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DOZSA GYORGY UT 84JC
BUDAPEST, H-1068
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Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm > The Legal 500 Rankings
Hungary > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2
Well-known for its expertise in the capital markets space, the banking, finance and capital markets team at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm advises on bond and share issues, the preparation of offering and stock exchange documentation and IPO matters. The practice also offers its clients extensive financial and risk advisory services. Renewable energy projects have been a recent area of increased focus, with the team advising on both financial and regulatory aspects. Linda Al Sallami heads the practice, bringing a wealth of experience in domestic and cross-border financing and restructuring transactions to the team. Péter Göndöcz advises private equity houses, venture capital and multinational companies, and high-net-worth-individuals on their investments, while Sára Rideg has notable experience in the energy and utilities sectors. Anett Csiszár joined in March 2023 from KELER Group, bringing increased financial and regulatory compliance expertise to the group, and Zoltán Zagyva joined in February from Kinstellar, and is developing the practice’s cryptocurrency and digital securities practice.Practice head(s):
Linda Al Sallami
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Erste Bank Hungary Zrt.
K&H Bank Zrt.
Bank of China (CEE) Zrt.
OTP Bank Nyrt.
CIB Bank Zrt.
MBH Bank Nyrt.
EBRD
Adventum Group
Wellis Zrt.
Shopper Park Zrt.
Euronics (VÖRÖSKŐ Kereskedelmi és Szolgáltató
Shoptet
Pannon Green Power Kft.
National Bank of Hungary
Work highlights
- Advised Adventum Group on the syndicated financing of the acquisition of a real estate portfolio consisting of 18 shopping malls located in Hungary and the Czech Republic.
- Advised the EBRD and the National Bank of Hungary on a project named “Designing Recommendations for a Sustainable Capital Markets Strategy and Action Plan for Hungary”.
- Advised CIB Bank on long-term non-recourse project financing provided for the development of PV power plant projects in Hungary.
Hungary > Data privacy and data protection Tier 2
In tandem with IT risk and AI specialists, Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm’s privacy, technology and IP practice continues to expand its digitalisation and AI offering. The team is noted for being ‘on the edge of legal developments‘ and boasts several niche areas of expertise, such as electronic signatures. Practice head Dániel Attila Nagy is actively involved in Hungarian and cross-border data privacy and GDPR compliance projects. Nagy, who was promoted to managing associate in November 2022, has particular knowledge of the e-privacy and e-commerce sectors and advises on digital regulatory matters and technology-focused M&As. Lili Albert is well versed in AI regulation, while Flóra Szalai is singled out for her technology expertise.Practice head(s):
Dániel Attila Nagy
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Very quick reaction time. They use very well adapted templates.’
‘Very pro-active in solving the problems of the client, thorough understanding of the underlying situation so there is no need to engage in lengthy explanations and introductory meetings.’
‘The team is always on the edge of legal developments and are knowledgeable on many relevant topics. They frequently organise forums for general counsel to facilitate discussion between market participants and share experiences. The team consists of highly energetic, positive and friendly professionals who are always happy to help.’
‘Each team member specialises in niche topics, while collaborating closely, so they build on each other’s expertise.’
‘Dániel Attila Nagy is exceptionally approachable, practical and business-minded. His straight-to-the-point style is refreshing. In addition, I’d like to highlight two other core team members: Lili Albert and Flóra Szalai.’
Key clients
Sberbank Magyarország Zrt. “under voluntary liquidation”
Orbico Hungary Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
Samsung SDI Magyarország Gyártó és Értékesítő Zrt.
Hungarian Football Federation (Magyar Labdarúgó Szövetség)
Chervon Autó Precíziós Technológia (Európa) Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
ICF Tech Hungary Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
Deloitte Advisory and Management Consulting Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advising Orbico Hungary on the implementation of an HR digitalisation software, enabling the use of electronic signature technology to conclude agreements remotely, as well as the digitalised retention of HR documents.
- Advising the liquidator of Sberbank Magyarország on the sale and transfer of its performing and non-performing loan portfolios.
- Advised Samsung SDI Hungary on setting up security systems at its facilities and on the establishment of its international data transfer framework.
Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 2
Greenfield and renewable energy investors are key clients for the real estate team at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm, particularly solar power plant investors. The team advises on real estate portfolio acquisitions, as well as operation and development. Practice c0-head Péter Göndöcz‘s corporate focus makes him well positioned to advise real estate clients on M&A transactions. With experience on both the landlord and tenant sides, Göndöcz's counterpart Magdolna Csider specialises in complex lease agreements. Gábor Babus is noted for his ‘exceptional expertise’ in real estate investment trusts and funds. Zsolt Pintér was promoted to managing associate in September 2023.Practice head(s):
Péter Göndöcz; Magdolna Csider
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Innovative solutions for the ever-changing environment. Friendly, professional and flexible client handling. Short response time to any questions.’
‘Gábor Babus is appreciated for innovative solutions for the ever-changing environment. He is friendly, professional and flexible in client handling. Gábor responds quickly to any questions and is recognised for partner-level professional knowledge.
‘Zsolt Pintér is appreciated for committed client handling and sound professional knowledge.’
‘We have a long-lasting relationship with Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm. They are a distinguished member of our legal panel. The cooperation is excellent, we can rely on their prompt legal advice, whenever it is needed. Billing is very transparent.’
‘Based on our experience, Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm has a good team, which consists of reliable lawyers, who have strong business acumen, robust legal knowledge.’
‘Gábor Babus possesses an exceptional expertise in real estate law. With his solid legal background, he supported us with great confidence in navigating even the most complex legal challenges. His keen insights into the nuances of property law, contracts, and negotiations are instrumental in ensuring that our interests and investments are properly safeguarded.’
‘Our colleagues admire Gábor Babus for his sharp analytical skills, persuasive advocacy and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes.’
‘We consider Gábor Babus to be a key resource within the firm for addressing any legal issues we face. From our part, we believe he is one of the top talents within the firm, with excellent organising skills.’
Key clients
Adventum
Chervon Auto
Veeva
EVE Power
ABO Wind
Bank of China
SONEAS
CTP
Electraplan
Samsung SDI
Wellis
Work highlights
- Assisting EVE Power with the acquisition of a site for its future manufacturing plant in Hungary, including providing advice on environmental, archaeological and public utility matters.
- Advising Chervon Auto on the construction of its new Hungarian manufacturing plant, as well as providing support with all legal matters in connection with ramping up its Hungarian operations.
- Advising Veeva on the negotiation of the lease of its new Hungarian headquarters.
Hungary > Tax Tier 2
The tax team at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm has an established track record in tax litigation and often represents clients before the Supreme Court. Péter Göndöcz, practice co-head, also brings experience representing clients before the tax authorities and both domestic and European courts to his role. Dávid Ramocsa, also an experienced litigator, covers VAT, corporate income tax, and transfer pricing disputes, and Zsuzsanna Huszl has niche expertise in tax litigation in the field of product development. Göndöcz's counterpart, Attila Kövesdy, co-leads the tax group and established the firm’s transfer pricing practice, providing tax services to both national and international clients. Diána Takács also takes an advisory role, providing private and family wealth services and real estate-related tax advice.Practice head(s):
Péter Göndöcz; Attila Kövesdy
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team’s approach was unique to the case, as the first step was to develop a comprehensive litigation strategy. Such a strategy included the available legal solutions, their pros and cons and their potential success. One of the strengths of the team was its ability to deal effectively with events as they arose during the course of the dispute in the context of the overall strategy to achieve the objective.’
‘The team is very professional, accurate, quick and holds very suitable communications with us. They have a wide-ranging overview of the whole legal case and they write very accurate petitions with authentic and comprehensive arguments.’
‘We mostly worked directly with Diána Takács about whom I felt that she really takes care of all of our interests. She had very good ideas and she immediately dealt with us every time when needed.’
‘I was impressed with their knowledge about how the tax office acts, and their knowledge about the processes.’
‘The open-minded way to solve the issues. Dávid Ramocsa thinks not only about the law but also about the practice as well. Really guides me through all processes’.
