Dentons > Budapest, Hungary > Firm Profile
Dentons Offices
ANDRÁSSY ÚT 11
1061 BUDAPEST
Hungary
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Hungary > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1
Fielding one of the largest cohorts of internationally-qualified lawyers in Hungary, Dentons offers clients key cross-border capabilities across the full spectrum of banking and finance mandates. The team has expertise in syndicated loans, bridge and bond financings and tender offer financings, as well as regulatory compliance, restructuring and insolvency matters. The firm is also well placed to advise clients in two key areas of growth in the domestic market – namely, renewable energy and fintech. Gábor Király brings considerable experience of cross-border work across Eastern Europe to the group. Gabriella Pataki and Bence Böszörményi are both highly recommended at the associate level.Other key lawyers:
Gábor Király; Gabriella Pataki; Bence Böszörményi
Key clients
UniCredit Bank
Vienna Insurance Company (VIG)
CIB Bank
Erste Bank
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
EXIM Hungary
K&H Bank
Raiffeisen Bank
Work highlights
- Advised UniCredit Bank on the financing and development of two 48MV solar power plants in Szolnok, Hungary, with a total deal value of $80m and financing of $60m.
- Advised Raiffeisen Bank on a 5-year, $200m syndicated green loan to Volta Energy Solutions Hungary.
- Advised Vienna Insurance Group on the sale of 45% of the Hungarian Aegon Group and Union Insurance Company to the Hungarian state-owned Corvinus Nemzetközi Befektetési.
Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Leading some of the most significant M&A transactions in the Hungarian market, Dentons’ corporate and M&A offering spans the technology, energy, media, finance, healthcare and pharmaceuticals sectors. The team regularly handles transactions in New York and London directly from the Budapest office, courtesy of its many UK and US-qualified partners. Rob Irving and Anita Horváth co-heads the team; both have extensive M&A experience, with the latter also bringing considerable expertise in joint ventures within the energy sector to the group. Senior associates János Csáki and Kamran Pirani are also highly recommended.Practice head(s):
Rob Irving; Anita Horváth
Other key lawyers:
János Csáki; Kamran Pirani
Testimonials
‘Great team, with whom I’ve had a relationship for more than 15 years. There’s depth of knowledge, great young talent, very business-oriented lawyers. They are an all-around excellent help in regional M&A transactions.’
‘Rob Irving is one of the best corporate and M&A lawyers in the CEE.’
Key clients
4iG
Minit BV
Central European Private Equity Fund III
The Uziyel Family
Vienna Insurance Group
PPF Group
Affidea
Optima Investments
Draslovka
Volpi Capital
ATI Albanian Telecom Invest Ltd
Ivan Chrenko
Work highlights
- Advised Minit on the 100% sale of the group’s capital to Microsoft.
- Advised 4iG on the acquisition of network infrastructure solutions provider Invitech from private equity fund CEE Equity Partners.
- Advised Draslovka, a Czech-based family-owned provider of CN-based specialty chemicals, on its strategic partnership with funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, which will include an investment of $150m.
Hungary > Competition Tier 1
Integrated within an international legal and advisory network, Dentons offers clients key cross-border capabilities across a wide range of industries. The firm is currently handling a series of complex matters for Vodafone, including an ongoing review by the Supreme Court of a ruling by the Hungarian Competition Authority. István Réczicza and Tünde Gönczöl now lead the department following Tihamér Tóth’s departure to become a European Court judge. Réczicza focuses on regulated industries, regularly advising on transactions involving foreign investment, state aid and antitrust matters. Gönczöl has extensive experience representing clients before Hungarian and European Courts, having previously worked for the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Competition. Áron Károlyi-Szabó is highly regarded at the associate level, with key expertise in data protection matters.Practice head(s):
István Réczicza; Tünde Gönczöl
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Tünde Gönczöl is very resourceful and has a good understanding of businesses.’
‘The lawyers we work with are very precise and answer our requests without delay.’
Key clients
Samsung
Porsche Hungaria
Vodafone
BASF
Nestlé
Extreme Digital-eMAG Kft.
Dante International SA
Optima Group/ Globe Trade Centre SA
Essity
Budapest Airport
Wing Zrt.
Work highlights
- Representing Vodafone in litigation against the Hungarian Competition Authority, as well as advising on various other competition law matters.
- Advising Nestlé on competition law compliance, vertical agreements and unfair competition matters.
- Advising the Hungarian subsidiary of Swedish personal care products company Essity on various competition law issues.
