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Contract Law

Design and implementation of appropriate contracts

  • How can I ensure that my contract is valid and enforceable under Austrian law?
  • What are the legal differences between a contract for work, a service contract and a freelance service contract?
  • What is the advantage of general terms and conditions? In which cases do they offer me an advantage?
  • Which Viennese solicitor can assist me in negotiating individual contract clauses?

Representation in disputes arising from contracts

  • What can I do if my contractual partner breaches their contractual obligations?
  • When am I permitted to withdraw from the contract under Austrian law?
  • How can I defend myself against an unjustified termination of contract?
  • Does it make sense for me to agree to arbitration in order to achieve a quicker and cheaper solution in the event of a dispute?

Why Schmelz lawfirm

  • In most cases, average cases do not require comprehensive masterpieces of legal subtlety in line with Anglo-American practice, which are primarily beneficial to the budget of the drafter. Conversely, naive trust in a private or business partner can come back to haunt you later, and forward-looking contractual protection can be essential. We value a healthy middle ground, clear, practical and pragmatic solutions. Contract law is an interdisciplinary subject: it can focus on family law, inheritance law, corporate law or real estate law.
  • We have lawyers with specialist knowledge in all of the above areas (and more) who have comprehensive expertise in both the drafting of contractual agreements and in disputes arising from contracts.
  • We work quickly and effectively and are at the cutting edge of technology, providing you with timely results at fair prices.