Competition/European Law

Raoul Hoffer maintains his position as one of the leading experts in competition law in Austria on the back of a strong work portfolio that includes phase II merger clearances and high-profile follow-on damages actions for both plaintiffs and defendants. In addition, he has experience advising clients on issues of state aid. He also has a growing reputation in the overlap between competition law and sustainability.

"He had very creative ideas that we could use to convince the authorities."

"Raoul Hoffer is a top antitrust lawyer."

"He gave us excellent advice and representation at the highest level."

"His advice led to an exceptionally good result."

"Raoul Hoffer is diligent and responsive. He really strives for a solution."

Moving up in the rankings this year, Christine Dietz has a strong focus on assisting clients with obtaining clearance for proposed mergers from the Austrian competition authorities, including advising on phase II investigations. She acts on the Austrian filing of both domestic and multinational transactions.

"Christine Dietz offers a brilliant combination between being smart but being able to adapt to the client's needs."

"She is top notch in the competition aspects of M&A."

Isabelle Innerhofer is particularly active in damages actions arising following cartel investigations and has experience representing both claimants and defendants. She also acts on merger clearance mandates and allegations of abuse of dominance. She has further experience in the competition compliance aspects of distribution agreements.

"Isabelle Innerhofer is able to solve complex issues while being always extremely responsive and punctual with her advice."

"She is very pragmatic and user-friendly, quick to react and someone who comes up with solutions."

"She is willing to give pragmatic advice and gives recommendations."