Mr András Gaál > Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law > Budapest, Hungary > Lawyer Profile

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.

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.