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Taylor Wessing Slovakia
PANENSKÁ 6
81103 BRATISLAVA
Slovakia

Slovakia > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1

Over the past year, Taylor Wessing Slovakia has seen an equal split across local and cross-border deals, with clients active in a range of industries including life sciences and TMT. The team continues to be involved in legislative activities in the commercial and corporate space, working closely with the Slovak Ministry of Justice; practice head Juraj Frindrich is a key name for such work. On the corporate side, Radovan Pala is a notable senior contact, while Milan Červenka and Peter Kaňuch are highly regarded for asssisting national and international clients with a wide range of commercial issues. Kristína Kešnerová, Andrej Leontiev and Andrea Kováčiková are likewise recommended.

Practice head(s):

Juraj Frindrich

Testimonials

‘The team is very professional and friendly at the same time, what reassures me is that I work with 1st class experts I can rely on. In addition, the team is always available, delivers high-quality outputs and thus increases also the relevancy of our organisation in front of other institutions and stakeholders with whom we enter legal matters.’

‘I have been cooperating mostly with Peter Kaňuch. I value his proactivity, responsiveness, and systematic and flawless work. Peter always meets the deadline, delivers high-quality outputs and communicates in an understandable way, meaning that he can explain the legal requirements in a comprehensible manner. What I value the most is his friendly approach, which always makes me look forward to our working meetings’

‘Professionalism, in-depth knowledge and diligence.’

‘Friendly, high level of understanding of the client’s needs.’

Key clients

Brantner Group

Circular Slovakia

GA Drilling

Cube Infrastructure Management

M-MARKET

PORFIX

Tatra Asset Management

Trei Real Estate

Robertshaw

WWF (World Wildlife Fund) Slovensko

SK-NIC

dm drogerie markt

Work highlights

  • Advised Brantner Group on the foundation of a JV with a major Slovak energy supplier, assisting with negotiations and finalisation of key documents.
  • Advising GA Holding on its investment round.
  • Advised Trei Real Estate, a venture from the Tengelmann Group, on the sale of its Czech and Slovak real estate portfolio, comprising Billa and Penny Market supermarkets and retail parks.

Slovakia > Employment Tier 1

Taylor Wessing Slovakia handles a wide range of employment matters, including compliance, document drafting, and representation of clients in civil and administrative proceedings. Radovan Pala and Radoslava Lichnovská jointly lead the team; both are noted for their experience in employment-related litigation. Andrea Čupeľová is the go-to name for collective bargaining negotiations and employment issues arising as a consequence of M&A transactions. Tomáš Grell focuses on mandates relating to the employment of foreign nationals in Slovakia.

Practice head(s):

Radovan Pala; Radoslava Lichnovská

Other key lawyers:

Tomáš Grell; Soňa Ondrušková; Lenka Filipoiu; Andrea Čupeľová

Testimonials

‘We have been working with the Taylor Wessing law firm for years. We have always been very satisfied with the approach of the entire team as well as their expertise. They invoice us every month and it has always been problem-free.’

‘We must especially highlight Radoslava Lichnovská for her precision, expertise and humane approach.’

‘The whole team is very proactive and helpful. They are working “all day”. You can communicate with them early in the morning or in the evening.’

‘I have to highlight personally Radoslava Lichnovská, with her I was most often in contact. She always advised and explained the context, pointed out possible problems and advised on how to avoid them.’

‘Diligent, engaged and honest.’

‘Devoted, friendly and professional.’

Key clients

Reporters of Slovak national broadcasting company

SATYS AIR LIVERY UK LTD

Medpace, Inc.

PDI Technologies Slovakia, s.r.o.

dm drogerie markt, s.r.o.

Prvá stavebná sporiteľňa, a.s.

BE-SOFT a.s.

Dopravný podnik Bratislava, akciová spoločnosť

Najvyšší kontrolný úrad Slovenskej republiky

Spin Master International B.V. Slovak Branch

WWF (World Wildlife Fund) Slovensko

ARVAL SLOVAKIA, s.r.o.

UBC Composites GmbH

Nakladatelství C.H.Beck, s.r.o. Slovak Branch

Work highlights

  • Represented former reporters of a national broadcasting company in civil proceedings related to unfair dismissal.
  • Represented the former vice president of a multi-national IT corporation in a dispute over the invalid termination of his employment.
  • Represented Prvá stavebná sporiteľňa in multiple court proceedings related to the termination of employment of two former managers.

Slovakia > Dispute resolution Tier 2

Taylor Wessing Slovakia regularly handles cases which involve cross-border elements, and is particularly active in the real estate and construction sectors. Alternative dispute resolution is another core area of focus. Radovan Pala  and Andrej Leontiev co-head the Bratislava office. Ján Lazur handles trademark and unfair competition litigation. Tomáš AmbrosEva Smoleňová  and Marek Anderle are also active members of the group.

Practice head(s):

Andrej Leontiev

Other key lawyers:

Radovan Pala; Ján Lazur; Marek Anderle; Tomáš Ambros; Eva Smoleňová

Key clients

Zuzana Čaputová

ZTS – Špeciál, a.s.

Banskobystrický samosprávny kraj

EEI

ZOO Bratislava

Všeobecná zdravotná poisťovňa

BILLA

Čiernohronská železnica

Mesto Bratislava

Letisko Poprad-Tatry

Štátna pokladnica

Work highlights

  • Representing the City of Bratislava in a dispute regarding the development of the area surrounding the main railway station.
  • Representing ZTS Special, a state-owned company producing army equipment, in a dispute with its supplier concerning the payment of the purchase price and reparation of defects.
  • Representing a non-profit organisation operating the Čiernohronská Forest Railway tourist attraction in a number of civil disputes concerning the use of land under the railway, as well as various administrative proceedings regarding operation permits and its status as a national cultural monument.

