‘Magdalena Brandstetter is committed and has superb underwriting and managerial knowledge, alongside the professionalism of her legal advice itself.’

‘Stefan Artner has outstanding knowledge and availability; he is always solution-driven and pragmatic.’

‘Pragmatic, solution-oriented advice, taking into account the economics of the transaction; professional and cooperative approach.’

‘DSC covers the full range of real estate law matters at a supreme level. They handle everyday legal work in the same professional manner as high profile transactions. DSC’s opinions on legal matters are taken very seriously in the real estate community, which is very beneficial for their clients.’

‘We are involved in many of the larger real estate transactions in Austria and therefore come across most of the large law firms in Austria. Based on this experience, we use the services of DSC for our own purposes, since we believe they deliver excellent and practical, useful advice.’

‘We work primarily with Wilfried Seist, who is one of the preeminent real estate attorneys in Austria. Since he knows our business really well, we can immediately come to the point without having to give long explanations on the background of our questions. Wilfried’s knowledge goes far beyond pure real estate law, which enables him to give quick and precise answers to complex questions.’

‘Michael Lagler, together with his team, solved highly complex issues in a very professional manner. His advice is always extremely to the point. His negotiation skills are outstanding. Michael is an excellent real estate lawyer who actively suggests and implements solutions. His team is one of the best on the market, very focused and always available.’

‘Michael Lagler is well connected within the industry, has outstanding knowhow and a target and solution-orientated approach and availability. Similar for Clemens Rainer.’

‘The real estate practice group is a team of highly specialised experts who provide excellent advice in all areas and along the entire real estate value chain. The team is characterised by a sound legal approach coupled with an understanding of the economic context.’

‘The Vavrovsky Heine Marth team is highly professional, well trained and has a good reputation in the market. It is a big advantage to instruct them on transactions.’

‘Christian Marth is one of the leading real estate lawyers in Austria and covers a number of areas of focus. Daniel Gebauer is also a very well qualified lawyer and rounds the team out well. He is always available to provide the required advice.’

‘Lisa Haslinger is very focused and efficient and has in-depth knowledge of real estate law. In addition she stands out for being solution-oriented and pragmatic.’

‘We are highly satisfied with the outstanding work from Wolf Theiss. Their deep knowledge in the hotel and leisure sector, especially through Erik Steger and Stefan Horn, truly sets them apart. At Wolf Theiss, you are treated with genuine care and attention. Their strong team collaboration allows them to manage complex tasks efficiently and thoroughly.’

‘Stefan Horn’s expertise in Austria’s real estate law, especially in the hotel and leisure industry, is unmatched. He combines exceptional communication and negotiation skills with a sharp focus on achieving the best outcomes for his clients. What stands out most about Stefan is his ability to identify the hidden risks and explain complex matters in a straightforward way. He is one of the most exceptional lawyers I’ve had the pleasure of working with across Europe.’

‘Stefan Horn and his team are the perfect match for hotels and businesses in the leisure industry. His dedication to his clients’ success and his professionalism are unmatched. Never have I met a lawyer who is so willing to give the utmost for his clients.’

‘CH covers the full range of real estate law matters at a very high level. They handle legal work in a very professional manner. Consequently their advice always is understandable for their clients and to the point.’

‘Mark Krenn is an exceptional lawyer. He has deep knowledge of the real estate sector and is always focused on finding the best solutions. We really value his strong negotiation skills and his practical, straightforward approach. He is always available and easy to reach, making the whole process much easier. Mark is someone we fully trust to handle our real estate matters with great care and professionalism.’

‘I have worked with Mark Krenn in real estate. He seemed more approachable, hands-on and in general “hungrier” than the competitors from larger law firms.’

‘E+H’s deep expertise in real estate law, from development projects to transactions and leasing, ensures clients are always well advised and positioned for success. Whether handling complex projects or routine issues, they consistently deliver exceptional results.’

‘Clemens Lanschützer continues to impress us with his deep legal knowledge, paired with exceptional capabilities in navigating complex transactions. He is 100% committed, anticipates challenges and delivers creative, business-focused solutions.’

‘E+H’s real estate team stand out due to their close collaboration with other practice areas within the firm, such as corporate, finance and regulatory. Their ability to seamlessly work across multiple disciplines, combined with their deep real estate expertise, makes them particularly strong in handling complex, high-stakes transactions and large-scale development projects.’

‘The team is characterised by a strong focus on service and they have a high level of specialist expertise. They regularly cope with a large workload. It’s very important for us to get clear explanations, strong professional qualifications and good availability – they offer all of this.’

‘Christoph Luegmair is a very detailed worker and has often impressed us through his experience in the real estate sector. He is very committed and manages to present creative and meaningful solutions in a short time, while coping with a large workload.’

‘They have the legal and industry expertise needed to successfully complete a challenging transaction from start to finish. I am absolutely satisfied with the service, they do an excellent job.’

‘Markus Uitz offers outstanding knowledge and availability; he is always solution-driven and pragmatic.’

‘To the point, precise, sharp advice, trusted, competent, proven history of success, highly professional, does not waste your time or money, cost effective, practical and pragmatic.’

‘Nikolaus Weselik is well known in the business. His advice is precise and timely and you can trust in him with any case at any time.’

‘Personal approach, being attentive, very trustworthy and supportive.’

‘We have received outstanding assistance and support from the team in expanding our real estate portfolio in Austria, with a complex, thoughtful, constructive approach and with consideration of not only the legal but also the economic aspects.’

‘The practice is not just a dry legal practice; they build relationships with their clients and go the extra mile to provide accurate and insightful advice and protect the interest of their clients.’

‘We highly appreciate working with Stephan Größ and his team. They are quick and precise, and they know how to complete transactions very well. Stephan also has deep market knowledge.’

