Daniel Schwarzl
Attorney Daniel Schwarzl LLM (WU) LLM (Stanford) is the managing partner of the law firm Fredricks, Schwarzl & von der Horst and is admitted to the bar in Austria, New York and California. He is also official trusted counsel (Vertrauensanwalt) of the Austrian Consulate General in Los Angeles.
He studied business administration and business law at the Vienna University of Economics and Business Administration in Austria and subsequently completed a law degree at Stanford Law School. With years of experience across multiple jurisdictions, he has built a reputation for navigating complex legal challenges with confidence and care.
He specializes in US market entry, venture capital, start-ups, and complex cases of immigration law, including dual citizenship and investment-based residence titles. His expertise spans a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare, energy, and fintech, where he advises both emerging companies and established enterprises on their strategic growth initiatives. Daniel frequently guides clients through financing rounds, such as seed funding, Series A, and beyond, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions while optimizing their capital structures. He is particularly adept at assisting high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs with residence titles by investment in Austria, leveraging programs like the Austrian Private Residence Program to secure residency through significant financial commitments.
Additionally, his work in immigration law encompasses advising on cross-border mobility, helping clients secure dual citizenship or navigate visa processes for business purposes. His multilingual capabilities and deep understanding of both European and American legal systems enable him to serve a diverse clientele, from Silicon Valley start-ups seeking international expansion to European firms establishing a foothold in the U.S. market.