Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář > Prague, Czech Republic > Firm Profile
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář Offices
Karolinská 707/7
186 00 Prague 8
Czech Republic
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář > The Legal 500 Rankings
Czech Republic > Intellectual property Tier 1
At Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář, the broad-ranging intellectual property offering includes advising on brand management, trade secrets, counterfeiting, IP rights enforcement, and patent and utility models. Engaged by leading companies and SMEs from the gaming, tech, and fashion industries, the firm continues to handle contentious copyright and trademark work, in addition to trademark management. Industry expert Vojtěch Chloupek spearheads the IP practices in both the Czech Republic and Slovakia, and focuses primarily on IP, competition, and tech law. At the senior associate level, Jiří Malý specialises in IP application strategies and IP litigation, whilst Kateřina Floriánová often represents clients in contentious proceedings before the Czech Industrial Property Office. The team has been further strengthened by the recent arrivals of Ján Kuklinca, Lukáš Holub, and Michaela Čejková from Deloitte Legal s.r.o., advokátní kancelář.Practice head(s):
Vojtěch Chloupek
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is very responsive and provides clear and practical advice.’
‘Vojtěch Chloupek is very responsive and provides clear and practical advice. The team is fluent in English and communicates in a very clear way.’
‘The team is prompt, professional, and finds reasonable solutions to conflicting matters.’
‘The team’s solutions are business oriented.’
‘The team adopts a totally pro-client approach and really cares about the outcome.’
‘Vojtěch Chloupek understands the needs of the client. He can solve assignments small and large, and always adopts his quotation accordingly.’
‘Vojtěch Chloupek is very experienced.’
Key clients
Lacoste + Gant (Maus Frères Group)
Aqua Angels EUROPE, s.r.o.
HUSKY CZ s.r.o.
SatoshiLabs Group a.s.
Rohlik Group
Work highlights
- Advising Rohlik Group on trademark related issues, including portfolio management, enforcement of rights, and representation in trademark disputes.
- Advising HUSKY CZ s.r.o. on trademark related issues, including portfolio management, enforcement of rights, and representation in trademark disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
- Advising SatoshiLabs Group, a.s. on trademark related issues, including portfolio management, enforcement of rights and representation in trademark disputes across multiple jurisdictions.
Czech Republic > TMT Tier 1
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s department acts across the healthcare, automotive, aviation, and financial services sectors, and is well-placed to undertake both local and cross-border work. The firm handles an impressive range of tech projects, with experience in cybersecurity work, big data matters, AI development, and mandates relating to cloud services, digital rights, and software development. Elsewhere, the team demonstrates expertise in the regulatory aspects of tech projects. The group is co-led by Vojtěch Chloupek, who offers strengths in the nexus between IP and TMT, and new arrival Ján Kuklinca, who focuses on digitalisation transformation projects and cloud computing work. Andrea Zátková is a key practitioner within the group and covers data protection work.Practice head(s):
Vojtěch Chloupek; Ján Kuklinca
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Professional, fast, great communication, superb customer care.’
‘Great service by Lukáš Holub and Ján Kuklinca who are caring, fast, flexible, consultative, and professional.’
‘Super easy to work with.’
‘I consider Bird & Bird as a unique and forward-thinking legal practice, distinguished by its IT expertise and commitment to innovation. Their team’s exceptional strengths span various legal fields, and they are at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge technology into their services, enhancing efficiency. Their collaborative culture ensures well-rounded legal advice.’
‘Vojtěch Chloupek has a unique knowledge of the technologies and IP law, providing detailed and tailor made advice.’
‘Exceptional communication, compared to other companies I had the opportunity to work with, the communication with Bird & Bird is always swift and to the point. The thing I like most is that even though there are many specialists on particular matters, you can always contact anyone from Bird & Bird and talk to them as a single point of contact, and they will distribute the task among the firm without your additional effort.’
‘Working with Vojtěch Chloupek is simply working with the best in the business. There is absolute certainty on our side that all the technical and legal knowledge of Vojtech is second to none. But that is something you expect from a top-tier law firm. Besides that, there is an exceptional understanding of our business, and Vojtech is always able to explain even the most complex issues in a way that everyone can understand.’
