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Erik Steiner

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Erik is a distinguished and integral member of the IT/IP practice group in Vienna. With a background in software development, his expertise spans across multiple domains, including Open Source Software (OSS), data protection, software licensing, cyber security, IT outsourcing as well as the rapidly growing fields of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Web3. His unique insights into the industry and his experience allow him to effectively advise both multinational and domestic clients, tailoring his approach to their specific needs.

As a video gaming law expert, he supports companies from this industry by providing comprehensive legal advice on a wide variety of issues, including the specific gaming regulations in Austria. Being a member of the International Videogaming Group enables him to collaborate with colleagues from multiple regions and stay abreast of the latest development in gaming law, ensuring clients receive the most up-to-date and well-rounded advice possible.

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Since 2025 Counsel, Taylor Wessing
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2019 Law clerk, Higher Regional Court of Vienna
2018 – 2019 Associate, Baker & McKenzie Diwok Hermann Petsche
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2011 – 2017 Law studies, University of Vienna

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Since 2025 Counsel, Taylor Wessing
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2020 – 2023 Associate, Taylor Wessing
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2019 Law clerk, Higher Regional Court of Vienna
2018 – 2019 Associate, Baker & McKenzie Diwok Hermann Petsche
2017 – 2018 Legal advisor, Ministry of the Interior
2015 Trainee, Ruggenthaler Rest & Borsky

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2011 – 2017 Law studies, University of Vienna

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