We clarify your concerns
Vienna is the capital of Austria. With around 2 million inhabitants, property disputes about houses and apartments can quickly arise in this metropolis.
As a real estate lawyer in Vienna, we support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), start-ups, family businesses and expanding companies as well as private individuals in all matters relating to real estate law.
As a specialized real estate lawyer, we are there for you with expert advice, the drafting and review of contracts, the assumption of fiduciary activities, etc.
Specific services
around general terms and conditions
1.
Data & parameters are clarified
- Is the customer an Austrian citizen?
- Is a permit from the immigration authorities required?
- Is there off-book ownership?
- Is a sale from an estate being carried out?
2.
Land register extract is checked
- Are there encumbrances that need to be deleted?
- Which shares are being sold?
- Are there any other rights to be observed (pre-emption rights, prohibitions on sale, residential rights, etc.)?
3.
Purchase contract
with escrow agreement is drawn up & signed by all parties after approval
4.
After receipt of the purchase price
and the taxes & duties on the escrow account (real estate transfer tax, registration fee), the self-calculation is carried out at the tax office (real estate transfer tax, registration fee, real estate income tax)
5.
Correspondence with the financing bank
- Trust agreement with financing bank
- Original mortgage deed
6.
Correspondence with the bank already entered in the land register
- Obtaining a declaration of deletion
- Payment of the outstanding liability
7.
Deletion of encumbrances in the land register
8.
Registration of the title for the buyer in the land register
Mag. Schaunig, Attorney at Law
Your property in safe hands
Your property in safe hands
In-house support
At our law firm in Vienna, we rely on personal in-house support.
0 % outsourcing, 100 % transparency.
Specialized
We specialize in real estate law. This means that we have more knowledge than a general lawyer.
From the purchase contract to legal representation, our team is at your side with expertise and passion.
Time
Whether it’s a small question or a big process: we take time for you and your concerns.
We also respond quickly to appointment requests – so that you can find a solution quickly.
Your house, your apartment, our services as a real estate lawyer from Vienna
Your house, your apartment, our services as a real estate lawyer from Vienna
Real estate brokerage law
- For brokers & anyone involved in a brokerage relationship
- Consulting
- Contracts
- Support with disputes
etc.
Contracts
- Creation & testing
- Rental, lease & purchase agreements
- Purchase offers
- Brokerage contracts
- Commission agreements
Handover protocols
etc.
Superädifikat & building law
- Building lease agreements
- Acquisition & sale of super-estates
- Rental & lease agreements
- Clearing & auctioning of super-estates
- Entries in the land register
etc.
Trusteeship
- For buyers & sellers
Processing of - Real estate transactions (house, apartment, business)
- Handling all matters relating to purchase price payments
- Warranty claims
Communication (with authorities, banks, brokers)
etc.
Representation & advice for property management companies
- For commercial and residential properties
Rent and eviction proceedings - Support with administrative tasks
- Rent collection
Support in disputes (WEG lawsuits etc.)
Support with lawsuits & proceedings
- Representation in and out of court
- Representation before arbitration boards
- Rent & eviction proceedings
- In construction law disputes
Claims for damages - Warranty claims
- Partition actions
- Rent reduction
etc.
Other support
- For buyers & sellers
Support with contract negotiations - All entries in the land register
- Fees to the tax office
Real estate law claims (enforcement/defense)
Consulting
- For entrepreneurs, property managers, estate agents
- Real estate law processes
Refurbishments and modernizations - Legal opportunities & risks in the area of trusteeship
- For commission claims
- And in all sub-services of our legal areas
What our clients say
What our clients say
Competent advice at eye level. Pleasant atmosphere and easily accessible office location. In the course of the free annual consultation, we were able to evaluate the upcoming milestones for our company in a constructive and practical manner.
Mr. Schaunig did a wonderful job of introducing us to the possible approaches. Competence, openness and the necessary portion of humor are always on board. – Thank you very much!
BW Badtraum & Wohnraum GmbH
I would like to thank Mr. Schaunig for his excellent support in the purchase of my property. From the initial consultation to the final contract processing, I felt that I was well looked after. His professional expertise in real estate law, his clear communication and his forward thinking gave me a lot of security in a complex purchase process.
I particularly appreciate his calm, structured manner and his willingness to respond to individual questions and concerns. You immediately notice that he works with a lot of experience and care. I am very grateful for the professional support and can recommend Mr. Schaunig without reservation.
Robert Trojan
A true professional with heart! From the very first conversation, I felt that I was in good hands. The advice was transparent, honest and very focused. Every wish was taken seriously and implemented in the best possible way. If you are looking for a reliable, friendly and extremely competent lawyer, Mr. Schaunig is the right person for you.
NEXTGEN Media
Legal regulations at a glance
Legal regulations at a glance
In order for real estate transactions – whether buying, selling or renting – to be concluded safely and in accordance with the law, specialist knowledge is required. As a specialized real estate lawyer from Vienna, we have in-depth expertise in this area of law.
Whether drawing up a purchase agreement, supporting owners’ meetings or providing comprehensive advice: we keep an eye on current legal regulations and ensure that your concerns are implemented.
Our experts at the law firm of Mag. Schaunig will be happy to support you!
Benefits & budget combined
What we hear again and again from our clients: Large law firms are too impersonal for them and, unfortunately, often too expensive. That’s why we want to take a different approach in our law firm:
Our aim is to combine the benefits, needs and budgets of our clients in all our services and to find the best solution on this basis. We see ourselves as your partner for real estate law and rely on trust and personal in-house support.
We work out solutions together with you – we don’t make decisions over your head. And if you have any questions about real estate law or a specific property? Simply get in touch!
Arnulf Schaunig
Competent real estate lawyer from Vienna
Your lawyer in 1020 Vienna
Real estate law is broad and comprehensive. It is often related to other areas of law such as inheritance law or includes other sub-areas, e.g. tenancy law.
Whether you are a seller or buyer, property manager or estate agent, house or apartment: as a real estate lawyer in Vienna, we take care of your concerns.
Our law firm employs specialized experts who take the time to understand the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises, family businesses, start-ups and expanding companies.
From legally compliant purchase contracts and fiduciary handling to representation in court or the examination of claims – our team is there for you for all real estate matters in Vienna, Lower Austria and the rest of Austria.
Advantage for existing customers:
Advantage for existing customers:
Once a year we offer our existing clients a free annual meeting. This appointment lasts approx. 1 hour and takes place in our law firm in the 2nd district. As with the recurring inspection of your vehicle, we check the most important legal areas of your company, find any existing weaknesses and clarify possible optimizations – completely free of charge!