Described as ‘fantastic in every aspect,’ GRAF ISOLA frequently handles data protection matters in conjunction with broader instructions including M&A transactions and competition disputes, advising on data transfers and GDPR implementation. Practice co-head Marija Križanac ’provides excellent data protection advice’ with deep expertise in GDPR matters and significant experience in data-related litigation. Alongside her, co-founding partner Ferdinand Graf is admitted to the New York State Bar.

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Testimonials

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  • 'We worked with a client on a 'bet the company' matter with GRAF ISOLA. They have clear data protection & tech expertise, and Marija Križanac is very client-centred and responsive.'

  • 'Marija Križanac clearly knows her stuff. She's great at understanding a client's needs & interacting with regulators. She was able to work seamlessly in German & English and was very responsive.'

  • 'Marija Križanac provides excellent data protection advice in English, she has a can-do attitude, she is very helpful and turns around matters very quickly. I highly recommend her.'

  • 'Marija Križanac has built a great practice for all relevant data protection matters, including data protection-related litigation. I trust them even with the most complex challenges. The fact that the practice group is female-lead is a cherry on top!'

  • 'Practice head Marija Križanac is very intelligent, experienced and solution-oriented; she is truly an expert in her field. '

  • 'The practice, led by Marija Križanac, is fantastic in every aspect - fast response time, hands-on approach, creative solutions. Big recommendation.'

  • 'Marija Križanac is an absolutely brilliant lawyer and my go-to for GDPR matters; I highly recommend her.'

  • 'I always recommend Marija Križanac. I like her approach to legal problems; it always shows deep understanding of the respective economic backdrop.'

Key clients

  • LUKOIL International GmbH/LUKOIL Group
  • VELUX A/S, VELUX Österreich GmbH, VKR Holding A/S
  • Open Society Foundations
  • Victorinox
  • therapie-info PSISYS GmbH
  • Logwin Group
  • JobRad GmbH
  • MEWA Textil-Service GmbH
  • EMTensor
  • Leggett&Platt Inc/Schukra Berndorf GmbH
  • kraftwerk | Agentur für neue Kommunikation GmbH
  • MyHomeRoast GmbH
  • AM Baugeräte und Handels GmbH
  • KOPFWERK Datensysteme Ges.m.b.H.
  • Ineltro Electronics GmbH
  • Cortical.io AG
  • DANUTEX GmbH
  • neckermann.at GmbH
  • MAG machines GmbH
  • CoPlanner GmbH
  • Drees & Sommer
  • Deluxe Corporation
  • RELX EMEA
  • Samariterbund
  • HILL Racingteam, e.V.

Work highlights

  • Advised LUKOIL (Austria) in connection with all aspects of data protection law, including international data transfers and whistleblowing.
  • Assisted cortical.io with all legal aspects, including data protection law, surrounding the roll-out of a new revolutionary SaaS solution in the field of natural language understanding.
  • Represented Deluxe Corporation in proceedings before the Austrian data protection authority, which are part of the "Cookies" campaign undertaken by NOYB.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Marija Križanac, Ferdinand Graf