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Barnert Egermann Illigasch Rechtsanwälte GmbH

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Barnert Egermann Illigasch Rechtsanwälte GmbH assists with both M&A and joint venture competition clearance proceedings, with particular expertise in handling FDI clearance screenings. Practice head Isabella Hartung maintains a varied practice that covers contentious cartel hearings and merger control, with noted expertise in overseeing proceedings arising under the Austrian Investment Control Act. Hartung is also called upon in relation to competition law compliance and distribution agreements.

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Key clients

  • AEROCOMPACT Group/Mathias Muther Privatstiftung
  • ASFINAG
  • Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA
  • EVN AG/Netz Niederösterreich GmbH
  • PORR AG

Work highlights

  • Provided sell-side advice on all merger control and foreign direct investment issues regarding Mathias Muther Privatstiftung's sale of a 60% stake in AEROCOMPACT Group to Trilantic Europe.
  • Secured merger clearance for PORR's acquisition of PANNONIA Kiesgewinnung GmbH and its subsidiaries.
  • Advised Bertelsmann on obtaining Austrian merger clearance for the acquisition of Studyflix GmbH.

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Isabella Hartung