DORDA Rechtsanwälte GmbH has a team of ‘absolute experts in their respective fields,’ who advise an impressive array of clients in the financial services, telecoms and automotive sectors, among others, on the gamut of TMT-related issues, including IT outsourcing and cloud computing projects. The firm’s Digital Industries group assists clients with developing TMT matters, including AI, Blockchain and cryptocurrency issues. Axel Anderl, whose expertise extends across the areas of IT, cloud computing, data protection and copyright issues, heads the IT/IP & Data Protection practice and co-heads the Digital Industries team alongside the ‘extremely diligent’ Alexandra Ciarnau, who manages the firm’s newly established Metaverse office. Nino Tlapak specialises in data protection and is frequently asked to act as an external data protection officer by clients.

Wolf Theiss Rechtsanwälte GmbH & Co KG‘s TMT team, described as a ‘stand-out in the market,’ maintains a wide-reaching practice that supports clients taking on challenging IT projects, product launches and more, and is also frequently instructed on complex disputes often reaching the Austrian Supreme Court and the ECJ. Georg Kresbach leads the team, bringing a wealth of experience to bear on behalf of major players in the online and multimedia spheres, notably supporting several streaming services in relation to their entrance into the Austrian market. Roland Marko is an ‘outstanding specialist’ in the field of IT law, handling cloud computing, e-commerce and data protection matters, while Kurt Retter focuses on regulatory advice in the media and telecoms arenas.

Under the guidance of IT specialist Lukas Feiler, Baker McKenzie Rechtsanwälte LLP & Co KG has developed a broad TMT practice that assists clients undertaking projects tied to computer hard- and software and cloud computing projects, while also representing an impressive roster of social media companies on complex disputes. Maximilian Raschhofer is the team’s key name for TMT disputes, with experience handling outsourcing disputes and administrative proceedings up to the ECJ. Michaela Petsche focuses on matters at the intersection of technology and IP, and is also noted for her work on entertainment law issues.

Schoenherr (Schönherr Rechtsanwälte) acts for both established players and startups in the TMT space, whom it assists on matters tied to data protection, domain disputes and the protection of trade secrets, among other things. The practice is also present at the cutting edge of technological developments, providing services in regard to blockchain and digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and NFTs. Practice head Thomas Kulnigg is noted for his expertise in technology transactions, and also handles venture capital investments into tech start-ups. Günther Leissler heads the firm’s data protection team, advising on GDPR compliance in addition to multi-jurisdictional database projects. Veronika Wolfbauer is also well versed in these areas, and is the team member to note for matters concerning AI.

andréewitch & partner rechtsanwalte GmbH‘s TMT lawyers are described by one client as ‘real experts in the field of TMT and digitalisation,’ and the firm is frequently tasked with handling complex IT projects and data protection matters, in addition to court proceedings tied to them. The practice is led by Markus Andréewitch, who is a specialist in IT law, data protection expert Gerald Steiner and Wolfgang Tichy, whose areas of focus include cloud computing, IT outsourcing and e-commerce matters.

Binder Grösswang assists clients with a broad spread of TMT matters, with a focus on digitalisation and internet-based services in addition to new technologies, and a client base ranging from e-commerce and social media to the automotive and publishing sectors. The team is also well positioned to handle IT projects including app development and licensing matters. The practice is led by Ivo Rungg, who merges a strong IP practice with a deep understanding of new technologies, such as the burgeoning field of AI regulation.

Cerha Hempel‘s TMT practice brings together expertise in IT, data protection and e-commerce matters, and often works alongside the M&A department to advise clients on both complex technology projects and to see through transactions in the TMT field. The team is led by a three-man group made up of Hans Kristoferitsch, whose practice includes IT law and data privacy, telecoms and data privacy specialist Armin Schwabl and Christoph Reiter, who handles IT contracts, e-commerce matters and tech-centred transactions.

