KCG Partners Law Firm > Budapest, Hungary > Firm Profile

KCG Partners Law Firm
H-1052 Budapest
Türr István street 9. 2nd floor
Hungary

Hungary > Tax Tier 1

KCG Partners Law Firm’s tax practice offers comprehensive legal services, excelling in sophisticated tax planning, deal structuring and cross-border tax counselling. The team advises on corporate reorganisations, group structuring, transfer pricing, employment tax and tax investigations. Co-head Eszter Kamocsay-Berta is highly experienced in cross-border tax aspects of major transactions and ESOP programs. Gabriella Gálik brings extensive tax expertise to the team, while Bálint Zsoldos focuses on indirect taxes and tax procedures, leveraging his ‘Big 4’ background. Krisztián Királyvölgyi contributes expertise in corporate taxation and wealth management, strengthening the practice’s diverse portfolio.

Practice head(s):

Eszter Kamocsay-Berta; Gabriella Gálik

Testimonials

‘They excel in handling complex tax issues, from cross-border transactions to regulatory compliance, while consistently delivering tailored solutions that align with our broader business objectives.’

The tax team stand out for their exceptional expertise, problem-solving abilities, and proactive approach. They consistently provide clear, actionable advice that goes beyond just legal theory, they focus on practical solutions that align with our business goals. What sets them apart from competitors is their deep understanding of complex tax regulations and their ability to break them down into straightforward strategies for our company.’

‘They combine a deep understanding of complex tax laws with a practical mindset, enabling them to offer solutions that are not only legally sound but also strategically beneficial for our business. What makes them different from competitors is their proactive communication and their commitment to anticipating our needs, ensuring that we are always informed and prepared.’

‘The law firm’s staff are of a high standard, both human and professional. They are easy and good to work with. They do not just focus on the problem at hand but also look at the broader picture.’

‘Based on my past experience, KCG Partners is one of the best prepared and proactive law firms I have ever worked with. Their professional knowledge, ideas and approach to solving issues have always impressed me and that is why I have chosen them as a business partner. That being said, I am very satisfied with their services from both professional and personal perspectives. Their negotiation skill is also admirable. They are growing constantly in a very competitive market and they have a solid reputation in the Hungarian market.’

‘Gabriella Gálik is a brilliant lawyer who is helpful and smart. It is not quite common to meet such an enthusiastic lawyer, who is well prepared from a professional point of view and strives to provide the highest standard even under a lot of pressure and to come up with a solution that is beneficial for the client. She communicates in a way that even complex legal matters are understandable for clients.’

Key clients

Corvinus Zrt

OTP Bank

Pastor Valorem Private Foundation

LEGO

Deltaplast

Work highlights

  • Advised Corvinus Zrt., the Hungarian state-owned investment fund in the strategic acquisition of majority interest in Budapest airport for EUR 3.1 bn. As a result of the transaction, Corvinus acquired an 80% stake in the Budapest airport concession and Vinci Airports acquired the remaining 20% stake and became the airport operator.

Hungary > Employment Tier 2

KCG Partners Law Firm's employment practice has seen consistent growth, expanding its client base to include more public sector entities and handling an increasing number of cross-border mobility mandates. The team is adept at advising companies relocating businesses and employees to Hungary, offering a comprehensive ‘one-stop’ legal service across immigration, employment, corporate and taxation matters. Known for its expertise in ESOPs, high-stakes litigation, tax and employee share schemes, the firm also advises on HR concerns related to AI. Co-heads Levente Csengery, with over 20 years of experience, specialises in ESOPs, while Rita Párkányi focuses on data protection in employment. Eszter Ila-Horváth leads the international mobility practice, managing complex cross-border mandates with integrated legal solutions.

Practice head(s):

Levente Csengery; Rita Párkányi

Other key lawyers:

Eszter Ila-Horváth; Borbála Maglai

Testimonials

‘KCG Partners have an exceptional reputation on the Hungarian market in employment-related matters working on high-profile cases. We really appreciate that they are not a big ‘factory’ but a mid-size law firm with a stable and cohesive team. They are responsive and easy to work with.

