ROWAN LEGAL advises leading players in the Czech financial sector, including banks and insurers, on complex regulatory challenges, compliance, and risk management. Praised for its 'exceptional flexibility, deep expertise in financing, and a truly client-centric approach', the practice is well-versed in digital identification tools, cloud services, and cryptocurrencies. Josef Donát and Martin Šubrt co-head the practice, and Donát advises clients in the banking and finance sector on innovative projects, including BankID, while Šubrt supports credit institutions and investment funds across a wide range of banking and finance matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The banking and finance team at Rowan Legal has consistently demonstrated exceptional flexibility, deep expertise in financing, and a truly client-centric approach. Their ability to adapt to complex and evolving requirements while maintaining clarity and precision in their legal advice is outstanding.'
- ‘Working with Martin Šubrt has been a truly exceptional experience. He is remarkably engaged in every aspect of the collaboration, demonstrating a deep and precise understanding of legal frameworks and an impressive ability to identify creative and unconventional solutions.'
- ‘The team demonstrates a highly professional approach, consistently anticipating client needs and streamlining work and navigation to ensure a smooth experience.’
- ‘Martin Šubrt is a legal mastermind with deep banking and finance knowledge, unmatched speed, and a truly client‑oriented approach. A partner who combines technical brilliance with ruthless execution, simply indispensable.’
- 'Their depth of expertise and collaborative approach ensure clients benefit from a seamless service that consistently meets the highest international standards. Rowan Legal’s strength lies not only in its ability to handle sophisticated transactions but also in its proactive, client-focused mindset, making it a trusted partner for both domestic and cross-border mandates.'
- ‘Martin Šubrt demonstrates a highly professional, hands-on approach. He is approachable, communicates effectively, and brings extensive knowledge and experience.’
Key clients
- City of Prague
- Česká spořitelna, a.s
- Československá obchodní banka, a.s
- Komerční banka, a.s
- Raiffeisenbank a.s
- Credit Agricole Leasing & Factoring S.A
- Kooperativa pojišťovna, a.s, Vienna Insurance Group
- UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s
- Česká bankovní asociace
- Národní rozvojová banka, a.s
- Oriens Fund II LLP
- CBCB – Czech Banking Credit Bureau, a.s
Practice head
Josef Donát; Martin Šubrt
Other key lawyers
Michal Nulíček; David Mrózek