‘Besides the robust foundation and the outstanding knowledge in tax law, the team is also experienced in other legal areas, ready to support their clients according to their needs, and build a long-term relationship. They make sure that the tax-saving ideas they suggest are relevant to the respective client, by conducting prior research and analyses. The members of the team are resourceful, open-minded and flexible which makes it really easy to work with them.’
‘Dávid Ramocsa has broad experience in representing clients in front of court. He is experienced, confident, determined to bring the best results for clients by learning the characteristics of their business and operation. Reliable, people-focused personality with a positive mindset.’
Hungary > TMT Tier 2
The TMT team at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm offers a breadth of telecoms and technology-related advice, from data privacy mandates to AI matters. Digitilisation is another key focus, and the firm recently developed its own whistleblowing platform. Attila Kövesdy, Péter Göndöcz and Dániel Attila Nagy jointly head up the team. Following his promotion to managing associate in November 2022, Nagy continues to lead on cross-border technology-related compliance projects, M&A and regulatory matters. Electronic signatures are one of Flora Szalai‘s niche areas of expertise, and her practice also covers e-privacy and e-commerce issues. Lili Albert focuses on AI regulation, as well as data protection policies.Practice head(s):
Attila Kövesdy; Péter Göndöcz; Dániel Attila Nagy
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is always ready to answer my questions in relation to the latest legal-tech developments. They actively reach out to engage in discussion, listen to market needs and develop their services accordingly. They are also leading excellent discussions with other general counsels on relevant topics such as the adoption of AI tools.’
‘Dániel Attila Nagy leads an excellent team. He is a go-to advisor, who provides clear, practical and solution-focused advice. He is energetic and is always up to date on technology compliance-related topics. Other core team members are Lili Albert and Flóra Szalai who are also very knowledgeable in technology compliance topics.’
Key clients
Orbico Hungary Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
Hungarian Football Federation (Magyar Labdarúgó Szövetség)
Sberbank Magyarország Zrt. “under voluntary liquidation”
Samsung SDI Magyarország Gyártó és Értékesítő Zrt.
Chervon Autó Precíziós Technológia (Európa) Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
H&S Group B.V.
Isolier- und Dammtechnik Handels GmbH
ICF Tech Hungary Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
Deloitte Advisory and Management Consulting Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advising the Hungarian Football Federation on the revision of its online ticket sale system and making related changes to general terms of services and website.
- Advising ORBICO HUNGARY Kft. on the implementation of a HR digitalisation platform utilising remote identification, e-signature and AI technologies.
- Assisted H&S Group and its subsidiary, H&S Group Hungary, with the acquisition of the Hungarian subsidiary of Austrian transport company Alois Steiner GmbH.
Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm’s holistic approach sees the commercial, corporate and M&A team, led by Péter Göndöcz, handle the entire life cycle of transactions across the manufacturing, digital technologies, and software and engineering sectors. Ákos Szauter counts national and international strategic investors, private equity and venture capital funds among his core clients. The practice’s strong team of managing associates includes Albert Fábián and Szabolcs Séllyei, who specialise in M&A transactions, and Márk Chiovini, who brings expertise in joint ventures and due diligence to the group. Máté Fekete focuses his practice on investments and commercial matters.Practice head(s):
Péter Göndöcz
Other key lawyers:
Ákos Szauter; Márk Chiovini; Albert Fábián; Szabolcs Séllyei; Máté Fekete; Dorottya Marjai
Testimonials
‘Both Ákos Szauter and Dorottya Marjai are very knowledgeable, quick in response and very pragmatic with clear understanding of client needs.’
‘Dorottya Marjai is a very helpful and responsive practitioner.’
‘A massive and well-regarded player on the Hungarian M&A market. They have a stellar track record and really know what matters on the market. They think beyond conventional approaches and often come up with innovative solutions that maximise value for their clients. This includes finding ways to mitigate risks and optimise legal, business and tax efficiency.’
‘They have a deep understanding of the ever-evolving legal landscape and are often at the forefront of shaping new standards. Their innovative legal strategies set the tone for certain areas of the industry.’
