LAWYER PROFILE

Ralf Peschek

Europe 2026

Wolf Theiss

Ranked in 1 practice area

Employment

Austria

20 years ranked

About

Provided by Wolf Theiss

Practice Areas

Ralf Peschek heads the firm-wide Employment team at Wolf Theiss and has over 30 years of experience in employment and labour law. He specialises in executive agreements, Austrian and European employment law, international transactions, workers' participation rights, restructurings, manager liability, pension plans and benefits, and representation of clients in front of courts and governmental authorities.

Professional Memberships

Ralf is a Board Member of the European Employment Lawyers Association (EELA).

Publications

He is the author of articles and books on employment law and has been a frequent lecturer at universities and business colleges. Ralf also regularly speaks at events on current topics.

Personal

In addition to his Austrian doctoral degree in law, Ralf holds an LL.M. degree from the University of San Diego and an MBA from the Vienna University of Economics and Business. He loves tennis, biking, hiking and food.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Employment - Austria

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Ralf Peschek is held in high esteem for his excellent services in employment law, often advising on restructuring-related dismissals, remuneration and incentive schemes. He is active in court proceedings and advisory work, and his clients also benefit from his expertise in works council matters and pension programmes.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Ralf Peschek is excellent, no question. He is also pragmatic and sees the bigger picture.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
I will not hesitate to use Ralf Peschek for any employment law issue.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
It is good to have someone with experience who can give quick answers from a legal and human perspective, so we really appreciate Ralf Peschek's experience.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
I appreciate not only Ralf Peschek's professional expertise, but also his ability to empathise with the situation and anticipate and weigh possible reactions.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
I appreciate the amicable collaboration with Ralf Peschek.
EmploymentChambers European Guide