Banking & Finance
Global Guide 2024 : Austria
Band 4
Email address
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+43 1 537 70About
Provided by Fellner Wratzfeld & Partners
We advise major Austrian banks, international corporations and financial institutions on financing projects. Our expertise has proven its worth repeatedly, not only in connection with project and acquisition financing, but also in regard to financing company reorganisations. Our Banking & finance team has been involved in some of the most innovative and complex financing transactions. We are also able to draw upon substantial experience gained in the financing of complex consortia.
Chambers Review
Fellner Wratzfeld & Partners houses a solid banking and finance practice group, best known for its expertise in financing disputes and large restructurings. The team around Markus Fellner also assists with a plethora of real estate, acquisition and project finance transactions, often acting for domestic and international financial institutions. Additionally, the firm offers expertise in regulatory issues.
Work Highlights
- Fellner Wratzfeld & Partners advised Bertsch Energy in connection with a standstill agreement on an existing bank financing.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The lawyers have a proactive approach, think outside the box in the best interest of the client, and proactively anticipate potential issues in the future."
"FWP delivers high-quality output in minimum time."
"FWP offers optimal networking and contacts with external experts who can be consulted."
"They have strong legal expertise combined with strong negotiation and tactical skills."
"The lawyers have a proactive approach, think outside the box in the best interest of the client, and proactively anticipate potential issues in the future."
"FWP delivers high-quality output in minimum time."
"FWP offers optimal networking and contacts with external experts who can be consulted."
"They have strong legal expertise combined with strong negotiation and tactical skills."
Notable Practitioners
Markus Fellner is held in high esteem for his expertise in banking and finance affairs, advising clients on restructurings, M&A-related mandates and loan sales. He is known for his strong banking client base.
"Markus is an excellent lawyer with outstanding expertise."
"He is always delivering spot-on advice tailored to the client's needs."
"Markus is a fighter, he is the best lawyer in town when it comes to complex legal, commercial and tactical issues."
"Markus is strong in large commercial cases."
Florian Kranebitter is becoming increasingly well respected for his experience in financings and refinancings. He also has expertise in restructurings and works for both banks and corporates.
"He identifies potential problems independently and often before we as customers have identified the issues."
"Florian is an experienced, dedicated lawyer who always responds promptly to questions and drives the transactions forward."
"He is pleasant to cooperate with and has a good project overview."
"Florian is my favourite lawyer since I know I have somebody with me who is actively supporting our strategy and thinks for us all the way along."
Ranked Lawyers at
Fellner Wratzfeld & Partners
Austria
Members
Provided by Fellner Wratzfeld & Partners
Elisabeth Fischer-Schwarz
Florian Henöckl
Florian Kranebitter
Gregor Schett
Head of Department
Head of Department
Paul Luiki
Sandra Kolarik
Stefan Adametz
Veronika Seronova
Clients
Provided by Fellner Wratzfeld & Partners
BAWAG P.S.K.
Financial Service Providers
Grandcasino Baden AG
Hypo NOE Landesbank
Raiffeisenlandesbank Niederösterreich-Wien AG
UniCredit Bank Austria AG
VTB Bank (Europe) SE
Industries
Provided by Fellner Wratzfeld & Partners
Automobiles & Parts
Banks
Chemicals
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
Energy
Financial Services
Food & Drink Producers
Government
Health Care
Industrial Engineering
Insurance
Media
Mining & Metals
National and International Bank and Credit Institutions
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Private Clients / Individuals
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications
Utilities