Wolf Theiss Rechtsanwälte GmbH & Co KG covers succession, international tax and cross-border estate planning as well as advice on charities and philanthropic projects, with a stronghold in Austria and the CEE/SEE region. The firm has a strong focus on tax-related matters, frequently in relation to immigration and relocation. Having garnered over two decades of experience, co-head and tax specialist Niklas Schmidt stands out for his knowledge of the taxation of capital gains from crypto assets. Co-head Karl Binder has a full-service approach leading on a broad range of corporate real estate matters for HNWIs, including Forbes-ranked individuals. ‘Excellent lawyer’ Eva Stadler is another key contact.
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Testimonials
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‘Wolf Theiss is my go-to firm in Austria for private client and tax advice.’
‘Niklas Schmidt is a leader in his field, but I have also recently worked with Eva Stadler and was very impressed. She was responsive, clear and had an excellent mastery of her brief. ’
‘Eva Stadler is a key person. She is an excellent lawyer with strong analytical and communication skills. I may always rely on her commitment and dedication. Niklas Schmidt is a senior partner who has single-handedly created the best private clients practice in Austria.’
‘Various experts under one roof.’
‘Only one main contact, pragmatic realistic approach under consideration of economic views.’
Work highlights
Advised a German family on the use of trusts and foundations to be set up for the benefit of family members living in Austria and various other countries
Advised a successful entrepreneur with Russian/Israeli background on obtaining Austrian citizenship by virtue of a philanthropic engagement, consisting of a donation of around EUR15 million in the field of medical research
Advised a client on tax and succession planning, in particular regarding succession to his non-UK assets, which include shares in an Austrian company as well as assets in Luxembourg, Monaco and India
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Niklas Schmidt; Karl Binder
Other key lawyers
Eva Stadler