‘Strong practice with a team that covers all matters of business law. Being part of the EY universe brings the practice to a new level, as lawyers, auditors and tax advisors of the same group can work on challenging issues.’

‘Stephan Größ is a good negotiator with many years in the industry. He has a perfect network and a strong client base. Julia Karl is an upcoming dealmaker who is taking on more and more complicated matters. She knows how to keep emotions down and find practical solutions.’

‘Grama Schwaighofer Vondrak provides excellent support in all legal areas I need in my daily practice. The firm has created its own AI legal tool, which is the best legal tech tool I have reviewed so far.’

‘Georg Zacherl is very responsive, knowledegable and pragmatic. I enjoy working with him in transactions because of his quick responses and great understanding of the matters at hand. Andreas Schwaighofer provides excellent legal advice, especially in court proceedings.’

‘Great atmosphere, taking care of young lawyers.’

‘The team is very dedicated, extremely professional and knowledgeable. They provide excellent quality in various fields of law relevant for our business. Good communication with us and counterparties. Most of all, very good project management.’

‘Gabriele Etzl is very experienced, knowledgeable, diligent and efficient, with a hands-on approach. She is an excellent negotiator, and provides a full legal service in all aspects of real estate law. She is goal-oriented and does not waste time on non-essential points.’

‘The team identified their areas of responsibility very well and created a transparent offer accordingly. The project was supported very professionally and competently.’

‘Jan Schifko is always customer-oriented and has excellent knowledge.’

‘100% commitment. Lawyers and deal-makers at the same time.’

‘Very quick and professional processing, high level of expertise, broad knowledge not only in the legal field but also in the economic field.’

‘Birgit Harasser is always available and takes on our matters.’

‘Birgit Harasser is always available to answer our concerns, questions and problems. She always gives important input and looks for the best solutions for us as a client. Everything is done quickly and explanations are given as to why something was done.’

‘We particularly benefited from the enormous network of partners who guaranteed that the project would run smoothly. The in-depth know-how in the area of ​​real estate law is evident. The advantages of a smaller law firm like NHK are that the partners are always involved themselves, the communication channels are therefore shorter and the time taken is correspondingly shorter.’

‘Martin Foerster’s combination of expertise, innovative thinking and client-focused approach makes him a standout lawyer. His unique qualities and dedication to his clients set him apart from competitors. In the last years, Eva Fitzka has definitely moved to the front row. Her meticulous attention to detail in contract drafting and legal procedures ensures that clients are well-protected and informed. This precision is a key differentiator in her practice.’

‘The firm is very active internationally, not so much through a formal network as through personal relationships with the international legal community. The firm hosts events such as the Weizmann Lectures and the Pitkowitz & Partners Real Estate Breakfast, which focus on current legal issues and trends. These events position the firm as a thought leader in the legal community.’

‘Martin Foerster is recognized for his innovative approach to legal challenges. He leverages technology and modern legal practices to enhance efficiency and deliver superior results for his clients. Eva Fitzka is a pleasure to work with. Eva’s ability to integrate her knowledge of landlord and tenant and insolvency law enables her to provide holistic legal solutions. This comprehensive approach ensures that clients receive thorough and practical advice.’

‘Young, professional team and partners; perfect team size to serve diverse legal advices (real estate, company law, etc.); available on short notice, if necessary.’

‘Benedikt Stockert cares about his clients, building strong relationships with them; he hosts joint events for clients, looking for synergies in clients’ business fields. He is always ready to support and find the best solution.’

‘The firm is strongly business-oriented, and has the desire to find appropriate solutions to progress. No time is lost explaining what is not possible and why. Easy explanations also are provided for non-Austrian persons to understand Austrian legal concepts and mindsets.’

‘It’s a great pleasure to work with Alexander Patsch. He is very reactive to our requests. He provides clever suggestions and is always results-oriented. He speaks different languages, which is regularly helpful to deep dive on some topics.’

‘It’s all about the people and expertise. Prompt and well-founded advice.’

‘Competent and very business-minded.’

‘The response is always quick, the technical solutions used make the cooperation efficient, diversity is not only a slogan, and actually I need not comment on their knowledge and experience of real estate law, as that is great.’

‘As a foreign company active in the real estate sector, we recommend PwC Legal Austria and especially Karl Koller, who represents our one-stop shop for any real estate matter we face in Austria, be it transactions, negations with local authorities, etc.’

‘Karl Koller combines excellent legal knowledge and very good negotiation skills. He’s always available and able to deliver thorough advice and practical solutions quickly.’

‘The information flow between them works perfectly. Always reachable and answers within the shortest possible time.’

‘Schima Mayer Starlinger is special for me because I need quick, reliable and competent implementation. This is guaranteed with this firm. The collaboration has now been going on for more than 10 years and there hasn’t been a single bad experience so far.’

‘Markus Dax is outstanding in his performance. Quick and precise, in combination with excellent output. We are very satisfied with his supportive nature, including the explanation of steps necessary to reach our goal.’

‘Markus Dax and Anna Woschitz are real estate experts.’

‘Hands-on, solution-orientated dealmakers.’

‘Experience and motivation combined. Very high level of expertise in real estate law.’

‘Solution oriented, competent in real estate matters.’

‘Weinrauch Rechtsanwälte has experience in all fields of the real estate business and related areas. They have extensive expertise regarding all parts of the Austrian renting law, condominium law and cooperative housing law. They work in a structured and solution-oriented manner and have a great ability to cope with pressure and short deadlines.’

‘Quick accessibility, coverage of a wide range of matters, friendly and competent, solution-oriented even in unusual cases.’

‘The client is shown a lot of appreciation, a high level of specialist knowledge, and a satisfactory solution is always found.’