Cerha Hempel leverages expertise across a range of regulated industries, including healthcare, education and energy. Under the leadership of Hans Kristoferitsch and Stefan Huber, the team is particularly well-versed in public law litigation, both domestically and at an EU level. Kristoferitsch is a key contact for state aid and data protection matters, while Huber specialises in higher education and environmental law. Armin Schwabl routinely handles regulatory issues affecting the food, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and tobacco sectors.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team delivers excellent quality.’
- ‘Stefan Huber has impressive experience in public law. He has an exceptional ability to focus on the details while keeping the overall picture in mind.’
- ‘Big firm with experts in all sectors. Nice office, good availability.’
- 'Their public law key contacts, including Hans Kristoferitsch and Stefan Huber, are all outstanding. Whenever there is need for advice, no matter whom we call, they will deliver it brilliantly.'
- 'What sets them apart is their ability to combine deep legal expertise with a highly pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach. They consistently deliver clear, actionable advice, even on complex or high-stakes matters, and always understand the business context behind the legal issues. Moreover, they work seamlessly with other teams within the firm.'
- 'Hans Kristoferitsch is a highly skilled legal strategist with deep expertise. He is very well-connected with peers and politics.'
Key clients
- SES Spar European Shopping Centers
- Republic of Austria
- RHI Magnesita
- Austrian Students’ Union
- Bloch3
- HPE
- Lenzing AG
- ASFINAG
- Austrian Power Grid AG
- Vienna International Airport
- SPAR
- Danube Private University
Work highlights
Represented SPAR in the lodging of three complaints before the European Commission against the Hungarian retail tax.
Acted in a public procurement procedure in connection with legal advice on the federal government's environmental support schemes.
Represented the Republic of Austria in several state aid proceedings before both the European Commission and the European Courts.
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Practice head
Hans Kristoferitsch; Stefan Huber
Other key lawyers
Armin Schwabl