Competition/European Law
Europe Guide 2024 : Austria
Band 2
About
Provided by Wolf Theiss
European and local enforcement authorities are increasing their scrutiny of companies in many sectors, particularly in matters involving competition law. Businesses need comprehensive advice to prevent unwelcome surprises down the road. Our Competition & Antitrust team helps companies assess and improve the compliance of their operations so they can focus on what is important for them: staying competitive.
We advise on EU and national competition law matters with an eye to our clients' success. This means providing reliable, predictable results, fast. For many years, we have advised and represented on all aspects of competition law, including cartel investigations, merger control, abusive practices, private enforcement (damages claims), co-operation and distribution agreements, and state aid. Organising competition law audits, providing trainings and representing clients before national competition authorities, the EU Commission and courts are among our specialties – no small matter, when you consider that Wolf Theiss has offices in 13 countries throughout CEE/SEE.
Chambers Review
Wolf Theiss often represents clients in behavioural investigations, including in relation to allegations of bid rigging, price fixing and information sharing. In addition to its work on behavioural matters, the team is very active in merger clearance and FDI notifications. It is also accomplished in compliance mandates. The firm's network of offices in the CEE region allows it to help clients with multi-jurisdictional matters in the area.
Work Highlights
- Wolf Theiss advised Farner International on the merger control aspects of its acquisition of Kobza Media Group and the Skills Group.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers understand the customer's needs and try to achieve solutions based on that."
"The team understands how to operate with globally active clients."
"The competition law team at Wolf Theiss is a large group with strong individuals at all levels."
"Wolf Theiss is a great choice for difficult matters."
"I always appreciated Wolf Theiss's diligence, eye for detail and at the same time ability to focus on the big picture."
"The lawyers understand the customer's needs and try to achieve solutions based on that."
"The team understands how to operate with globally active clients."
"The competition law team at Wolf Theiss is a large group with strong individuals at all levels."
"Wolf Theiss is a great choice for difficult matters."
"I always appreciated Wolf Theiss's diligence, eye for detail and at the same time ability to focus on the big picture."
Notable Practitioners
Günter Bauer is an important figure in the Austrian competition law market, with notable activity on high-profile cartel investigations. He additionally defends clients in private enforcement damages actions and advises on merger clearance filings and foreign direct investment notifications.
"Günter Bauer has a very deep knowledge of antitrust law requirements throughout Europe. He always listens to the customer to structure potential goals in line with their expectations."
"Günter Bauer can talk a language people understand."
"He stands out as a voice of authority in the Austrian antitrust and FDI market. He is always consistent in his advice and achieves great outcomes for clients."
"Günter Bauer is the lawyer you want to lead any of your legal teams."
"He is our first choice for Austrian merger control and FDI work, and is totally reliable to do a good job. When issues arise, he has a very reassuring manner with clients and offers solutions to keep things on track."
Ranked Lawyers at
Wolf Theiss
Austria
Clients
Provided by Wolf Theiss
ALSO
Carlyle
Clariant
Deutsche Telekom/T-Mobile
Eckes Granini
KKR & Co. Inc.
KOTANYI
PORR
Siemens
The Kraft Heinz Company
Industries
Provided by Wolf Theiss
Automotive
Banks & Financial Services
Chemicals
Construction & Materials
Consumer Products Manufacturing
Energy
Food & Beverages
Forestry & Paper
Healthcare
Insurance
Media
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals
Retail
Technology
Telecommunications
Transportation
Utilities