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In the latest episode of our Recovery of Ukraine series, podcast host Olga Ivanova, Associate at Wolf Theiss Ukraine, is joined by Senior Associate Sergii Zheka to explore the current state of dispute resolution in Ukraine.They examine how litigation and arbitration are functioning during wartime, the challenges businesses are facing and how the legal system is adapting to maintain access to justice.At a time when force majeure is frequently invoked and contract-related disputes have increased due to the war, this discussion provides timely insights. Our speakers highlight key legal developments and offer practical guidance on how companies can navigate disputes arising under martial law.The latest Soundshot episode is available on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music under the title Wolf Theiss Soundshot.For further information or tailored advice, please contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In the second episode of our "Recovery of Ukraine" series, Olga Ivanova from our office in Ukraine speaks with Georg Weingartner, Austrian Commercial Counsellor in Ukraine about the realities foreign companies face while operating in Ukraine during the ongoing war. The discussion explores how both Ukrainian and international businesses are adapting to the challenges, offering practical insights into legal and operational strategies. Georg shares his perspective on the resilience of Austrian companies in Ukraine and the support they require to continue their activities in this complex environment. Join us for an expert discussion on the evolving business landscape in Ukraine.The latest Soundshot episode is available on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Amazon Music under the title “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.For further information or tailored advice, please contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In the latest episode of "Wolf Theiss Soundshot", Günter Bauer, Robert Wagner and Stefan Wartinger explore key developments in EU competition and antitrust law, including merger control, FDI screening and FSR. With regulatory complexities increasing, strategic presence matters - this is why Wolf Theiss expanded its capabilities last autumn by establishing an office in Brussels.Our Brussels team plays a central role in advising clients across Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe, ensuring close engagement with the European Commission.Listen to the latest "Wolf Theiss Soundshot" episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Amazon Music.For further questions or tailored advice, feel free to contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In the first episode of our new Soundshot series, "Recovery of Ukraine", Olga Ivanova and Taras Dumych from our Ukrainian office explore how businesses are navigating the complex business landscape in Ukraine during the ongoing war. This episode, titled "Ukraine's Resilience in Challenging Times", focuses on the remarkable adaptability of Ukrainian and international businesses as well as on practical strategies for managing legal and operational challenges in times of war. Taras Dumych shares his views on how, despite the challenges, Ukrainian and international clients continue operations, requiring legal and regulatory support for unique issues. Key takeaways include:·        Emerging opportunities for foreign and domestic investors in Ukraine.·        Growth sectors that demonstrate resilience and potential in challenging times.·        Practical advice for identifying opportunities and driving future growth in Ukraine's dynamic business climate. This episode offers valuable perspectives to help you stay informed and prepared.The new Soundshot episode is available on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or Amazon Music under the title “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.For further questions or tailored advice, feel free to contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In der aktuellen Episode unseres "Wolf Theiss Soundshot”-Podcasts geben Fiona Altmann und Lisa Toth einen Einblick in das Praktikumsprogramm der Sozietät. Gemeinsam mit der ehemaligen Legal Intern Hannah Jellmair teilen sie ihre persönlichen Erfahrungen und besprechen, worauf es bei einer erfolgreichen Bewerbung ankommt.Hannah berichtet begeistert von ihren positiven Erfahrungen im Assessment-Center, der Zusammenarbeit während der Verhandlungen und der wertvollen Unterstützung durch das HR-Team. All das machte ihr Praktikum zu einer besonderen Gelegenheit, als angehende Juristin praktische Erfahrung zu sammeln.Interessierte an einem Praktikum finden auf unserer Webseite unter „Wolf Theiss – Your Career“ alle Informationen zu den aktuellen Bewerbungsfristen und den spannenden Karrieremöglichkeiten. Hören Sie sich die neue Podcast-Folge über unsere Website, über Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts oder Amazon Music unter “Wolf Theiss Soundshot” an.Bei Fragen stehen wir unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com, fiona.altmann@wolftheiss.com und lisa.toth@wolftheiss.com zur Verfügung.

In der neuesten Folge des "Wolf Theiss Soundshot"-Podcasts geben Fiona Altmann und Lisa Toth spannende Einblicke in das Praktikumsprogramm der Sozietät. Gemeinsam mit der ehemaligen Praktikantin Laura Plugov teilen sie ihre Erfahrungen und diskutieren über erfolgreiche Bewerbungsstrategien sowie die Eigenschaften, die für eine juristische Karriere von Bedeutung sind.Laura berichtet begeistert von den vielfältigen Projekten, an denen sie im Bereich Litigation mitwirken durfte und betont die bereichernde Unterstützung ihrer Mentoren, die ihr wertvolle Einblicke und Hilfestellungen boten. Das Praktikum ist eine herausragende Gelegenheit für angehende Jurist:innen, um praktische Erfahrungen zu sammeln und die Theorie zu vertiefen.Wenn Sie an einem Praktikum interessiert sind, informieren Sie sich gerne über die Bewerbungsfristen. Auf unserer Webseite unter "Wolf Theiss - Your Career" finden Sie alle Informationen zu den Karrierechancen, die auf Sie warten!Hören Sie sich die neue Podcast--Folge über unsere Website, über Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts oder Amazon Music unter “Wolf Theiss Soundshot” an.Bei Fragen stehen wir unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com, fiona.altmann@wolftheiss.com und lisa.toth@wolftheiss.com zur Verfügung.