‘In employment matters, we would point to Rita Párkányi and Levente Csengery as well as Eszter Ila-horváth and Borbála Maglai. They are experienced professionals working on prominent engagements. Also, they handle cross-border cases smoothly and transparently.’

‘We have worked with KCG for many years and are very satisfied with their service. They are very reliable and trustworthy. They know our industry and our business and take it into account when providing legal advice. They also have a very stable and cohesive team, which makes them very effective.’

‘In more complex cases, they involve senior attorneys and partners, who are always available, which makes them very effective. But in less complex cases, we mainly work with mid-level attorneys, who also perform their work with a high level of professionalism and are very conscientious in their work.’

‘Their employment team is very agile, quickly reacting and always available. They provide practical legal advice and their team is always set up for the complexity of the actual case, which makes them very work- and time-efficient.

‘The members of KCG’s employment team pay attention to details and therefore they carry out very precise research work. Regarding partners and senior associates, I would highlight their availability and quick response time as well as their practical advice which makes them very ‘smooth’ to work with.’

‘The friendly and professional approach of the team makes them stand out from the crowd.’

‘Rita Párkányi is always available and gives prompt and accurate advice. Her focus is on the client’s needs.’

Key clients

OTP Bank

LEGO

Deltaplast Kft.

Mediroyal Kft.

BimTech Engineering

Corvinus Zrt.

Work highlights

  • Advised Corvinus Zrt., the Hungarian state-owned investment fund in the strategic acquisition of majority interest in Budapest airport for EUR 3.1 bn.

Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 3

KCG Partners Law Firm focuses on industrial developments, including greenfield and brownfield investments, energy, and infrastructure, with a particular emphasis on solar power plant projects. The firm advises both domestic and international clients. Co-head Eszter Kamocsay-Berta brings extensive experience in energy projects, advising multinational clients in oil and gas, renewables and construction. Co-head Gabriella Gálik specialises in real estate and M&A, leveraging her expertise in international projects and the energy sector.

Practice head(s):

Eszter Kamocsay-Berta; Gálik Gabriella

Other key lawyers:

Lídia Süveges; Dénes Glavatity

Testimonials

‘KCG has an unparalleled combination of expertise, innovation and client-focused service. The team is made up of highly specialised legal professionals who excel in both technical knowledge and strategic thinking. With a deep understanding of complex legal matters, they offer solutions that are not only practical but also forward-thinking, helping us clients navigate both present challenges and future opportunities.’

‘The individuals at KCG stand out for their deep expertise, exceptional client commitment and proactive approach to problem-solving. They consistently go beyond the standard, offering personalised advice and creative solutions that set them apart from competitors. I’ve particularly valued their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to anticipate challenges. Partners like Eszter Kamocsay-Berta or Gabriella Gálik exemplify leadership and collaboration, making them invaluable to both clients and the firm.’

‘Unlike larger firms, where processes may be more rigid, this firm adapts to the specifics of every case. Their size gives them the agility to be highly proactive, delivering results quickly without sacrificing quality. The lawyers are very hands-on, offering strategic and technical advice that goes beyond legal theory and draws on practical, multi-disciplinary expertise.’

‘The team’s unique composition is a significant strength. Many lawyers have additional degrees in areas like engineering, tax, and economics, which adds depth to the legal advice provided. This interdisciplinary expertise is particularly valuable in complex cases that may involve technical, financial or regulatory elements. Clients can feel confident that the advice is both legally sound and practically applicable in business contexts. This is not a law firm that simply waits for instructions; they anticipate issues, propose solutions, and are forward-thinking in their approach.’

‘Professional, team-oriented, deep knowledge within their field and knows our business.’

‘I experience a professional attitude, but on the other side, a trustful friendly environment is what I get. It is a pleasure to work with them.’

‘Clear picture about the process. Explanations through the process of what was done and what else was needed for my case.’

‘I can’t praise them enough for their exceptional service, I got a clear picture of the case (from our initial consultation to the resolution of my case). The entire team operates at the highest level of professionalism. The firm possesses an incredible depth of legal knowledge.’

