Fieldfisher Rechtsanwälte GmbH & Co KG‘s tech and data practice advises international platforms on strategic market entry, AI-driven solutions, and DSA compliance. The team, led by Philipp Reinisch, an expert in IT/IP law and platform regulation, includes tech regulation specialist Veronika Wolfbauer.

At the forefront of Austria’s IT law landscape, DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH is an ‘exceptional’ team offering end-to-end legal support across technology, media and telecoms matters. The firm is distinguished by its ability to anticipate and shape the legal aspects of new tech developments, from GDPR and blockchain to AI, contributing to national discourse on the deployment of AI technologies and offering comprehensive expertise in outsourcing, licensing and IT litigation. It also provides cybersecurity and regulatory advice under key directives and regulations, such as NIS2 and DORA. Practice head Axel Anderl is a pioneer in IT law, focusing on cloudsourcing and NIS Directive compliance. Other key members of the team include the ‘excellent’ Nino Tlapak, a data protection expert, Alexandra Ciarnau, the key contact for AI and blockchain issues, and cybersecurity specialist Corina Kruesz.

Wolf Theiss Rechtsanwälte GmbH & Co KG has a comprehensive TMT practice covering all areas of IT law, including IP, media, data protection, and dispute resolution. The firm caters to a full range of sector players from technology to media giants, and is heavily focused on emerging regulations, advising on compliance with both the EU’s AI Act and Digital Services Act. The team is co-headed by Georg Kresbach, a specialist in the digital space who advises major internet and multimedia players, and Roland Marko, an IT-sourcing and data protection expert with a strong track record in GDPR litigation. Key support is provided by Paulina Pomorski on privacy litigation and multijurisdictional matters, Phillip Wrabetz on digital media and new technologies, and Roland Vesenmayer on media and platform law disputes.

Exclusively focused on TMT, andréewitch & partner rechtsanwalte GmbH handles complex and high-volume IT and telecom projects for a prominent client base across finance, manufacturing and media. The firm is active in cloud computing, outsourcing, e-commerce and IP/licensing, providing advice on topics such as cybersecurity, AI and the EU Data Act. The team consists of founding partner Markus Andréewitch, Wolfgang Tichy, who has exceptional prowess in large-scale outsourcing and cloud computing matters, Gerald Steiner, a data protection expert, and Norbert Amlacher, who advises across the entire field of technology law.

Advising technology clients in areas such as cloud computing, social media and search engines, Baker McKenzie Rechtsanwälte LLP & Co KG has a core strength in regulatory litigation. The firm offers a dual capacity for compliance and handling EU regulatory disputes under platform regulations, including the Digital Services Act, and maintains a key strategic focus on AI and related AI litigation. The Vienna practice is led by Lukas Feiler, who focuses on complex regulatory and civil technology litigations. Key support is provided by Beat König for data protection and AI challenges, and Alexander Hofmann for IP/IT-related disputes.

Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte) has a strong track record in technology transactions, regularly advising start-ups and international clients on venture capital investments, exits, and new business models. The team has expertise in handling cyber incidents and regulatory compliance, including GDPR, DORA and NIS1/2. Thomas Kulnigg co-heads the team, focusing on tech transactions and digitalisation, and Günther Leissler, a data protection and privacy expert. The core team is rounded out by Daniela Birnbauer, who advises on IP/IT, software and AI regulation.

With a strong practice in telecoms, tech, and e-commerce, Cerha Hempel fields an interdisciplinary team known for its expertise in developing effective solutions in complex IT and digitalisation projects. The firm has developed a proficiency in data protection, including work on AI and NIS compliance. The Vienna team consists of Hans Kristoferitsch, an attorney focused on telecoms, data privacy and e-commerce, Armin Schwabl, who focuses on regulatory and data privacy issues, and Christoph Reiter, who specialises in IT and tech transactions.