In der neuesten Folge unseres Wolf Theiss Soundshot-Podcasts gewähren Fiona Altmann und Lisa Toth spannende Einblicke hinter die Kulissen von Wolf Theiss und zeigen die vielfältigen Perspektiven unserer Legal Internships auf.Gemeinsam mit Daniel Schmidt, der seine Karriere bei uns als Praktikant begann, geben sie unverzichtbare Tipps für den Bewerbungsprozess und erläutern, welche Qualifikationen wirklich gefragt sind. Daniel berichtet begeistert von seinen Projekten und den wertvollen Erfahrungen, die er während seines Legal Internships in unserem Arbeitsalltag sammeln konnte.Interessieren Sie sich für ein Praktikum? Dann besuchen Sie unsere Karriere-Website „Wolf Theiss – Your Career“ und informieren Sie sich über die aktuellen Bewerbungsfristen. Wir freuen uns darauf, Sie bald in unserem Team willkommen zu heißen!Hören Sie sich die neue Soundshot-Folge über unsere Website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts oder Amazon Music unter “Wolf Theiss Soundshot” an.Bei Fragen stehen wir unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com und fiona.altmann@wolftheiss.com zur Verfügung.

In dieser Sommerfolge unseres Soundshot Podcasts nehmen Sandra Seldte und Maximilian Benke das heißeste Thema des Sommers unter die Lupe: Klimaanlagen!Dabei gehen unsere Real Estate Experten detailliert auf rechtliche Implikationen für Vermieter, Mieter und Wohnungseigentümer ein und erläutern, welche Voraussetzungen unter dem Mietrecht bzw. dem Wohnungseigentumsrecht vorliegen müssen, um eine Klimaanlage installieren zu dürfen.Mit prägnanten Einblicken in die relevanten rechtlichen Rahmenbedingungen und praktischen Tipps zur Durchsetzung eines allfälligen Anspruchs bieten sie wertvolle Informationen, um rechtliche Fallstricke zu vermeiden. Zudem werden energiesparende Alternativen wie Außenjalousien thematisiert.Hören Sie sich die neue Soundshot Folge über unsere Website, über Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts oder Amazon Music unter “Wolf Theiss Soundshot” an.Bei Fragen stehen wir unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com zur Verfügung.

Our new episode of the Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcast is the sixth one in our "Digital Law" series.In this episode, Roland Marko and Lisa Bernsteiner discuss the EU's new cybersecurity framework and examine the latest legal acts designed to enhance protection against the increasing number and sophistication of cyberattacks across EU countries. This includes the NIS2 Directive, which establishes a stricter framework with comprehensive compliance and reporting obligations for a much broader range of companies, including those within the supply chain.Our experts also discuss the Critical Entities Resilience (CER) Directive, aimed at ensuring the maintenance of vital societal functions and economic activities, the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), which focuses on managing ICT risks in the financial services sector, the Cyber Resilience Act and other EU acts containing cybersecurity provisions, such as the Machinery Regulation, the Data Act and the AI Act.Tune in to learn more about the EU's approach to tackling cyber threats, how it may impact your organisation, and how to start preparing for these new comprehensive compliance requirements. Listen to the new podcast episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music under “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Our latest episode of the Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcast is the fifth one in our "Digital Law" series.In this episode, Klara Miletic and Flavius Florea discuss the interrelationship of GDPR and various legal acts under the EU's Digital Strategy. This strategy promotes the flow and access to different types of data, including personal, non-personal, machine-generated and data from products and devices. Additionally, the EU has established the rules for artificial intelligence and enhanced user protection online.Where personal data is processed, these new pieces of EU regulation must be considered alongside the GDPR. Our experts examine the AI Act, Data Act, Digital Services Act and ePrivacy Directive from the perspective of personal data protection, and highlight potential risks associated with personal data in scenarios where AI and IoT collaborate.You can listen to the new Soundshot episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music under the tile “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Our new episode of the Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcast is the fourth in our "Digital Law" series.In this episode, we delve into the EU Data Act, a pioneering regulation establishing a framework for data sharing and interoperability within the EU and beyond. The Act is expected to have far-reaching implications across many sectors of the economy and create new business opportunities driven by data – (raw) machine data, as well as personal data. It will require companies to review their data management practices and the design of their products and services. This must be done within just over a year, as the Act becomes applicable in September 2025.Our experts Roland Marko, Paulina Pomorski and Peter Ihasz discuss the impact of the Act on B2C and B2B relationships and the sectors most affected, where connected products and services, IoT and industrial data are playing an increasingly prominent role. They address practical aspects of data sharing, questions around the protection of trade secrets and the concept of reasonable compensation for sharing data.Listen to the new podcast episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music under “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com , roland.marko@wolftheiss.com, paulina.pomorski@wolftheiss.com and peter.ihasz@wolftheiss.com.

