Nicolaus
Mels-Colloredo
Career & skills
Nicolaus Mels-Colloredo primarily works in the area of transactions as well as individual and collective labor law cases. His main focus lies in advising clients on M\&A transactions, labor law issues related to company transactions or restructurings, and negotiations with works councils and trade unions. Additionally, he is expanding his expertise in the area of the Settlement and Residence Act as well as the Foreign Employment Act, thereby enhancing PHH Attorneys-at-Law’s range of legal services in important fields.
Nicolaus has been a lawyer since 2009 and has been a partner at PHH Attorneys-at-Law ever since.
He speaks German, English, and French.
What motivates me:
The enjoyment of diverse challenges, connecting with people, and achieving goals through unconventional solutions.
If I hadn’t become a lawyer, I would be:
A music producer.
My three greatest passions:
Music, sports, and family.
News.
3. April 2026
Legal500 Ranking 2026
Great news! Our team has once again been recognized in this year’s Legal500 ranking for its outstanding performance in various areas! A huge round of applause goes to: Banking & Finance: Wolfram Huber Administrative Law And Public Sector: Stefanie Werinos, & Theresa Karall Commercial, Corporate And M&A: Rainer Kaspar & Philip Rosenauer…
24. March 2026
PHH Rechtsanwält:innen once again recognized in the Chambers and Partners Europe 2026 Ranking
We are delighted that PHH Attorneys-at-Law has once again been recognized in the Chambers and Partners Europe 2026 ranking. We are very pleased with this recognition and see it as a confirmation of our commitment to delivering excellent legal advice. Our partners were also individually ranked: Wolfram Huber – Banking…
12. January 2026
New rules and many question marks
Legal. In 2026, new laws will come into force that will bring more control for companies, but also more protection for employees – and which could lead to more frequent court cases. Educational leave will be abolished, additional income from minor work will be restricted, and partial retirement will be…
16. December 2025
More protection for the ‘freelancers’
From next year, new rules will apply to freelance service contracts – such as notice periods and the option of collective agreements. An overview of the opportunities and obstacles. From 1 January 2026, people who enter into a so-called freelance employment relationship will have more rights. While the regulations on…
3. December 2025
Who will be allowed to earn extra income from January onwards?
From 1 January, stricter rules will apply to unemployed people. Only certain groups will be allowed to earn a small amount of extra income. What to do now. From 1 January 2026, anyone receiving unemployment benefit or emergency assistance will no longer be allowed to earn additional income up to…
24. November 2025
PHH advises Heilmoor Neydharting GmbH on the acquisition of an Upper Austrian company
PHH Rechtsanwält:innen provided legal advice to Heilmoor Neydharting GmbH on the acquisition of an Upper Austrian company, including its over 30,000-year-old “Heilmoor” (healing moor). Research has shown that flowers, herbs, grasses, and other plants have been deposited in the Neydharting therapeutic moor for at least 30,000 years. This moor was…
11. September 2025
PHH x GO2CONSULT | Bubbles above the rooftops of Vienna
PHH Rechtsanwält:innen and GO2CONSULT hosted an exclusive rooftop event. With a fine selection of French and Austrian sparkling wines accompanied by exquisite amuse-bouches, guests had the opportunity to engage in personal conversations and establish valuable contacts. In a relaxed atmosphere above the rooftops of Vienna, many inspiring encounters and stimulating…
7. July 2025
Work meets vacation
From vacation apartments to beach cafés—the Telework Act makes it possible to work from anywhere. But what does labor law say about workations? There are no longer any limits to the world of work: since January 1, 2025, employees have been allowed to do their office work practically anywhere. This…
15. January 2025
PHH advises ATG Entertainment on New Musical Theater in Vienna
Launch of Austria’s Largest Privately Financed Theater Project City Councilor Peter Hanke, Vienna Chamber of Commerce President Walter Ruck, and Dr. Kurt Gollowitzer (CEO of Wien Holding) joined Joachim Hilke (CEO of ATG Entertainment Europe) to unveil the new musical venue “Theater im Prater.” Legal counsel for ATG Entertainment on…
3. April 2024
HR conference “TalentForum”
Circle April 11 in red for the TalentForum at Le Méridien Vienna – a must for anyone who wants to be at the forefront of the world of employee recruitment and employer branding. Nicolaus Mels-Colloredo, PHH Partner and expert in employment law, will be presenting exciting insights in his lecture…
3. April 2024
Legal500 Ranking 2024
Great news! Our team has once again been recognized in this year’s Legal500 ranking for its outstanding performance in various areas! A huge round of applause goes to: Banking & Finance: Wolfram Huber & Lisa Urbas Administrative Law And Public Sector: Stefanie Werinos, Sandra Kasper & Theresa Karall Commercial, Corporate…
14. April 2020
Täglicher Corona-Call
Die Corona-Pandemie stellt Unternehmen vor besondere Herausforderungen. Zu den wirtschaftlichen Einbußen kommt die rechtliche Unsicherheit. Ständig ändern sich die Rahmenbedingungen, werden nachjustiert oder verworfen. Keine Sorge, wir bei PHH Rechtsanwält:innen haben den Durchblick und lassen Sie nicht alleine. Als führende Rechtsberater geben wir Ihnen die Möglichkeit, sich in einem persönlichen…
