Insolvency & Restructuring

Economic challenges may affect any organisation as a result of shifting market dynamics, unexpected circumstances, strategic missteps, or shortcomings in management. In these situations, it is essential to swiftly identify an effective strategy: interests should be thoroughly evaluated, legal obligations meticulously adhered to, and key decisions—often carrying substantial long-term consequences—must be taken. Our team offers expert support at every stage, focusing on core objectives and providing robust, actionable solutions from the initial signs of difficulty through to sustained business stability.

As insolvency advisors, we draw upon substantial expertise, including specialised knowledge gained through collaboration with banks and financial institutions. Our firm offers comprehensive guidance to companies, managing directors, investors, and financiers throughout the entire process—from initial restructuring and proactive crisis management to judicial insolvency proceedings. We are committed to delivering value-preserving solutions with the highest level of effectiveness.

Key Areas of Expertise

• Cross-Disciplinary Skills
  Our team combines expertise in law, economics, and technology with substantial experience overseeing complex turnaround situations, estate administration, and insolvency matters.

• Locations in Vienna and Salzburg, Austria
  We combine robust regional presence with a comprehensive international network. Our established offices in Vienna and Salzburg enable us to provide clients with accessible, responsive, and personalised service.

• Benn-Ibler Client Solutions
  Leveraging proprietary AI tools developed collaboratively by our legal and IT specialists, we efficiently analyse substantial data volumes, organize information precisely, and document outcomes in full compliance with legal requirements. This process streamlines complex procedures, enhances transparency, and supports swift, informed decision-making.

Client Projects

• Advising a leading Austrian real-estate developer on the restructuring of several working capital facilities to mitigate insolvency risk.
• Ongoing provision of advisory services to the leasing division of an Austrian commercial bank, focused on the restructuring of various lease finance arrangements for yachts and aircraft, as well as the enforcement of associated collateral.
• Further Notable Client Project References
• Providing strategic counsel to a real estate investor regarding the establishment of two private equity entities for the acquisition, development, and eventual disposition of significant real estate portfolios in Germany.
• Providing counsel to personally liable managing directors of a major, globally operating firm regarding their legal rights, duties, and potential liabilities in relation to the responsibilities of executive boards within stock corporations.
• Managing multiple insolvency proceedings in Central and Eastern Europe on behalf of Austrian commercial banks, encompassing the appointment of insolvency administrators and the liquidation of real estate assets related to insolvency matters.
• Overseeing the management of workout processes for Austrian commercial banks related to two Hungarian hotel and retail properties, encompassing pre-insolvency acquisition, project development, construction, leasing, and divestment activities, with a combined transaction volume of EUR 75 million.
• Advising an Austrian financial institution regarding the restructuring and eventual sale of a spa hotel project, prompted by technical insolvency.
• Providing comprehensive legal counsel to an Austrian bank on commencing bankruptcy proceedings against a borrower, offering strategic guidance during the process and supporting the recovery of outstanding amounts owed to the institution.