In this episode of our Soundshot podcast, Angela Liu, Sang Wha Lee, and Christian Mikosch examine the unique dynamics and cultural intricacies of Korean and Chinese law firms.Our Asia Desk specialists share fascinating insights into the naming conventions of Korean law firms, the adoption of European names by individuals, and even delve into Christian Mikosch's Chinese name. Additionally, our team discusses cultural nuances, such as KPop, KDrama, the history of the Korean language and its ties to Chinese culture. This episode offers a captivating glimpse into Chinese and Korean cultural practices and aims to spark interest in Asian cultures and our esteemed Asia Desk team..You can listen to the new Soundshot episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music accessible under the tile “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com and christian.mikosch@wolftheiss.com.

Our new episode of the Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcast is the third one in our "Digital Law" series. In this episode, Jakub Pietrasik and Phillip Wrabetz from our IP & TMT team discuss the recently adopted EU Artificial Intelligence Act and how businesses should already begin preparing for the new legal framework. The AI Act applies not only to big players in the tech industry but to every single organization involved in the creation or use of AI systems. Based on a practical example, Jakub and Phillip explain how to assess the legal implications for companies using AI systems. They also touch upon compliance requirements, including technical and organisational measures that companies may need to implement.Listen to the new podcast episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music under “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com, jakub.pietrasik@wolftheiss.com and phillip.wrabetz@wolftheiss.com.

Our new episode of the Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcast is the second part of the podcast series on “Digital Law”.This time our experts, Katerina Mikulova, with expertise in e-commerce, IP and data privacy rights law, alongside Adolf Zemann, focused on IP & TMT law, address the Digital Services Act (DSA). They delve into the new legislation that is transforming the digital landscape and its effects on businesses. The significance of the DSA as a major overhaul of regulation in the digital domain will be explained, highlighting its impact on online enterprises of all sizes. Additionally, our experts will explore compliance responsibilities and related liability risks.  Listen to the new Soundshot episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music under “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com, katerina.mikulova@wolftheiss.com or adolf.zemann@wolftheiss.com.

In this episode of our Soundshot podcast, our arbitration partner Stefan Riegler delves into the topic of "careers in international arbitration" with our distinguished guest speakers Claudia Salomon, President of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, and Stefan Kröll, Director of the Willem C. Vis Arbitration Moot.Our speakers tell their personal stories and shine a particular spotlight on the significance of the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. They share valuable insights on how to pursue a career in international arbitration, underscoring the crucial role of having an open mind. This episode serves as a useful resource, providing insights and practical tips for enhancing your professional journey in this field of law.If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com. 

In this episode of our Soundshot podcast, Birgit Kraml and Jela Mohr discuss the topic of "ESG at Wolf Theiss".The two experts explain the responsibilities of Wolf Theiss as a law firm. They explore the importance of sustainability for companies and service providers, the impact a law firm has environmentally, but also its social responsibility, be it with regard to allowing flexible work for parents, diversity or pro bono work.Birgit and Jela further discuss topics such as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, how to prepare, audit and publish an ESG Report, and the significant influence ESG has on business strategies.You will get an inside look into the measures we are currently implementing, such as our Greenhouse Gas Balance, and how important Diversity and governance transparency is.You can listen to the new Soundshot episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music accessible under the tile “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com, birgit.kraml@wolftheiss.com and jela.mohr@wolftheiss.com .

The current episode of the Wolf Theiss Soundshot podcast introduces a new series on digital law. Throughout this series, our tech and data law experts will provide practical insights for navigating the complex landscape of the EU's legislative initiatives in the field of digital law. In this first episode, Roland Marko and Phillip Wrabetz give an overview of what to expect from our new series and discuss key elements of the EU's Digital Strategy, including the Digital Services Act, the Artificial Intelligence Act, the Data Act and the EU's new cybersecurity framework. Subsequent episodes of the series will focus on individual aspects of the Digital Strategy, featuring insights from our colleagues across Wolf Theiss offices in the CEE/SEE region.Find out more in our new Soundshot episode, available in English.Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at  soundshot@wolftheiss.com, roland.marko@wolftheiss.com or phillip.wrabetz@wolftheiss.com.

In this episode of our Soundshot podcast, Martin Gassler delves into the topic of “Competition Law and Sustainability” with our guest speakers Sonja Rentz, a lawyer representing the Austrian Federal Cartel Prosecutor and Moritz Schwarz, an economist and doctoral researcher at the University of Vienna.They examine whether competition law has has undergone a shift towards greater environmental responsibility, specifically addressing developments and the necessary trajectory for competition law and policy to align with eco-friendliness. Our experts provide an overview of the current state of affairs and interwine the subjectsof antitrust, merger control and state aid. Furthermore, they examine the European Green Deal 2019, theEU's goal of achieving  climate-neutrality by 2050 and the Austrian Cartel Act. They explore the specific conditions associated with these aspects and delve into other interesting topics, including guidelines and legal frameworks, with the support of case studies.  You can listen to the new Soundshot episode on our website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Amazon Music accessible under the tile “Wolf Theiss Soundshot”.If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com and martin.gassler@wolftheiss.com.

