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Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 1

The experienced team at independent law firm Szecskay Attorneys at Law remains a force in the marketplace, representing domestic and multinational corporates in major competition matters (the DAF trucks cartel case), complex construction disputes and technology disputes involving AI, blockchain, NFTs and battery recycling. In addition, the group's client base spans such sectors as real estate, logistics, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and mining. The practice is headed by managing partner, founder and veteran litigator and arbitrator András Szecskay and Miklós Boronkay, an expert in competition law matters, and lead in the DAF Trucks case. György Wellmann displays extensive expertise in public procurement matters. Krisztina Sztoján provides key support in damages and warranty lawsuits.

Hungary > Employment Tier 1

Szecskay Attorneys at Law’s employment team is well-regarded for its expertise in a broad range of employment law matters, including the establishment and termination of employment relationships, whistleblowing systems, TUPE issues and data protection law. The team is noted for its ability to provide comprehensive support across both contentious and advisory employment matters. Led by Zoltan Balazs Kovacs, the team provides strategic guidance on complex employment issues, with particular expertise in data protection-related aspects. Katalin Grósz focuses on employment litigation, handling breaches of contracts, damages claims and other employment disputes. Judit Szórádi advises both local and international companies on a variety of employment agreements, day-to-day HR matters and employment-related aspects of M&A transactions and corporate restructurings, including cross-border issues.

Hungary > Intellectual property Tier 1

Szecskay Attorneys at Law places a strong focus on IP, representing clients in trade mark, patent, and copyright infringement cases, as well as trade mark registration and portfolio management. The team provides comprehensive advice on copyright protection across literary, musical, software and database works, including licensing agreements. They are active in telecoms and new technology issues, with a patent litigation practice primarily focused on the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Led by Gusztáv Bacher, a recognised expert in industrial property and copyright law, the team also includes András Szecskay, a highly regarded patent litigator with an extensive litigation and arbitration practice, and Gábor Faludi, who brings expertise in IP and contract law, leveraging prior experience at the Hungarian copyright protection agency. The team offers both local and international expertise.

Hungary > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2

The banking and finance and capital markets group at Szecskay Attorneys at Law marshals the expertise of its team to assist insurers and domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates across such sectors as engineering, manufacturing, e-commerce and software, on a diverse spectrum of matters. The practice's comprehensive service covers advice on syndicated loans, complex restructuring, regulatory compliance, banking and finance litigation and project, real estate, acquisition and corporate finance. The team is headed by multi-jurisdictional finance expert Katalin Szecskay; Judit Budai, a specialist in both banking transactional and regulatory work. Other key figures include János Vajda, who brings strength to banking dispute resolution; Bence Molnár, who is experienced in capital markets transactions; Judit Szórádi, an officer of the Securities Law Committee of the IBA, who draws on an in-house background; and Gergely Benyó, whose practice focuses on regulatory matters and restructuring.

Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2

The experienced team at independent law firm Szecskay Attorneys at Law brings strength to advising insurers and multinational corporates in such sectors as energy, pharmaceuticals, retail, real estate and engineering, on matters ranging from M&A, joint ventures and takeover defence to corporate governance, regulatory compliance and related competition law matters. The team is headed by M&A expert Orsolya Görgényi and Sándor Németh, who handles complex matters in the biotech sector. Other key figures include Judit Budai, who specialises in advising domestic start-ups; Adrienn Tar, who draws on experience in employment law; and Bence Molnár, who provides extensive expertise in capital market transactions.

Hungary > Competition Tier 2

Szecskay Attorneys at Law offers broad industry representation and regularly acts before the EU Court of Justice and the European Commission. The team is highly regarded for its expertise in mergers, cartels, abuse of dominance and state aid matters. The head of the team, Anikó Keller, advises on competition compliance and represents clients in high-stakes cases before the Hungarian Competition Authority and courts. Sam MacMahon Baldwin serves as a pan-European antitrust advisor, handling complex EU law and state aid matters. János Vajda is noted for his expertise in antitrust litigation and cartel investigations, while Gábor Faludi, Jr. specialises in consumer protection and advertising law, representing major companies before Hungarian authorities.

Hungary > Tax Tier 2

Szecskay Attorneys at Law excels in handling tax disputes before authorities and courts, alongside advisory services on Hungary’s evolving tax landscape. The firm has expanded its diverse clientele, particularly addressing sector-specific taxes introduced in recent years. The tax team, led by the highly regarded Róbert Dezső, is recognised for successfully navigating clients through complex tax and customs litigation against Hungarian authorities. Adding to the firm’s strengths, Máté Kiss brings robust expertise in dispute resolution, further reinforcing the firm’s tax litigation practice.

Hungary > TMT Tier 2

Szecskay Attorneys at Law is highly regarded for its strength in advertising and media law, advising major global advertisers on media compliance, cross-border campaigns, promotional games and sweepstakes. The firm also provides advisory and compliance support to digital platforms, software companies and large telecom operators. With a niche in advising artists, writers and designers on IP and copyright law, the team is co-led by Anikó Keller, who represents high-profile TMT clients in transactional, contentious and compliance matters, and Gusztáv Bacher, who specialises in advertising, IP litigation, licensing and M&A transactions for tech companies.

Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 3

Szecskay Attorneys at Law specialises in the energy sector, advising on electricity generation, energy trading, network operations, investments, licensing and regulatory matters. The firm is experienced in energy transactions, representing both buyers and sellers and handles energy-related disputes through litigation and arbitration. Team head Katalin Grósz is an expert in energy law, financing and restructuring, as well as representing clients in complex disputes.

Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 3

Szecskay Attorneys at Law represents companies in buying and developing industrial real estate, large residential estates, hotels and commercial properties for use or resale/lease purposes. The team advises foreign and domestic clients on complex acquisitions and development ventures, including greenfield investments, handling due diligence, title reviews, zoning, environmental issues and preparing necessary agreements. Co-head Patrick Tausz has vast experience in high-value transactions involving international companies, specialising in real property law, tax regulations and project finance. Co-head Attila Jásdi has also led numerous high-value transactions, strengthening the firm’s expertise in the real estate sector.