Hungary > Data privacy and data protection Tier 1
Dentons‘ data protection arm advises major multinationals in the telecoms, media, pharma and consumer goods industries, as well as many public sector companies and government agencies. The team is active across a wide range of data protection issues, from GDPR compliance privacy audits and internal privacy policies, to cross-border data transfers and internal investigations. Recently promoted to partner, Tímea Bana leads the department, counting Vodafone and Porsche among her clients. Senior associate Tibor Kancsár has extensive experience in data protection, particularly in the telecoms sector.Practice head(s):
Tímea Bana
Other key lawyers:
Tibor Kancsár
Testimonials
‘Quick response, high quality work.’
‘Well trained, experienced, supportive manner, precise and quick responses.’
‘Customer-oriented mindset. Good understanding of the business. Correct, fast working. Continuous offline/online availability. Prepared lawyers.’
Key clients
Vodafone
UFA Hungary (RTL Group)
EPAM Systems
Porsche
Hungarian Football Federation – MLSZ
Affidea
Ingenious Media
Invitel
Work highlights
- Advising UFA Hungary on various data privacy matters.
Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 1
Dentons regularly advises multinational clients on project financings, regulatory compliance and transactional support in the energy sector, with a focus on nuclear and solar energy projects. The team also handles issues relating to utilities management, and large scale greenfield and brownfield infrastructure investments. Anita Horváth leads on general corporate matters within the energy sector. István Réczicza advises clients on regulatory compliance, as well as contributing to the drafting of domestic and European legislation. Eszter Zádori spearheads the team’s renewable energy arm. Other notable practitioners include of counsel Emőke Kovács, partner Balázs Csuday and associate Henriett Fekete.Practice head(s):
Anita Horváth
Other key lawyers:
István Réczicza; Eszter Zádori; Emőke Kovács; Balázs Csuday; Henriett Fekete
Testimonials
‘Eszter Zádori and Henriett Fekete are always well prepared and their problem solving skills are extraordinary, they are capable of thinking outside the box and understanding the conditions of the business. Their high level of professionalism is always comforting.’
‘We found Dentons to be one of the best energy law experts. They have a very sensible and practical approach to the law.’
‘Eszter Zádori perfectly identifies our needs and proposes the most effective and pro-business course of action. Henriett Fekete is very thorough and timely.’
‘They understand the clients’ needs and provide the perfect support to handle the situation.’
Key clients
Iliox Solar Kft. (member of the ID Energias Group)
CEZ Hungary Ltd.
Sinergy Energiakereskedo Kft.
Voltalia S.A.
LANGA International
Unicredit Bank
K&H Bank (KBC Group)
ENGIE
Photon Energy N.V.
Greenergy
Hungarian Export-Import Bank (Eximbank)
EBRD and EIB
Alteo Energiaszolgáltató Nyrt.
Work highlights
- Assisting Iliox Solar with drafting, reviewing and negotiating a long-term power purchase agreement to be concluded with the Hungarian subsidiary of the LafargeHolcim group concerning a behind-the-meter own consumption solar photovoltaic plant development of 26MW.
- Advising ENGIE group on e-mobility projects in Hungary, including regulatory and public procurement aspects for charging stations.
- Advising K&H Bank on the financing of 51 photovoltaic power plants operated by 13 SPV’s located in seven locations throughout Hungary.
Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 1
Dentons’ construction and real estate team works closely with the firm’s corporate, M&A, and finance arms to offer clients considerable multidisciplinary, cross-border transactional support. The team’s key strengths lie in asset and share transactions, project finance and development, and greenfield investments. The group is also experienced in advising on the development, acquisition and management of office buildings, residential assets, retail centres, hotels and logistics premises. Judit Kővári heads up the team, focusing on multijurisdictional M&A transactions, greenfield investments and infrastructure developments, as well as high-value project financing. Marcell Szőnyi's strengths lie in asset management work, as well as wide-ranging transactional support. Anna Gerendás is well regarded for her corporate perspective, while Rita Várnagy and Eszter Patyi specialise in joint ventures and tax, respectively.Practice head(s):
Judit Kővári
Other key lawyers:
Marcell Szőnyi; Anna Gerendás; Rita Várnagy; Eszter Patyi
Testimonials
‘Top end real estate legal practice with high-calibre professionals providing conistent advice.’
‘Excellent responsiveness and dilligence.’
Key clients
CPI Hungary
Codic
Skanska
Globe Trade Centre S.A. (GTC)
White Star Real Estate
AIG Real Estate
Starwood Capital Group
GLP
HB Reavis
BASF
Work highlights
- Advised GTC on sale of its office portfolio in Serbia.
- Advised a multinational technology company group on the lease of a new office building.
- Advised CPI Property Group on the sale of Airport City Logistic Park to the WING Group.
Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 2
Dentons regularly represents corporate clients in unfair competition, contractual and employment disputes before domestic and European courts and regulatory bodies. With access to the firm’s international network, the Budapest disputes team has a diverse client base of private, state-owned companies and sovereigns across the energy, finance, telecoms and manufacturing sectors. István Réczicza heads the team with over 30 years’ experience, and a significant track record handling arbitration procedures with a notable market impact. Lilla Király focuses on alternative dispute resolution and civil court proceedings. At associate level, Mihály Czesznak and László Fenyvesi are noted.Practice head(s):
István Réczicza
Other key lawyers:
Lilla Király; Mihály Czesznak; László Fenyvesi
Key clients
Engie
Budapest Airport Zrt.
DIGI
Invitel
Work highlights
- Representing Vodafone in litigation against the Hungarian Competition Authority concerning its fining of the client for infringing the provisions of the Act on the Prohibition of Unfair Commercial Practices against Consumers.
Hungary > Intellectual property Tier 2
Dentons is adept at handling all aspects of IP law, from enforcement and infringement of copyright, trade marks and designs, to data protection and privacy issues, including GDPR. The firm caters to a diverse clientele of multinational corporations, iconic global brands and domestic SMEs. The team has extensive cross-border litigation experience, regularly representing clients before the European Commission and European Court of Justice. Recently promoted to partner, Tímea Bana heads up the team, with sector-specific expertise in the telecoms, media and IT spaces. Senior associates Tibor Kancsár and András Peisch are also key contacts.Practice head(s):
Tímea Bana
Other key lawyers:
Tibor Kancsár; András Peisch
Testimonials
‘This firm is really great in terms of IP law. With them the cooperation is very smooth. They are always available and can adapt to prompt client needs. In terms of billing and technology, they are always following the new waves and are up to date.’
‘Tímea Bana is reliable, prompt if it’s necessary and provides a high level service in the field of IP law.’
Key clients
Vodafone Magyarország Zrt.
UFA Hungary Kft.
EPAM Systems
Dentsply Sirona
Work highlights
- Acts as regular legal advisor to Vodafone in Hungary, notably on the implementation of the European Electronic Communications Code, data protection advice, regulatory advice regarding mobile payment compliance and competition advice.
- Advises the Hungarian affiliate of FremantleMedia, UFA Hungary Kft. on IP matters including program production, commercial issues, copyright licensing and data privacy matters.
- Advises the Hungarian subsidiary of EPAM Systems, a global provider of software engineering and IT consulting services on its partnership agreements in connection with an EU sponsored smart town and mobility IT development project taking place in Hungary.
Hungary > TMT Tier 2
Serving as a regional hub for the firm, Dentons‘ TMT practice in Budapest caters to major international telecoms, tech, and film and TV production companies, advising on a wide range of TMT-specific issues. The group regularly advises on telecoms regulation, licensing, tariffs, broadcasting and media regulatory practices, as well as finance, insolvency, employment law and public procurement issues. Recently promoted partner Tímea Bana leads the TMT, IP and data protection practices with extensive experience in the field. István Réczicza is considered an expert on Hungarian and European telecoms legislation and regulation. Associates Tibor Kancsár and András Peisch specialise in TMT, and are also noted for their extensive corporate experience.Practice head(s):
István Réczicza; Tímea Bana
Other key lawyers:
Tibor Kancsár; András Peisch
Testimonials
‘Tímea Bana is reliable, prompt, and provides a high-level service in the field of media law.’
‘This firm is really great in terms of TMT.’
Key clients
Vodafone
4iG Nyrt.
DIGI
UFA Hungary
Flex
Porsche Hungary
UPC
Miniszterelnökség/Prime Minister’s Office
Greencells
Work highlights
- Advising Vodafone on the implementation of the European Electronic Communications Code, as well as on various TMT-related issues requiring data protection regulatory, compliance and competition advice.
- Providing ongoing TMT-related advice to Airbus in connection with its operations in Hungary.
- Advising Facebook on TMT and e-commerce issues regarding a new app that is under development.
Hungary > Employment Tier 3
Part of the firm’s Europe-wide employment and labour offering, Dentons handles a wide range of contentious and advisory employment work for international corporates. Anita Horváth leads the department with a strong background in corporate and M&A, ensuring she is well placed to handle the employment aspects of M&A transactions, including post-acquisition advice. New addition Eszter Bohati – who joined from CERHA HEMPEL Dezso & Partners in January 2022 – focuses on workforce restructuring and reorganisation, employment termination, the preparation of labour contracts and employment-related litigation.
Practice head(s):
Anita Horváth
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Eszter Bohati is very responsive and helpful in describing and advising on Hungarian employment law.’
‘Very commercial and pragmatic.’
Key clients
Mercedes-Benz
Nike
Affidea
Franklin Templeton
Abroncs Kereskedőház
Keyence International
Work highlights
- Providing general day-to-day employment advice to Mercedes-Benz.
