DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH leverages strong capabilities across public law matters, from commercial law and regulatory issues, notably within the environmental sector, as well as public procurement and social infrastructure matters. Tatjana Katalan heads up the team and specialises in environmental and technical mandates, she is particularly adept at advising on renewable energy projects. Co-head Philipp Pallitsch joined the firm in January 2025 and is highly knowledgeable of construction and regional planning law. Former practice head Bernhard Müller left the firm in 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team works very efficiently and delivers very professional work.'
- 'We get easily comprehensible legal advice within a short period of time.'
- ‘Philipp Pallitsch stands out with his professional and competent legal services.’
- ‘The team has a very high knowledge in the sector of building and planning, the network is exceptionally good. ’
- ‘Tatjana Katalan is an outstanding lawyer with a high level of expertise.’
Key clients
- VAMED-KMB Krankenhausmanagement undBetriebsführungsges.m.b.H.
- Wiener Gesundheitsverbund
- Holding Graz - Kommunale Dienstleistungen GmbH
- Pharmacy Scheifling
- Velden am Wörthersee
- Zotter Holding GmbH YesWindheimat GmbH
- Im Wind Operations GmbH YesKELAG – Kärntner Elektrizitäts-Aktiengesellschaft
- City of Klagenfurt
- Flossbach von Storch SE
- WIGEBA Wiener Gemeindewohnungs Baugesellschaft m.b.H.
Work highlights
Assisted the town of Velden am Wörthersee with various legal matters and supported it regarding legal project management.
Provided advice to Holding Graz on infrastructure projects in the City of Graz.
Represented the City of Klagenfurt in appeal proceedings concerning the question of whether an environmental impact assessment was required in connection with the construction of a planned sports and leisure swimming facility for elite athletes.
Practice head
Tatjana Katalan; Philipp Pallitsch