Real Estate
Europe Guide 2024 : Austria
Band 4
Contact number
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Provided by Freshfields
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Chambers Review
The real estate department at the law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in Vienna is skilled at overseeing multi-jurisdictional property-related transactions, including advice on forward purchase agreements as well as carve-out procedures involving real estate assets. Additionally, the team assists with creating joint venture structures in relation to real estate investments and deals. Freshfields also handles disputes regarding property transactions, with further expertise in lease matters. The firm's clientele includes banks and international investment management firms, industrial and manufacturing companies as well as retail and hotel chains.
Work Highlights
- Freshfields advised UniCredit Bank Austria on the negotiation of lease agreements with two anchor tenants at its new headquarters at the Bank Austria Campus in Vienna.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Freshfields really made the deal fly. The team was very helpful and did a good job with the closing."
"Freshfields really made the deal fly. The team was very helpful and did a good job with the closing."
Notable Practitioners
Felix Neuwirther is sought after for his expertise in real estate transactions and investments as well as lease agreements across Austria. He also has notable experience in real estate carve-out mandates.
"He has great expertise and really knows his stuff - he is also very easy to work with."