Experience

Philip Raffling is a partner at Raffling Tenschert Lassl Griesbacher & Partner Rechtsanwälte GmbH, where he leads a team specializing in immigration law. He assists individuals, families, and businesses with all stages of migrating to Austria, including applying for residence and work permits. His practice focuses on developing tailored migration paths aligned with clients' future goals to secure visas or residence permits smoothly. He also advises on qualification assessments required for certain residence permits and supports clients throughout the legal process from initial application to permit granting. Prior to his current role, he worked at prominent Austrian law firms including Graf & Pitkowitz Rechtsanwälte GmbH, Cerha Hempel Spiegelfeld Hlawati Rechtsanwälte GmbH, and Kerres | Partners.

Specialty

Philip Raffling specializes in immigration law, particularly private and investment immigration. His expertise includes advising both domestic and international clients—private individuals, family offices, and corporations—on residence and citizenship matters in Austria. Additionally, his work covers corporate law aspects such as company formation and restructuring. Philip also provides legal advice related to hospitality, gastronomy and leisure industries, as well as data protection law. His immigration practice is focused on guiding clients through complex Austrian residence permit requirements, business-related immigration, and family reunification.

Education

Philip Raffling studied law at the University of Vienna. In addition, he has completed specialized certification in data protection and privacy rights in Austria and holds engagement in professional standards groups related to data protection management. He also teaches on legal frameworks of data security at FH Campus Wien and contributes as a trainer and author in the field of privacy and digital economy law.

Achievements and Recognition

Specialization in Immigration Law: Philip Raffling is recognized for advising both domestic and foreign clients on all immigration matters, offering tailored solutions for companies and individuals, including ultra-high-net-worth individuals, highly skilled key personnel, and entrepreneurs.
Expertise in Data Protection and Commercial Law: In addition to immigration, he advises on data protection law and supports international companies and individuals in various areas of commercial law.
Leadership Role: Philip Raffling is listed as a Partner and Attorney at Law at Raffling Tenschert Lassl Griesbacher & Partner Rechtsanwälte.

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