Unsere neue Folge des Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcasts ist der vierte Teil der Podcastreihe zum Thema "Nachhaltigkeitspflichten von Unternehmen". Diesmal stehen Fragen zur verpflichtenden Errichtung von Photovoltaik-Panelen bei Neubauten und regulatorische Fragen zum Betrieb und Verkauf von durch PV-Anlagen generierten Strom. Unsere Experten, Birgit Kraml, Immobilien- Bau- —und Nachhaltigkeitsrecht, und Harald Strahberger, Energie- und Umweltrecht, erläutern die Erfordernisse bei Errichtung von PV-Anlagen nach den Bauordnungen, die Änderungen durch die Wiener Bauordnungs-Novelle 2023 und regulatorische Aspekte sowie Bewilligungspflichten nach Wohnungseigentumsgesetz und Mietrechtsgesetz.Hören Sie sich die neue Soundshot Folge über unsere Website, über Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts oder Amazon Music unter "Wolf Theiss Soundshot" an. Bei Fragen stehen wir unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com, birgit.kraml@wolftheiss.com und harald.strahberger@wolftheiss.com gerne zur Verfügung.  

Unsere neue Folge des Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcasts ist der dritte Teil der Podcastreihe zum Thema "Nachhaltigkeitspflichten von Unternehmen". Anders als die ersten beiden Episoden – deren Schwerpunkt auf der Richtlinie über die Sorgfaltspflichten von Unternehmen im Hinblick auf Nachhaltigkeit lag – stehen diesmal rechtliche Risiken und Konfliktpotential im Bereich Nachhaltigkeit und ESG zur Debatte. Die Disputes-ExpertInnen von Wolf Theiss, Theresia Welser und Markus Taufner, sind dazu heute mit unserem Gast Maximilian Bülau, Partner der renommierten deutschen Anwaltssozietät Hengeler Mueller, im Gespräch. Gemeinsam beleuchten sie ausgewählte Aspekte zu bestehenden und zukünftigen Haftungsfragen zum Thema Nachhaltigkeit und ESG, einschließlich Organhaftungsrisiken, Klimaklagen, Greenwashing, Verbandsklagen und Prozessfinanzierung. Hören Sie sich die neue Soundshot Folge über unsere Website, über Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts oder Amazon Music unter "Wolf Theiss Soundshot" an. Bei Fragen stehen wir unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com, theresia.welser@wolftheiss.com,  markus.taufner@wolftheiss.com und maximilian.buelau@hengeler.com gerne zur Verfügung.   

In our newest edition of Wolf Theiss Soundshot, Disputes experts Borna Dejanovic and Aleksandar Ristic approach the topic of use of AI in Dispute Resolution. Against the backdrop of increasing numbers of legal practitioners relying on generative AI tools to improve efficiency and productivity, they explore concrete examples of the various ways generative AI tools are currently being used, their benefits, as well as their shortcomings. Furthermore, they address the interesting topic of legal permissibility of the use of AI for legal professionals, drawing on the upcoming EU's regulation on AI and other factors that disputes practitioners must consider when incorporating such tools into their workflow. Our speakers also reflect on the future potentials of AI in the legal profession and take the opportunity to draw conclusions on how the use of these tools may yet impact the legal profession as a whole in the coming years. For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, please contact us at soundshot@wolftheiss.com.#WolfTheissSoundshot #WolfTheiss #AI #AIinDisputeResolution #AILegal

You're currently completing your legal studies or have already graduated. So, what's next? Studying law requires unwavering commitment similar to a full-time job, with all of the exams and essays to complete. But it's important to already start considering your career opportunities early on. This can help you select what you want to focus on in your studies. In this episode of Wolf Theiss Soundshot, our hope is to help support law students take a look at all of the options available to them in their future career paths, especially for those who are looking at alternative career paths. Our Wolf Theiss speakers Maria Antonia Reis Teixeira Da Costa, Learning Coordinator, Fiona Altmann, Recruiting Manager, and Maryam Ziaran, Social Media Manager, all share one thing in common: they all studied law. Similarly, while their current roles have strong legal components, they are currently pursuing alternative career paths, different from the more traditional path of becoming lawyers. In this episode, they discuss why they studied law and how this field of study aids them in their current positions. Perhaps more importantly, they provide tips for law students wanting to explore less traditional career paths, demonstrating how you can leverage your legal background for a multitude of other disciplines. Key takeaway: one of the best ways to explore your future career options are by seizing the opportunities around you, seeing what's out there, and what's a good fit for you. Our legal internships - applications open now - are a great example of how you can achieve this. Apply now to our legal internships, to see whether the more traditional legal career path is the right fit for you. Or, if you're interested in exploring alternative career paths, apply now for one of our Business Professionals positions, and start your career with us today. 

