Chambers 2026 – White-Collar Crime Austria
PAULITSCH LAW has established itself as a leading boutique firm in Vienna, specializing in economic criminal law and compliance consulting. Founded in 2016, the firm advises both corporations and individuals in complex criminal proceedings involving embezzlement, fraud, financial crimes, corruption, tax evasion, and breach of trust.
Recognition by Chambers & Partners demonstrates the firm’s exceptional expertise and outstanding reputation. Dr. Heidemarie Paulitsch, founder and partner, has been continuously ranked in the Chambers Guide for 15 years—a testament to her sustained prominence in white-collar crime and anti-corruption law. With more than 20 years of experience in compliance consulting and active criminal defense, she has established herself as a leading practitioner in her field.
Complementing Dr. Paulitsch is partner Dr. Pilar Mayer-Koukol, bringing extensive international experience gained at the Austrian Trade Commission in Barcelona and the Basel Institute on Governance. As co-founder and vice president of the Austrian White Collar Crime Association (AWCCA), she specializes in whistleblower protection and internal investigations.
Chambers and Co. since 2004.
The team is distinguished by notable strengths: Chambers highlights PAULITSCH LAW’s unconventional thinking, vigorous client advocacy, sound legal analysis, a robust network within Austria, and a focused, precise approach. The firm provides comprehensive services spanning criminal defense, victim representation, compliance consulting, and internal investigations.
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