With particular strength in energy disputes, KNOETZL HAUGENEDER NETAL Rechtsanwaelte GmbH comfortably acts in cases in a range of sectors, including construction, banking, automotive and life sciences, with the team’s capabilities encompassing investment protection as well as the representation of clients in arbitration-related court proceedings. Named by clients as ‘one of the top leaders of the Austrian arbitration community’, Florian Haugeneder is experienced in handling matters across the CEE region and heads the department alongside Patrizia Netal, who covers both institutional and ad hoc arbitration and frequently acts in ICC, DIS, and VIAC proceedings, among others. Natascha Tunkel specialises in commercial arbitration and mediation, while Kirstin McGoldrick’s international practice has a focus on arbitration cases involving criminal law aspects.
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‘Key capabilities of Knoetzl are collaboration, cross-examination skills, and clear elaboration of legal arguments.’
‘Responsive; very high level of professionalism; explain complicated issues in a simple manner.’
‘The team is very experienced in arbitration with a great command of substantive and procedural law.’
‘Florian Haugeneder is an outstanding arbitration lawyer and enjoys great experience. He is hard-working, performs well, delivers on time, and is a very pleasant person. Definitely one of the top leaders of the Austrian arbitration community.’
‘They are technically superb, creative, tactical and easy to work with.’
‘Florian Haugeneder is a true expert in arbitration. Very intellectual and knows the procedure inside out.’
‘An innovative, intelligent, and highly motivated team of seasoned experts in international arbitration with an excellent network.’
‘Natascha Tunkel is an excellent lawyer, very sharp.’
Key clients
- Casinos Austria AG
- Österreichische Staatsdruckerei GmbH (Austrian State Printing House)
Work highlights
- Represented Casinos Austria in ICSID annulment proceedings against the Argentine Republic, arising out of the expropriation of its gaming business in Argentina.
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Florian Haugeneder; Patrizia Netal
Other key lawyers
Natascha Tunkel; Kirstin McGoldrick