Diese Folge des Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcasts stellt die zweite Folge einer neuen Podcastreihe zum Thema "Nachhaltigkeitspflichten von Unternehmen" dar. In der ersten Folge (veröffentlicht am 11. Mai 2023) haben unsere Corporate/M&A Expertinnen Martina Edlinger und Jana Landhäußer einen kurzen Überblick über die Entwicklung und das aktuelle Gesetzgebungsverfahren auf EU Ebene hinsichtlich Nachhaltigkeitspflichten von Unternehmen gegeben und befassen sich in der zweiten Folge mit einzelnen wesentlichen Punkten und potenziellen Auswirkungen.Unter anderem gehen sie auf zentrale Begriffe des Richtlinienentwurfs – wie zum Beispiel jenen der "etablierten Geschäftsbeziehungen" oder der "Wertschöpfungskette" – näher ein. Darüber hinaus besprechen sie, wie die zusätzlichen Sorgfaltspflichten für Unternehmen konkret aussehen könnten, ob die geplante Richtlinie zu Systembrüchen im Gesellschaftsrecht der Mitgliedstaaten führen könnte und gehen auf das Thema des Shareholder Activism ein. Hören Sie sich die Soundshot Folge – verfügbar auf Deutsch – hier über unsere Website, über Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts oder Amazon Music unter "Wolf Theiss Soundshot" an!Bei Fragen stehen wir Ihnen jederzeit gerne unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com zur Verfügung. 

Die aktuelle Folge des Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcasts leitet eine neue Podcastreihe ein, die sich mit der geplanten EU Richtlinie über die Nachhaltigkeitspflichten von Unternehmen befasst. Dieses sieht Sorgfaltspflichten im Hinblick auf die Einhaltung von Menschenrechten, Umweltstandards und Klimaschutz entlang der gesamten Lieferkette vor. In der ersten Folge dieser Podcastreihe geben Martina Edlinger und Jana Landhäußer, beide Wolf Theiss Corporate/M&A, einen kurzen Überblick über den derzeitigen Stand des Gesetzgebungsverfahrens auf EU-Ebene und diskutieren kritische Punkte.Was bedeutet die Richtlinie für Unternehmen? Wer ist betroffen? Und welche Konsequenzen ergeben sich bei Nichteinhaltung? Die Antworten auf diese und viele weitere Fragen erfahren Sie in unserer Soundshot Folge, welche auf Deutsch verfügbar ist. Bei Fragen stehen wir Ihnen jederzeit gerne unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com zur Verfügung. 

In our newest edition of Wolf Theiss Soundshot, international arbitration specialist Sofia Kovačević from Wolf Theiss Vienna is joined by two guest speakers, International Arbitration Partner from Hanotiau & Van Den Berg, Iuliana Iancu, and Deputy Counsel at the ICC International Court of Arbitration Dimitra Tsakiri. Their discussion centers around their experiences within the field of international arbitration from the perspective of an arbitrator, counsel and ICC representative. They highlight the reality of everyday life as an arbitration practitioner as well as practical advice for young and foreign lawyers who wish to practice international arbitration, such as the relevance of exposure to various legal cultures and specialization in a specific industry, as well as the importance of striking the right work life balance for achieving a long term performance.  Additionally, they address diversity and the move towards greater inclusion (gender, age, ethnicity, and disabilities) within arbitration. Drawing on their personal experiences, they highlight the role of diverse teams in instilling soft skills such as leadership and team work as well as practical elements such as an increase in perspectives and thus enhanced legal reasoning.  For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In dieser Folge des Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcasts setzen sich unsere beiden Immobilienrechtsexpertinnen Marion Schimböck und Elisabeth Werginz mit der Mietzinsindexierung in Zusammenhang mit der aktuellen Inflation näher auseinander. Im Großteil der Mietverträge sind Wertanpassungsklauseln vereinbart, welche die Vermieter zur Anhebung des Mietzinses berechtigen. Da die derzeitige Inflation aber für viele bereits ohnehin eine massive finanzielle Herausforderung bedeutet, stellt sich die Frage, ob der Mietzins – vorausgesetzt eine Wertsicherungsklausel wurde im Mietvertrag ordnungsgemäß vereinbart – vom Vermieter selbst bei einer außergewöhnlich hohen Inflationsrate angepasst werden darf. Können Mieter einer Anhebung ihrer Mietzinszahlungspflicht eventuell Einwendungen entgegenhalten? Ist es Vermietern möglich auf eine Erhöhung des Mietzinses im Rahmen ihrer Privatautonomie zu verzichten und wie sieht die Rechtslage aus, wenn es sich beim Vermieter um keine Privatperson, sondern um eine Kapitalgesellschaft handelt? Die Antworten auf diese und weitere Fragen erfahren Sie in unserer Soundshot Folge – verfügbar auf Deutsch. Bei Fragen stehen wir Ihnen jederzeit gerne unter soundshot@wolftheiss.com zur Verfügung. 