Key clients

Corvinus Zrt

LEGO

Deltaplast

Work highlights

  • Advised Corvinus Zrt., the Hungarian state-owned investment fund in the strategic acquisition of majority interest in Budapest airport for EUR 3.1bn.

Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 3

KCG Partners Law Firm delivers sector-specific expertise across real estate transactions, including industrial developments and greenfield or brownfield investments. The team leverages interdisciplinary resources from its projects and tax practices, ensuring comprehensive guidance. Co-head Eszter Kamocsay-Berta focuses on large-scale industrial developments, while co-head Gabriella Gálik excels in corporate real estate matters, managing full project lifecycles. Her expertise spans zoning agreements, planning, lease negotiations and transactions involving state and municipal properties.

Practice head(s):

Eszter Kamocsay-Berta; Gabriella Gálik

Other key lawyers:

Lídia Süveges; Dénes Glavatity

Testimonials

‘KCG Partners offers a highly capable, multi-talented and forward-thinking legal team, delivering exceptional results efficiently, and at a fair cost. Their focus on personalised service and proactive legal solutions sets them apart from larger firms, making them an excellent choice for anyone seeking top-tier legal expertise. The team’s proactive attitude translates into a high level of precision and creativity in problem-solving. This is not a law firm that simply waits for instructions; they anticipate issues, propose solutions and are forward-thinking in their approach.’

‘The team’s unique composition is a significant strength. Many lawyers hold multiple degrees in areas like engineering, tax and economics, which adds depth to the legal advice provided. This interdisciplinary expertise is particularly valuable in complex cases that may involve technical, financial, or regulatory elements. Clients can feel confident that the advice is both legally sound and practically applicable in business contexts.’

‘We have an excellent professional relationship with KCG Partners and have been working together on several matters. They have an exceptional reputation in the Hungarian market. We really appreciate that they are not a big ‘factory’ but a mid-size law firm with a stable and cohesive team. They are responsive and easy to work with.’

‘In real estate matters, we would point to Gabriella Gálik and Lídia Süveges. They are experienced professionals working on prominent engagements and are also familiar with regulatory issues. Also, they handle cross-border cases smoothly and transparently.’

‘KCG Partners Law Firm has a strong demonstrated knowledge, background and experience in construction. The team is up-to-date, always available and flexible. It is easy to contact them, online or personally as well. If it is needed KCG provides personal contribution and attendance.’

‘Their team is very agile, quickly reacting and always available. They provide practical legal advice and their team is always set up for the complexity of the actual case, which makes them very work and time efficient.’

‘The members of KCG’s team pay attention to details and therefore they carry out very precise research work. Regarding partners and senior associates, I would highlight their availability and quick response time as well as their practical advice which makes them very “smooth” to work with.’

‘Eszter Kamocsay-Berta is a tireless managing partner of KCG partners with great managing skills and expert knowledge. She is very proactive and pleasant to work with.’

Key clients

Corvinus Zrt

LEGO

Deltaplast

BIMTech

Work highlights

  • Advised Corvinus Zrt., the Hungarian state-owned investment fund in the strategic acquisition of majority interest in Budapest airport for EUR 3.1bn.

Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 4

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at KCG Partners Law Firm brings strength to advising financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates (including LEGO), across such sectors as manufacturing, education, construction, agriculture, sports and electronics, on day-to-day matters and cross-border M&A. The group, which displays particular strength in tax restructurings, is headed by Eszter Kamocsay-Berta, who specialises in M&A and construction and energy matters, and Gabriella Gálik, who provides expertise in mandates involving compliance, corporate governance and corporate restructurings. Rita Párkányi specialises in due diligence and the establishment of private companies.

Practice head(s):

Eszter Kamocsay-Berta; Gabriella Gálik

Other key lawyers:

László Madák

Testimonials

‘They have expertise in M&A, capital markets and corporate governance, with a strong emphasis on delivering tailored solutions for clients. They have personalised service, strategic insights and the ability to navigate challenging regulatory environments as key factors that distinguish them from larger, less agile firms.’

‘The members of KCG’s team (especially juniors) pay attention to details and therefore they carry out very precise research work. Regarding partners and senior associates, I would highlight their availability and quick response time, as well as their practical advice.’

