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BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. > The Legal 500 Rankings
Czech Republic > Dispute resolution Tier 1
BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o.’s dispute resolution practice covers various areas of litigation, including construction, real estate, and investment, as well as displaying strengths in post-M&A disputes and damages claims. With demonstrable experience in handling complex cases both on a domestic and international scale, the firm frequently represents clients at varying levels of courts across Europe. The team is collectively led by banking law expert František Honsa; media law specialist Vladimír Uhde; and Robert Klenka, who showcases know-how in major trade disputes. Tomáš Politzer is another key contact within the department.Practice head(s):
František Honsa; Vladimír Uhde; Robert Klenka
Other key lawyers:
Tomáš Politzer; Petr Vošahlík; Jan Kadrnožka; Petra Borkovcová
Testimonials
‘Jan Kadrnožka is very skilled and proactive.’
‘Amazing team. Always ready to work hard and deliver results.’
‘Robert Klenka deserves huge credit for his personal credibility and integrity, as well as his professional skills.’
‘Robert Klenka’s leadership is fascinating. No matter which team he leads he always has all the details and sees the big picture of the matter, including short-term and long-term strategy.’
Key clients
AB-CREDIT a.s.
AMADEUS Real Estate, a.s.
AMC Networks International
COMPAG Mladá Boleslav s.r.o.
Stadler Deutschland GmbH
Home Credit Group
O2 Czech Republic a.s.
Plzeňský Prazdroj, a.s.
PPF Group
SAFE DIESEL s.r.o.
NL – BioLAB s.r.o.
Rockaway Capital Group
Work highlights
- Represented the aggrieved customers of the Volkswagen holding in the Dieselgate claims.
Czech Republic > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2
With considerable expertise in financial regulation, the banking, finance and capital markets department at BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. is well placed to advise on credit financing and bond issuances and programmes on both foreign and Czech markets. Frequently engaged by banks, credit institutions, and insurance companies, the firm also demonstrates know-how on fintech advisory matters, in addition to assisting with the complex structuring of creditor-debtor relations. Led by Tomáš Sedláček, who is entrusted by banks to provide professional counsel in relation to securities and financial and commodity derivatives, the practice also handles capital markets work, including the structuring of capital markets instruments.Practice head(s):
Tomáš Sedláček
Other key lawyers:
Andrea Adamacova; Petr Přecechtěl
Testimonials
‘A great diverse team with experience from previous jobs for other relevant firms and authorities.’
‘Tomáš Sedláček is excellent. He communicates transparently and handles matters well.’
‘Complex services, strong individuals, and outstanding local connections.’
‘Tomáš Sedláček is a very capable lawyer and is result-oriented.’
Key clients
Air Bank a.s.
Česká Exportní Banka (Czech Export Bank)
Česká Národní Banka (Czech National Bank)
Česká telekomunikační infrastruktura a.s. /CETIN Finance B.V.
Českomoravská Nemovitostní Group
EP Energy a.s./CE, Energy a.s.
EPH Group
Equa Bank, a.s.
Home Credit Group
J&T Group
PPF Group
PPF banka
První Investiční a.s.
Raiffeisenbank a.s.
RD Rýmařov Group
Progresus Group
Work highlights
- Advised PPF Group, as a borrower, on negotiating and executing a €1.121bn acquisition facility arranged by ING for the purposes of acquiring shares in Moneta Money Bank.
- Assisted ŠKODA TRANSPORTATION Group with the establishment of a new €1.5bn umbrella facility financing combining revolving loan, term loan and guarantee facilities for ŠKODA TRANSAPORTAION Group.
- Advised Air Bank on restructuring a new lending facility which would qualify as a MREL instrument for the purposes of bank regulatory capital.
