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WOLF THEISS FALUDI ÜGYVÉDI IRODA > The Legal 500 Rankings

Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 1

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda is distinguished for its unique offering in electricity forwarding, a special structure for real estate developers and real estate management companies, and its reputation in energy arbitration, led by name partner Zoltán Faludi. He also advises on all aspects of energy law, including acquisitions, regulatory issues, solar energy purchase agreements and the financing and development of photovoltaic plants. Practice head László Kenyeres has a wealth of cross-border experience in power plant, renewables and infrastructure development projects, having previously been involved in major development mandates in Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia and Serbia. In addition, he is also experienced in energy market regulations, finance network tariffs and implementation of energy efficiency schemes. Norbert Bálint has significant experience of concession agreements, PPAs, electricity production, network contracts, gas supply and tolling structures. Zoltán Bodnár is noted for electricity and heat generation work.

Hungary > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda maintains good visibility in project finance and real estate finance transactions, particularly in relation to the development of solar power parks, as well as large infrastructure and other real estate assets. The practice is also in demand for refinancing and restructuring mandates. Melinda Pelikán is the main contact for cross-border financing and regulatory matters. Clients from a German-speaking background are particularly well represented, with the firm also generating work from a growing local Hungarian corporate client roster.

Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda‘s excellent reputation for corporate and commercial work sees it undertake mandates connected with the automotive, energy, private equity, financial services and FMCG sectors. In addition to handling cross-border M&A, it advises foreign clients on the establishment of Hungarian subsidiaries and on their day-to-day management. János Tóth regularly advises private equity clients, and maintains a busy workload in joint venture projects and corporate restructuring. Ákos Erós‘ practice focuses on M&A, MBOs and other corporate matters.

Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 2

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda‘s team is highlighted for its ‘extensive knowledge and experience’ of cross-border and domestic litigation, primarily in relation to financial services, construction and real estate. It also acts for clients in insolvency proceedings, and in addition, has a strong background in energy arbitration. Name partner Zoltán Faludi has over 20 years of experience in commercial and energy litigation and arbitration.

Hungary > Tax Tier 2

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda‘s team is experienced in handling tax issues arising from M&A and restructurings. Beyond undertaking transactional work, it also advises on transfer pricing, employment share schemes and wealth planning for private high-net-worth clients. Tax litigation is another driver of work. The group is highlighted for its knowledge of sector-specific tax issues, particularly in the energy and manufacturing industries. Practice head János Pásztor is ‘a true star‘.

Hungary > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3

Barnabás Buzási is the key contact at Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda, where the data protection group operates as part of the firm’s employment practice. The firm has a well-established presence in the local market, as well as across the CEE region, supporting a cross-section of clients on GDPR mandates and on various data protection, retention and privacy issues. The firm has EuroPriSe (European Privacy Seal) legal and technical experts in-house, who certify IT-products and IT-based services. Taking an employment law standpoint, Buzási advices on data protection policies and procedures, data transfer in outsourcing projects and employee monitoring.

Hungary > Employment Tier 3

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda‘s Budapest team works on cross-border employment matters with practitioners located in the firm’s other offices in the CEE region. It is able to advise on matters such as employee transfers, internal HR policies, cross-border restructurings and labour disputes. László Kenyeres and Barnabás Buzási are the main points of contact.

Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 3

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda‘s team has expertise in real estate investment transactions and development projects, leasing, financing, facility management and real estate litigation. The practice is led by corporate partner János Tóth, with support from senior associate Norbert Bálint. Clients include real estate developers, management companies, commercial property and parking operators. The group advises on issues such as electricity supply and private network usage in large industrial parks, shopping malls and office buildings, as well as on novel payment structures and installation and operation of Electric Vehicle charging points in Hungary.

Hungary > TMT Tier 3

Wolf Theiss Faludi Erős Ügyvédi Iroda combines expertise in TMT, fintech, regulatory and corporate law with strengths in cross-border data protection matters and support in IT outsourcing projects. Lead partner János Tóth is supported by Norbert Bálint, who is experienced in advising IT, telecoms and software companies and start-ups.