The practice at Fehérváry Horányi Kovács Baker & McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law is strategically positioned at the intersection of IP law and emerging technology, serving global brands in the life sciences, technology, and retail sectors. The firm excels in anti-counterfeiting activities with customs authorities and often manages extensive trade mark portfolios, while also handling IP due diligence in M&A transactions. The practice is led by Csaba Vári, who advises on the interplay between data protection and IP, and Márton Horányi, who brings competition law expertise to the group. The team is further supported by veteran Zoltán Hegymegi-Barakonyi, who is praised for his ‘strategic acumen and profound understanding of IP law’, and the ’meticulous’ Mihály Egon Budai, who is well-versed in both trade mark and copyright law.
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- ‘Engaging with the IP practice group of Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law has proven to be an outstanding experience. Their team is distinguished by its extensive expertise and profound understanding across the entire spectrum of intellectual property law, which provided us with unwavering assurance in their counsel and advocacy.'
- 'Our most frequent collaboration was with Zoltán Hegymegi-Barakonyi, whose strategic acumen and profound understanding of IP law were instrumental to our success. Associate Mihály Egon Budai also played a critical role in our matters, impressing us with his meticulous attention to detail and formidable proactive communication.'
- 'They diligently invested time to grasp our distinct needs and commercial objectives, ensuring that their strategic recommendations were precisely tailored to our aspirations.'
- ‘Every member of their team contributes a rich depth of knowledge and extensive experience in intellectual property law. Their adeptness at navigating intricate legal challenges has been profoundly valuable to us.'
- 'They consistently place our needs and objectives at the forefront, crafting strategies uniquely tailored to our specific circumstances. This level of personalised dedication truly differentiates them.'
- 'The team consistently seeks out innovative solutions for our IP challenges, and their forward-thinking methods, coupled with advanced technological applications, have consistently delivered effective and efficient results.'
Key clients
- Shell
- FedEx
- General Motors
- Abbott
- Michelin
- British American Tobacco
- The Body Shop
- Bath & Body Works
- JCPenney
- Perry Ellis
- L Brands
- Astellas
Work highlights
Advised several Silicon Valley tech giants on navigating complex copyright law obligations.
Acted for an expanding roster of world-leading brand owners in the full spectrum of anti-counterfeiting activities in Hungary.
Advised several leading Hungarian tech innovators on high-stakes IP and technology matters.
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Practice head
Csaba Vári; Márton Horányi
Other key lawyers
Zoltán Hegymegi-Barakonyi; Mihály Egon Budai; András Gaál; Anna Howe