‘Axel Anderl and his team, Andreas Seling, Ida Woltran and Alexandra Ciarnau are distinguished by their rapid response times. Urgent matters are prioritised, and responses are provided quickly, clearly, and understandably. Their expertise in this field is exceptional; a major advantage for us is Axel’s outstanding experience withim the art market, artists and the museum world.’

‘DORDA’s IT/IP team is unique for combining top-tier legal expertise with true business sense. They don’t just solve problems, they anticipate them, guiding clients through digital transformation, data protection, cybersecurity, and IP challenges with clarity and precision.’

‘Axel Anderl is a star who’s well-known in the European market – this is why I engaged him years ago. Whenever you work with him, it is a signal to your competitors: I do have a strong position and partner, and we are taking things seriously. Axel has never disappointed me over the years. To the contrary, he is still motivated and on fire like the first time we worked together.’

‘What distinguishes Gassauer-Fleissner’s practice is their rare combination of deep technical expertise and exceptional accessibility. Having collaborated with them across multiple high-stakes pharmaceutical patent disputes over several years, I’ve observed a team that operates with both scientific legal expertise and practical efficiency that sets them apart in the market.’

‚The ones I want to particularly mention are Dominik Göbel and Manuel Wegrostek. Both have an exceptional understanding of the legal aspects relevant to the pharma sector that goes beyond surface level. Their knowledge of patent law, as well as regulatory and procedural aspects, is outstanding.‘

‚Gassauer-Fleissner stands out through its exceptional engagement, deep expertise, and long-standing experience in intellectual property matters. The team combines technical precision with a pragmatic understanding of clients’ commercial needs. In my view, their strengths play out particularly in the pharmaceutical field, where their knowledge and strategic insight are outstanding.‘

‘Working with GEISTWERT is like having a legal dream team on speed dial. We’ve partnered with them on everything from trade mark strategy to complex IT and data protection challenges and every time, they’ve delivered with brilliance, speed, and a whole lot of heart. Their team doesn’t just do law, they live and breathe IP, tech and data.’

‘We especially want to shout out the phenomenal partners who’ve had our back: Max Mosing, a legal brainiac with a pragmatic edge. Juliane Messner, the transactional mastermind. Her experience in IT-based deals is unmatched, and her ability to simplify the complex is a superpower. Constantin Kletzer, a stellar IP litigator with a creative spark. He’s the guy you want when things get tricky, and he always finds a way through. Alexander Schnider, our go-to for IP in the gaming and digital space. Sharp, strategic, and always ahead of the curve. Rainer Schultes, the patent litigation pro. Calm under pressure, razor sharp in court and a true team player.’

‘I work with Constantin Kletzer, who is the perfect strategist for complex IP-related transactions and litigation.’

‚Based on my experience of working with Schoenherr’s intellectual property team, they stand out for their deep expertise in trade mark and design law. What makes the practice unique is its combination of academic-level precision with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach that works well for our international clients.‘

‚Compared to other firms in Austria, Schönherr’s IP team is exceptionally strong in managing complex litigation. Potential clients should know that they can expect responsiveness, clarity of advice and a commercial perspective that goes beyond purely legal considerations.‘

‚Christian Schumacher has an encyclopaedic knowledge of Austrian and EU trade mark law and knows how to apply it in an efficient and understandable way. He is very responsive and delivers well ahead of deadlines. From my perspective, what sets Christian apart from competitors is his ability to communicate complex issues in a clear, structured and practical manner.‘

‚Compared with other firms, what really differentiates them is their cross-border capability. Given Wolf Theiss’ strong footprint across Central and Eastern Europe, the IP team can seamlessly coordinate multi-jurisdictional matters, ensuring consistency and efficiency across different markets. This is a significant advantage for clients who operate internationally.‘

‚The team’s strengths lie in their ability to handle complex contentious and non-contentious IP matters with equal skill. They are particularly strong in areas such as trade mark enforcement, brand protection strategies and IP-driven transactions.‘

‚Philip Wrabetz brings outstanding attention to detail, thorough preparation and creative problem-solving. They are also highly responsive, which clients greatly value in fast-moving IP disputes.‘

‚They always have an answer for every legal problem. They always offer you a variety of legal options to solve your problems, but in every case they recommend the best option.‘

‘Michael Horak has a very precise way of working, and he does it very quickly. He is always covering every potential legal risk, which is impressive and gives you a comfortable feeling as a client.’

‘The team’s work reaches the highest professional standards. They are very responsive, provide useful advice and really help our business in making the best decisions. They always develop innovative solutions to handle matters efficiently, e.g., trademark and domain watch services with a very handy solution that allows us to identify relevant conflicts and take appropriate measures quickly without investing our own time.’

‚Always up to date and diligent!‘

‘Martin Prohaska-Marchried is a very responsive expert in the IP practice. He offers tailor-made solutions.’

‘A very efficient and approachable firm with considerable experience and expertise. The firm has been very innovative with AI tools relating to patent searches and claim comparisons.’

‘Hannes Burger is a well-travelled and influential attorney who is highly respected internationally. I have always found him to be a pleasure to work with.’

‘The firm has a very strong team covering Germany as well as Austria, and with a very international focus to its practice. It is also notable for its dedication to doing its utmost for its clients, knowing their businesses through and through, and exceptional client care.’

‘I value the personal service and collaboration. It is easy to work with them, they know exactly what we need.’

‚What makes this practice unique is its combination of deep legal expertise and a highly practical, business-oriented approach.‘

‚Their guidance is always pragmatic and business-oriented. They have impressed us with outstanding attention to detail, technical expertise, and the ability to handle complex matters independently while keeping us informed throughout the process.‘

‘The team demonstrates an exceptional depth of knowledge and a seamless collaborative approach. Swift in responding to our needs. This refers in particular to Alina Alavi Kia.’

