Public Law: General
Europe Guide 2024 : Austria
Band 2
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Provided by DORDA
DORDA is a reliable partner in all public law-related matters, including construction, commerce, the environment and energy. We represent clients in proceedings before national and international/EU administrative authorities and courts. In procurement law, we advise bidders and public-sector clients. Cooperation starts where the procedure ends: clarity for all parties is as important to us as a lawful procurement procedure.
- Appeals and individual applications to the Constitutional Court
- Complaints and appeals on points of law to the administrative courts and the Federal Administrative Court
- Representation in proceedings before the EU institutions
- Expert witness services for government institutions, firms and private individuals
- Preparation of and expert opinions on draft laws and regulations
- Establishing and maintaining contacts with the authorities
- Business licences, building permits and operating licences
- Support for clients and bidders in procurement procedures
- Waste management, water rights and environmental impact assessments
- Energy legislation, emergency planning and expansion of renewable energy resources
- Medicinal product and social security law
- “Red-White-Red Card (plus)” residence permit for key workers
- Residence permits for self-employed persons, special managers, seconded employees, researchers, rotated staff, pupils and students
Chambers Review
DORDA is well established in the Austrian market, often assisting on a variety of public law mandates. The team has been particularly active on COVID-19-related mandates including the constitutionality of restrictions and measures. Other areas of expertise are gambling, energy and pharmaceutical regulations, with further strength in labelling and product liability mandates. FDI and sanctions regimes, regulatory aspects of medical devices and holiday rental restrictions are also handled by the firm, as are M&A transactions requiring in-depth regulatory expertise. DORDA complements its robust offering with its prowess in handling administrative proceedings in front of the Federal Administrative Court concerning unfair competition, investment and environmental disputes. Prominent players from the healthcare, pharmaceutical and financial sectors as well as public entities belong to DORDA's roster of well-known clients.
Work Highlights
- DORDA advised G4S on the implementation of a new public procurement compliance system in relation to 'self-cleansing'.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DORDA has outstanding individuals who can cover all of the topics and have a high level of business acumen. They understand the sector and market environment so can give their input into what happens in a wider area."
"DORDA have the ability to show us clear solutions and to argue for them even with questions for which there is no case law or literature."
"The team offers brilliant legal and strategic thinking as well as a pragmatic approach that is to the point."
"The team provided very quick and competent replies, were extremely supportive on complex and urgent topics, and were very outcome-oriented."
"DORDA bring a holistic approach to technical, commercial and legal matters."
"DORDA has outstanding individuals who can cover all of the topics and have a high level of business acumen. They understand the sector and market environment so can give their input into what happens in a wider area."
"DORDA have the ability to show us clear solutions and to argue for them even with questions for which there is no case law or literature."
"The team offers brilliant legal and strategic thinking as well as a pragmatic approach that is to the point."
"The team provided very quick and competent replies, were extremely supportive on complex and urgent topics, and were very outcome-oriented."
"DORDA bring a holistic approach to technical, commercial and legal matters."
Notable Practitioners
Bernhard Müller is well placed to advise on a variety of public law mandates ranging from gambling regulations to FDI and COVID-19 restrictions. He also assists with procurement procedures and review proceedings.
"Bernhard Müller is a brilliant thinker who provides very profound legal knowledge, and this builds up into a commercial and goal-oriented legal strategy."
"Bernhard Müller is our first choice and contact person for complex questions."
"His collaboration is much appreciated."
Tatjana Katalan is a new addition to the rankings this year. She provides advice to clients in the renewable energy sector and is also well placed to assist with planning mandates. She joined DORDA in October 2024.
"We value her extensive experience in the field, her excellent expertise and her negotiation skills."
"She is usually quite fast, reachable, knows the renewable and local sector well, and is always up to date."
"Tatjana Katalan works until she is satisfied with the work. Her strengths are her quick comprehension and the ability to sort through the problems and be very solution-oriented."