boasts wide-ranging expertise, representing clients as arbitration counsel alongside acting as arbitrator. He acts on investor-state as well as commercial arbitrations, with skill handling ICC, VIAC and ad hoc proceedings. Owing to his deep experience in the field, he is regularly appointed as chair, sole or co-arbitrator in arbitral tribunals.
I see Nikolaus Vavrovsky as one of the go-to arbitrators for Austrian expertise.
He is always very detail-oriented and can understand the big picture and the nitty-gritty at the same time.
He has a clear understanding of what clients need and is able to translate this to a tribunal.
He is a professional, fair and balanced arbitrator - exactly what you would wish for!
Florian Stefan is increasingly recognised for his skill acting as arbitration counsel in proceedings related to contractual agreements, liability claims and post-M&A disputes. He demonstrates particular strength in cases governed by VIAC and ICC rules.
Florian fights for his clients and is very good at cross-examination. He knows where he is going and gets there efficiently. He is a true asset for the client in his conduct.
Florian Stefan is precise, straightforward and practical in his advice.
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