‘Overall, the team is remarkable. Vojtěch Chloupek is the lead, his reputation on the market is undoubtedly well deserved. They do have a very strong team of younger lawyers as well, which is always good to see.’
Key clients
Ataccama Software, s.r.o.
SatoshiLabs Group a.s.
European Commission
Work highlights
- Launched the European Blockchain Sandbox with OXYGY and the European Commission.
Czech Republic > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s commercial, corporate and M&A practice advises on restructuring and investments, the establishment of companies, strategic entries, and corporate governance concerns. Local companies, international corporations, and tech start-ups all feature in the roster of key clients. Ivan Sagál leads the department with notable skill in liquidations, reorganisations, and takeover bids. Senior associate Ľubomír Brečka focuses on related banking and finance matters.Practice head(s):
Ivan Sagál
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is very competent, and their expertise is their strength. They provide speedy and complete information, advice and options to resolve issues in an effective and low-cost manner.’
‘I appreciate the very polite communication and ability to flexibly react to changed circumstances if needed.’
Key clients
Spearhead International Ltd.
KB SmartSolutions, s.r.o.
KB SmartSolutions, s.r.o.
wflow.com Czech Republic s.r.o.
Central European Development Hub Kft.
Work highlights
- Advised Spearhead International Limited and Farmwealth Limited on the sale of their Czech and Slovak agricultural businesses to J&T.
- Advised KB Smart Solutions on two investment capital increase projects.
- Advised Czech start-up wflow.com on capital entry by ČS Seed Starter.
Czech Republic > Dispute resolution Tier 3
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s expanding dispute resolution practice encompasses both litigation and arbitration, and operates closely with the firm’s other practice areas. The firm handles local and cross-border disputes relating to damages and business liabilities, the protection of rights, employment issues, and shareholder litigation. The department is jointly led by Ivan Sagál, who focuses on investment and restructuring disputes, and Vojtěch Chloupek, who specialises in IP rights breaches and tech-related claims.Practice head(s):
Ivan Sagál; Vojtěch Chloupek
Other key lawyers:
Michaela Růžková
Testimonials
‘Overall, the legal support provided is of a high quality. The team is able to meet strict deadlines if needed. Excellent quality of legal documents and templates.’
‘Business-oriented approach and smooth communication.’
‘Deep knowledge of the legal topic including practical consequences and relevant jurisprudence.’
Key clients
Hitachi Energy Czech Republic s.r.o.
L I N E T spol. s r.o.
Vodafone Czech Republic a.s.
Work highlights
- Represented Hitachi Energy in a cross-border dispute concerning defective products manufactured by its supplier.
- Representing L I N E T spol. s.r.o. in several infringement cases relating to patents and designs.
- Representing Vodafone Czech Republic a.s. in a dispute concerning copyright levies.
Czech Republic > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 4
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s banking and finance practice provides advice on the traditional elements of financing and refinancing, as well as demonstrating strengths in fintech, regulatory, and payment matters. The firm counts banks, investment companies, tech corporations, and start-ups amongst its key clients. Bond issuances and alternative forms of funding also fall within the team's remit. Ivan Sagál leads the group and handles acquisitions, project finance, and insurance work.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Ľubomír Brečka; Barbora Růžičková
Key clients
European Commission
KB SmartSolutions, s.r.o.
Work highlights
- Assisted the European Commission with the launch of European Blockchain Sandbox.
- Assisting KB SmartSolutions with two investment capital increase projects.
Czech Republic > Employment Tier 4
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář advises on various sensitive employment matters, unfair dismissal claims, and the implementation of remote work schemes. Elsewhere, the practice collaborates with its tax, IP, and data protection departments to offer a multidisciplinary service. The team is led by Ivan Sagál, who regularly assists clients with sophisticated cross-border restructuring and outsourcing projects. At the associate level, Filip Hron and Roman Norek are key contacts.Practice head(s):
Ivan Sagál
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘A professional and effective labour law team that provides valued support to our business. We distinguish them for their substantive support and for their discipline in complying with our corporate rules of cooperation.’
‘Filip Hron is a great legal partner for business. He is very professional, business oriented and a true expert in the field of labor law.
‘Roman Norek is a valuable legal advisor.’
Key clients
Pharmaceutical Research Associates CZ, s.r.o.
Central European Development Hub Kft.
