Herbst Kinsky Rechtsanwalte GmbH is proficient in employment law advice related to outsourcing transactions, M&A, and the privatisation of public enterprises and covers transfers of undertakings, employee data protection as well as disputes between employers and works councils. Co-head Anna Diensthuber specialises in immigration matters, administrative penalty proceedings, and virtual employee stock option programs steers the team alongside Johanna Pincolits, who joined the team in June 2024 from Schima Mayer Starlinger Rechtsanwälte GmbH and is a name to note for employment contracts and employee terminations.

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Testimonials

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  •  'The team is passionate and diverse in terms of people, mindset, and areas of law. The impression of this law firm is modern and approachable, which is essential these days, as it helps clients feel understood.'

  • ‘Very customer orientated, very good at explaining the background of the law.'

  • ‘Johanna Pinczolits is very patient in explaining and engaged in finding the best solution for the client.'

Key clients

  • Böllhoff Elasmo Systems GmbH
  • CAE Flight Services Austria GmbH
  • Everfield
  • Medison Pharma GmbH
  • Siemens Energy Austria GmbH
  • Statkraft Ventures AS
  • Valsoft Corporation Inc.
  • Taurob GmbH
  • Mangrove VI Investments S.à.r.l
  • G.ST Antivirals GmbH

Work highlights

  • Advised CAE Flight Services Austria GmbH on the establishment of a new flight-training centre, including advice on working time models.
  • Advised Everfield on several acquisitions, including the preparation of a framework agreement for labour leasing.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Anna Diensthuber, Johanna Pinczolits