‘Alina Alavi Kia combines sharp legal expertise with an exceptionally practical mindset. Always approachable and solution-oriented, she provides timely, precise guidance that inspires great confidence in high-stakes IP matters.’

‘Cerha Hempel’s IP team combines strong expertise in intellectual property protection with excellent drafting skills, including contracts for foundations and other specialised entities. They stand out for their ability to deliver precise, practical solutions and to anticipate risks with forward-looking strategies.’

‘Barbara Kuchar has an astonishing worldwide network and has seen it all.’

‘The intellectual property practice of KWR stands out for exceptional expertise, strategic insight, and a client-focused approach. The team combines deep legal knowledge with business understanding, offering tailored solutions that protect and maximise the value of clients’ IP assets.’

‘Barbara Kuchar stands out for her exceptional professionalism, deep expertise, and unwavering dedication to clients. She is highly responsive, approachable and always focused on achieving the best outcome, making complex matters clear and manageable. Working with Barbara is not only effective but a true pleasure, as she consistently delivers excellence and goes above and beyond expectations.’

‘Our firm has collaborated with the team on many trade mark matters in Italy for many years. Based on our experience, the team has deep industry knowledge and the ability to deploy that expertise in many jurisdictions while being sensitive to business realities. The team also provides specific, clear, and prompt instructions on the activities to be carried out.’

‚In our experience, David Plasser stands out for his profound expertise and ability to consistently provide accurate strategic instructions and advice.‘

‘The firm’s strength is the unique IP team, probably one of the most competent in Austria.’

‘Martin Reinisch has proved to be an excellent litigator. He has shown a fantastic strategic talent in approaching a complex infringement matter, solving the case in the most favourable way for the client.’

‘My primary contact at the firm is Martin Reinisch, though I know he works within a very strong, knowledgeable, and experienced group of lawyers. The firm is by far the best firm of Austrian attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with, in terms of their capabilities, efficiency, client care, and generally all-round great service.’

‚This practice combines legal expertise with a very personal approach. The team is known for being pragmatic, responsive and focused on results rather than formality.‘

‚Helmut Liebel is valued for building long-term client relationships and combining deep expertise with a very approachable style.’

‚Helmut Liebel is outstanding! His expertise in IP law is impressive and his technical understanding is exceptional. Every consultation is very clear and to the point. Complex issues are explained simply, effective solutions are developed and implemented to my complete satisfaction. I feel well cared for. Helmut is highly recommended.‘

‘GRAF ISOLA is a very professional firm. The people here are on point and have a good understanding of technology. They are perfect to work with.’

‘Claudia Csáky is an outstanding IP procurement lawyer.’

‚Claudia Csáky’s practice stands out for its exceptional professionalism, responsiveness and deep legal expertise. The team combines first-class technical knowledge with a pragmatic, client-focused approach, ensuring that even complex matters are handled efficiently and explained in a clear, accessible way.‘

‚The team truly focused on our needs as a client and did not attempt to oversell or overdeliver unnecessarily. They took the time to fully understand our requirements, and after leaving a very positive first impression, provided services that were perfectly aligned with our company’s size and our original ideas.‘

‚Our main contact was Irmgard Nemec-Stadtmann. Had I known her earlier, I would have gladly collaborated with her over the past years. I can wholeheartedly recommend her to any company. She is highly professional, possesses both deep and broad expertise, and is truly outstanding in her field.‘

‘We worked a lot with Irmgard Nemec-Stadtmann and she totally understood our problem from the beginning. She was very structured, clear in her communication, and always focused on practical, business-oriented solutions. Her legal expertise, especially in complex transactional matters, combined with her calm and solution-driven personality, made her an outstanding partner throughout the entire project.’

‘A very responsive, flexible and knowledgeable team that provides first-class advice that works in practice and gives a client ready-to-use legal advice. The team is eager to learn about the client’s business model to adapt the legal advice to its needs.’

‘Primarily, I am working with Rudolf Pendl, who is a long-term legal practitioner and a specialist in IP law. In our 20+ years of cooperation, he has never failed to give outstanding advice.’

‘The PENDL MAIR team is cohesive and goal-oriented, always motivated and maintaining a cordial and professional atmosphere.’

‘I believe the real strength of DLA Piper lies in its individual lawyers and their reputations. While the firm is large and international, our experience showed that what truly matters is the quality, dedication, and collaboration of the lawyers and their teams. In our case, this combination set them apart from other big firms we had worked with before.’

‘Working with Veronika Appl has been an outstanding experience. She not only prepared us thoroughly for every hearing but also took the time to truly understand even the most technical details of our case. Her commitment and personal dedication went far beyond what we had experienced with other lawyers.’

‘Veronika Appl and her team stand out for their deep sector expertise, pragmatic legal advice, and exceptional responsiveness. What makes this practice unique is its ability to combine high-level legal precision with a strong understanding of the commercial realities clients face, particularly in the DACH region.’

‘I felt truly supported by Gerald Ganzger and his team. They’re not only among Austria’s top specialists in their field, but also remarkably adaptable and attentive to individual requirements. It never feels like I’m receiving a one-size-fits-all service.’

‘Gerald Ganzger is exceptionally knowledgeable, while also being deeply empathetic. He truly listened to me to understand my situation and concerns. I was especially impressed by the team’s diversity and how each member contributes their own specialised expertise.’

‚The team covers all important areas: employment law, trade mark protection, trade mark rights, and personnel matters. The team works very quickly and efficiently.‘