‘Their exceptional blend of in-depth industry knowledge and a strategic, client-focused approach is unique. They excel in managing complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance and regulatory compliance, always ensuring that their advice aligns with our overall business objectives.’

‘What differentiates them from competitors is their proactive approach and collaborative spirit; they consistently engage with us throughout the process, making us feel like true partners.

‘Gabriella Gálik is one of the best practitioners on the market, who has proven her expertise in various cases during the past two decades. Eszter Kamocsay-Berta has extensive knowledge and experience, and being fluent in both German and English enables her to oversee cases with a wide spectrum of diversity.’

Key clients

Corvinus Zrt.

LEGO

OTP Bank

Pastor Valorem Private Foundation

Edelmann GmbH

Deltaplast

Association of the French Government Scholars

BIMTech

Work highlights

  • Advised Corvinus Zrt., the Hungarian state-owned investment fund in the acquisition of the majority interest of Budapest airport for EUR 3.1bn.

Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 4

The dispute resolution practice at KCG Partners Law Firm brings expertise to advising domestic and multinational corporations on disputes involving employment, real estate, IP, insolvency and contractual matters. With an active client roster spanning sectors ranging from energy, food and manufacturing to sports, fitness and IT, the practice is headed by employment litigation specialists Rita Párkányi (who also manages data protection matters) and Levente Csengery (who draws on over two decades’ experience in the practice space). Key support is provided by Bálint Éberhardt, Eszter Ila-Horváth and Borbála Maglai.

Practice head(s):

Rita Párkányi; Levente Csengery

Testimonials

‘The team’s ability to combine deep legal expertise with a highly strategic and pragmatic approach to resolving conflicts make this team unique. They excel in both litigation and alternative dispute resolution, offering tailored solutions that prioritise efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Potential clients should know that the team is particularly strong in high-stakes, complex cases, with a proven track record across industries.’

‘They approach each case with a tailored strategy, focusing not just on winning but on delivering the best possible outcome for our business. What sets them apart from competitors is their ability to navigate complex legal issues with agility and creativity, always offering practical solutions rather than just legal advice.’

‘We work with KCG for many years and are very satisfied with their service. They are very reliable and trustworthy. They know our industry and our business and take it into account when providing legal advice. They also have a very stable and cohesive team, which makes them very effective.’

‘The members of KCG’s team (especially juniors) pay attention to details and therefore they carry out very precise research work. Regarding partners and senior associates, I would highlight their availability and quick response time, as well as their practical advice.’

‘Rita Parkanyi is a keen lawyer who put great efforts to represent a client in front of the court at the highest level.’

‘Each member of the team has unique experience in specific industry sectors, and with their combined brainstorming approach, they are able to tackle any challenging dispute.’

‘Rita Párkányi, Borbála Maglai and Bálint Éberhardt demonstrate a level of cooperation which exceeds that of other law firms.’

Key clients

LEGO

SNCF (Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français)

Lepény Food

Deltaplast

Firm Overview
KCG Partners Law Firm is a business law firm supported by strong litigation and tax advisory capabilities. The Firm combines the efficiency and economy of an elite local law firm with the in-depth knowledge of a global firm.

Over the last decades, we have established a strong reputation for the work we do. We have market leading practices in employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), industrial property development, employment, tax and regulatory/compliance.

Our clients are complex organizations with pressing legal issues that frequently challenge not only their businesses but also their entire industries. Dealing with these issues oftentimes leads to a drain on corporate resources.

We help our clients conserve these resources and generate value for their organizations by applying a collaborative approach aimed at jointly uncovering the most efficient path to tackling their issues.

Our clients receive support across their full-business life-cycle, from strategy formulation to value delivery. They involve us at all levels of their organizations, from the boardroom to their production fields.

We are proud that 90% of our work comes from repeat business and referrals, and 85% of our clients have used our services more than once. This is the result of our strategic choices to avoid over commitment, and prefer quality over quantity.

International Work
In addition to our own team, our clients are afforded immediate access to a carefully selected set of law firms to address their regional and international legal needs around the world.

