Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda > Budapest, Hungary > Firm Profile

Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda > The Legal 500 Rankings

Hungary > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1

Focusing on the CEE and SEE regions, the banking and finance team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda advises Hungarian and international borrowers, banks, insurance companies, funds and other financial services institutions. The practice’s diverse client base sees the team advise on a full spectrum of transactions, from commercial lending, to private equity, to securitisation. The group’s holistic approach draws on its cross-practice expertise and the team often advises on the commercial and M&A aspects of investment projects. An increased focus on the energy sector has seen the group advise on the financing of renewable energy projects, and the team counts investors in solar park and PV power plant developments among its newer clients. Practice head Melinda Pelikán has almost 20 years’ experience in the financing of construction and infrastructure projects. László Lovas advises on regulatory matters within the banking and capital markets sectors, supporting credit institutions, public and private companies, and investment fund managers.

Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 1

The projects and energy team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda offers clients a combination of renewable energy and project finance expertise. Solar energy investment projects are a key focus area, and the group is well placed to advise on issues across the whole life cycle. Energy arbitration is a niche area of expertise, and practice co-head Zoltán Faludi is an expert in energy-related dispute resolution. Faludi leads the team alongside László Kenyeres, who is actively involved in renewable energy and infrastructure development projects across Europe. Norbert Bálint specialises in construction projects and sector-related M&A, as well as PPAs, electricity production and gas supply matters. Rregulatory expert Ádám Lukonits’ ‘exceptional knowledge‘ spans the LNG, nuclear, hydrogen and district heating fields.

Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2

Advising foreign investors across Hungary and the CEE and SEE regions, the commercial, corporate and M&A team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda covers business establishment, equity and asset acquisitions, and joint ventures. The corporate practice provides a holistic offering, and also fields an integrated tax team. János Tóth leads the department, advising private equity and strategic investors on M&A deals. Following his promotion to senior associate in July 2022, Péter Ihász provides new entrants to the Hungarian market with commercial, regulatory and corporate advice, while Zoltán Bódog focuses on the real estate aspects of M&A transactions. Kinga Kajcsos‘ expertise spans the spectrum of corporate, M&A and commercial issues.

Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 2

The ‘experienced and well known‘ dispute resolution team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda is noted for its extensive litigation and arbitration experience across the energy, financing and real estate sectors. Tax, construction and property litigation are key areas of expertise, along with restructuring and insolvency proceedings. The practice is involved in alternative methods of dispute resolution, including mediation. Practice head Zoltán Faludi brings over 25 years’ experience in both domestic and international commercial arbitration to his role. Tímea Csajági has experience representing clients before the European Court of Justice.

Hungary > Tax Tier 2

Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda’s tax team provides integrated advice spanning the corporate and M&A, banking and finance, and employment teams. János Pásztor, a qualified and chartered tax advisor, leads the team, specialising in M&A and tax planning and restructuring, as well as advising multinational clients and high-net-worth individuals on day-to-day tax matters. Bence Kálmán regularly represents clients in tax litigation as part of the goup’s comprehensive disputes practice.

Hungary > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3

Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda has extensive experience in data protection and privacy law, which is complemened by its established presence in the TMT, IP and IT sectors. Leveraging the strength of its dedicated GDPR taskforce, the firm regularly assists with the implementation of antitrust and compliance programs. János Tóth co-heads the data protection and privacy team alongside Barnabás Buzási, who also heads up the employment team; the former advises on data management issues, such as data leaks or cyber attacks, while the latter uses his dual expertise to assist with data protection and privacy matters related to employee data.

Hungary > Employment Tier 3

From employee restructuring and transfer of undertakings to collective redundancies, the employment team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda advises on the full range of employment matters, as well as handling relevant litigation. The practice has established cross-border capabilities and handles HR projects spanning the CEE and SEE regions, as well as providing business immigration services. Barnabás Buzási heads up both the employment and data protection practices, and regularly advises on employment-related GDPR implementation. Marietta Molnár specialises in employment law across the logistics and transport, banking and finance, and telecoms sectors.

Hungary > Intellectual property Tier 3

Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda‘s IP team handles transfer and licensing agreements, as well as advising on the IP aspects of cross-border M&A deals. The group’s expertise covers trade marks, patents and copyright matters. Managing a diverse workload in relation to IP portfolios, János Tóth leads the team. Norbert Bálint counts major IT and telecoms players, global software companies and start-ups among his clientele. Péter Ihász, who was promoted to senior associate in July 2022, focuses on the life sciences and pharmaceutical sectors.

Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 3

Specialising in solar energy projects, Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda‘s real estate team fields niche expertise beyond traditional real estate development. The group advises a diverse roster of real estate and parking operators, developers and management companies. Practice head János Tóth brings extensive expertise in real estate sales and acquisitions, as well as project development, to his role. Melinda Pelikán advises on real estate and project finance, while Norbert Bálint specialises in power plant construction projects. Zoltán Bódog, who was promoted to senior associate in July 2022, ‘stands out as an expert‘ in the sector.

Hungary > TMT Tier 3

Leveraging its strong international capabilities, the TMT team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda often advises on cross-border data protection matters and IT outsourcing projects. Also active in the fintech space, the group assists clients with digital transformations and implementation of new technologies. János Tóth heads up the TMT and IP practices, advising on development, licensing and distribution matters. Péter Ihász, who was promoted to senior associate in July 2022, specialises in technology and innovation, assisting new entrants to the sector. Norbert Bálint’s diverse clientele includes IT and telecoms companies, global software giants, and start-ups. Barnabás Buzási focuses on data protection law.