The real estate team at Kapolyi Law Firm leverages the expertise of its team to assist with the full scope of real estate matters, covering a range of asset classes including office, hotel, residential, industrial, and green and brownfield sites. The group advises clients on real estate investment funds, drawing on extensive knowledge of construction law. The team is co-led by Sándor Habóczky, who is notable for work concerning FIDIC-based contractual arrangements, claim management, and warranty disputes, and József Kapolyi. Martin Gortva advises clients on residential investments, developments, condominiums, and real estate M&A deals.
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Testimonials
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- ‘We have worked with Martin Gortva, who stands out for his precision and proactive mindset. He is consistently well-prepared, quick to respond, and able to explain complex issues in a clear and straightforward way. His professionalism and reliability make cooperation smooth and effective compared to competitors.’
- 'They are distinguished by their responsiveness and practical approach, ensuring that solutions are workable in practice and not just on paper.’
- ‘Kapolyi Law Firm’s real estate and construction team is known for its thorough market knowledge and ability to handle both transactional and regulatory aspects of real estate projects. They provide clear, business-oriented advice and manage complex matters efficiently, making them reliable partners in time-sensitive projects.'
- ‘We have worked with Sándor Habóczky, whose professionalism and thorough approach stand out. He is responsive and provides straightforward guidance, which we value in our cooperation.’
- ‘Kapolyi Law Firm’s real estate and construction team provides clear and reliable legal support. Their advice is practical, and they handle transactions efficiently. Their work consistent and easy to follow.’
- ‘I really appreciate all the support I receive from Sándor Habóczky, who always extremely supportive, based on my experiences all the questions were properly addressed/handled by him.’
Key clients
- MHC Hotel Company Kft. CW1 Ingatlanfejlesztő Real Estate Fund SENTIO Kft. EQUILOR Investment Fund Manager Zrt. Bradley, Edwards & Associates Kft. AutoWallis Nyrt. Blue Corso Zrt. DELSK Group Savencia Fromage & Dairy Hungary Zrt. Sandler Kft. Hungast Group WINGPROP Ingatlanfejlesztő és Beruházó Zrt. Dorkan Property Kft. Mbira Silver Holding Kft. Dorkan Property Kft HU CONBAR Kft. CONSILIUM S.L.(Spain) Central European Real Estate Fund Eolie Real Estate Development Investment Fund Danubio I Real Estate Fund Gladiátor Real Estate Investment Funds Mester 76 Real Estate Investment Fund Burano Real Estate Fund
Work highlights
Act as the general, full-scope legal adviser of the client which owns a traditional, historic hotel located at the countryside of Hungary.
Advising and supporting the operation of Equilor Investment Fund Manager Zrt. in various real estate acquisition and operational matters of the property funds managed by it.
Acting as a general, full scope legal advisor of HU CONBAR and MHC Hotel Company/KOZMO Hotel, an affiliate of a leading Spanish investor, hotel and real estate developer, as the buyer, investor and developer of a five-star hotel in Budapest.
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Practice head
Sándor Habóczky; József Kapolyi
Other key lawyers
Martin Gortva