KCG Partners is a member of Ally Law, a global legal network of 71 law firms and 2800 lawyers in 46 countries. Ally Law is committed to delivering high quality and responsive services, local business intelligence and value with global depth and reach.

Partners
DR. ESZTER KAMOCSAY-BERTA, LL.M. (Vienna)
Founding and Managing Partner, Attorney-at law

DR. LEVENTE CSENGERY, LL.M. (New York)
Founding Partner, Attorney-at-law

DR. GABRIELLA GÁLIK, Certified tax advisor
Founding Partner, Attorney-at-law

DR. RITA PÁRKÁNYI, MBA (Lyon)
Founding Partner, Attorney-at-law

DR. LÁSZLÓ MADÁK
Partner Attorney-at-law

Main Areas of Practice

Industrial Development

With our Industrial Development practice group, KCG Partners offers market-leading advice across a range of businesses for which industrial real estate is central to the transaction, including greenfield and brownfield investments. We bring together knowledge and experience from across our firm to provide our clients with comprehensive legal services in the following areas:

  • land acquisition
  • land development
  • planning
  • construction
  • industrial licenses
  • contract and claim management
  • infrastructure, utility
  • city development matters

Our clients rely on our long-lasting professional connections with regulatory agencies and governmental authorities to help them manage regulatory demands and navigate local environments. For example, we are proud to have helped obtain for some of our clients’ projects the status of “investment of high priority” from the Hungarian Government.

Tax Consulting Services

KCG Partners provides comprehensive legal services including sophisticated tax planning and deal structuring. Our clients regularly request our tax insights at the outset of their transaction planning due to our deep knowledge of tax law and our industry sector focus. Our areas of work include:

  • Tax planning, risk advisory and tax investigations
  • Transactional tax planning, deal structuring
  • Tax optimizing for corporate reorganizations and group structuring
  • Property investments and development projects
  • Investment-related tax planning
  • Transfer pricing
  • Employment tax advising for executive compensation, employee benefits, secondment and global mobility
  • Cross-border tax counselling

Employment

Our firm offers a comprehensive employment law practice aimed at supporting employers in managing the complexities of employer-employee relationships. We help employers navigate the challenging and frequently changing landscape of employment law, including:

  • establishing and terminating employment relationships;
  • realizing restructurings and large-scale lay-offs;
  • dealing with collective disputes and trade union matters;
  • establishing and operating Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs).
  • advising on confidentiality undertakings, non-competition agreements and executive compensation schemes and
  • managing HR compliance issues.

Our firm collaborates closely with HR leaders, department heads and boards of directors at large and complex organizations, for which effective employment law management is crucial to the success of their businesses.
With our preventive approach, our clients can take advantage of our guiding principle: where business risk is concerned, it is better to be safe than sorry. Beside it, our clients find special value in our employment practice due to our crisis management capabilities and track record in employment litigations.
Clients have praised our firm for their responsiveness, innovative solutions, and practical approach to problem-solving in employment law matters. Testimonials highlight our firm’s effectiveness, in-depth knowledge, and ability to deliver exceptional legal services tailored to clients’ needs.

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Although Employee Stock Ownership Plans are an emerging field of law in Hungary, KCG Partners has already earned national recognition for its ESOP practice primarily due to our strong background in business law, including M&A, corporate, financial, regulatory and tax disciplines. Our attorneys are frequent lecturers and authors regarding corporate, tax and transactional issues relating to ESOPs and have been active leaders in this community for years. As a result, our firm can provide comprehensive assistance for both leveraged and non-leveraged deals throughout all stages of the ESOP business lifecycle: planning/structuring, implementing, financing, maintaining and redeeming.

Financial regulatory and capital markets

KCG Partners has extensive experience in the representation of financial institutions across the full spectrum of legal banking and financial regulatory matters. Our financial team assists international banks, fund management companies, investment advisers and custodians in the banking and finance area. Our clients involve us in the formation and registration of funds, mergers and dissolutions, and we provide representation before regulatory agencies, in connection with investigations and in litigation matters.