- Providing general day-to-day employment advice to Nike.
- Providing general day-to-day employment advice to Affidea.
Dentons > Firm Profile
Dentons is the world’s largest law firm, connecting talent to the world’s challenges and opportunities in more than 75 countries. Dentons’ legal and business solutions benefit from deep roots in our communities and award-winning advancements in client service, including Nextlaw, Dentons’ innovation and strategic advisory services. Dentons’ polycentric and purpose-driven approach, commitment to inclusion and diversity, and world-class talent challenge the status quo to advance client and community interests in the New Dynamic.
With 195+ offices in over 75 countries, Dentons’ global team builds agile, tailored solutions to meet the local, national and global needs of private and public clients of any size.
Dentons in Hungary: Among the leading law firms in Hungary, Dentons has deep roots in the Hungarian business community. Our Budapest office offers dynamic, sophisticated legal services, partnering with clients to advance their interests in Hungary and across CEE/SEE. Many of the world’s largest corporations, preeminent investment banks and sovereign governments rely on Dentons to provide advice on business opportunities and to resolve complex challenges in Hungary and across the region.
Our Budapest office boasts more than 50 Hungarian, UK, US and Canadian qualified lawyers, and it is one of the largest international law firms in Hungary. We are a significant part of an integrated Dentons global team of legal professionals spanning 75-plus countries. With our extensive experience in Hungary and CEE/SEE, combined with access to our strong global network of offices, we bring local depth and global breadth to your most exciting opportunities and challenging disputes.
Advisory services: Budapest is also home to Impact Advisory, a joint venture with Dentons Europe offering consulting services that complement Dentons’ legal services. Impact Advisory was started by former Big 4 leaders and consultants, who seek to deliver content-driven vision and advice to our clients.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking & Finance and Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy | Gergely Horváth | gergely.horvath@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Competition & Antitrust | Tihamér Tóth | tihamer.toth@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Competition & Antitrust | Tünde Gönczöl | tunde.gonczol@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Energy, Corporate/M&A, Private Equity and Employment | Anita Horváth | anita.horvath@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Dispute Resolution, Energy, TMT, IP and Life Sciences | István Réczicza | istvan.reczicza@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Corporate/M&A and Private Equity | Rob Irving | rob.irving@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Corporate/M&A and Private Equity | Annamária Csenterics | annamaria.csenterics@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Real estate | Judit Kővári | judit.kovari@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Real estate | Marcell Szőnyi | marcell.szonyi@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Public Policy & Regulation | Balázs Csuday | balazs.csuday@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
Energy | Eszter Zádori | eszter.zadori@dentons.com | +36 1 488 5200 |
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Ms Tünde Gönczöl | Tünde Gönczöl is a counsel and co-head of Dentons Budapest office’s Competition… | View Profile | |
Ms Anita Horváth | Anita Horváth is Co-head of Dentons’ European and Head of the Hungarian… | View Profile | |
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Mr Áron Károlyi-Szabó | Áron Károlyi-Szabó is an associate of the EU, Competition and Antitrust, Technology,… | View Profile | |
Ms Lilla Király | Lilla Király is of counsel and member of the Dispute Resolution practice… | View Profile | |
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Ms Emőke Kovács | Emőke Kovács is an energy lawyer whose practice focuses on advising electricity… | View Profile | |
Ms Judit Kővári | Judit Kővári is a partner and head of the Real Estate practice… | View Profile | |
Ms Zsófia Lascsik | Zsófia Lascsik is an associate in the Real Estate practice group of… | View Profile | |
Ms Gabriella Pataki | Gabriella Pataki is an associate in the Banking and Finance practice group… | View Profile | |
Ms Eszter Patyi | Eszter Patyi is an associate and a member of the Real Estate… | View Profile | |
Mr András Peisch | András Peisch is an associate in Dentons’ Budapest office and a member… | View Profile | |
Mr Kamran Pirani | Kamran Pirani is a dual, English and Canadian qualified solicitor in Dentons’… | View Profile | |
Mr István Réczicza | István Réczicza is a partner in Dentons’ global Litigation and Dispute Resolution… | View Profile | |
Ms Réka Szalóky | Réka Szalóky is an associate in the Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions and… | View Profile | |
Mr Marcell Szőnyi | Marcell Szőnyi is a partner in Dentons’ Budapest office. He focuses primarily… | View Profile | |
Mr Tihamér Tóth | Tihamér Tóth co-heads the Competition and Antitrust practice group in Dentons’ Budapest… | View Profile | |
Ms Rita Várnagy | Rita Várnagy is an associate in the Real Estate practice group of… | View Profile | |
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