Dentons utilises their extensive network to advise multinational companies, Hungarian government, and state-owned entities on domestic and international litigation, arbitration, and mediation cases. The team have an extensive offering across unfair competition, regulatory issues, IP, contractual, and employment disputes. Gergely Stanka leads the team, covering commercial, banking, energy, tax, and labour litigation. István Réczicza has extensive experience in white collar and internal corporate investigations, while Ádám Kulcsár advises financial institutions and key energy companies. Other key names include Mihály Czesznak and Zsófia Marton.
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Testimonials
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- This legal team combines deep sector expertise with strategic commercial awareness. In our recent EUIPO opposition against our primary competitor, they secured a complete victory that preserved our competitive distinction in a fiercely contested automotive market. They work as true partners, proactively identifying threats and translating complex trademark law into clear business outcomes. What sets them apart is their responsiveness, thorough case preparation, and ability to align legal strategy with business priorities - delivering advice that is both legally sound and commercially astute. The team demonstrates innovation through collaborative strategic discussions with in-house teams and effective use of technology for case management and evidence presentation. Their clear, jargon-free communication style enables faster decision-making at the board level.
- Gergely Stanka, as partner and head of the practice, brings exceptional breadth of experience across both local and international litigation, enabling him to navigate complex disputes with strategic insight and practical solutions. His ability to handle diverse litigation areas means he anticipates issues others might miss and delivers comprehensive counsel that protects our interests at every level. Mihály Czesznak, as an associate, routinely works on high-stakes matters with remarkable skill and attention to detail, demonstrating maturity beyond his level. What sets them apart from competitors is their responsiveness and genuine commitment to understanding our business - they don't just provide legal answers, they provide commercial solutions. The qualities I value most are their proactive communication, strategic thinking, and ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, which instills confidence when navigating contentious matters in competitive markets.
- 'What sets them apart is their responsiveness, thorough case preparation, and ability to align legal strategy with business priorities - delivering advice that is both legally sound and commercially astute.'
- 'The team demonstrates innovation through collaborative strategic discussions with in-house teams and effective use of technology for case management and evidence presentation. Their clear, jargon-free communication style enables faster decision-making at board level.'
- 'Gergely Stanka brings exceptional breadth of experience across both local and international litigation, enabling him to navigate complex disputes with strategic insight and practical solutions. His ability to handle diverse litigation areas means he anticipates issues others might miss and delivers comprehensive counsel that protects our interests at every level.'
- 'Mihály Czesznak routinely works on high-stakes matters with remarkable skill and attention to detail, demonstrating maturity beyond his level.'
Key clients
- CIB Group MVM Zrt.
- Diageo Zrt.
- ArrivaBus Kft.
- Alcon Hungária Kft.
- MBH Jelzálogbank Nyrt.
- Photon Energy Group
- Műszertechnika Zrt.
- AxFina Holding S.A.
- The Hungarian Energy and Public Utility Regulatory Authority (MEKH)
Work highlights
Represented Photon Energy Operations HU Kft.—the Hungarian subsidiary of Photon Energy Group—in a total of 103 lawsuits against the Hungarian Energy and Public Utility Regulatory Authority (MEKH).
Represented AxFina Hungary Zrt. in proceedings before the European Court of Justice and the Hungarian Supreme Court concerning the settlement method of invalid consumer FX loan agreements under Hungarian law, with outcomes set to impact thousands of cases and contracts in Hungary.
Advised and represented the client in a EUR 1bn lawsuit involving minority shareholders challenging resolutions related to MBH Jelzálogbank Nyrt., a Hungarian banking sector integration, securing favourable judgement in lower courts, with the case now pending before the Hungarian Supreme Court.
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.
Practice head
Gergely Stanka
Other key lawyers
István Réczicza; Ádám Kulcsár; Mihály Czesznak; Zsófia Marton