Czech Republic > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o.‘s commercial, corporate and M&A team counts joint ventures, acquisitions, and the sale of shares within its scope of work. Noted for its capabilities in handling large M&A transactions within the IT and fintech spaces, the firm also has a strong focus on medical and pharmaceutical M&A deals. Corporate specialist Kateřina Winterling Vorlíčková leads the group, and brings additional expertise in public procurement law to the role. Managing partner Petr Mlejnek is another key contact in the practice and frequently advises on complex acquisition projects and external financing.Practice head(s):
Kateřina Winterling Vorlíčková
Other key lawyers:
Petr Mlejnek; Petr Přecechtěl; Tomáš Sedláček; Andrea Adamcová
Testimonials
‘Practical and complex knowledge of Czech law and delivery of business-oriented implementation.’
‘All practitioners we cooperate with are very focused and goal oriented.’
Key clients
PPF Group
Allianz Group
AnaCap Partners
Beat Games s.r.o.
Cinven Partners
Česká pošta, s.p
Českomoravská nemovitostní a.s
Progresus Group
ČEZ group
EMMA GAMMA LIMITED (and its affiliates)
EPH Group
SAZKA Group
J&T Group
KAPRAIN Group
Mall CZ Group
NMS a.s.
Rocky Group
ŠKODA INVESTMENT a.s.
ŠKODA TRANSPORTATION a.s.
Czech Republic > TMT Tier 2
At BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o., the TMT department offers guidance on a variety of matters such as cybersecurity concerns, the development of digital distribution platforms, personal data protection, and e-commerce. Drawing strengths from its transactional, litigation, and regulatory capabilities, the team is also well-equipped to advise on TMT-related M&A deals. The firm counts health sector companies, fintech corporations, TV broadcasters, and financial institutions amongst its client base. Petr Přecechtěl heads the practice, also specialising in competition and M&A law. Zdeněk Husták is a notable member of the offering and covers financial markets and services, as is Tomáš Sedláček, who handles financial regulation and structured finance.Practice head(s):
Petr Přecechtěl
Other key lawyers:
Zdeněk Husták; Tomáš Sedláček; Matěj Manderla; Adam Nečas
Testimonials
‘The BBH TMT team is especially strong in their ability to combine in-depth regulatory and fintech knowledge with their business perception and client needs. This way they bring forward working solutions where others fail.’
‘Adam Nečas, Zdeněk Husták and Tomáš Sedláček are the individuals who I work with the most. Adam and Zdenek have a background in working for the Czech National Bank and when it comes to financial regulation and structuring fintech solutions which have a regulatory aspect, they are the persons to turn to as they are able to consider issues from all angles.’
‘Tomáš Sedláček’s strength lies in his excellent understanding of business which combined with his expertise, know-how and experience makes him especially strong in his ability to structure and create working solutions.’
Key clients
Air Bank a.s.
ATRIS investiční společnost a.s.
Automobilist
CETIN (Česká telekomunikační infrastruktura, a.s.)
Incrate s.r.o. (Kaprain group)
Citrix
Crowdberry a.s.
ČEZ and its subsidiaries
eToro (Europe) Ltd.
Nej.cz s.r.o.
Nordic Telecom
O2 Czech Republic a.s.
PPF Group (including PPF banka and Home Credit)
ROIER (Bedby, s.r.o.)
Zonky, a.s.
Škoda Investment a.s.
Škoda Transportation group
Work highlights
- Acted as legal counsel to incrate s.r.o. in relation to the sale of its portion of 5G radio frequencies to T-Mobile Czech Republic.
- Advised Škoda Investment, Škoda Transporation and its respective subsidiaries in relation to the trademarks and other rights related to designation “ŠKODA” in particular the administrative and civil court disputes with ŠKODA AUTO a.s. related thereto.
- Representing O2 Czech Republic a.s. in proceedings concerning a claim for damages worth CZK4bn, by Volný a.s., arising due to an alleged abuse of dominant position on the broadband internet market.
BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. > Firm Profile
The firm: BBH, advokátní kancelář, s.r.o. (BBH) is a prominent Czech law firm with an international presence. Emanating from a notable international law firm operating on the Czech market since 1990, BBH was established in 2000 and built on its long-term client-centric vision and successful tradition. BBH currently operates in Prague and Bratislava.
