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Dentons > The Legal 500 Rankings

Hungary > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1

Dentons remains a key port of call in the marketplace, pairing the bench strength of its global network (over 160 locations in over 80 countries worldwide) with the expertise of its team to advise local and international banks (including UniCredit, Deutsche Bank), funds, insurance companies and corporates in such sectors as real estate, automobiles, oil and gas, e-commerce and aviation, on high-value, multi-jurisdictional transactions. The group's full offering covers real estate, project and acquisition finance, regulatory compliance, insolvency, derivatives and capital markets. The practice is headed by Edina Schweizer, who arrived in June 2024 from Noerr, and who applies over two decades of experience to transactional and capital markets matters. Another key figure is Gabriella Pataki, who specialises in restructurings and insolvencies.

Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1

Dentons remains a powerhouse in the marketplace, pairing the bench strength of its global network (over 160 locations in over 80 countries worldwide) with the expertise of its team to advise financial institutions and domestic and international corporates on high-value, multi-jurisdictional matters. Displaying particular strength in energy and healthcare, the practice’s robust client roster spans sectors ranging from manufacturing, software and real estate to tech, IT and chemicals. The team is headed by M&A experts Rob Irving, who brings extensive private equity experience, and Anita Horváth, who specialises in energy mandates. Other key figures include equity specialists Kamran Pirani, Sebastian Ishiguroa and János Csáki; and Frantisek Ordódy. Ákos Mátés-Lányi departed the firm in January 2025.

Hungary > Competition Tier 1

Dentons' competition and antitrust team is noted for its expertise in handling both complex cases and transaction-related competition law issues, offering efficient support in short-form filings. The team is also well-regarded for advising on high-stakes cartel matters, vertical restraints, abuse of dominance, state aid and unfair commercial practices. Their innovative compliance services include multi-level training, policy drafting, and mock dawn raids. Co-led by Tünde Gönczöl and István Réczicza, the team is known for delivering tailored solutions across industries. Gonczol has extensive experience representing clients before the Hungarian Competition Authority and courts, with a focus on unfair competition and antitrust matters. Áron Károlyi-Szabó contributes significant expertise in EU and competition law, particularly in cartel cases and internal investigations, further strengthening the team’s capabilities.

Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 1

Dentons delivers premium real estate services to both international and domestic clients, leveraging in-depth expertise across all relevant disciplines. The team collaborates seamlessly with corporate, M&A, finance, regulatory, litigation and dispute resolution groups to handle sophisticated asset and share transactions, complex financings and diverse development and leasing arrangements. Their work spans office, retail, hotel and logistics assets while addressing planning and zoning reforms, as well as ESG initiatives for buildings and developments. Key clients include investors, lenders, developers, retailers, contractors, and government bodies. Co-head Judit Kővári advises on multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions, greenfield investments and zoning issues. Co-head Marcell Szőnyi specialises in cross-border transactions and asset management. Rita Várnagy focuses on joint ventures, construction, M&A and corporate matters.

Hungary > Data privacy and data protection Tier 2

Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 2

Dentons combines the bench strength of its global network (over 160 locations in over 80 countries worldwide) with the experience of its team to represent financial institutions and domestic and international corporates involved in arbitration proceedings and commercial, tax-related litigation, including banking and labour law matters, across such sectors as energy, telecoms, biotech, manufacturing and real estate. The group is led by Gergely Stanka, who serves as an arbitrator in the money and capital market section at the Arbitration Court affiliated with the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce. István Réczicza draws on over 30 years in the practice space, and brings expertise to administrative, court and arbitral disputes. Other key figures include Ádám Kulcsár, who specialises in commercial and civil law litigation matters; Mihály Czesznak, who focuses on international arbitration and litigation; and Zsófia Marton, who regularly advises financial institutions, insurance companies and private equity firms.

Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 2

Dentons stands out for its robust focus on infrastructure, energy and project finance, offering a transactional edge across various sectors. The firm’s energy team excels in regulatory and transactional matters, including wholesale market transactions, renewable and nuclear energy, and municipal water and wastewater management. The team benefits from seamless collaboration with experts in environment, public procurement and real estate. Led by Anita Horváth, a specialist in complex domestic and cross-border M&A and private equity transactions in energy, the group also features Eszter Zádori, an experienced advisor on renewable projects, and Henriett Fekete, who is adept in regulatory and commercial matters for renewable industry clients.

Hungary > Employment Tier 3

The Dentons employment team advises an international client base on a full spectrum of workforce-related issues, including contentious and non-contentious matters. Known for expertise in employment agreements, executive contracts, terminations and the employment aspects of transactions, the team supports clients in growing and managing operations. Anita Horváth leads with notable experience in employment-related M&A matters, while Gábor Göndös brings over two decades of expertise, excelling in workforce reductions, succession planning and negotiations with unions and work councils.

Hungary > Intellectual property Tier 3

Hungary > TMT Tier 3