Dispute resolution: arbitration and mediation

KNOETZL HAUGENEDER NETAL Rechtsanwaelte GmbH

With an emphasis on commercial arbitration, investment protection and arbitration-related court proceedings, KNOETZL HAUGENEDER NETAL Rechtsanwaelte GmbH is sought out by major regional and global corporations and is equipped to handle matters across an array of sectors, such as construction and engineering, energy, automotive, IT and healthcare. The team has noted expertise in matters spanning multiple jurisdictions and is jointly steered by Florian Haugeneder, who has vast experience as counsel and arbitrator under the rules of all major arbitral institutions as well as a ‘broad level of expertise and a good understanding of the need of clients,’ and Patrizia Netal, whose broad practice includes construction and engineering, post-M&A and energy matters and international sales contracts. Natascha Tunkel specialises in matters related to new technologies in areas such as life science or intellectual property, while Kirstin McGoldrick’s workload extends to matters involving multiple jurisdictions and multi-contract disputes.

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Testimonials

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‘Jurgita Petkute is a very professional, dedicated lawyer who never leaves questions unattended. As a co-arbitrator, this is very valuable and appreciated.’
‘Very reliable and competent law firm and probably one of the best in Austria in the area of dispute resolution. Diverse team, that also employs native English speakers.’
'Florian Haugeneder: very experienced and competent partner with a broad level of expertise and a good understanding of the need of clients. He is reliable and delivers very good quality.'
'Kirstin McGoldrick: talented and reliable lawyer, easy to talk to, very communicative and very competent.'
‘The team has strong experience and practical knowledge in the field of arbitration proceeding. They are exceptionally competent and experienced. All lawyers are very responsive and we appreciate the open communication with the team. Resources are used efficiently.’
‘Florian Haugeneder is a great mind and brilliant arbitration expert, highly professional and with excellent rhetorical skills, which he showed several times during the arbitration proceeding his team assisted for several years.'
'Natascha Tunkel: excellent legal and rhetorical skills, she is exceptionally responsive and caring about client's interests and needs. She is extremely calm and brilliant as a speaker.'
'The Knoetzl team is a truly market leading mix of experience, contacts, and responsiveness, bringing a first-class service in a complex, fast moving dispute; they show great pride in their work and have strong client skills.'

Key clients

Casinos Austria International GmbH/Casinos Austria AG

Work highlights

Represented Casinos Austria in an ICISD investment arbitration against the Argentine Republic arising out of the expropriation of their gaming business in Argentina.