Binder Grösswang's depth of talent keeps it performing at the top level. Senior partner Michael Binder is rated highly for his regulatory work, Tibor Fabian is known for property finance and Emanuel Welten is one of the field's most promising talents. "He's a rising star," says one competitor. "He's good at structured finance and is on top of market conditions."

Client feedback is good with one giving the following reference: "Perfect customer orientation, always on stand-by seven days a week, excellent personal integrity, highly professional in all areas, and they anticipate our needs and business."

 

IFLR 1000, Edition 2011, on Mergers & Acquisitions

Clients say Binder Grösswang is pragmatic, efficient, and down-to-earth. Competitors simply say it has good lawyers. Michael Kutschera is described as "clearly the M&A guy here" by a peer who also says Thomas Schirmer is the firm's rainmaker.

 

Legal 500, Edition 2010, on Banking & Finance

Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte’s banking and finance team is a force to be reckoned with, led by the eminent Stefan Tiefenthaler and Michael Binder, and featuring Emanuel Welten. Clients say that ‘based on the ability of the team and its dedication, it definitely ranks among some of the elite firms in this practice area’.

 

Legal 500, Edition 2010, on Capital Markets

Florian Khol and Michael Binder are rated for equity expertise, while Tibor Fabian is strong on derivatives and the debt side. ‘The level of service is very good as regards quality, timeliness and business and industry knowledge’ say clients.

 

Legal 500, Edition 2010, on Central and Eastern Europe

‘We believe that Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte is one of the best law firms that we have ever worked with, in Austria and beyond’, say clients.

 

Legal 500, Edition 2010, on Corporate and M&A

Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte’s corporate department is increasingly strong, and attracts some enviable clients, including a number of sovereign wealth funds. Clients say the firm provides an ‘intelligent, balanced, excellent level of service’, with Michael Kutschera, Thomas Schirmer and Florian Khol all rated.

 

Legal 500, Edition 2010, on Dispute Resolution

Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte is the go-to firm for clients in the financial sector, and the group, led by Christian Klausegger and Michael Kutschera, handles a significant amount of banking-related disputes. Clients say the firm is ‘of the highest professional standards. The level of service is first class in all respects’.

 

Legal 500, Edition 2010, on Employment

Binder Grösswang Rechtsanwälte’s employment team provides advice for some big names in Austria, such as Starbucks and Estée Lauder Cosmetics. ‘excellent, very professional team’.

 

Legal 500, Edition 2010, on Tax

Sovereign wealth funds have featured much more prominently in the firm’s client base in 2009. The team is ‘experienced, responsive, and one of the best around for international tax work’ say clients.

 

Chambers Europe 2010 on Employment

International focus, coupled with the firm’s cross-border expertise, has earned the department a wide range of global clients. They describe the team as “quick to provide answers, with clear risk analysis and practical advice.” Horst Lukanec is praised for his “proactive approach and ability to foresee problems before they arise.” Junior partner Angelika Pallwein-Prettner has an international background and a “very creative and precise approach to problem solving.”

 

Chambers Europe 2010 on General Business Law Expertise - South Eastern Europe 

Described as “real experts in corporate M&A,” the lawyers have attracted an international client base. Clients champion the firm’s “solution-oriented and practical approach to problem solving.” Thomas Schirmer remains a key figure at the firm and is described as “hard-working, collaborative and completely devoted to the case.” Florian Khol is also recognised by sources for his “profound legal knowledge and presence in the region.”

 

Chambers Europe 2010 on IP

Binder Grösswang is described by peers as having a “well-respected practice and broad experience.” Leading the department is Ivo Rungg, a specialist in unfair competition and trade marks. He is described by peers as “an excellent lawyer; when it comes to a practical solution you can count on him.”

 

Chambers Europe 2010 on Real Estate

Austrian powerhouse Binder Grösswang has remained a key player in the real estate market. The firm is seen to be developing its real estate practice, which is described by peers as “simply excellent.” Tibor Fabian is a major player at the firm who is renowned for his “strength in the banking and financing aspects of real estate.”  

 

Chambers Europe 2010 on Tax

Andreas Hable was a key figure in ensuring the success of the deal and has recently focused on developing beneficial tax structures for Middle Eastern clients. He is respected by peers for his “excellence in international taxation.” Christian Wimpissinger is also “well known on the market.”  

 

Chambers Europe 2010 on TMT

This Austrian outfit has earned a solid reputation in both the telecoms and IT markets.  Commentators remark that the firm remains “strong and present in both areas.” Standout practitioner Christian Klausegger has significant experience in both the IT and telecoms fields. Sources note that he “has one of the strongest technical backgrounds and the legal competence to excel in complex issues.” Klausegger is particularly sought after for his courtroom experience.

 

Chambers Europe 2010 on Competition

Binder Grösswang’s competition practice has had a very successful year. Seen as having an exemplary contentious practice, the group has an “efficient and down-to-earth approach. It doesn't overcomplicate matters and always gives clear answers.” Raoul Hoffer is head of the competition department and a very visible figure in private enforcement. Clients highlight his meticulous analytical approach, and his “strong yet eloquent court presence.” Partner Johannes Barbist is based in Innsbruck and is seen as having a real strength in litigation, acting on many key cases.

 

Chambers Global 2010 on Banking & Finance (=Chambers Europe)

“One of the top finance teams in Austria.”

Michael Binder …a “superb senior adviser with a great strategic overview of things.” Leading transactional lawyer Stefan Tiefenthaler has a varied practice that covers real estate and acquisition finance, as well as syndicated lending and structured finance. Tibor Fabian's … has “tremendous experience in the industry” through his banker’s background.

 

 Chambers Global 2010 on Corporate/M&A (=Chambers Europe)

“Binder is a fine firm and is always up to the job on big transactions.” “Lawyers are deal makers and drive us towards the goal without getting stuck on unimportant details.”

The strength of this practice is based on the quality of its work on significant deals, as well as the high standard of service it provides to clients.

Thomas Schirmer has a wide-ranging private equity and M&A practice. Clients rate him highly: “He has a great economic understanding and is a very effective communicator, as well as being available, responsive and a pleasure to work with.” Michael Kutschera …is “an outstanding lawyer – pragmatic, experienced and always focused on getting the deal through.”

 

 Chambers Global 2010 on Dispute Resolution (=Chambers Europe)

This firm is known in the market for its strategic understanding and analysis of complex disputes and ability to utilise its experience and knowledge to bring about successful outcomes for clients.

Christian Klausegger is the firm’s top litigator and more broadly a leading player in the market. “He provides practical advice which marries the legal and business aspects of a case.” The firm’s arbitration practice also garners much praise. Arbitration expert Michael Kutschera … “is diplomatic and can bring parties together by looking out for the most balanced position," say sources.