Taylor Wessing Hungary covers the full array of M&A matters, advising high growth companies, private equity and venture capital funds, technology companies, and international corporations investing in Hungary. Practice head Ákos Mátés-Lányi joined the team in 2025 from Noerr. Other key team members are Torsten Braner, who provides strategic guidance to global entities looking to invest in Hungary, and Gábor Helembai, who advises subsidiaries of multinational corporations on day-to-day corporate matters and governance matters. Another key team member is Petra Knall.
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Testimonials
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- 'The practice is able to anticipate both Hungarian legal nuances and international deal standards, ensuring smooth execution and commercially focused solutions. The lawyers are recognised for their clarity of advice, responsiveness and ability to align legal work with the strategic objectives of the client. Close cooperation with colleagues across the wider Taylor Wessing network enables seamless handling of multi-jurisdictional matters.'
- 'Ákos Mátés-Lányi is able to handle complex transactions, making them feel straightforward. He has a rare ability to turn legal detail into clear choices, helping clients focus on strategy rather than paperwork. In M&A deals he is valued for being both disciplined and approachable.'
- 'They are able to explain local Hungarian rules clearly, while at the same time anticipating how international investors and counterparties will react.'
- 'The team is very easy to work with. They are responsive, practical and make you feel that your deal is always a priority.'
- 'They respond quickly even in the most unexpected situations, solving problems with a high level of expertise and broad perspective. They are efficient and enjoy challenges. Their colleagues are able to examine the same problem from multiple angles.'
- 'Ákos Mátés-Lányi was always well prepared, with outstanding professional knowledge and experience. We easily found common ground and were able to work together very effectively and well. He is always accurate and precise.'
Key clients
- sennder Technologies GmbH
- Mitel Networks (International) Limited
- Veritas Dunakiliti Kft.
- Coveris GmbH
Work highlights
Advised Mitel Networks, a Canadian telecommunications company and part of a global tech group with operations across North America and Europe, on the Hungarian segment of its international asset acquisition of the “Xpert product line” business from Everbridge.
Represented Veritas Group, an international automotive supplier headquartered in Gelnhausen, on the sale of its shares in its Hungarian subsidiary, as well as on an associated asset purchase agreement and a real estate lease agreement with a foreign investor.
Assisted Coveris GmbH, a global packaging company with an extensive international footprint, with the day-to-day corporate, commercial, and employment law matters of its Hungarian subsidiary.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Ákos Mátés-Lányi
Other key lawyers
Torsten Braner; Gábor Helembai; Petra Knall