GEISTWERT is known for handling many major and complex IT and IP disputes. The firm is a go-to for major streaming services, video game developers and social media platforms. It offers advisory services on IT and data protection matters, including the drafting of complex license agreements with game publishers and negotiating key sponsoring and IT outsourcing agreements. The team, consisting of Constantin Kletzer, Juliane Messner, Max Mosing, Alexander Schnider, and Rainer Schultes, offers collective expertise in data protection, IP and IT.

Taylor Wessing enwc Rechtsanwälte GmbH boasts a strong TMT practice, with an emphasis on the gaming and gambling sectors, advising major developers on IP, licensing, consumer law and mass litigation. The firm offers counsel on complex issues at the forefront of new technologies, including reviewing AI Act and NIS 2 Directive compliance efforts, OSS licensing, and the management of cybersecurity incidents. Andreas Schütz leads the team, with deep expertise across data protection, IT outsourcing and telecoms, supported by Martin Prohaska-Marchried, an expert in IP/IT and digital innovation, including cloud computing and OSS.

Binder Grösswang fields an interdisciplinary TMT team capable of advising clients on the full range of legal matters, including cross-border disputes. The firm specialises in matters related to new technologies, digitalisation, and social media, with a particular focus on data privacy and regulatory compliance. Ivo Rungg steers the team's efforts, advising on licensing, IT contracts and AI regulation. Michael Horak is another key member of the team, focusing on trade mark, copyright, and other IP rights.

CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz Rechtsanwälte GmbH handles cross-border projects and works for noted technology and media companies. The firm stands out for its data protection work, including international data transfers and cybersecurity audits. Johannes Juranek, who, leads the practice, has deep expertise in technology, data protection, and complex GDPR litigation. The firm saw the departures of Klaus Pateter in May 2025 and Christina Maria Schwaiger in September 2025.

Dr Norbert Wiesinger, Law Offices is a telecoms sector specialist focused on solving complex regulatory issues. The firm is particularly strong in spectrum licensing, infrastructure projects and cross-border transactions, providing legal assessments for cutting-edge technology operators. The practice is spearheaded by ‘one-of-a-kind’ Norbert Wiesinger, who has advised on regulatory developments since the telecoms liberalisation of the late 1990s, covering areas such as major network installation and outsourcing projects.

Advising on IT matters, Eversheds Sutherland Rechtsanwälte GmbH has recently increased its focus on AI law and cybersecurity. The firm assists companies with NIS2 and DORA compliance and provides expertise in data privacy and digital operational resilience. Michael Röhsner has recently been promoted to head of the data privacy, security and tech team and is recognised for his technical understanding of data protection, IT and cybersecurity law.

Recognised for its expertise in fintech and new tech law, EY Law - Pelzmann Gall Größ Rechtsanwälte GmbH provides strategic counsel on highly regulated online platforms and crypto asset service providers. The firm advises on challenges linked to blockchain models, e-commerce and digital copyright, and has increasingly been handling matters related to MiCAR and DORA compliance. Department head Martin Hanzl is an expert in digital finance. The team was boosted by the October 2024 arrival of Ulrike Sehrschön from E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH, bringing experience in regulated industries, telecoms and data protection.

Knyrim Trieb Rechtsanwälte OG is a boutique specialising in data protection law. The firm offers full-service GDPR compliance advice and assists clients across sectors including pharmaceuticals, energy and automotive on matters concerning IT systems, new technologies and the implementation of EU digitalisation law. The team is led by Rainer Knyrim and Gerald Trieb, who possess an ‘exceptional depth of knowledge’ in data protection and privacy matters.

Lansky, Ganzger, Goeth & Partner Rechtsanwälte GmbH focuses on media and broadcasting law, drawing instructions from publishers, internet providers, software firms and the entertainment industry. The practice offers comprehensive support on media law issues, copyright, data protection, and related disputes, while also advising on broadcasting law, including tender offer management for radio frequencies and media law compliance. The practice is led by Gerald Ganzger, an experienced media and litigation expert.