‘Péter Göndöcz is well known as a deal architect. He possesses a unique ability to structure complex transactions creatively, finding solutions that others might overlook. His knack for anticipating potential challenges and mitigating risks makes him invaluable to clients. He is also a great negotiator; he knows when to push and when to compromise.’
‘Albert Fábián is well known for his diligent and reliable work.’
‘Albert Fábián is very pro-active and has a profound knowledge in renewable energy deals. Szabolcs Séllyei is a very talented and reliable professional. Péter Göndöcz is a great strategists with outstanding commercial awareness.’
‘Deloitte Hungary’s lawyers form an excellent team and are our trusted partners for M&A and corporate engagements. All of them are available, up-to-date, accurate and quick. Besides this, Deloitte’s team has outstanding legal expertise, business acumen, proactivity and project management capabilities.’
Key clients
Szipress Kft.
PortfoLion Capital Partners
HaskoningDHV Nederland B.V.
Power ON US Inc.
Neopharm Investments 1966 Ltd.
H&S Group B.V.
Interwaste Kft.
Isolier- und Dammtechnik Handels GmbH
HELL Group
AKABIM Hungary Kft.
Work highlights
- Advised a fund managed by PortfoLion Capital Partners as lead investor, together with two other co-investors, on an equity investment in Coding Giants, a Polish programming school, and acquisition of a 15% stake.
- Assisted H&S Group and its subsidiary, H&S Group Hungary, with the acquisition of the Hungarian subsidiary of an Austrian transport company, Alois Steiner.
- Assisted Neopharm Investments 1966 with the acquisition of a Hungarian manufacturer of pre-medicine for vaccines.
Hungary > Competition Tier 3
Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm’s competition team is made up of specialists in relevant authority proceedings, and also fields in-house forensics experts and technologies; the practice regularly defends clients in antitrust cases before the HCA and domestic courts. Péter Göndöcz leads the team alongside Anna Miks; the latter has over 20 years’ experience in consumer protection issues, and also regularly provides day-to-day competition advice to clients from the FMCG and energy sectors. Denisz Dobos joined the team as a managing associate in March 2023 from Nagy és Trócsányi Ügyvédi Iroda, bringing additional experience in merger filings and cartel damages claims to the group.Practice head(s):
Péter Göndöcz; Anna Miks
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Borsodi Sörgyárak Zrt.
FAST ČR, a.s.
Sberbank Magyarország Zrt. “under voluntary liquidation” represented by Pénzügyi Stabilitási és Felszámoló Nonprofit Kft.
VÖRÖSKŐ Kft.
Integral Venture Partners
European Commission
Power Kft.
General Logistics Systems B.V. (GLS Group)
Hungary > Employment Tier 3
Three partners head the employment team at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm: Attila Kövesdy, Péter Göndöcz and Brigitta Gál. Göndöcz is noted for his corporate experience, and advises clients from the energy, telecoms and manufacturing sectors on employment aspects of M&A deals and restructurings. As an experienced tax lawyer, Kövesdy bolsters the team’s cross-practice expertise, working in tandem with tax and immigration experts. Gál handles terminations and collective redundancies, as well as HR and data protection policies. Lili Albert focuses on the digitalisation of HR documentation, while Helga Durst advises on cross-border matters, including employee postings and business transfers.Practice head(s):
Attila Kövesdy; Péter Göndöcz; Brigitta Gál
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Proactive and available.’
‘Collaborative and involved.’
‘We involved the employment practice group in several projects. What I would like to emphasise is the business partner approach and the fast response time. Somebody from the employment team was always available and they provided legal advice within a short deadline.’
‘Their answer was practical, business oriented and they went “the extra mile”: based on our request and the results of the research they gave us practical suggestions and hints for the next steps related to other fields of practice which might be relevant. In a nutshell, they gave us a great and complete legal advice in order to make our project succeed.’
‘Their legal advice was straight to the point and easy to digest and understand. I also find it extremely useful that Deloitte sends very good quality newsletters and organises good professional events. Péter Göndöcz is always available quickly and has a great focus on clients.’