KCG Partners is also a well-known legal service provider in the Hungarian capital markets. Our clients rely on us to help them secure the right mix of financing in the equity and the debt capital markets. Our firm has extensive market knowledge and broad international experience at structuring and negotiating financing to meet the strategic goals of our clients.

M&A / Investments
KCG Partners has extensive experience in a diverse range of corporate, M&A and direct investment deals.

Clients request our assistance with transactions of all forms and sizes, including private M&A, joint ventures and corporate restructuring. They also rely on our advice for complex corporate governance, compliance and regulatory issues. We work with domestic, regional and global companies on all aspects of buying and selling companies and businesses, oftentimes involving a cross-border element.

We also focus on advising businesses and investors on direct investments in Hungary whether they be in agricultural and tourism projects or in highly complex regulated markets, such as energy, finance and insurance markets. Our clients rely on us to guide them in making appropriate investment choices for capitalizing on Hungary’s skilled workforce, appealing business environment, and attractive investment incentives. We are especially experienced in brownfield and greenfield investment projects in major business sectors.

IT/Data Protection

KCG Partners addresses our clients’ need to eliminate or mitigate risks deriving from unwittingly breaking international and local information protection laws. We have assembled a team of cybersecurity, privacy and data protection experts so that our clients can rely on our specialized knowledge and extensive experience to help them navigate the abundant EU and Hungarian legislations pertaining to data privacy and security. Our clients frequently request our assistance with the following matters:

  • Drafting and auditing privacy and cyber security policies
  • Preparing and responding to data security breaches
  • Handling privacy-related claims and disputes
  • Drafting privacy statements for online activities
  • Advising on employee privacy (including counseling on monitoring employees and employee privacy relating to e-mail, internet, security cameras (CCTV), access control systems, etc.)
  • Advising on financial privacy and healthcare privacy
  • Advising on marketing policies (including advising on the information protection implications of direct marketing)
  • Advising on data processing and data transfer agreements (including cross-border data transfer – both intra-group and with third parties)
  • Executing data protection due diligence for M&A deals
  • Advising on the legal interpretation and application of data protection laws by the data protection authorities
  • Managing litigation related to cyber security, privacy and data protection

All of our clients have faced administrative and procedural difficulties arising from the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”), applicable to all EU Member States since May 25, 2018. At KCG Partners, we allay the fears of our clients with our standardized assessment process through which our firm assists our clients to outline the necessary steps they can take to comply with the law.

ESG

ESG is derived from the initials of the words Environmental, Social and Governance. Each of these three words covers a pillar, the basic aim of which is to tackle the major challenges of the 21st century, such as the environment, global warming or social inequalities. We help companies navigate the challenging and ever-changing world of ESG by advising on all aspects of ESG issues and helping companies to comply with changing legislation, including:

  • Monitoring of publications by supervisory bodies (EBF, ESA, ECB, MNB)
  • Identification of ESG disclosure obligations
  • Advice on the proper interpretation of and compliance with the NFRD, CSRD, CSDD and ESRS
  • Advice on the correct interpretation of the CRR and Pillar 3 disclosures and on how to comply with disclosure obligations
  • Proper interpretation of the SFDR and review of the content of PAI statements
  • Issuing green bonds and assisting in meeting post-issuance obligations
  • Compliance with the Directives on improving gender balance and pay transparency
  • Compliance with the Taxonomy Regulation

ESG asks companies the following questions which we can help you answer:

  • Did your company disclose all the information properly, which is necessary for the market participants to decide if your business activities are sustainable?
  • Is the managing body of your company transparent and well structured?
  • Is the allocation of tasks and responsibilities between managers transparent?
  • Is your business model sustainable?
  • Does your risk management policy manages properly physical and transitional risks?
  • Is there an appropriate gender balance in the management?
  • Are employees’ salaries based on transparent gender-neutral principles?
  • Do you have enough capital to make your economic activity sustainable, and would you like to issue a green bond to do so?
  • How much renewable energy does your company use?
  • Would you like to issue green bonds to finance a geothermal well or a solar farm to produce and use renewable energy?

