Praised by clients for exceptional technical competence, Gerlach Rechtsanwälte‘s team represents both employers and employees, including management members and work councils with focus areas such as employment advice on restructurings, unfair dismissals and benefits. Co-head Roland Gerlach’s practice extends to social security law, HR aspects of M&A, and advice on employment contracts, whereas co-head Michaela Gerlach excels at the intersection of employment and corporate law.
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Testimonials
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‘They are specialists in difficult cases.'
'Gerlach Rechtsanwälte is distinguished by its exceptional technical competence, professional work, unwavering commitment to clients, excellent networking, and extensive experience. We have been working with the firm for many years on various matters and can recommend them without reservation.'
- 'Roland Gerlach and Michaela Gerlach in particular are characterised by a high level of professional competence and commitment to the client. Their expertise in labour law is leading in Austria.'
'Service-orientated and easy to reach.'
'Brigitte Sammer always assesses the legal situation correctly and gives very good recommendations.'
'The team at Kanzlei Gerlach is reliable, competent, and always friendly. Concerns are addressed promptly, and conversations are conducted on an equal footing.'
Key clients
- EUROWINGS Works Council
- Constantia Flexibles Group
- Vereinigung der Fußballer
- RTR
- MEDIAPRINT Works Council
- ORF Works Council
- UNIQA Works Council
- RohrMax Rohrreinigungs- und Kanalsanierungsgesellschaft
- KLINGER Fluid Control GmbH
- Opel & Beyschlag
- Otto Bock Healthcare Products
- Spanish Riding School
Work highlights
Represented the works council of the Austrian Broadcast (ORF) in proceedings before the Supreme Court as well as the Constitutional Court concerning unconstitutional provisions of the new Austrian Broadcasting Act.
Advised Constantia Flexibles Group on its labour and employment matters, including the representation in various legal proceedings.
Represented the association of professional football players (Vereinigung der Fußballer) in proceedings regarding the application for a licence to negotiate collective bargaining agreements.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Roland Gerlach; Michaela Gerlach
Other key lawyers
Brigitte Sammer; Christopher Badalec