‘I have worked mainly with Brigitta Gál. She has wide experience with many different topics from employment law. What made the difference for me, compared with other legal professionals, was that she had immediately some prompt, good and valid legal remarks and viewpoints, which helped me further in managing the project immediately.’
Key clients
Schaeffler Savaria Kft. and Schaeffler Magyarország Kft.
Chervon Autó Precíziós Technológia (Európa) Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
ORBICO HUNGARY Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy Korlátolt Felelősségű Társaság
FedEx Express Poland sp. z o.o
Duna-Dráva Cement Kft.
LANXESS Central Eastern Europe s.r.o
SCHLUMBERGER LOGELCO Inc Magyarországi Fióktelep
Work highlights
- Advising ORBICO HUNGARY on a comprehensive risk assessment related to the HR digitalisation and the implementation of an IT solution platform for remote identification and electronic signature, disclosure and retention of HR documents.
- Advising Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy issues relating to employee posting, especially on the applicable employment law terms of the host country, including the statutory minimum terms as well as the relevant provisions of the applicable collective agreements and the calculation of applicable wages.
- Advising SCHLUMBERGER LOGELCO Magyarországi Fióktelep on its work scheduling practices.
Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 3
Noted particularly for its strong specialism in solar energy development, the projects and energy team at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm is also regularly involved with issues relating to electricity procurement and storage. The group advises a roster of international clients, including notable names from the oil and gas industry, as well as the geothermal energy sector. Péter Göndöcz and Ágnes Bogdán jointly lead the team; the former advises on corporate and M&A matters within the energy sector, while the latter brings 13 years of experience working in the energy and construction industries to the group. Albert Fábián focuses on both the seller and buyer side of solar power plant projects.Practice head(s):
Péter Göndöcz; Ágnes Bogdán
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Interwaste Kft.
Pannon Solar Holding Kft.
Abo Wind AG
E.ON Energy Solutions Kft.
SolServices Kft
Cargill Takarmány Zártkörűen Működő Részvénytársaság
Solarpro Holding
Pannon Green Power Kft.
Work highlights
- Advising Interwaste on the sale of a ready-to-build PV power plant project, with a total capacity of approximately 49MW, to Greenvolt.
- Advising Pannon Solar Holding on a 50MW PV power plant greenfield development and exit.
- Providing regular end-to-end M&A advice to Abo Wind.
Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 4
Led by Péter Göndöcz, the dispute resolution team at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm has a strong background in tax litigation and debt collection procedures. Zsuzsanna Huszl represents clients before the tax authorities, Diána Takács is regularly involved in tax litigation, and Ákos Balázsi advises on VAT and corporate income tax disputes. Attila Kövesdy established the group’s transfer pricing practice. Dávid Ramocsa was promoted to senior managing associate in September 2022.Practice head(s):
Péter Göndöcz
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team’s approach was unique to the case, as the first step was to develop a comprehensive litigation strategy. Such a strategy included the available legal solutions, their pros and cons and their potential success. One of the strengths of the team was its ability to deal effectively with events as they arose during the course of the dispute in the context of the overall strategy to achieve the objective.’
‘Dávid Ramocsa’s and Ákos Balázsi’s work is characterised by their active management of the litigation strategy and the proceedings. They are also very responsive and ready to provide constructive solutions to new challenges.’
‘Communication and collaboration are great, team was very professional.’
‘We are working with Dávid Ramocsa and Ákos Balázsi mainly; both are responsible, versatile and looking forward through the case. No need to repeat twice, they know what they are doing. Very impressed by this level of professionalism.’
Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm > Firm Profile
The firm: Skilled and experienced Deloitte Legal* professionals work together with other Deloitte professionals in tax, consulting and financial advisory to guide their clients through projects in a co-ordinated way around the world. Deloitte Legal, present in over 80 countries, is able to provide holistic guidance around strategic business decisions as well as offer support services that can increase efficiency and reduce the cost of some routine legal activities. Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm is part of the Deloitte Legal network.
With 20 legal professionals in Hungary, Deloitte Legal* offers competent yet pragmatic advice in many fields of national and international business law. Its professionals provide tailored solutions for demanding projects and complex domestic and international transactions. And it offers even more: multidisciplinary advice incorporating tax, consulting and financial advisory.
