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The defence and security industry is evolving rapidly — driven by global geopolitical shifts, tightening regulations, increased defence spending, and accelerated innovation in dual-use and emerging technologies. This dynamic landscape is further shaped by the rise of defence-tech startups, venture-backed innovators, and strategic investors fueling cutting-edge development.
In this highly sensitive and strategically significant sector, companies and their stakeholders require legal advisors with an in-depth understanding of government relations, procurement frameworks, and security protocols, as well as cross-jurisdictional regulatory foresight.
Schoenherr supports international and regional players operating in or entering the defence and security markets across CEE/SEE. With proven experience in advising on public procurement, export controls, sanctions compliance, cybersecurity, and sensitive M&A transactions, we stand as a reliable partner to defence contractors, systems integrators, high-tech manufacturers of defence equipment, sovereign investors, and emerging startups entering the dual-use technology and security space.
We offer tailored legal solutions along the entire defence and security value chain, including:
Schoenherr's presence across key CEE/SEE countries ensures local expertise with seamless cross-border coordination. Our lawyers combine sector-specific knowledge with regulatory depth to advise global players, emerging innovators, and investors operating in countries with diverse defence priorities and regulatory regimes. We act as the conduit between local law and international defence compliance standards.
We represent a broad spectrum of industry actors, including:
Our mandates are often high-stakes and confidential, requiring a trusted adviser with deep understanding of the case and absolute discretion.
For legal advice that balances strategic clarity with regulatory rigour, get in touch with our dedicated defence and security team.
Constantin
Benes
Partner
austria vienna
Alexandra
Doytchinova
Office Managing Partner
bulgaria
Sebastian
Guţiu
Office Managing Partner
romania
Thomas
Kulnigg
Partner
austria vienna
Clemens
Rainer
Partner
austria vienna
Michael
Woller
Partner
austria vienna
Through publications, newsletters, legal insights and podcasts, our team frequently analyses legal trends in national defence regulation, transatlantic policy developments, and compliance challenges. We actively monitor EU defence industrial policy, cybersecurity regulation, and export control reforms — including developments impacting startups and their investors — to ensure our clients remain ahead of the curve.
ReArm Europe: (Financing of) Defence made in the EU
1 Taking matters into own hands
On 19 March 2025, the EU Commission presented a White Paper for European Defence – Readiness 2030. At the same time, it introduced a comprehensive defence package as part of the ReArm Europe Plan, providing financial incentives for EU Member States to boost investments in defence capabilities.