BBH offers international and domestic clients legal advice on cross-border transactions and in international litigation and arbitration proceedings held before all manner of tribunal and provides strategic counsel in most areas of law. Due to the firm’s daily international practice, BBH lawyers understand the objectives, expectations and requirements of their prominent clients and can satisfy their exacting needs with high-level innovative legal support.
Areas of practice: BBH provides legal and consulting services in the following key areas and sectors: banking and finance, insurance business; corporate compliance; financial regulation; energy law; insolvency and restructuring; TMT; capital markets; M&A, private equity, corporate law; real estate; litigation, arbitration and other proceedings; and competition law.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking and finance, insurance business | Tomáš Sedláček | tsedlacek@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Banking and finance, insurance business | Petr Přecechtěl | pprecechtel@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Capital markets | Tomáš Sedláček | tsedlacek@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Energy | Vladimír Uhde | vuhde@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Litigation, arbitration and other proceedings | Vladimír Uhde | vuhde@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Litigation, arbitration and other proceedings | František Honsa | fhonsa@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Financial regulation | Tomáš Sedláček | tsedlacek@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
M&A, corporate | Kateřina Vorlíčková | kvorlickova@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
M&A, corporate | Tomáš Sedláček | tsedlacek@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
M&A, corporate | Petr Přecechtěl | pprecechtel@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Real estate | Tomáš Politzer | tpolitzer@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Restructuring and insolvency | Robert Klenka | rklenka@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
TMT/IP, financial technology | Petr Přecechtěl | pprecechtel@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Competition/Antitrust | Petr Přecechtěl | pprecechtel@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Compliance | Zdeněk Husták | zhustak@bbh.cz | +420 234 091 355 |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Ms Andrea Adamcová | Senior Associate at BBH. | View Profile | |
Ms Natálie Bražinová | Natálie Bražinová is a Senior Advocate at BBH. | View Profile | |
JUDr František Honsa | Founding Partner of BBH, head of Dispute Resolution area | View Profile | |
Mr Zdeněk Husták | Partner and Head of Regulation & Compliance at BBH | View Profile | |
Tomáš Johanna | Tomáš Johanna is a Senior Attorney with BBH. | View Profile | |
Mr Robert Klenka | Robert Klenka is a partner at BBH. His primary focus is on… | View Profile | |
Mr Matěj Manderla | Senior Associate at BBH | View Profile | |
Mr Petr Mlejnek | Petr Mlejnek is a managing partner with BBH, specializing in business law… | View Profile | |
Mr Adam Nečas | Adam Nečas is a Senior Associate with BBH focusing on Financial Markets and… | View Profile | |
Ms Alice Nytrová | Alice Nytrová is a Senior Lawyer with BBH. | View Profile | |
Mr Tomáš Politzer | Tomáš Politzer is a Partner at BBH focusing on litigation. | View Profile | |
Judr Petr Přecechtěl | Partner with BBH specializing in M&A and Banking & Finance | View Profile | |
Mgr Tomáš Sedláček | Partner with BBH responsible for Banking and Finance, Capital Markets and M&A | View Profile | |
Ondřej Staněk | Ondřej Staněk is a Senior Associate with BBH. | View Profile | |
Mr Vladimír Uhde | Vladimír Uhde is partner at the BBH law firm and is co-head… | View Profile | |
Mr Petr Vošahlík | Petr Vošahlík is a Senior Lawyer with BBH focusing on representing clients… | View Profile | |
Ms Kateřina Winterling Vorlíčková | Kateřina Winterling Vorlíčková is a Partner at BBH focusing on civil, business… | View Profile | |
Kristýna Živanská | Kristýna Živanská is a Senior Associate at BBH. | View Profile |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 65Languages
Czech English French German Russian Slovak SpanishMemberships
ISDA Euro Arbitration Czech Arbitration Court LCIA Czech Bar Association International Arbitral Centre The Chamber for Commercial Relations with the Confederation of Independent States The Association of European Businesses in the Russian Federation The Czech Capital Market Association Austrian Arbitration Association ASA below 40Other
Other offices : Bratislava (BBH advokátska kancelária, s.r.o)- Dispute resolution