In dieser Folge des Wolf Theiss Soundshot Podcasts diskutieren die ImmobilienrechtsexpertInnen Partnerin Birgit Kraml und Partner Peter Oberlechner gemeinsam mit der Geschäftsführerin der EHL Wohnen GmbH, Karina Schunker, über das "Bestellerprinzip" und die Vermietung von Wohnimmobilien am österreichischen Markt. Bisher wird die Maklergebühr bei der Vermietung in der Regel von Vermieter und Mieter bezahlt. Mit der geplanten Einführung des "Bestellerprinzips" (das Gesetz soll im März beschlossen werden) sollen Maklerkosten von demjenigen getragen werden, der den Makler als Erster beauftragt – somit in erster Linie von Vermietern. Wem nützt die Novelle? Wem schadet sie?Erfahren Sie in der neuen Soundshot Folge – verfügbar auf Deutsch – welche Auswirkungen das neue Gesetz für die einzelnen Parteien konkret mit sich bringt. Bei Fragen stehen wir Ihnen gerne zur Verfügung soundshot@wolftheiss.com . 

Renewables expert and Managing Partner of the firm's Bucharest office Bryan W. Jardine takes a deep look into Romania's renewable energy market with Mr. James Colter Eadie, who is the Founder and CEO of Jade Power Trust. Bryan and James discuss the historic subsidies that were granted to renewable energy investors in Romania between 2012 -2016 (in the form of tradeable green certificates) and how this development, along with the country's abundant geographical advantages, led to a largely unexpected investment boom in the wind and solar energy sectors during this period. With this as a backdrop, James discusses Jade Power Trust's decision to enter the Romania market and subsequent sale of its portfolio of 6 renewable energy projects in 2022.  With a view to the wider region and Europe's ambitious emissions reduction goals, Bryan and James consider the challenges and focal points for long-term sustainable decarbonization and transition in our region away from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com. 

In our newest edition of Wolf Theiss Soundshot, energy specialist Peter Ihasz from Wolf Theiss Budapest speaks with and tech & IP expert Flavius Florea from our Bucharest office regarding Flavius' recent article entitled "Artificial Intelligence & the future of IP rights". Flavius points out that the effective regulation of IP rights for AI systems and the creations of AI systems is critically important beyond just the need for legal clarity, because it can directly affect the motivation of market participants to innovate. Due to the novelty of non-humans creating new artistic works, a rethink is necessary of how we approach this topic altogether.In addition to the podcast, you can access Flavius' recent article here, or you can contact him directly to discuss how these topics might impact your business or legal practice.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com. 

In this episode in our podcast series dedicated to new ways of working, Hristina Dzhevlekova from Bulgaria and Andreea Stan from Romania will look at how the previous trend towards flexi work has developed in the "post-Covid environment" and is now turning into a back-to-the-office trend. Stay tuned to find out more about the challenges employees and employers alike face with the return to the office, but also hear some recommendations for employers on staying flexible in order to attract a more diverse pool of talent.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In this episode in our podcast series dedicated to new ways of working, Hristina Dzhevlekova from Bulgaria and Andreea Stan from Romania will look at how the previous trend towards flexi work has developed in the "post-Covid environment" and is now turning into a back-to-the-office trend. Stay tuned to find out more about the challenges employees and employers alike face with the return to the office, but also hear some recommendations for employers on staying flexible in order to attract a more diverse pool of talent.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

The pandemic and climate change have increased the need for digital tools/communication in legal proceedings, both in arbitration and in litigation. Due to the often international nature of arbitration proceedings in particular, the practice has become a pioneer in the use of digital tools. To discuss these topics as well their impacts on state courts, this podcast episode brings together arbitration specialist and Wolf Theiss lawyer Valentina Wong, who is joined by the Secretary General of the Vienna International Arbitral Centre, Niamh Leinwather along with Christian Koller, Professor of European and International Civil Procedure at the Universität Wien. Wolf Theiss arbitration/litigation lawyer Sofia Kovacevic was also instrumental in the making of this podcast.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

