OUR CLIENTS

You are the focus of ATTYS. Our aim is to understand your individual needs and develop customized solutions that meet your requirements. We are driven by your satisfaction and your success. As long-term partners, we work as equals—from entrepreneur to entrepreneur. Proactive consultation and transparent communication are our top priorities. This ensures you are always well informed and in safe hands.
The following is an overview of our sample clients, who are as diverse as the legal matters they approach us with.

Client Testimonials

As an international company, we are very satisfied with the cooperation. Communication is always fast and clear. We particularly appreciate the fact that the complex legal terminology is always explained to us in an comprehensible way. This way, we know exactly what steps we can or must take and always have clear proposals for action. We feel well supported and can recommend the law firm without reservation!
MONIKA URSULA ETZEL
VP Human Resources, Isovolta Group
The ATTYS team is very business-oriented. The comprehensive advice in media, trademark and corporate law was not only provided promptly, but also absolutely on point.
AMMAR JAVED
MD, AV-Medien
The cooperation with ATTYS is characterised by a business-oriented approach and professional support. We would like to highlight their deep understanding and genuine interest in our work at Veech x Veech – it goes far beyond mere legal advice. Communication is straightforward, and our requests are always handled quickly, accurately and with a focus on finding solutions.
MASCHA VEECH - KOSMATSCHOF
Partner, Veech x Veech
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KIM NATAMO
Developer
As a medium-sized company, it was essential for us to protect our innovations and technical expertise in a legally secure manner. ATTYS guided us step by step through the entire process of trade secret protection - from the initial analysis to employee training. We were particularly impressed by the solution-orientated approach and the in-depth understanding of our company structure. A real recommendation.
ROBERT FELGITSCHER
CERAM Austria

Use Cases

Trade Secret Protection through Implementation of a Protection Concept and Training Courses

An SME from the mechanical engineering sector engaged ATTYS to protect its trade secrets in a legally sound manner. As a first step, our experts identified and classified the company’s trade secrets and developed appropriate protective measures and internal guidelines. The specific purpose and structure of the company were taken into account. In a second step, our experts provided training to prepare employees for the sensitive handling of trade secrets. With our overall concept, we were able to ensure comprehensive and legally compliant protection of trade secrets.  

Short-Term Rental for Tourist Purposes in Vienna

An entrepreneur active in the real estate industry engaged ATTYS to clarify the legal framework for short-term rentals of business premises and other commercial properties via Airbnb in Vienna. Based on the client’s intended business model, we identified the legal restrictions on short-term rentals for tourism purposes. In particular, these included building regulations, commercial and residential property regulations, and the need for official permits or other approvals. As a result, the client received a statement that provided him with a comprehensive overview of the permissibility of the planned rentals and possible legal and economic risks. Thanks to our comprehensive advice, the client was able to implement his business strategy with regard to Airbnb rentals with legal certainty and successfully avoid economic risks by renting or purchasing unsuitable properties.

Cross-Border Reorganizations

A company based in Germany commissioned ATTYS to relocate its registered office from Germany to Austria. First of all, we worked with the client to determine which form of reorganization under the EU Reorganization Act (EU-Umgründungsgesetz) would best suit its plans. In addition, we used our network of lawyers to establish contact with a suitable partner law firm in Germany, which assisted the client with the relevant issues under German law. Our law firm prepared all the necessary corporate documents in accordance with Austrian law and coordinated the cross-border reorganization with the tax advisors and auditors involved. Thanks to our structured process and our broad network of partners, the relocation of the company was completed quickly, and the client was assisted with regard to the relevant issues under German law. Our law firm prepared all the necessary corporate documents in accordance with Austrian law and coordinated cross-border reorganization with the tax advisors and auditors involved. Thanks to our structured process and our broad network of partners, the relocation of the company was completed quickly.

Copyright protection for furniture design

An architect approached ATTYS with the question of whether a piece of furniture he had designed could be protected by copyright. After examining the professional licenses for architects, we came to the conclusion that architects are allowed to design and sell furniture, but that they are not allowed to manufacture it themselves without an appropriate partnership with a carpenter. In the next step, we analyzed the appropriate protection options for the furniture: Furniture can enjoy copyright protection if it has the required level of design by distinguishing itself from other products of a similar kind through its individual character. In addition, a piece of furniture can also be protected as a design if it is new and unique.

Media law advice on naming in the press

A former executive of an insolvent group of companies contacted ATTYS after his name was published without his consent in several articles in connection with the company’s insolvency. The right to anonymity derives from the general right of personality under Section 16 of the Austrian Civil Code (ABGB), whereby naming a person violates their right of personality if it impairs their interests worthy of protection. Our experts analysed the legal prospects of a lawsuit against the media company, weighing up the freedom of the press against the protection of personality rights. Since the client, despite his professional proximity to prominent personalities, was not a public figure himself and had deliberately remained in the background, we developed a strategy to strengthen his legal position. Thanks to our comprehensive media law advice, the client received a well-founded assessment of his legal situation and specific recommendations for dealing with future reporting.

Protection of personality rights in the case of unauthorised use of photographs

A married couple commissioned ATTYS after discovering that their wedding photos had been used without their consent on the website of the event location for advertising purposes. The use of a person’s image for advertising purposes violates Section 78 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG) if the person depicted is thereby exposed to the suspicion that they have made their image available for advertising purposes in return for payment. Our lawyers identified violations of both copyright and data protection provisions and sent coordinated warning letters to the photographer responsible and the event venue. In addition to the immediate removal of the images from the website, we asserted claims for information and damages, as wedding photos enjoy special legal protection as particularly intimate moments in a couple’s life. Through our decisive action, we were able to successfully enforce our clients’ personal rights and obtain appropriate compensation for the infringement suffered.