GRAF ISOLA is noted for its ‘pragmatic advice and tenacity in litigation’ and acts in professional liability and insolvency cases, as well as in joint venture and shareholder disputes. The firm has appeared before the Austrian Supreme Court, and is also able to act for public sector clients in complex disputes. ’An outstanding litigator’, Sebastian Mahr has a wide practice and specialises in insurance and liability disputes, while Ferdinand Graf brings experience in commercial law. David Seidl and Claudia Csáky are also recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Sebastian Mahr is exceptional. He is responsive and provides very clear and effective strategic advice. One of the leading practitioners in Vienna.’
- ‘GRAF ISOLA’s dispute resolution practice is distinguished by its extensive experience and proven success in complex commercial litigation and arbitration. The team regularly represents clients before Austrian and European courts, as well as in domestic and international arbitration, combining legal excellence with cross-border expertise.’
- ‘What distinguishes them most is their capacity to deliver more than just legal counsel, taking into account the wider economic landscape. For commercial litigation in Austria, the firm unquestionably ranks among the top choices.’
- ‘Sebastian Mahr and his team are committed to excellent client service and are highly responsive, especially in time-critical matters. We value Sebastian and his team as reliable partners for our cases in Austria, whom we are happy to recommend to our clients or involve in our cross-border projects.’
- ‘What makes the individuals at GRAF ISOLA stand out is their combination of technical excellence, strategic foresight and personal dedication. We particularly value Ferdinand Graf, whose outstanding expertise in corporate law is complemented by an in-depth understanding of civil litigation processes.’
- ‘Sebastian Mahr and his team members are dedicated to client service and highly responsive, particularly in time-sensitive situations. The cooperation is especially effective in matters involving overlaps between white-collar crime and commercial law.’
Key clients
- Bundesimmobiliengesellschaft m.b.H.
- KTM Fahrrad GmbH
- R+V Versicherung AG
- Sozialbau Gemeinnützige Wohnungsaktiengesellschaft
- IVECO Österreich GmbH
- Töpfl Privatstiftung
- Star Agro
- Jewish Community of Vienna
- Christof Industries Austria
- Borckenstein
Work highlights
Appeared for KTM Fahrrad GmbH in a multi-million euro IP and corporate dispute.
Represented Austrian Erdöl-Lagergesellschaft mbH in a case against the Republic of Austria before the Austrian Constitutional Court.
Handled dissolution claims stemming from a joint venture for the construction of a shopping centre, representing a private foundation invested in the venture.
Practice head
Sebastian Mahr
Other key lawyers
Ferdinand Graf; David Seidl; Claudia Csáky