Czech Republic > Real estate and construction Tier 4
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář’s real estate department advises on property management, related litigation, and sales and leases. Frequently engaged by construction companies, developers, and investors from the IT and utilities industries, the firm also assists with due diligence work and lease negotiations. Ivan Sagál heads the group and covers the finance elements of the practice, in addition to purchase and sale agreements and landlord-tenant disputes. Senior associate Filip Hron is a key contact within the team and handles corporate real estate matters.Practice head(s):
Ivan Sagál
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Very well-organized and cooperative team.’
‘Good spirit and energy.’
Key clients
SEBIA Czech Republic s.r.o.
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář > Firm Profile
The firm: Bird & Bird is an international law firm, with a long-established reputation for having a rare and invaluable grasp of strategic commercial issues. The firm combines exceptional legal expertise with deep industry knowledge and refreshingly creative thinking, to help clients operating at the forefront of their industries to achieve their commercial goals.
Bird & Bird has over 1,400 lawyers and legal practitioners with broad advisory transactional and contentious capability, with a particular focus on key industry sectors. The firm has an extensive international reach with 32 offices across Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East, offering a seamless, cross-border service between locations and sector and practice groups.
Bird & Bird’s offices in Prague and Bratislava were established as greenfield operations in 2008. The Czech office is lead by Ivan Sagál, Managing Partner of the Czech and Slovak offices, supported by Partners Vojtěch Chloupek and Ján Kuklinca.
The teams serve Czech, Slovak and international clients in all areas of business law such as intellectual property, data protection, technology, media and telecommunication, corporate/M&A, real estate, banking and finance, life science, public sector, energy and utilities, and renewable energy. The firm takes pride in its young, enthusiastic and proactive team, with a deep understanding of the businesses in which its clients operate.
Both offices are a fully integrated part of the Bird & Bird network, co-operating effectively with other Bird & Bird offices, in addition to close co-operation with the other CE offices in Bratislava, Budapest and Warsaw.
Areas of practice: Underpinned by deep client and industry knowledge, the firm’s key sectors include:
Automotive: advising on all stages of a life cycle of a motor vehicle, from initial design, to sales and distribution, through to disposals.
Aviation, aerospace, defence and security: advising on asset management and financing, civil aviation matters, including airlines, regulatory and competition issues, and aerospace and defence, including PPP/PFI and product liability.
Energy and utilities: advising large multinationals, investors, project companies and large energy consumers on electricity generation, energy trading, renewable energy, cleantech and climate change, and upstream oil and gas.
Financial services: advising global clients in the financial services sector, such as global retail and investment banks, investors and hedge funds, on transactions, regulatory issues, commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
Retail and Consumer: advising on a full range of areas, including branding, labelling, health claims, fair trade and patents on novel foods.
Life sciences and healthcare: advising clients in biotechnology, bioinformatics and pharmaceutical companies on licensing and drug development agreements, R&D collaboration, IP acquisitions and joint ventures.
Media, entertainment and Sports: advising clients from across the media spectrum on a wide range of issues, including exploitation across all forms of digital media and emerging areas, such as user-generated content exploitation. In the sports industry, advising national and international sports governing bodies, event organisers and sponsors on issues including exploitation of commercial rights, brand management, regulatory and disciplinary issues.
Technology and communications: advising international corporations, local businesses, regulators, financiers and public sector entities on the full scope of technology and communications matters, from regulatory and commercial to M&A, intellectual property and disputes, on matters ranging from smaller innovative projects to some of the largest, most complex and ground-breaking transactions and disputes of recent years.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Corporate, Commercial, M&A, Dispute resolution, Financial services and Financial regulation | Ivan Sagál | ||
Intellectual property, TMT, Competition, Data protection, Dispute resolution | Vojtech Chloupek | ||
Intellectual property, TMT, Data protection, Commercial | Ján Kuklinca | ||
Intellectual property, TMT, Commercial | Lukáš Holub | ||
Corporate, Commercial, M&A, Financial services | Ľubomír Brečka | ||
Employment, Real estate | Filip Hron | ||
Data protection | Andrea Zátková | ||
Intellectual property | Jiří Malý | ||
Intellectual property | Kateřina Floriánová | ||
Intellectual property | Denisa Švecová |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 1,400 at this office : 25Languages
Czech English French German Russian SlovakOther
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