Episodes

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 manag...

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...

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 ...

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...

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 valuabl...

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 Sus...

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 Artifici...

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 a...

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 ...

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...

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 per...

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...

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 wesen...

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 derzeiti...

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 highligh...

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, o...

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...

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 unexpe...

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 mark...

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...

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 ...

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.

What impact did COVID-19 have on Mergers and Acquisitions in the CEE/SEE region? In the first episode of Wolf Theiss Soundshot, Corporate & M&A Partners Sarah Wared and Florian Kusznier from our Vienna Office discuss the changes in deal structures they have seen in the first half of 2020, how M&A transactions have been affected and their expectations for future deals in Austria, Central-, Eastern-, and South-Eastern Europe. This episode was recorded in summer 2020. Are you looking for more info...