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Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář > The Legal 500 Rankings

Czech Republic > Intellectual property Tier 1

At Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář, the broad-ranging intellectual property offering includes advising on brand management, trade secrets, counterfeiting, IP rights enforcement, and patent and utility models. Engaged by leading companies and SMEs from the gaming, tech, and fashion industries, the firm continues to handle contentious copyright and trademark work, in addition to trademark management. Industry expert Vojtěch Chloupek spearheads the IP practices in both the Czech Republic and Slovakia, and focuses primarily on IP, competition, and tech law. At the senior associate level, Jiří Malý specialises in IP application strategies and IP litigation, whilst Kateřina Floriánová often represents clients in contentious proceedings before the Czech Industrial Property Office. The team has been further strengthened by the recent arrivals of Ján Kuklinca, Lukáš Holub, and Michaela Čejková from Deloitte Legal s.r.o., advokátní kancelář.

Czech Republic > TMT Tier 1

Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s department acts across the healthcare, automotive, aviation, and financial services sectors, and is well-placed to undertake both local and cross-border work. The firm handles an impressive range of tech projects, with experience in cybersecurity work, big data matters, AI development, and mandates relating to cloud services, digital rights, and software development. Elsewhere, the team demonstrates expertise in the regulatory aspects of tech projects. The group is co-led by Vojtěch Chloupek, who offers strengths in the nexus between IP and TMT, and new arrival Ján Kuklinca, who focuses on digitalisation transformation projects and cloud computing work. Andrea Zátková is a key practitioner within the group and covers data protection work.

Czech Republic > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3

Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s commercial, corporate and M&A practice advises on restructuring and investments, the establishment of companies, strategic entries, and corporate governance concerns. Local companies, international corporations, and tech start-ups all feature in the roster of key clients. Ivan Sagál leads the department with notable skill in liquidations, reorganisations, and takeover bids. Senior associate Ľubomír Brečka focuses on related banking and finance matters.

Czech Republic > Dispute resolution Tier 3

Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s expanding dispute resolution practice encompasses both litigation and arbitration, and operates closely with the firm’s other practice areas. The firm handles local and cross-border disputes relating to damages and business liabilities, the protection of rights, employment issues, and shareholder litigation. The department is jointly led by Ivan Sagál, who focuses on investment and restructuring disputes, and Vojtěch Chloupek, who specialises in IP rights breaches and tech-related claims.

Czech Republic > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 4

Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s banking and finance practice provides advice on the traditional elements of financing and refinancing, as well as demonstrating strengths in fintech, regulatory, and payment matters. The firm counts banks, investment companies, tech corporations, and start-ups amongst its key clients. Bond issuances and alternative forms of funding also fall within the team's remit. Ivan Sagál leads the group and handles acquisitions, project finance, and insurance work.

Czech Republic > Employment Tier 4

Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář advises on various sensitive employment matters, unfair dismissal claims, and the implementation of remote work schemes. Elsewhere, the practice collaborates with its tax, IP, and data protection departments to offer a multidisciplinary service. The team is led by Ivan Sagál, who regularly assists clients with sophisticated cross-border restructuring and outsourcing projects. At the associate level, Filip Hron and Roman Norek are key contacts.

Czech Republic > Real estate and construction Tier 4

Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s real estate department advises on property management, related litigation, and sales and leases. Frequently engaged by construction companies, developers, and investors from the IT and utilities industries, the firm also assists with due diligence work and lease negotiations. Ivan Sagál heads the group and covers the finance elements of the practice, in addition to purchase and sale agreements and landlord-tenant disputes. Senior associate Filip Hron is a key contact within the team and handles corporate real estate matters.