With a particular strong real estate finance practice, SAXINGER Rechtsanwalts GmbH is also recommended for advice on crowd investment platforms, non-performing loans (NPLs) and the full spectrum of refinancings. Practice head Immanuel Gerstner demonstrates proficiency in the financing of major real estate projects across the countries and is a key contact for bond financing. Both Lukas Leitner, who is an expert on investment funds, and Clemens Harsch, who is praised by clients for a ‘highly professional, straightforward, and pragmatic approach’, were promoted to partner in October 2023. In the same month, Michael Kienzl joined from Wolf Theiss Rechtsanwälte GmbH & Co KG, further strengthening the firm’s restructuring and banking law offering.
Testimonials
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‘We are very satisfied, as the support is holistic in all the legal areas relevant to us. Additionally, the firm has an excellent international network.'
'Clemens Harsch answers our questions in a concise and understandable way and finds creative and economically beneficial solutions that go beyond the legal perspective.'
- 'One of the firm's many strengths is certainly its excellent network both domestically and internationally, as well as its effective team. They always ensure that problems are solved efficiently and with careful consideration of our interests.’
‘Within the banking law team, Clemens Harsch stands out. He is very adept at identifying the issues, has a quick grasp of matters, and impresses with his highly professional, straightforward, and pragmatic approach.’
‘The law firm has a large team with many experts in various legal disciplines. This means that matters can be dealt with quickly and effectively at a high level.'
‘The cooperation with Clemens Harsch is characterized by excellent technical legal expertise and quick and uncomplicated solutions.’
‘Rapid availability and professional support’
‘Friendly, prompt and competent.'
Key clients
- Erste Group Bank
- Federal State of Upper Austria
- IFA Institut für Anlageberatung AG
- Hexagon Purus ASA
- Hexagon Composites ASA
- Oberösterreichische Landesbank Aktiengesellschaft (HYPO Oberösterreich)
- Municipality of Linz
- SoReal GmbH
- IFA Invest GmbH
- Loisium Ehrenhausen
- Soravia Group no
- Raiffeisen Landesbank Steiermark AG
- LIGMA Lead Invest Management GmbH
- Reintrieb GmbH
- WBBS International GmbH
- Strenia engineering & invest GmbH
- DFBG 1-3 Projektentwicklungs GmbH & Co KG
- Seeviertel Gmunden Hotel-Holding GmbH
- Mariahilfer Straße 32 Immobilien GmbH & Co OG
Work highlights
- Advised several issuers on multiple financings and related bond issuances distributed via an online portal.
- Advised the owner of a mixed-use property on Mariahilferstraße on the refinancing of an existing mortgage loan.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Immanuel Gerstner