DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH‘s data protection lawyers are frequently appointed data protection officers by their clients, helping them to maintain compliance with a raft of Austrian and European legislation, including the likes of GDPR, NIS2 and DORA, while also marshalling defences for clients accused by the DPA of not handling data correctly. Axel Anderl is particularly well versed in assisting clients with the data protection aspects of IT out- and cloudsourcing matters, also providing expertise on broader cyber-security matters, including NIS2 requirements. Anderl heads the team alongside Nino Tlapak, who is frequently consulted by finance and pharmaceutical clients. Alexandra Ciarnau, who was made counsel in February 2025, covers the data issues that arise in relation to IT and digitalisation projects.
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- 'The team is very easy to reach. I usually get an answer to my legal question immediately during the phone call; if not, the answer is provided very quickly afterward. The advice is provided in a very pragmatic and efficient manner.'
- 'We mainly work together with Corina Kruesz and Nino Tlapak. They are a dream team when it comes to data protection law. They are very responsive, clear in their answers and legal opinions. In addition they are always eager to come up with practical and pragmatic solutions which meets legal requirements and are economical efficient.'
- 'Nino Tlapak always gives clear, practical advice and responds promptly. I can recommend Nino to anyone in need of clear, competent, and dedicated legal support. Working with him was a truly positive experience.'
- 'Everyone in the team is highly competent and, above all, practice-oriented, and is confident in making concrete statements, even on legal issues that are still unclear. The team is outstanding in the understanding and interpretation of new developments or new legislation.'
- 'They really understand their client's needs and the situation their clients are in. They are also very knowledgeable and have a lot of experience, their advice is always extremely helpful.'
- 'I personally work with Nino Tlapak, a person whom I greatly admire for his eloquence, many years of experience, pragmatism and quick wit. He is easy to reach, responds quickly, is very likeable, and gives clear recommendations. I wouldn't want to work with anyone else.'
- 'What truly sets the DORDA data protection team apart is its combination of deep legal expertise, client focus and a proactive, solution-oriented approach. The team's professionalism, clarity in communication, reliability and responsiveness make them great legal advisors.'
- 'For all data protection topics, we highly appreciate working together with Corina Kruesz. She is definitely a rising star and professional expert in the field of data protection. She is capable of anticipating critical issues early on. Nino Tlapak is a distinct market leader.'
- Axel Anderl has the big-picture view. He is able to put things into context and explain what really matters strategically. That helps me feel confident that our decisions are not just legally correct but also make sense for the long-term growth of our company. Alexandra Ciarnau is the one I rely on when things get detailed and urgent. She is incredibly responsive and takes the time to understand our product and processes. The way she breaks down complex legal requirements into clear next steps is invaluable. Philipp Nöhrer-Resch stands out for his structured and very thorough approach. He brings a level of precision and reliability that makes me comfortable even with highly sensitive topics. And he manages to deliver that quickly, which is rare in legal work.
- As a long-standing client, I greatly appreciate working with this law firm and can warmly recommend them. Enquiries are answered very quickly and extremely accurately. The advice provided is always clear, understandable, solution-oriented, and tailored to the specific circumstances.
Key clients
- ASFINAG
- Nintendo
- TikTok
- Walder Wyss AG
- Wiener Konzerthausgesellschaft
- Energie Steiermark AG/go green energy GmbH & Co KG
- Generali Österreich Group
- Latido Health Tech GmbH
- delfortgroup AG
- TeamBank AG Nürnberg
- Urban Sports GmbH
- Interessensgemeinschaft österreichischer Versicherungsmakler
- Adamah BioHof
- Österreichische Post AG
- neoom international gmbh
- Helvetia Versicherungen AG
- BNP Paribas S.A. Niederlassung Österreich/Arval Austria GmbH/Cardif
- Erste Bank Group/Erste Digital GmbH/Erste Group
- Vienna Insurance Group/VIG IT Digital Solutions GmbH
- Styria Media Group
Work highlights
Advised Generali Österreich on regulatory matters including alignment of GDPR documentation, customer-facing systems, and ADM workflows with legal and market standards.
Advised BNP Paribas SA on data protection matters concerning its operations, innovation projects, regulatory proceedings and group level alignment.
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Practice head
Axel Anderl; Nino Tlapak
Other key lawyers
Alexandra Ciarnau; Corina Kruesz