Wealth management

The field of wealth management basically covers two legal instruments, trusts and foundations, as possible solutions. Based on foreign, mainly German, models going back several decades, trusts have become established in Hungary in recent years and are increasingly used by local companies and individuals. Our office has many years of professional experience in the field of wealth management, during which time we have encountered many claims, aspects, various cross-border assets, and asset elements and have carried out many successful restructurings.

Wealth management structures can be used for a variety of purposes. The basic objectives are to keep assets intact across generations, to ensure the long-term financial well-being of the family, to protect against potential creditors, to address matrimonial property considerations and even to take advantage of possible tax benefits. KCG Partners can provide guidance in all of these areas by developing and implementing an individual wealth management plan and, if required, by participating in the operation of the wealth management. We also have the competitive advantage of providing tax planning and advisory services, an essential element in setting up the right plan for such a major step.

A common feature of the legal instruments is that in both cases the principal/founder transfers ownership to the asset manager, who manages the assets for the benefit of the named beneficiaries and may distribute the assets or their proceeds to them. The transfer of ownership does not, however, mean that in these fiduciary relationships, the principal/founder ceases to have the right to dispose of the property, since in both trusts and foundations the principal/founder and the asset manager (in the case of a foundation, for example, the trustee/trustees) may be the same person. This also means that the trustee can remove assets from his/her property (from bequests, risks) while retaining the right to dispose of them.

The advantage of a trust is that there is no legal minimum capital requirement and, as a general rule, no auditor is needed, but “only” the assets have limited legal personality, the conflict of interest rules are stricter and an MNB notification/authorisation is required. The advantages of a foundation are that it can be established for an indefinite period, there is no MNB notification/authorisation, the established trustee is a separate legal entity and the foundation itself can act as a trustee.

Dispute resolution

We provide dispute resolution services across a wide spectrum of our practice, including general commercial, employment, financial and contractual litigations, M&A-related disputes, litigations concerning tax matters, public & administrative law and real estate issues.

Our clients receive support across the full-business life-cycle of a litigation, including the pre-litigation stages, negotiations, strategy formulation and alternative dispute resolutions procedures. If the alternative dispute resolution does not lead to a solution we conduct litigation proceedings before national courts and arbitral tribunals.

Before disputes even arise, our team regularly performs due diligence and risk audits as the best ways to actually avoid the dispute. Our team is capable to prevent the escalation of the disputes and to resolve them effectively. We have dealt with a number of highly sensitive matters where we had to use our ability of crisis management. Our method is to be pro-active to take steps to influence the outcome of the case rather than just react to the events in the proceedings.

Global Mobilization
When our clients need to manage the relocation of key staff, KCG Partners provides them with both pre-decision counseling as well as departure and destination assistance relating to all permanent or short-term assignments. Our clients also rely on us to create relocation policies in accordance with their ongoing business strategies. We regularly assist clients with the following services:

  • providing pre-decision counseling
  • setting up cost and time estimates
  • advising on and coordinating immigration and tax matters
  • assisting with compensation planning
  • providing destination services (e.g. lease advisory and tenancy management)