Whether family-owned smaller and medium-sized companies, listed stock corporations or international groups of companies – with its wide ranging practice areas, the firm covers those fields of business law that are important to its clients.
Collecting and combining multidisciplinary expertise in its focus industries: banking and securities, energy and resources, manufacturing, consumer business, TMT, real estate and pharmaceuticals and life sciences, enables the firm to render interdisciplinary advice which anticipates industry- or sector-specific trends and developments. This helps clients to face the challenges of an ever-changing regulatory and economic environment.
The firm understands legal advice not as an isolated component, but as part of a comprehensive solution to the issues that its clients face. Working together with its Deloitte colleagues, the firm can help clients to make informed decisions in the context of legal as well as other business considerations.
Areas of practice
Commercial law solutions: companies are facing an increasing number of business challenges globally including more rigorous regulations and enforcement by local authorities in the countries where they operate. As experienced advisers with a practical focus Deloitte Legal* can help clients meet these challenges and develop commercial solutions. Its experience and expertise allow it to provide businesses facing complex legal regulations and challenges with personalised, tailor-made services.
Corporate and mergers and acquisitions services: Deloitte Legal* provides a full range of corporate law services from complex advisory services related to major business life events (including advising in restructuring and mergers and acquisitions processes) through to general secretarial services.
Employment and pension solutions: turbulent economic times require companies to be agile and flexible in their staffing to remain competitive. Complex polices, frequent legislative changes and global operations make managing employee relations and compliance with employment law challenging for businesses. Deloitte Legal* provides businesses with the advice they need to make informed decisions and comply with a multitude of regulatory and procedural requirements.
Legal management consulting (LMC): this is a new approach and a new discipline, developed for lawyers by lawyers in co-operation with other relevant experts. With this collection of models, frameworks, and systems, Deloitte Legal* helps in-house lawyers run their departments more efficiently and meet the needs of their business more comprehensively.
Banking and finance: Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm offers a full range of legal services in the field of banking and finance law related to Hungarian and international financial transactions. It possesses in-depth experience in the fields of: project financing, syndicated and club loans, acquisition finance, debt restructuring, lease, legal and regulatory compliance assistance for financial institutions and capital market services.
Restructuring/insolvency: Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm provides value-added legal solutions in complex restructuring matters. Its clients include creditors, debtors and other financially-troubled companies. The team is also experienced in bankruptcy and liquidation-related issues.
Pharmaceuticals, healthcare: the firm provides industry specific legal services to local and multinational pharmaceutical and medical device companies on complex issues including price regulations, contractual relations, clinical trials, licensing, advertising and promotion, distribution, pricing and reimbursement and regulatory advisory.
Real estate: Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm has a specialised real estate team that walks clients step-by-step through real estate projects and provides complete legal advice and assistance. In real estate law, the firm provides comprehensive legal advisory to foreign and Hungarian clients, including legal opinions, obtaining obligatory authorisations, dealing with authorities, sales and acquisition legal services, complete transaction documentation, financing, tenders for suppliers, construction and subsequent sale or lease.
*“Deloitte Legal” means the legal practices of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited member firm affiliates that provide legal services. For legal and regulatory reasons, not all member firms provide legal services.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Head of Deloitte Legal Hungary | Péter Göndöcz | ||
Banking and finance | Al Sallami Linda | ||
Corporate/M&A | Péter Göndöcz | ||
Competition | Anna Miks | ||
Real estate | Magdolna Csider | ||
Data privacy and technology | Dániel Nagy | ||
Employment | Brigitta Gál | ||
Projects & Energy | Ágnes Bogdán | ||
Private | Gábor Baranyi | ||
Tax litigation | Dávid Ramocsa |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Mr Péter Göndöcz | Partner | View Profile | |
Mr Attila Kövesdy | Partner | View Profile |
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Péter Göndöcz, Managing Partner
What do you see as the main points that differentiate Deloitte Legal Hungary from your competitors?