Slovakia > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 4

Taylor Wessing Slovakia's banking and finance team is led by Silvia Hlavačková, who is experienced in financing transactions, regulatory compliance issues, and debt and equity offerings; the team advise a variety of financial institutions on these matters. Cross-border financing projects are another area of strength. Zuzana Kordíková is noted for expertly guiding financial institutions, investments funds and corporate clients through financing transactions.

Practice head(s):

Silvia Hlavačková

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Customer orientated, excellent know-how, flexible approach.’

Key clients

Tatra Asset Management správ. spol. a.s.

BKS Bank AG

RF Elements a. s.

Robertshaw

Work highlights

  • Advising Tatra Asset Management on its strategic partnership with Alto Real Estate.
  • Assisted Trei Real Estate with the sale of its Czech and Slovak real estate portfolio, including the Billa and Penny Market supermarkets.
  • Advised Tatra Asset Management on its joint acquisition of the Aupark Shopping Centre Bratislava.

Slovakia > Real estate and construction Tier 4

Under the leadership of Zuzana Kordíková, the team at Taylor Wessing Slovakia assists owners, operators, lessors and lessees of real estate assets with negotiations and transactions. Silvia Hlavačková typically advises national and international clients on the sale and purchase of real estate property. Andrej LeontievDominika Kočišová and Martin Matejka are further key names from the practice.

Practice head(s):

Zuzana Kordíková

Key clients

Tatra Asset Management, správ. spol., a.s.

Čiernohronská železnica, n.o.

Danfoss Power Solutions, a.s.

dm drogerie markt, s.r.o.

City of Bratislava

PORFIX Sand s. r. o.

GA Drilling, a. s.

Cube Infrastructure Managers

M-MARKET, a.s.

Intermedical

Work highlights

  • Advising Tatra Asset Management on its strategic partnership with Alto Real Estate, encompassing the acquisition of shares in office buildings, formation of a JV, negotiation of agreements, and representation in merger clearance proceedings.
  • Assisting M-Market with the joint acquisition of Shopping Mall Optima.
  • Supported Cube Infrastructure Managers’ entry into the Slovak heating market through a transaction.

The firm: Founded in 1986 and formerly known as e|n|w|c Attorneys at Law, Taylor Wessing CEE today is the CEE/SEE Competence Centre of Taylor Wessing, a leading international law firm with more than 1,200 lawyers working across 33 offices in 20 countries. Taylor Wessing is a full-service law firm, working with clients in the world’s most dynamic industries. The firm takes a single-minded approach to advising its clients, helping them succeed by thinking innovatively about their business issues. A focus on the industries of tomorrow has enabled Taylor Wessing to develop market-leading expertise in technology, media and communications, life sciences, private wealth and energy.

Taylor Wessing CEE has offices in Bratislava, Brno, Budapest, Kiev, Klagenfurt, Prague, Vienna and Warsaw and advises investors in Central and Eastern Europe from the initial stages of their projects onwards.Its lawyers all have international experience. Their familiarity with the rules of the game and the local cultures in these emerging markets play an important part in the success of the work for these clients. Taylor Wessing CEE is committed to providing its clients with top quality advice and service both on the basis of long-term relationships and in connection with individual legal projects. Teams of specialists deliver rapid and reliable legal and business advice.

International work: With eight offices in six CEE countries, Taylor Wessing CEE shows great competence in Central and Eastern Europe. An Italian Desk exists in Budapest, Kiev, Vienna and Warsaw. In addition, Taylor Wessing has a further 25 offices across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, and has particular expertise in advising clients in North America, Brazil and India.

Department Name Email Telephone
Banking and finance
Commercial
Competition, EU and trade
Compliance
Corporate, M&A and capital markets
Dispute resolution
Employment, pensions and mobility
Environmental, planning and regulatory
IP/IT
Private client
Projects
Real estate and construction
Restructuring and corporate recovery
Tax
Photo Name Position Profile
Jana Brezinová photo JUDr Mag Jana Brezinová Jana Brezinová is a senior associate and head of Real Estate &…
Peter Demčák photo Mgr Peter Demčák Peter Demčák is a counsel in the Competition, EU & Trade team…
Lenka Filipoiu photo JUDr Lenka Filipoiu Lenka Filipoiu is a senior associate and a member of the Commercial…
Juraj Frindrich photo Mgr Juraj Frindrich Juraj Frindrich is a partner and a member of the Corporate, M&A…
Silvia Hlavačková photo Mgr Silvia Hlavačková Silvia Hlavačková is a partner at Taylor Wessing Bratislava, Slovakia. Her core…
Ján Lazur photo JUDr Ján Lazur Ján Lazur is a partner and a member of the IP/IT group…
Andrej Leontiev photo JUDr Andrej Leontiev Andrej Leontiev is a partner at Taylor Wessing Slovakia and co-heads the…
Radoslava Lichnovská photo JUDr Radoslava Lichnovská Radoslava Lichnovská is a senior associate and a member of the Employment,…
Radovan Pala photo JUDr Radovan Pala Radovan Pala is a partner at Taylor Wessing Slovakia and co-heads the…
Eva Smoleňová photo Mgr Eva Smoleňová Eva Smoleňová is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing Bratislava, Slovakia. She…
Andrea Čupeľová photo JUDr Andrea Čupeľová Andrea is a partner at Taylor Wessing, she advises national and international…
Number of lawyers : 116
at this office : 26
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Contacts : Andrej Leontiev
Contacts : Radovan Pala
Other offices : Brno
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