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Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o.
ZOCHOVA 5
81103 BRATISLAVA
Slovakia

Slovakia > Dispute resolution Tier 2

The Bratislava-based team at Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o. forms an integral part of the firm’s international dispute resolution team, which operates across multiple jurisdictions, under the leadership of US-based arbitration specialist Stephen Anway and Rostislav Pekař in Prague. In Slovakia, Tatiana Prokopová is the key senior contact. The firm is experienced in handling investor-state cases concerning natural resources, as well as commercial arbitrations for clients in the real estate, healthcare and construction sectors. Eva Dragúňová focuses on international and domestic dispute resolution, and regularly represents clients before local courts and administrative authorities. Jakub Kamenický is also recommended.

Practice head(s):

Stephen Anway; Rostislav Pekař; Tatiana Prokopová

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘The firm stands out as an exceptional legal powerhouse, setting a benchmark for excellence in the field. What truly distinguishes this firm is its remarkable team of legal experts, whose dedication, skill, and passion for innovation are nothing short of extraordinary.’

‘They work seamlessly together, harnessing their collective expertise to tackle complex legal challenges with finesse.’

‘Their commitment to meticulousness is unparalleled; they meticulously follow a step-by-step process, leaving no stone unturned.’

‘Clients can rest assured that they will be kept informed at every juncture, ensuring transparency and trust throughout the legal journey. But what truly sets SPB apart is their unwavering attention to detail. They go above and beyond to ensure that every single facet of a case is meticulously addressed, leaving no room for error.’

Key clients

The Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic

The Republic of Kosovo

Foreign Disputes Department of the State of Libya

Rand Investments

Republic of Croatia

Government of Turkmenistan

Tesco Stores

Romanian Embassy

Valvoline

Work highlights

  • Representing the Slovak Republic in an investment treaty arbitration of $568m initiated by US oil and gas company Discovery Global LLC, arising under the US-Slovakia bilateral investment treaty.
  • Successfully represented the Republic of Croatia by dismissing a claim of €200m brought before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes in relation to a property located next to Mirogoj cemetery.
  • Successfully represented the Republic of Turkmenistan, obtaining complete dismissal of all claims on the merits, valued at $2bn, and obtaining a cost award from a telecoms company of over $11m, in an ICSID arbitration case.

Slovakia > Real estate and construction Tier 2

Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o. advises on a breadth of real estate matters, including property acquisitions and disposals, construction contracts, deveopment projects, and asset management. Tatiana Prokopová is active in advising on all aspects of the development and permitting process. Lenka Vagundová and Katarína Ottová are noted for their expertise in property acquisition.

Practice head(s):

Tatiana Prokopová

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Big appreciation for the team, their knowledge, experience, and keeping to time frames. We deal with very specific issues and the team can progress that very professionally.’

‘I would say that Tatiana Prokopová is the best in the market in the real estate and construction area. I appreciate her experience and permanent improvement of knowledge. Her skills in negotiations are exeptional. Very hard-working person with good presentation skills.’

‘The attention to detail and also ability to advise on matters very specific to the country. In addition the outstanding quality of the work, delivered in a timely manner.’

‘It is an extremely well-organised and highly credible team of dedicated professionals. Very customer-focused and goal-oriented, easy to work with, and very skilled in formulating solutions to difficult issues.’

‘Tatiana Prokopová and Lenka Vagundová have been providing top-notch legal services in the area of real estate and construction to my organisation for many years. They are true professionals. They have demonstrated a high level of expertise and sophisticated skills and strategies. They use the most penetrating and objective evaluations to arrive at sound decisions.’

‘Tatiana Prokopová and Lenka Vagundová are very convincing in communicating before groups of any size. They possess strong bilingual (Slovak/English) skills. They respond promptly to requests. They are flexible, reliable, and very resourceful. They work well in cooperation with others for the benefit of the organisation they represent. They handle challenging situation with confidence and calm. They make the best impression in all situations. They are the best professionals I have had the pleasure to work with.’

Key clients

United States of America

TESCO STORES

The Timken Company

Eminox Ltd.

Mogotel Development Holding Group

Decathlon SK

Pod vŕškami s.r.o.

Romanian Embassy

ČSOB

STERIS Corporation

GlaxoSmithKline

Tatra Forest Slovakia

Work highlights

  • Advising the United States of America on its acquisition of real property in Bratislava for the construction of the new US Embassy compound.
  • Assisting Eminox with negotiations for a build-to-lease agreement for a production facility in Svit.
  • Assisting a major hotel operator with the negotiation of a long-term lease for a hotel located in Bratislava.

Slovakia > Employment Tier 3

Led by Małgorzata Grzelak from the firm's Polish office, Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o.'s team in Slovakia handles a mix of contentious and non-contentious mandates for domestic and international corporations, dealing with employment issues from representation in litigation to internal investigations. Bratislava-based Katarína Ottová advises on business transfers, cross-border mobility and redundancy of employees, while Lenka Vagundov focuses on mass dismissals and collective bargaining with trade unions.