The pandemic and climate change have increased the need for digital tools/communication in legal proceedings, both in arbitration and in litigation. Due to the often international nature of arbitration proceedings in particular, the practice has become a pioneer in the use of digital tools. To discuss these topics as well their impacts on state courts, this podcast episode brings together arbitration specialist and Wolf Theiss lawyer Valentina Wong, who is joined by the Secretary General of the Vienna International Arbitral Centre, Niamh Leinwather along with Christian Koller, Professor of European and International Civil Procedure at the Universität Wien. Wolf Theiss arbitration/litigation lawyer Sofia Kovacevic was also instrumental in the making of this podcast.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Our newest podcast focuses on the relationship between competition law and sustainability, and more specifically the question if competition law is about to become green. This interesting discussion is hosted by Wolf Theiss lawyer and member of our Vienna competition team Martin Gassler, who is joined by competition law experts Viktoria Robertson and Simon Holmes.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Our newest podcast focuses on the relationship between competition law and sustainability, and more specifically the question if competition law is about to become green. This interesting discussion is hosted by Wolf Theiss lawyer and member of our Vienna competition team Martin Gassler, who is joined by competition law experts Viktoria Robertson and Simon Holmes.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Our newest podcast focuses on the relationship between competition law and sustainability, and more specifically the question if competition law is about to become green. This interesting discussion is hosted by Wolf Theiss lawyer and member of our Vienna competition team Martin Gassler, who is joined by competition law experts Viktoria Robertson and Simon Holmes.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In this new episode of Wolf Theiss Soundshot, lawyers Anna Rizova from our Sofia office and Adelina Iftime Blagean from our office in Bucharest discuss new standards of work – particularly around flexible working practices. They explore current trends among employees and employers, how this is impacting organisations, and the challenges and opportunities these topics present. From shifting employee expectations to emerging legislation, they provide insights into the current legal & market status and where we are headed from here.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Earlier this month, we released our first part of the episode "Do ask, do tell: LGBTIQ+ and the legal industry " with a focus on sexual orientation, gender and the role of diversity at Wolf Theiss. Also in this episode, we welcome Christian Mikosch, Partner of our Corporate/M&A team at Wolf Theiss and Pride Biz Austria - ally and Astrid Weinwurm-Willhelm, President of Pride Biz Austria as speakers. The second part of our episode continues the conversation on the need for greater awareness, why it is important to mention every single letter of LGBTIQ+ and many more answers to common questions.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In May 2021, Wolf Theiss became an ally of Pride Biz Austria, the umbrella organisation of Queer Business Women and Austrian Gay Professionals. Pride Biz Austria helps people and organisations understand why LGBTIQ+ Diversity is important.Since Wolf Theiss actively supports the LGBTIQ+ community and knows that much work is still to be done, we invited Astrid Weinwurm-Wilhelm to join us as a guest speaker for the 2 episodes of this podcast! Astrid is an organisational consultant supporting organisations in the implementation of Diversity Management. As President of Pride Biz Austria, Astrid works to make the LGBTIQ+ community more visible in the workplace. Together with Christian Mikosch, a Partner in our Corporate/M&A team and an ally in the partnership, she discusses the role of LGBTIQ+ Diversity at Wolf Theiss, our vision behind it and why it is vital to build up a rainbow network.Stay tuned for part two of Do ask, do tell: LGBTIQ+ and the legal industry which will be released on 28 October and find out why awareness is important to cultivate, why it is important to mention every single letter of LGBTIQ+ and many more answers to questions you might not normally ask. This episode was recorded in autumn 2021.For questions regarding this episode or about our podcast series Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com 

What are the risks Chinese investors face when doing business in Europe? What are a difference between Chinese state-owned enterprises, private companies and private equity investors? And why do capital remittance control matter?Christian Mikosch, Partner for our Corporate/M&A practice and head of the Wolf Theiss China desk invited Michael Zou, Partner at Chance Bridge and specialist for China outbound investment to answer these questions and talk about Chinese investments in Europe in general!This episode was recorded in autumn 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

European legislation introduced the concept of electronic signatures in 1999 when the Directive on a Community framework for electronic signatures was adopted (the so called eSignature Directive). A further step was taken in July 2016 when the eIDAS Regulation came into force and set the ground for a level playing field across all EU member states in relation to electronic signatures.In this new Wolf Theiss podcast episode, banking and finance lawyers Claudia Chiper and Marika Lomashvili discuss the current regulation applicable to electronic signatures in the EU, Austria and Romania, the interplay between EU and national legislation, and prospects in the context of the framework for a European Digital Identity. They discuss which types of finance documents may be concluded by applying an electronic signature and which agreements must be signed in wet ink in relation to financing transactions between corporates.This episode was recorded in summer 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

In July 2021,  the European Central Bank confirmed that it is going to be proceeding with its digital Euro project. How will this decision impact the Financial Services Industry? Our guest speakers, Silvia Attanasio - Head of Innovation at ABI -  and Petko Karamotchev -  CEO of Industria Technology - have been involved in the implementation of blockchain projects and the policy discussion around central bank digital currencies. Together with Richard Clegg, Partner in our Sofia office, they talk about distributed ledger technology, central bank digital currency solutions as well as recommendations for commercial banks.This episode was recorded in summer 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Holiday season is in full swing so to get you ready for yours, we chose a fitting topic: Holiday entitlement and the employment law aspects behind it! Most employees have dealt with questions like "How and when can I plan a holiday? What if I want to re-schedule my holidays? And can I be called back to the office?" To answer these questions and more, we invited three employment law experts to discuss holiday entitlement laws and the differences across our region. Isabel Firneis, Senior Associate in our Vienna Office, Barnabás Buzási, Counsel and head of the Employment practice in Budapest and Costin Salaru, Associate in our Bucharest office will get you ready for your days off.This episode was recorded in summer 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

