DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH’s expanded projects and energy offering is composed of several specialist teams with expertise in M&A, competition and competition law, public law, regulatory governance and TMT projects. Tatjana Katalan is at the helm, specialising in public commercial and regulatory law, with a particular focus on environmental and technical issues. Public law expert Marie Sophie Reitinger, formerly of E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH, is also a name to note, while Reinhard Jantscher routinely represents clients in environmental law matters before the Constitutional and Administrative Court. Both joined the firm in October 2024, alongside planning and construction expert Philipp Pallitsch who joined from SHMP Schwartz Huber-Medek Partner Rechtsanwälte GmbH in January 2025.
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Testimonials
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- 'Marie Sophie Reitinger is extremely competent in her field and provides exceptionally practical answers that are understandable even to laypeople. It's a reassuring feeling to receive such comprehensive and reliable legal advice.'
- 'Tatjana Katalan brings a unique blend of legal excellence, strategic insight, and client-focused service to DORDA’s practice.'
- ‘Tatjana Katalan and Marie Sophie Reitinger distinguish themselves through their sharp legal minds, strategic thinking, and exceptional client service.’
- 'This team stands out due to its exceptional combination of deep technical expertise and outstanding client service. What potential clients should know is that they are true subject-matter experts who deliver complex work in a timely and reliable manner.'
- 'Their strength lies not only in their legal knowledge, but also in their pragmatic and solution-oriented approach.'
- 'The individuals at DORDA stand out due to their unique blend of profound legal expertise and exceptional interpersonal skills. What differentiates them from competitors is their ability to be both strategic advisors and responsive, hands-on partners.'
Key clients
- TCEE Fund IV SCA/SICAR
- Windheimat GmbH
- Planet A GmbH
- Zotter Holding GmbH
- STRABAG
- KNG-Kärnten Netz GmbH
- ImWind Operations GmbH
- ImWind Erneuerbare Energie GmbH
- KELAG – Kärntner Elektrizitäts-Aktiengesellschaft
- Bioenergiezentrum GmbH
- Energieverein Kärnten
- ÖKOENERGIE Management GmbH
Work highlights
Represented ImWind, KELAG and KNG-Kärnten in connection with the approval of environmental impact assessments for wind farms.
Represented Windheimat GmbH in connection with several wind farm projects in Styria, in particular in environmental impact assessment approval procedures.
Represented Zotter Holding and its joint ventures in connection with an ongoing proceeding contesting the subject of restoration ordinance on our client's hydropower plants, as well as with approval procedures for several new hydropower plant projects.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Tatjana Katalan
Other key lawyers
Marie Sophie Reitinger; Reinhard Jantscher; Philipp Pallitsch