The team at Bříza & Trubač represents clients before the administrative court, regional court, and Czech Supreme Administrative Court, with a focus on defence in matters involving tax fraud, particularly VAT fraud related to cross-border trade in goods, as well as in proceedings where subsidies are challenged and subsequently withdrawn by the tax authorities. Ondřej Trubač , Tomáš Hokr, and Patrik Koželuha jointly head the practice. Trubač represents clients in tax disputes before tax authorities and national courts, while Hokr is a notable specialist in tax litigation involving subsidies. Koželuha focuses on defending clients in criminal proceedings, including matters related to tax offences, accounting fraud, and anti-money-laundering violations. Karolína Koubková is also a key member of the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A highly professional team with detailed knowledge of issues in the field of European subsidies and tax issues.'
- 'They are reliable, communicative and precise. I have already conducted several legal disputes, and this company represents me according to my expectations.’
- ‘I work with Tomáš Hokr, Anna Kalašnikovová and Ondřej Trubač. All of them deliver high-quality client-oriented service.’
- ‘This practice blends partner-led judgment with data-driven execution. Clients get senior attention at the moments that move outcomes, supported by a multidisciplinary team that accelerates delivery without sacrificing quality.'
- ‘We would like to mention specifically Ondřej Trubač, Patrik Koželuha and Barbora Paclíková. These team members and partners of the practice have, over the years, shown exceptional dedication to our matters. This makes our long-term cooperation very easy and organic.'
Key clients
- PKF APOGEO, s.r.o.
- European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA)
- European Labour Authority
- KOPOS KOLÍN a.s.
- Metrostav a.s.
Work highlights
Advised PKF APOGEO, s.r.o., and its client in administrative court proceedings and tax proceedings.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Karolína Koubková
Practice head
Ondřej Trubač; Tomáš Hokr; Patrik Koželuha
Other key lawyers
Karolína Koubková; Anna Kalašnikovová; Barbora Paclíková