Our fields of expertise

Our team of seasoned lawyers at Bergt Law has expertise in a wide range of areas. We are committed to providing custom tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients. We leverage our international practice experience and industry expertise across disciplines within our law firm to develop and create efficient and client-focused solutions.

Bergt Law is a law firm headquartered in Liechtenstein with another office in Austria specialized in the legal requirements of both small and medium-sized enterprises as well as large corporations. In line with our corporate vision, we also advise and represent private clients with their individual consulting requirements. Contact us to learn more about how we may assist you in your your legal needs! 

At Bergt Law, we provide a wide range of legal services to clients in Liechtenstein on a global scale. Our experienced team of attorneys is dedicated to providing personalized and effective legal solutions to meet the unique needs of each of our clients. We specialize in several key areas of law, including:

1. Banking and Financial Market Law: We advise clients on regulatory matters such as MiFID & MiFIR, CRD & CRR, EMIR, PSD, AIFMD, UCITSD, MiCAR, etc and the legal implementation of ESG-compliant & sustainable finance models. We provide comprehensive legal services to financial intermediaries and other participants of the financial markets in Liechtenstein. This includes the licensing and registration as financial intermediaries with the Financial Market Authority (FMA) Liechtenstein and the formal preparation of securities prospectuses for the public offering of financial instruments, including notification in the EU and EEA ("passporting").
    
2. Commercial & Corporate Law: We provide legal advise on the structuring and formation of companies, the preparation of articles of association, legal support for registration with the commercial register and trade registrations and licenses, corporate transactions, asset protection and corporate succession, foundation and trust law, and liability law for board members.
    
3. White-collar Criminal Law: We advise clients on compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and other due diligence requirements, and represent clients in relation to white-collar crime and advise on liability claims of board responsibility and possible self-disclosures to prevent imprisonment.
    
4. Legal Advice & Expert Opinions: We provide comprehensive legal advice on all matters and offer strategic papers and legal opinions for clients’ internal decision-making or presentation to authorities or business partners, including rulings with authorities.
    
5. Contract and Compensation Law: We support and advise on the drafting and review of contracts of all kinds, labour law matters, inheritance law matters, enforcement or defense of claims for damages, and warranty claims.
    
6. Intellectual Property & IT-Law: We advise on license agreements, e-commerce law and media law, copyright and trademark law, data protection, competition law, technical issues, and legal implementation of online presence.
    
7. Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management: At Bergt Law, we understand the importance of governance, compliance, and risk management for businesses operating in Liechtenstein. Our team of experienced attorneys is dedicated to providing comprehensive legal advice and support to help our clients navigate the complex regulatory landscape and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
    
8. Dispute Resolution, Investor Litigation & Regulatory Proceedings: We have a deep understanding of the legal landscape, and a proven track record of success in representing clients in a wide range of disputes, including those related to securities fraud, insider trading, and other forms of financial misconduct. With extensive experience in dispute resolution, and commitment to our clients, we are well-positioned to help you navigate the complex and ever-changing landscape of investor litigation and regulatory proceedings.

We support you in particular in your following legal concerns:

• Incorporation & structuring of companies
• Legal set-up for start-ups
• Legal advice in the fields of compliance and risk management
• Litigation and conflict resolution
• Criminal defense specialized in white-collar crime cases
• Private clients - wealth and estate planning
• Advice in the area of blockchain and fintech
• Intellectual property law, IT law and data protection
• Contract law, inheritance law & business succession
• Labour law & tenancy law
• Warranty and damages & investor litigation
• Foundation and trust law
• Preparation of securities prospectuses and approval procedures with the Financial Market Authority incl. notification ("passporting") in the European Economic Area and the EU
• Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and other transactions as well as legal support with investment rounds
• Asset Protection & Asset Recovery
• Representation in regulatory proceedings, in particular in front of the Financial Market Authority
• Licensing, registrations and other clarifications with the Financial Market Authority

We take pride in our ability to provide personalized, strategic legal solutions to meet the specific needs of each of our clients in each individual case. Our team is committed to providing responsive, personalized service, and keeping clients informed and involved in the decision-making process.

If you are in need of legal assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at Bergt Law. Our team of dedicated attorneys is ready to help you navigate the legal landscape and achieve your goals.

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