While conventional law firms tend to develop their own business advisory units to address multi-dimensional business needs, we offer the real deal as we are backed by the strongest and largest powerhouse in the Hungarian business advisory scene. We are used to work side by side with Deloitte’s financial advisory, consulting and tax professionals which allows us to provide integrated services. This holistic approach enables us to offer legal services not just in the traditional areas of law but on a much broader horizon, such as ESG, data privacy, cybersecurity, fintech, AI, digitalization, and other matters involving transformation. We believe that our holistic, tech-enhanced approach makes us different in the market and provides value to clients they cannot obtain at conventional law firms. In addition, as Deloitte Legal Hungary is part of the global Deloitte Legal network, our clients benefit from being part of a global network with access to lawyers in a number of jurisdictions. We leverage off this global offering to provide clients with a truly multidisciplinary and cross-border end-to-end service.
Which practices do you see growing in the next 12 months? What are the drivers behind that?
Due to recent economic developments, regulators rapidly expend regulatory requirements, and such changing regulatory environment has a significant impact on the financial sector. We see an ever-increasing need for advice in financial regulatory and compliance matters. Also, in the wake of emerging technologies we believe that venture capital and private equity practice will continue expanding in all ranges of companies, from start-ups, fast growing, mid-market businesses to global companies. Lastly, as in many unstable economical situations, we expect a growth in insolvency, restructuring and dispute resolution mandates.
What’s the main change you’ve made in the firm that will benefit clients?
We have continued implementing our ambitious growth strategy, namely increasing our teams in several key practice areas, such as energy, finance regulatory and tax litigation. We are investing in our people and in technologies so as to enable them to serve clients effectively on a multidisciplinary basis.
Is technology changing the way you interact with your clients, and the services you can provide them?
Absolutely. As an example, the number of on-line meetings has substantially increased. This allows us to handle matters more efficiently for the benefit of our clients. This is even more true in case of cross-border mandates.
In general, we observe a growing role of technology in the legal world. Being part of the Deloitte network and having access to a wide range of IT and technical expertise enables us to not just follow but set these new trends. Out teams are constantly developing tools and offerings tailored specifically for the legal industry. Such tools range from technology-enabled due diligence solutions to services which supports general counsels seeking to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of legal and contracting functions of multinational companies through the use of technology and process improvement and legal departments to outsource their corporate compliance, thereby achieving improved management of complexity and risk, greater control of data and insights into the entity compliance process.
Can you give us a practical example of how you have helped a client to add value to their business?
Due to the pandemic, Hungarian legislation provided some help and loosened the legal regulations concerning corporate approvals that were essential to enable the market to perform their legal obligations under the law, and also to perform business, almost, as usual. Our M&A team was on the forefront and while always monitoring the day-to-day changes to Hungarian and European legislation, we not only effectively advised clients on the implementation of changes but could also demonstrate our flexibility and efficiency by supporting clients through the entire lifecycle of a transaction remotely and online, without physical interaction. Such approach benefited our former and new clients and was also highly acclaimed by them. We believe that our ability to react to rapid changes in the market and the novel approach by our professionals towards their work while meeting clients’ high demands and needs in isolation, was best characterized by high client satisfaction. They were still able to successfully complete transactions despite the challenges that the pandemic brought to the business environment.
Are clients looking for stability and strategic direction from their law firms – where do you see the firm in three years’ time?
Solid technical skills are no longer a competitive edge but rather the bare minimum in the legal industry. We strive to become the trusted advisor of our clients, who understands and can address the real challenges that they face. While Deloitte Legal Hungary is still relatively young, results show that we are heading to the right direction. Many of our practice groups became market leaders on their fields. We would like to keep the same dynamic growth which will pave our way to become one of the largest firms in Hungary. We provide all of that in a one-stop-shop firm with a broad business outlook, that shares the ambitions of our clients, with the focus of helping our clients to succeed.
