Wolf Theiss Rechtsanwälte GmbH & Co KG is lauded for a track record in contentious matters such as proceedings regarding compensation during parental part-time work before the Supreme Court as well as well-rounded experience in corporate pensions schemes, collective bargaining agreements and employee poaching. Ralf Peschek sits at the helm of the practice with his multifaceted portfolio encompassing executive agreements, European employment law, and manager liability matters. Matthias Unterrieder is adept at cross-border staff assignments with a focus on the CEE region, management contracts, and employment aspects of reorganisations. Isabel Firneis is well versed in social plan negotiations, work council matters, and internal investigations.
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'The team is great, responds quickly, and is always available. They provide the necessary documents promptly and offer excellent support in court preparation.'
'Isabel Firneis is fantastic, quick to respond, and always gets straight to the point. She is highly reliable, provides well-reasoned arguments, and offers excellent recommendations.'
'The team is very experienced.'
‘Professionalism, expertise, business-oriented mindset, and availability to support on a short notice.’
‘This practice excels in courtroom advocacy. The team stands out for its deep understanding of the complexities involved in employment disputes and litigation. Every case is handled with precision and care.'
‘Isabel Firneis stands out for being exceptionally approachable, which fosters trust and helps build strong, lasting client relationships - an invaluable strength particularly in sensitive employment law matters. Along with her nuanced communication style, she combines exceptional legal expertise with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring that nothing is ever overlooked.
- 'Ralf Peschek, a true veteran in employment litigation, brings unmatched experience, ensuring that clients are always in the best possible hands.’
Work highlights
- Advising an international consulting firm on redesigning their corporate pensions scheme.
- Advised a company operating in the CEE region on the standardisation of board member agreements across the group.
- Advised a client on sharing management functions between two countries and on the applicable laws in the context of performing work from a third country.
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Practice head
Ralf Peschek
Other key lawyers
Isabel Firneis; Matthias Unterrieder