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Glatzová & Co., s.r.o. > The Legal 500 Rankings

Czech Republic > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1

Glatzová & Co., s.r.o.‘s expertly advises both lenders and borrowers on domestic and international financial transactions, regularly handling complex cross-border deals, as well as assisting with various elements of financial services regulation. Regularly engaged by leading international banks, foreign investors, top local companies and financial market leaders, the firm’s banking, finance and capital markets practice showcases strengths in acquisition and project financing. Additionally, the group handles complex restructurings, fund finance, and high-yield bond work. The team is jointly led by Libor Němec, who is particularly skilled in handling bond issuances and regulatory matters, and Martin Dančišin, who specialises in insolvency proceedings and real estate finance.

Czech Republic > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2

The commercial, corporate and M&A offering at Glatzová & Co., s.r.o. is comprehensive and involves advising on M&A transactions, joint ventures, and minority shareholder concerns. The scope of work also extends to conducting due diligence and preparing corporate documentation in both domestic and cross-border contexts. The team is jointly led by Vladimíra Glatzová, Jiří Sixta and Jindřich Král, all of whom are experienced in acquisition work on behalf of clients across various industries, as well as solvent restructurings and general commercial services.

Czech Republic > Employment Tier 2

Glatzová & Co., s.r.o.’s employment practice has niche expertise in advising clients from the automotive industry, and regularly advises on non-competition, non-solicitation, and confidentiality matters. Elsewhere, the department liaises with the firm’s M&A practice to handle transaction work, and also covers employment disputes often related to work injury cases. Much of the group’s client base consists of IT and financial services institutions. The group is led by expert Jiří Sixta, who is qualified in both Czech and Slovak law, and who works between the firm’s Prague and Bratislava offices.

Czech Republic > Dispute resolution Tier 3

Glatzová & Co., s.r.o.’s dispute resolution practice is jointly led by Martin Dančišin, who focuses on restructuring and insolvency-related litigation, and Libor Němec, who offers know-how on disputes relating to financial markets regulation. The team is involved in arbitration and litigation across various business sectors and has experienced a recent increase in proceedings within the energy and heavy machinery fields. Particularly skilled in regulatory and administrative law disputes, the group frequently collaborates with international law firms to handle cross-border deals.

Czech Republic > Projects and energy Tier 3

Glatzová & Co., s.r.o.’s projects and energy practice count major banks, investors, and real estate sector companies amongst its key roster of clients and is well-positioned to advise on work in both the Czech and Slovak regions. The firm advises on various elements of the field, such as the development and construction of power plants and logistic sites, the operation of energy facilities, and land development projects involving environmental protection issues. Elsewhere, the group displays strengths in the renewable energy sector, and primarily handles work relating to solar power, wind, and natural gas energy. Erik Kolan leads the department and focuses on the regulatory aspects of renewable energy. Tomáš Kessler is a key contact within the team and covers planning and building proceedings.

Czech Republic > Real estate and construction Tier 3

Glatzová & Co., s.r.o.’s real estate group undertakes projects in both the Czech Republic and Slovakia, and frequently represents developers and investors. Demonstrating strengths in acquisitions and real estate financing, the firm also specialises in permitting processes, and development projects in the leisure, industry, and logistics fields. Erik Kolan heads the practice and covers complex planning and building processes, which often address heritage and environmental protection concerns. Senior associate Tomáš Kessler is a key contact within the department.

Czech Republic > TMT Tier 3

Glatzová & Co., s.r.o., has strength in regulatory disputes, software and licensing agreements, domain name disputes, and in the negotiating of licensing agreements for the use of graphic and audiovisual works. Elsewhere, the group assists clients with the setting up of trademarks. The TMT group is led by Jindřich Jelínek, who has extensive experience in cybersecurity work, licensing matters, and IP matters.

Slovakia > Commercial, corporate and M&A

Led by Vladimíra Glatzová and Veronika Pázmányová, Glatzová & Co., s. r. o. specialises in international transactions, with a particular focus on the Czech Republic. Simon Šufliarsky provides legal support in a variety of M&A transactions, including conducting due diligence and assessing antitrust aspects, while Miroslav Ondáš is knowledgeable in the data protection aspects of M&A deals.

Slovakia > Banking, finance and capital markets