Legal Briefings
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Corporate governance in Mexico: overview and trends 2021
Adapting Mexican corporate governance policy related to new market realities would need corporate law reform with the backing of enforcement. Nevertheless, certain local instruments – which lack binding force and which may, at best, fit in the category of ‘soft law’ – attempt to direct corporate practices through a voluntary approach. This is the case … -
Employment law in Cyprus
1. Can you provide guidance on the process for terminating an employment contract in Cyprus, including any legal requirements and potential risks? For a dismissal to be considered lawful without the employee being entitled to compensation for unfair dismissal, one of the following reasons of dismissal must apply: -
Cyprus, an innovation hub
Cyprus is gaining momentum as the preferred location for entrepreneurs and fintech businesses.
Comparative Guides
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Colombia: Corporate Immigration
Published: September 2023
Authors: Carolina Acuña Carlos Llanos
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Immigration laws and regulations applicable in Colombia.
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Germany: Corporate Immigration
Published: September 2023
Authors: Susanne Turner, L.L.M. Sonja HoffmeisterIsabel Landgraf
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Immigration laws and regulations applicable in Germany.
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Singapore: Corporate Immigration
Published: September 2023
Authors: Christina KarlSandip Bhandal
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Immigration laws and regulations applicable in Singapore.
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Switzerland: Corporate Immigration
Published: September 2023
Authors: Julia Stutzer
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Immigration laws and regulations applicable in Switzerland.
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United Kingdom: Corporate Immigration
Published: September 2023
Authors: Jurga McCluskeyMelanie CarrGary BakerKrissy HushCharlotte Xiong
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Immigration laws and regulations applicable in United Kingdom.
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Ireland: Corporate Immigration
Published: September 2023
Authors: Róisín FitzpatrickReshma McCannJames Gallagher
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Corporate Immigration laws and regulations applicable in Ireland.
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Costa Rica: Tax Disputes
Published: October 2023
Authors: Fabio SalasJose Fabio ChinchillaRolando Brenes
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Tax Disputes laws and regulations applicable in Costa Rica.
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Cyprus: Employment and Labour Law
Published: April 2023
Authors: Gaston HadjianastassiouMichalis Georgiou
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Employment and Labour laws and regulations applicable in Cyprus.
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Belgium: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: David RoelensSteven VanderroostBrandon Mbuyi KabongRichard Steppe
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Belgium.
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Uruguay: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Juan BonetJavier Dominguez
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Uruguay.
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United Kingdom: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Andrew HowardGlafkos TombolisPeter GrigorMo MalhotraRachel Hossack
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in United Kingdom.
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The Netherlands: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Jonathan TalackoFraukje PanisJohn PaansStijn VerweijenNicolas Herrero FolleyMohamed Bouskla
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in The Netherlands.
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Thailand: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Patcharaporn PootranonVeerakorn SamranwethLalita Thawornviriyanan
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Thailand.
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Singapore: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Joanna YapMarilyn Poon
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Singapore.
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Serbia: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Stefan Antonić
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Serbia.
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Norway: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Mari E. WetlesenGro HelvikSteinar KulstadElin LøfsgaardHenriette Holmen
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Norway.
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Mexico: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Mauricio OropezaMelissa Franco
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Mexico.
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Italy: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Giorgio MarianiJosephine RomanoEmilio CucchiaraGiorgio OrlandiniLaura TredwellStefano MiniatiFederico D’AmelioMarzia Del Vaglio
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Italy.
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Germany: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Andreas JentgensJulia Petersen
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Germany.
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Croatia: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Valerija Cerovski
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Croatia.
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Bulgaria: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Zvezdelina FilovaKaloyan YordanovMiglena MichevaAtanas ArshinkovVasil Lenkov
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Bulgaria.
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Austria: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Maximilian WeilerStefan ZischkaPeter GrauMike Schaunig
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Austria.
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Guatemala: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Estuardo PaganiniManuel Lara
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Guatemala.
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Austria: Lending & Secured Finance
Published: April 2023
Authors: Dr. Andreas JankMMag. Andreas Bonelli
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Lending & Secured Finance laws and regulations applicable in Austria.
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Cyprus: Doing Business In
Published: April 2023
Authors: Andreas ThomaSofia PanayiCharalambos Charalambous
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview of Doing Business In laws and regulations applicable in Cyprus.