Dispute Resolution
Europe Guide 2024 : Austria
Band 3
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+43 1 404 43 0About
Provided by CMS
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz has many years of experience in conducting complex litigation for companies from the widest variety of industries, both in Austria and SEE.
The main fields of practice of our specialists include, inter alia:
- Advising and representing clients in court and public administrative proceedings
- Advising and representing clients in domestic and international arbitration proceedings, including enforcement of and challenges to arbitral awards
- Advising clients on alternative dispute resolution methods, including the setting up of "dispute boards", as well as mediation
Members of our dispute resolution team have been and are currently active as arbitrators in disputes under a variety of arbitration rules as well as on an ad hoc basis. Our litigation practice covers a broad spectrum of domestic and international fields of company and commercial law, in a number of languages, particularly including German, English, Russian and French, including disputes in which a sovereign state is a party.
Chambers Review
CMS is noted for both its corporate litigation and arbitration practices, covering both domestic and international cases. The team's expertise includes contentious construction and insurance matters as well as damages claims and liability cases. The law firm has further experience in post-M&A, shareholder and energy disputes. Clients stem from a range of areas including energy, travel and financial services.
Work Highlights
- CMS represented STRABAG AG in an arbitration relating to the termination of a construction contract in Bosnia.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"CMS holds a valuable network of highly proficient lawyers across the globe."
"CMS holds a valuable network of highly proficient lawyers across the globe."
Notable Practitioners
Johannes Reich-Rohrwig is best known for his expertise in corporate litigation, including shareholder disputes, and liability claims.
"Johannes is an excellent litigator with a thorough understanding of commercial matters."
Daniela Karollus-Bruner operates a well-established litigation practice, advising clients on a range of complex disputes including construction and payment-related conflicts, as well as damages claims.
"Daniela is excellent, she is a tough cookie."
"In litigation, it was a joy to see her cross-examine."
"She has amazing negotiation skills."
Ranked Lawyers at
CMS
Austria
Clients
Provided by CMS
Atrium
Austrian Airlines
Burgtheater GmbH
EVN
Industries
Provided by CMS
Aerospace & Defence
Charities / Not for Profit
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Education
Energy
Food & Drink Producers
Government
Industrial Engineering
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
TelecommunicationsTechnology, Hardware & Electronics
Travel & Leisure
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