Legal 500 Comparative Guide: Class Actions in Austria

Article • Litigation from Christian Lenz, Patrick Mittlböck

In the latest edition of the Legal 500 Comparative Guide: Class Actions, Christian Lenz and Patrick Mittlböck provide an in-depth look at "Austrian-style" collective claims – a legal construct that has gained importance in the absence of formal US-style class actions.

Their chapter outlines how collective litigation is handled under Austrian law and examines the growing relevance of such claims, especially in light of the EU Representative Actions Directive.

Key topics covered include:

Collective redress mechanisms
Procedural and legal hurdles for mass claims
Implications of the EU directive for businesses operating in Austria

The full chapter is available here.

The team

Christian Lenz

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Associated Partner / Real Estate Law, Litigation, Banking, Insurance and Securities Regulation Law

Christian represents several banks, insurers, and gaming companies in civil proceedings. His advice on drafting contracts, developing marketing materials, and implementing effective preventive measures is invaluable to his clients.

University of Vienna, Faculty of Law (Mag. iur. 2002)

Patrick Mittlböck

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Partner / Litigation, Gaming & Entertainment

Patrick is an advisor and advocate for companies and decision-makers in complex civil court proceedings. His focus is on litigation in business law as well as gaming & entertainment.

University of Vienna, Faculty of Law (Magister iuris 2016)

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