Memberships

  • Ally Law Legal Network
  • IBA (International Bar Association)
  • AMCHAM (American Chamber of Commerce in Hungary)
  • CCI France Hongrie (French Chamber of Commerce in Hungary)
  • AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association)
  • INLA (International Nuclear Law Association)
Department Name Email Telephone
Projects and Energy Eszter Kamocsay-Berta [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
M&A / Investments Eszter Kamocsay-Berta [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Eszter Kamocsay-Berta [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Financial Regulatory and capital markets Eszter Kamocsay-Berta [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Tax Consulting Services Eszter Kamocsay-Berta [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
M&A / Investments Gabriella Gálik [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Industrial Development Gabriella Gálik [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Tax Consulting Services Gabriella Gálik [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Real Estate Gabriella Gálik [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Global Mobilisation Gabriella Gálik [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Emloyment Rita Párkányi [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Dispute Resolution Rita Párkányi [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
IT/Data Protection Rita Párkányi [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Global Mobilisation Rita Párkányi [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Levente Csengery [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Employment Levente Csengery [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Financial Regulatory and capital markets Levente Csengery [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Dispute Resolution Levente Csengery [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
ESG Eszter Kamocsay-Berta [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Wealth Management Levente Csengery [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
ESG Rita Párkányi [email protected] +36 1 30 131 30
Photo Name Position Profile
Levente Csengery photo Dr Levente Csengery Founding Partner, Attorney at law
Bálint Éberhardt photo Dr Bálint Éberhardt Attorney at law
Gabriella Gálik photo Dr Gabriella Gálik Founding Partner, Attorney at law
Dénes Glavatity photo Dr Dénes Glavatity Attorney at law
Eszter Ila-Horváth photo Dr Eszter Ila-Horváth Attorney at law
Eszter Kamocsay-Berta photo Dr Eszter Kamocsay-Berta Founding and Managing Partner, Attorney at law
Krisztián Királyvölgyi photo Dr Krisztián Királyvölgyi Attorney at law
László Madák photo Dr László Madák Partner, Attorney at law
Borbála Maglai photo Dr Borbála Maglai Attorney at law
Rita Párkányi photo Dr Rita Párkányi Founding Partner, Attorney at law
Rózsa Rusvai-Darázs photo Dr Rózsa Rusvai-Darázs Attorney at law
Lídia Süveges photo Dr Lídia Süveges Attorney at law
Bálint Zsoldos photo Dr Bálint Zsoldos Attorney at law
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Dr. Eszter Kamocsay-Berta : Founding and Managing partner:
Dr. Levente Csengery : Founding Partner:
Dr. Gabriella Gálik : Founding Partner:
Dr. Rita Párkányi : Founding Partner:
Dr. László Madák : Partner:
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Top Legal Executives in Hungary, Eszter Kamocsay-Berta (BBJ, 2022)

BACKGROUND INFO Eszter Kamocsay-Berta is an experienced transactional lawyer with a proven track record in advising corporations on their investments in Hungary.

Top 50 Executives in Legal Businesses – Levente Csengery (BBJ, 2023)

BACKGROUND INFO Levente Csengery is one of the founders of KCG Partners and has worked with partners Eszter Kamocsay-Berta, Gabriella Gálik and Rita Párkányi for almost 20 years. KCG Partners has been built on their pervasive friendship and “brothers and sisters in arms” attitude.

Hungary Takes a Look at AI: A Buzz Interview with Rita Parkanyi of KCG Partners (CEE Legal Matters, 2024)

New technologies, spearheaded by artificial intelligence, are shaping the legal dialogue surrounding innovation, consumer protection, and the integrity of market competition within Hungary and the European Union as a whole according to KCG Partners Founding Partner Rita Parkanyi.

KCG Partners advises Corvinus on the landmark acquisition of Budapest Airport (CEE Legal Matters 2024)

We are proud to announce that KCG Partners have advised Corvinus Zrt., the Hungarian state-owned investment fund in the strategic acquisition of majority interest of Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport.

Eszter Kamocsay-Berta offers key insights into critical issues such as the impact of the EU AI Act, the implementation of Legal Tech, the challenges of attracting top legal talent (BBJ, 2025)

BACKGROUND Eszter Kamocsay-Berta is an experienced transactional lawyer with a proven track record in advising corporations on their investments in Hungary.

Eszter Kamocsay-Berta – SEED Excellence Award (School for Executive Education and Development) (KCG Partners, 2025)

It is with immense pride that our Founding and Managing Partner Eszter Kamocsay-Berta has received the exceptional honor of being one of the three recipients of this year’s SEED Excellence Award!

2024 Deal of the Year in Hungary – CEE Legal Matters (KCG Partners, 2025)

The 2024 Deal of the Year in Hungary was announced at the CEE Deal of the Year Awards banquet in Prague on April 1, 2025.

2024 CEELM Deal of the Year Awards Banquet: And the Winner Is… (CEE Legal Matters, 2025)

On the evening of April 1, 2025, the Deal of the Year Awards Banquet brought together, under the same roof, over 200 top-tier lawyers from Central and Eastern Europe's leading law firms and General Counsel from across the region in Prague.
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