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NISG 2026 – it’s getting serious

Implementation of the NIS 2 Directive in Austria:
NISG 2026 – New cybersecurity obligations for more companies.

Johannes Hartlieb appointed Contract Partner

Johannes Hartlieb is a new contract partner specializing in antitrust, public procurement, and regulatory law.

Legal 500 EMEA 2026

Haslinger / Nagele has once again been recognized in the Legal500 EMEA 2026 rankings and is now ranked in two additional practice areas.

Chambers Europe Guide 2026: generational bridge reflected in rankings

Haslinger / Nagele continues to strengthen its position and is listed in the Chambers European Ranking 2026 with 6 practice areas and 11 lawyers.

Energy Communities 2.0 – what does the ElWG bring?

The new Energy Community Act also requires existing energy communities to make changes.

Project “Spange Wörth”: species protection with pragmatism and common sense

Proportionality and Objectives in Environmental Law – Good News from the ECJ

E-Control launches market consultation on grid fees

E-Control is launching the reform of the Austrian network tariff system with a market consultation on the SNE Framework Regulation.

Medical law: pharmacologic treatment of obesity

Gisela Ernst, together with Bianca-Karla Itariu and Stephanie Poggenburg, examines the need for treatment and the therapeutic approach in three cases involving patients with obesity.

EAG subsidy ordinances 2026 – now in effect

The regulations for the 2026 EAG grants are now in effect. We have summarized the most important changes.

RdU & ZVG: events, developments, and future directions

From current events and legislative developments to perspectives on environmental mediation, our experts publish in the journals RdU and ZVG.

Growth at the Vienna location

In February, the Haslinger / Nagele team continues its growth trajectory of recent years with a new hire and an internal promotion at its Vienna office. With Klara Fuchs (38), Haslinger / Nagele gains an accomplished Attorney-at-Law with diverse experience in the field of compliance, to further support companies […]

CBAM sharpened: what companies can expect in 2026

CBAM has been in effect since January 1, 2026. Read here to find out what this means for businesses in concrete terms.

Outlook for 2026

The lawyers at Haslinger / Nagele look to the future and provide an outlook on what legal changes 2026 could and will bring.

New release: Circular Economy Handbook

In the handbook, Reka Krasznai and Michael Öttinger provide insights into responsibilities during the post-occupancy phase.

Significant tightening of environmental criminal law

Laura Baumgartner-Viechtbauer explains the new EU directive on criminal law protection of the environment.

(Un)social egg freezing

Johanna Fischer-Proier and Gisela Ernst take a look at the latest developments surrounding the Constitutional Court ruling on social egg freezing.

Handbuch Aufsichtsrat – third edition

Dietmar Lux and Julius Ecker provide insights on the topic of “The Chairman of the Supervisory Board as Head of the Annual General Meeting.”

Postponed is not abandoned – current developments at EU level

At the end of the year: Current developments in energy and environmental law at EU level

JUVE Ranking 2025: Haslinger / Nagele among the top law firms for dispute resolution

In the November/December 2025 issue of JUVE, Haslinger / Nagele is once again recognized as one of Austria’s leading law firms in the field of dispute resolution:

“Cheaper Electricity Act” passed!

The new Electricity Market Act has been passed by Parliament!

IFLR1000: first-time ranking in four categories

The 35th edition of the IFLR1000 rankings for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa has been published, and Haslinger / Nagele has moved up another category since the last ranking.

False information, real consequences?

Mathis Fister and Julia Ruiter provide insights into the significance of the AI Regulation for Austrian companies.

Green light from Brussels for Austria’s electricity network reserve!

EU Commission approves Austria’s aid for electricity security – a signal for stable and competitive energy supply!

JUVE top 25 employers: at Haslinger / Nagele, your career meets appreciation

In the latest JUVE Career Austria 2025 ranking, we were once again recognized as one of the top 25 employers for trainee lawyers.