"They are very knowledgeable and experienced in complex regulatory matters for FinTech and crypto."
"The lawyers at PFR were always very responsive and provided all deliverables on time."
"Bernd Fletzberger gives meaningful and insightful advice. It is a pleasure to work with him."
"I know that he's capable of understanding complex business models and is advising a lot of big firms. He is well known in this area."
Chambers Fintech Legal - Austria 2026
Chambers and Partners has ranked PFR in Band 2 in the Fintech Legal area in 2026 and has ranked our partner Bernd Fletzberger as a leading individual in Band 1.
Chambers recognises that PFR advises on a wide range of matters related to FinTech activities. The firm supports clients entering the Austrian market and also advises on licensing issues related to crypto and blockchain activities.
Legal 500 Ranking 2025 - "Banking and Finance"
PFR Attorneys at law has been recognised by Legal 500 as a high-performing and sophisticated boutique law firm for banking and financial market law. The law firm was included in the group of ‘leading firms’ with its very first submission. This demonstrates the firm's impressive strength in regulatory law as well as its prominent client structure.
"The focus is on pragmatic business law advice and innovative legal solutions for special issues."
"Deep knowledge of the banking regulatory framework combined with an understanding of the goals, processes and expectations of the regulator."
"Bernd Fletzberger is very committed to delivering a tailored solution with a high sense for business needs and challenges."
"He always remains calm and has a very nuanced approach to complex questions."
"He is fast and excellent in his field, he brings issues to the point and always works out practical solutions with us."
Chambers Europe Ranking 2025 - "Banking and Finance: Regulatory"
Chambers and Partners has once again named our partner Bernd Fletzberger a ‘Leading Individual’ in banking and finance law in the current Europe Legal Guide 2025. This is yet another Chambers accolade for Bernd Fletzberger's extensive expertise in a broad range of banking and finance issues and his strength in fintech-related matters.
Juve Ranking 2025/2026 - "Bank- und Finanzrecht"
PFR Rechtsanwälte is also recognised in the Juve Handbook 2025/2026 as a top law firm in banking and finance law. When it comes to payment service providers and cryptocurrency providers, our partner Bernd Fletzberger is one of the most experienced lawyers in Austria, according to Juve's research. Thanks to his excellent reputation among banks and fintechs, as well as numerous satisfied clients, the practice is constantly receiving new inquiries.
‘Dr Bernd Fletzberger is highly experienced in complex matters of financial market law and provides extremely results-oriented advice.’