LAWYER PROFILE

Franz Urlesberger

Europe 2026

Schoenherr

Ranked in 1 practice area

Competition/European Law

Austria

19 years ranked

About

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Europe

Practice Areas

competition, eu & foreign trade, antitrust

Career

Franz Urlesberger specialises in all aspects of European and Austrian competition law, including merger controls and implementing multijurisdictional compliance programmes. He focuses on working with among others, the paper and packaging, energy, and oil and gas industries. Besides Austria he is also active throughout Central and Eastern Europe.

Publications

Co-publisher/author of a comprehensive commentary on the Austrian Cartel Act (2016, 2nd Edition)

Personal

University of Salzburg, Salzburg/Austria (Dr. iur. 2000)

London School of Economics, London/UK (LL.M. 1998/99)

University of Salzburg, Salzburg/Austria (Mag. iur. 1997)

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Competition/European Law - Austria

Band 1

Individual Editorial

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.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He has a strong reputation and consistently delivers concise, clear advice backed by deep industry knowledge. His expertise and strategic insight make him a trusted adviser on complex matters.
Competition/European LawChambers European Guide