Elisabeth Stichmann is at the helm DLA Piper Weiss-Tessbach Rechtsanwälte GmbH, which draws on its global network, positioning the team to handle cross-border transactions and multijurisdictional corporate projects. Stichmann specialises in global corporate reorganisations and M&A with a US-inbound investment element. Christoph Mager is also recommended for cross-border M&A matters, while Maria Doralt is a key port of call for private equity transactions. Christian Temmel focuses on public M&A and Ekaterina Larens specialises in real estate transactions.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘Ability to work 24/7, improvisation in solving cases.’
- 'DLA Piper stands out for its seamless cross-border M&A execution, which is of outstanding quality. The team is business-driven and at the cutting edge of new technologies.'
- 'Maria Doralt brings a rare combination of legal excellence, commercial acumen and unshakable client focus to the table. Her leadership in complex transactions and deep understanding of sensitive shareholder dynamics make her a standout, top advisor in the Austrian market.'
- 'DLA Piper blends legal expertise with technology and strategic consulting, offering clients not just legal advice but business-critical solutions. Its proactive legal tech solutions puts it ahead of competitors who may still rely on conventional service delivery.'
- ‘Unique level of professionalism, approach based on customer needs.’
Key clients
- Artariastraße Holdings
- BMI Austria GmbH
- BPG hramba plemenitih kovin d.d.
- FFF Real Estate II Sarl
- Figma Inc.
- Gebauer & Griller
- General Electric Company
- Haas Family
- Hexcel Corporation
- Iwt Wassertechnik GmbH
- KML Linear Motion Technology
- Los Angeles Football Club
- Marinomed
- Orex GmbH
- Österreichische Akademie der Wissenschaften
- Pfizer Inc.
- PORR AG
- Raiffeisen Bank International
- Stefan Bumerl
- Team Blue
Work highlights
Advised Gebauer & Griller on setting up a joint venture in China with a local Chinese partner.
Advised Marinomed Biotech on the sale of its Carragelose business to Unither Pharmaceuticals.
Advised Los Angeles Football Club on its strategic partnership with and investment in FC Wacker Innsbruck.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Elisabeth Stichmann
Other key lawyers
Christoph Mager; Maria Doralt; Christian Temmel; Ekaterina Larens