Fintech clients, traditional financial sector players as well as retailers and e-commerce companies make up a significant portion of CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz Rechtsanwälte GmbH‘s TMT clients, which seek the firm's advice on technology projects and associated data protection matters. Additionally, the team works closely with the firm’s M&A practice to tackle technology-focused transactions. Johannes Juranek leads the department, handling data protection claims brought against his clients. Klaus Pateter, who made partner in January 2023, assists clients with technology and software licences, and also supports tech start-ups in obtaining and structuring venture capital funding.

Occupying a strong niche in the automotive market and also advising notable retail and internet clients, E+H Rechtsanwälte GmbH advises on IP and data protection matters in addition to handling transactions and associated competition matters. Heading the team is Andreas Zellhofer, who focuses primarily on matters of IT and IP law, with further expertise in unfair competition and antitrust proceedings. Helmut Liebel leverages his background in the IT industry to assist clients with IT projects and data protection law, while Florian Sagmeister is noted for handling competition matters for technology clients.

GEISTWERT‘s all-partner team, consisting of Constantin Kletzer, Juliane Messner, Max Mosing, Alexander Schnider and Rainer Schultes, assists TMT clients, including social media and streaming giants, on a spectrum of IT and IP matters, and maintains a particularly strong presence in Austria’s video game industry, where it advises clients on matters ranging from copyrights to NFTs. The team supports clients engaged in IT upgrade and outsourcing projects and is also tasked with supporting transactions in the TMT market.

Knyrim Trieb Rechtsanwälte OG provides clients with all-encompassing data protection support, including on GDPR compliance, with experience supporting a range of sectors including new technologies, consumer goods and software developers, among others. Spearheading the firm’s TMT efforts are co-founding partners Rainer Knyrim and Gerald Trieb, both data protection specialists who also advise on IT and software projects, including app development, and licensing.

Dr Norbert Wiesinger, Law Offices specialises in advising on all aspects of telecoms law in Austria and the CEE region, handling contentious and advisory regulatory issues in addition to assisting with highly technical telecoms issues, including matters tied to use of radio frequencies and licenses for satellite networks. Name partner Norbert Wiesinger handles the full spectrum of telecoms issues, including infrastructure projects, frequency licensing and telecoms transactions in addition to regulatory disputes.

Lansky, Ganzger, Goeth & Partner Rechtsanwälte GmbH is noted for its expertise in media law and accompanying issues, advising clients in the publishing, film and radio industries on issues ranging from copyrights and other IP matters to broadcasting law and licensing. The group is led by co-founding partner Gerald Ganzger, considered ‘one of Austria’s most distinguished media law experts’, who represents clients in media and entertainment-related litigation. Daniel Söllner handles trade mark and media law matters.

EY Law - Pelzmann Gall Größ Rechtsanwälte GmbH is a strong choice for clients seeking advice on crypto matters and issues rooted in EU technological and data regulations, while also supporting clients setting up their own digital platforms. The ‘outstanding’ Martin Hanzl leads the team, specialising in AI, blockchain and cryptoassets, while Lorenz Marek acts at the crossroads of new technologies, financial markets and consumer protection law.

Jank Weiler Operenyi acts for film and TV companies, IT clients and the healthcare and life sciences industry on soft IP and unfair competition matters, in addition to providing assistance in connection with media law. Sascha Jung leads the team, specialising in contentious and advisory trade mark and copyright matters as well as IT law matters.

KPMG Law - Buchberger Ettmayer Rechtsanwälte GmbH acts for a roster of clients that range from start-ups to blue chip players in the technology sector, assisting with software licensing and cloud computing matters, while also tackling soft IP issues and unfair competition proceedings. Karin Bruchbacher, who made partner in January 2023, leads the practice and advises on digitalisation projects and data protection matters, while Hannah Kercz focuses on trade mark and copyright issues.

Taylor Wessing enwc Rechtsanwälte GmbH‘s TMT practice is sought after for advice in relation to data protection, including potential breaches, and is further instructed on contentious work arising out of data-related problems. The team also conducts risk assessments for clients to mitigate the risk of court proceedings, and oversees M&A deals in the TMT space. Data protection specialist Andreas Schütz leads the team with further experience advising on gambling and video game regulations.