Mr Csaba Vári > Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law > Budapest, Hungary > Lawyer Profile
Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law Offices
DOROTTYA UTCA 6
1051 BUDAPEST
Hungary
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Mr Csaba Vári
Work Department
Data and Technology
Position
Csaba Vári is the head of the IPTech Practice Group in Budapest.
With more than 20 years of experience Csaba represents Hungarian and multinational companies in many business sectors (e.g., automotive, manufacturing, bank, insurance, trade, pharma, real estate, IT) on a broad range of business law, including data privacy and cybersecurity issues, compliance investigations, whistleblowing, and different areas of digitization related matters, such as online marketplaces, connected cars, electronic signatures, social media and applications, as well as online payment services and crypto assets, NFTs.
Csaba has particularly broad experience in the field of data protection; he provides legal advice to our clients in connection with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and relevant Hungarian laws and provides complex assessments of companies’ data processing activities and assists our clients in introduction of GDPR compliant data processes and policies.
Csaba also assists clients in connection with Data Subject Access Rights related matters, Intra Group Data Transfer Agreements, transfers of personal data to third countries, and assessments of legal basis for data processes (e.g., legitimate interest balancing tests, data privacy impact assessments).
Csaba assists his clients in addressing legal issues in connection with processing of consumer and employee data, and data privacy aspects of online applications.
His area of expertise includes advising on operation of surveillance systems, and preparation and operation of whistleblowing schemes. Csaba advises clients in connection with the transposition of the Whistleblowing Directive into Hungarian law.
Csaba has particular experience in the area of cyber investigations and cyber incident management.
He represents clients before the National Authority for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (Hungarian DPA) in connection with data breach reporting and registering Data Protection Officers.
Csaba regularly publishes articles and holds presentations and continued legal education courses in connection with legal aspects of data protection and digitization, as well as the Whistleblowing Directive and its Hungarian transposition laws.
Csaba is a member of the Budapest Bar since 2003 and a Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (CIPP/E) and Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
Languages
English, Hungarian
Education
- Attila József University (J.D.) (1999)
- University of Horticulture and Food Industry (BSc) (1991)
Lawyer Rankings
Hungary > TMT
Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law is a trusted advisor to leading technology, media, and telecommunications companies, as well as businesses venturing into the tech space. With extensive international capabilities paired with deep local expertise, the firm provides tailored advice on local regulations and digital transformation challenges. The practice spans diverse sectors, offering full-service solutions to TMT clients and industries such as connected car manufacturers, cloud computing firms and genetic data handlers. In telecom regulation, the team advises on service classification, licensing and compliance. Media clients, including top on-demand providers, rely on the firm for regulatory and operational guidance, while e-commerce clients benefit from advice on B2B and B2C contracts and consumer protection. Headed by Csaba Vári, the team includes András Gaál and Mihály Egon Budai, who bring expertise in data protection, IT and regulatory compliance.
Hungary > Intellectual property
Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law’s IP team, part of the IPTech practice group, operates at the forefront of technology-driven markets, offering comprehensive IP counsel with a global reach and deep local insights. The team serves a diverse range of industries, including life sciences, technology, consumer goods, and financial services, providing expertise in copyright, trade mark enforcement, registered IP prosecution, domain name registrations and patents. Co-head Zoltán Hegymegi-Barakonyi
combines IP and competition law expertise, advising on complex contractual and enforcement cases requiring knowledge of their interplay. Fellow co-head Csaba Vári contributes further strategic depth, while Mihály Egon Budai brings extensive experience across contentious and non-contentious IP matters.
Hungary > Data privacy and data protection
(Leading partners)Csaba Vári – Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law
Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law provide comprehensive support in data privacy, protection regulations, incident response and cybersecurity. Its client base spans multinational clients across sectors such as manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, automotive, energy, banking and construction, the team excels in Hungarian and EU data protection laws, with expertise in GDPR compliance projects and region-wide support. The practice advises on data transfer, outsourcing, and internal policies while representing clients before the Hungarian cybersecurity authority, including on NIS2 directive-related matters. It also handles internal investigations on data breaches, compliance, and employment issues and collaborates with European offices on whistleblowing hotline implementation. Team head Csaba Vári is noted for cross-border regulatory and transactional expertise, while András Gaál specialises in data protection, cybersecurity, IT, and IP supporting clients in adopting innovative technologies within compliance frameworks.
Lawyer Rankings
- Data privacy and data protection Hungary
- Leading partners Hungary > Data privacy and data protection
- TMT Hungary
- Intellectual property Hungary
Top Tier Firm Rankings
- Commercial, corporate and M&A
- Competition
- Data privacy and data protection
- Employment
- Real estate and construction
- Tax
- TMT