Practice head(s):

Małgorzata Grzelak

Other key lawyers:

Key clients

The Timken Company

Mogotel Development Holding

Decathlon SK

Tesco Stores

Work highlights

  • Advising a major hotel operator on the negotiation of a long-term lease for a hotel located in Bratislava, including the transfer of all employees.

Slovakia > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4

The offering at Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o., advokátní kancelář is overseen by Tatiana Prokopová, with support from Prague-based Radek Janeček; the duo are well placed to advise on complex cross-border and local transactions, alongside reorganisations and day-to-day corporate issues. Katarína Ottová is also noted.

Practice head(s):

Tatiana Prokopová; Radek Janeček

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘The work with quick turnaround times. The have deep experience with local authorities and are able to thoroughly research local case law.’

‘Tatiana Prokopová and Katarína Ottová were very useful.’

‘Their advisory services are at the top of the game.’

‘The team we are working with is very professional, diligent, knowledgeable.’

Key clients

Mogotel Development Holding Group

The Timken Company

Minerals Technologies

LOTTE CHEMICAL DEUTSCHLAND

STERIS Corporation

Eminox Ltd.

Rebound Technology Group

RAM Tracking Acquisition Limited

Eaton Corporation

Work highlights

  • Advised The Timken Company on the acquisition of Spinea.
  • Assisting a major hotel operator with the negotiation of a long-term lease agreement for a hotel located in the historical centre of Bratislava.
  • Advising a worldwide producer of consumer electronic devices on contractual relationships with various distributors and retailers of its products.

Slovakia > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 5

The firm: Squire Patton Boggs is one of the world’s strongest integrated law firms, providing insight at the point where law, business and government meet.

The firm gives clients a voice, supports their ambitions and is committed to working alongside them to achieve successful outcomes.

With a multidisciplinary team of more than 1,500 lawyers in 47 offices across 20 countries, Squire Patton Boggs provides unrivalled access to expertise, guidance and invaluable connections on the ground. The firm delivers a seamlessly connected service that operates on any scale – locally or globally – and encompasses virtually every matter, jurisdiction and market.

The firm offers solutions shaped by a clear, commercially-focused understanding of clients’ business. Its robust and open culture enables the firm to find the right answers quickly and effectively from committed teams who understand the geographic, sector or issue-specific challenges at hand. Recognising the impact of politics and regulation on businesses across the world today, the firm has a unique mix of world-renowned lobbying and political capabilities supporting clients across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and Asia Pacific.

Squire Patton Boggs advises a diverse mix of clients – from long-established leading corporations to emerging businesses, startup visionaries and sovereign nations – whom the firm places at the core of everything it does.

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Aerospace, defence and government services
Automotive
Aviation
Brands and consumer products
Business immigration
Chemicals
Communications
Competition – antitrust
Construction and engineering
Corporate
Data privacy and cybersecurity
Energy and natural resources
Environmental, safety and health
Financial services
Government investigations and white-collar
Healthcare
Hospitality and leisure
Industrial products
Infrastructure
Institutional investors
Intellectual property and technology
International dispute resolution
International trade
Labour and employment
Latin America
Life sciences
Litigation
Media and advertising
Pensions
Private investment funds
Public and infrastructure finance
Public policy
Real estate
Restructuring and insolvency
Retail
Sports and entertainment
Tax credit finance and community development
Tax strategy and benefits
Transportation, shipping and logistics
Contact : Mark Ruehlmann (chairman/global CEO)
Contact : Tatiana Prokopová (managing partner)
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Recognised as one of the world’s strongest integrated law firms, Squire Patton Boggs provides insight at the point where law, business and government meet.

Squire Patton Boggs gives clients a voice, supports their ambitions and is committed to working alongside them to achieve successful outcomes.

With a multidisciplinary team of more than 1,500 lawyers in 45 offices across 20 countries, Squire Patton Boggs provides unrivalled access to expertise, guidance and invaluable connections on the ground. The firm delivers a seamlessly connected service that operates on any scale – locally or globally – and encompasses virtually every matter, jurisdiction and market.

Squire Patton Boggs offers solutions shaped by a clear, commercially focused understanding of clients’ business. The firm’s robust and open culture enables us to find the right answers quickly and effectively from committed teams of lawyers who understand the geographic, sector or issue-specific challenges at hand. Recognising the impact of politics and regulation on businesses across the world today, Squire Patton Boggs has a unique mix of world-renowned lobbying and political capabilities supporting clients across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and Asia Pacific.

The firm advises a diverse mix of clients – from long-established leading corporations to emerging businesses, startup visionaries and sovereign nations – whom the firm places at the core of everything it does.

Department Name Email Telephone
Chair/Global CEO Mark J. Ruehlmann