What do the children of lawyers dream to be when they grow up? And what is it like juggling home school and home office? These were among the questions our Soundshot Community submitted. Listen to our most recent episode "Balancing work and family life: two lawyers share their views" to hear all the questions and answers from Silvia Fessl and Klemen Radosavljević. Silvia is Co-head of our Public Procurement team in Vienna and mother of 2 children. Also raising 2 kids, Klemen is a Partner of our Corporate, Competition & Antitrust and Projects team in Ljubljana. This episode was recorded in spring 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

What does digitalisation mean for my company, for my sector? This is the question business leaders must constantly ask themselves, especially now that sectoral lines are blurring as a result of innovative technologies. Anna Rizova (Managing Partner of our Sofia office, expert for regulatory and commercial matters in the energy and telecommunication sectors) and János Tóth (transaction lawyer and head of our local Corporate/M&A, Competition & Antitrust and Compliance teams in Budapest) explore how the digital transformation is shaping the markets in Central and Eastern Europe, including new players, new partnerships and big opportunities.This episode was recorded in spring 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

What accelerating trends and paradigm shifts is the real estate market facing? In one of our previous episodes, Partner Peter Oberlechner - one of the leading real estate lawyers in Austria- discussed how Covid-19 is impacting the market in CEE/SEE; In this episode, we want to dive deeper and focus on a tool that adds value to struggling asset classes: repurposing of real estate. Together with Radka Neničková - Counsel and specialist for real estate development and projects advisory in our Prague office - we explore what repurposing is about, why there is an increasing demand for it and which legal obstacles investors and developers needs to overcome.This episode was recorded in spring 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

After successfully completing a law degree, many attorneys ask themselves whether they should do an LL.M. (Master of Laws). Here at Wolf Theiss, we've noticed several open questions on the topic, so we decided to address them in our podcast! Associate Sofia Kovacevic and Senior Associate Markus Taufner, both members of our Disputes team, share their insights gained from their time as LL.M. candidates. Together with Johanna Klug from our HR department, they discuss why they decided to obtain an LL.M., their advice for prospective students, and HR's perspective on the matter. This episode was recorded in spring 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Last year was a training course for many companies in adaptation and agility. What are the lessons learnt and what is the outlook for the upcoming months in CEE? Wolf Theiss Partners Richard Clegg and Ileana Glodeanu discuss how businesses in the CEE region adapted in 2020 & 2021 and the positive prospects for the year ahead. They explain how companies in the region have coped with the current situation, why it paid off for entrepreneurs to make short-term decisions and why the upward trend in the region continues to accelerate despite the pandemic. Based in the Wolf Theiss Bucharest office, Ileana Glodeanu has a particular focus on energy, TMT and pharma. She has advised on some of the largest transactions in Romania in recent years. Richard Clegg works for our Sofia office and is an M&A lawyer working throughout the region. He has a specialisation in TMT & industry digitalisation, and leads many international commercial, venture and M&A transactions for entrepreneurs and funds.  This episode was recorded in spring 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

How do you support your female co-workers? What does it take to reach gender equality in the legal industry? And did you ever feel you had to fight harder for reaching your goals than your male colleagues had to?We asked Andjelka Todorović and Adelina Iftime-Blagean these and other questions to learn about their personal experiences on working and growing their legal practice in connection with gender equality in the legal industry.Andjelka is a qualified Serbian attorney-at-law and has worked on some of the most high-profile energy and infrastructure projects in Serbia, often being one of only few women on the project. Adelina heads the Romanian employment practice, a team which predominantly consists of female lawyers and has worked on countless international transactions.This episode was recorded in winter 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Female empowerment matters - not only on March 8th, International Women's Day, but on every other day of the year. While there is still a long way to go for true gender equality (not only in the legal industry but in many other industries, too), there has already been a lot of progress - more than one might think! For this episode, we asked our colleagues and followers on Social Media to submit their questions about female empowerment. People wanted to know which policies and programs are already in place at Wolf Theiss, the status quo of equal payment, opportunities for working parents and how to bring talent to the top. Andrea Gritsch, Partner and Member of our Management Team, and Barbara Stimpfl-Abele, Chief Human Resources Officer, are now addressing these questions, reflecting the WT approach and giving insight into their own situation as working moms pursuing a career in leadership positions. This episode was recorded in winter 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.

Influencer marketing is part of social media, but it is not as easy it appears to be. While brands and companies love to work with influencers and use their reach, the legal aspects behind it sometimes tend to be forgotten - with serious consequences as some examples have shown in the past. In this episode, Georg Kresbach, head of our IP & IT practice and expert for Intellectual Property Law, E-Commerce, Social Media and Technology talks about the legal obstacles behind advertising on Social Media together with guest speaker Anna Bonfiglio who has extensive experience working with social media personalities and their clients as Brand Strategist and promoting her own enterprise Bonfiglio Fashion. She is recognized as an industry leader by Creative Club Austria and the International Advertising Association.This episode was recorded in winter 2021.For questions regarding this episode and our podcast Wolf Theiss Soundshot, contact soundshot@wolftheiss.com.