Cerha Hempel fields an extensive team of corporate and commercial specialists and with offices across the CEE region, the practice is well-placed to advise on the full spectrum of matters, from M&A deals to private equity investments. Clemens Hasenauer, Albert Birkner and Johannes Aehrenthal spearhead the practice. Birkner is well-regarded for his work in the structuring and implementation of corporate transactions, as well as trust structures within M&A transactions. Hasenauer leads the corporate transactions team and routinely advises on M&A and public takeover transactions. Aehrenthal heads up the corporate and commercial practice and oversees corporate law mandates and reorganisations. Thomas Trettnak is a key contact for venture capital and private equity matters. Lorenz Pracht and Nadine Leitner handle cross-border M&A deals.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team at CERHA has experienced all kinds of M&A procedures. There is apparently no question they have not already solved in another M&A process years or months ago. You can always rely on this team.'
- 'They have much knowledge about the industry and work in a highly efficient manner.'
- 'The team stands out because of its ability to navigate challenging transactional issues highly efficiently.'
- 'Clemens Hasenauer is unbeatable when it comes to corporate/M&A matters. He finds the best solutions for the most complex issues due to his ability to take out complexity and apply his great communication skills.'
- 'Cerha Hempel has one of the best and well-known M&A teams in Austria. They truly stand out because of their utmost responsiveness and industry knowledge.'
- 'What sets Cerha Hempel apart is its ability to offer seamless cross-border collaboration when leading large international transactions out of Vienna as transaction counsel.'
Key clients
- OMV AG
- RHI Magnesita
- XXXLutz KG
- Agri Europe Cyprus Limited
- AT&S Austria Technologie & Systemtechnik Aktiengesellschaft
- Mölnlycke Health Care AB
- Tennant Company
- Align Technology Inc.
- STRABAG SE
- Frequentis AG
- Infrareal Holding GmbH & Co KG
- OMNES Capital Group
Work highlights
Advised OMV in connection with the establishment of a $60bn global polyolefins group.
Advised Agri Europe Cyprus Limited in connection with the intended acquisition of shares of Addiko Bank AG.
Advised XXXLutz in connection with the acquisition of the Porta Group.
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Practice head
Clemens Hasenauer; Albert Birkner; Johannes Aehrenthal
Other key lawyers
Thomas Trettnak; Lorenz Pracht; Nadine Leitner; Christoph Reiter; Michael-Felix Schwarz