The Budapest office of Siegler Bird & Bird Ügyvédi Iroda provides comprehensive TMT and regulatory advice, with a significant presence across the technology, data, and e-commerce sectors. The firm stands out for its high-calibre advice on cybersecurity compliance, becoming a go-to for companies seeking guidance on EU-wide NIS2 compliance strategy. The team provides continuous, high-value support for major mobile network operators, fast-growing SaaS tech start-ups, and advises on high-stakes regulatory issues across data protection, consumer, and telecoms law. The team is co-led by Bálint Halász, whose practice centres on IT and telecoms, and Ádám Simon, who advises on cross-border cybersecurity and high-value IT transactions. They are ably supported by Adél Gelencsér, who handles complex electronic communications regulation and engages directly with national media and telecoms authorities.
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- Very responsive, usually confirming receipt and providing an expected timeline upon receipt of the request, which is very helpful, thorough in their responses and clear in communication.
- ‘Our collaboration with the law firm advising on telecommunications law across the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region has been consistently positive.'
- 'What sets this practice apart is its responsiveness and precision—they deliver clear, actionable advice with impressive turnaround times, which is invaluable in a fast-moving regulatory landscape.’
- ‘The firm’s deep regional expertise, particularly in navigating complex frameworks, allows them to offer guidance that is both locally grounded and strategically aligned with EU-wide compliance standards.'
- 'Their ability to distil dense regulatory content into concise, practical recommendations is a standout feature.’
- ‘Ádám Simon and his team have been supporting us on a very important IT transition project for about 5 years now and they’ve been consistently great throughout.'
Key clients
- Yettel
- Bitrise
- Viber
Work highlights
Supported one of Hungary's largest mobile network operators, Yettel, with data protection and IT commercial matters, offering guidance on a range of complex issues.
Supported the Bitrise internal legal team in navigating the rapidly changing and intricate legal challenges arising from the company's SaaS business.
Represented a leading cross-platform messaging application provider, Viber, successfully during competition control proceedings by the Hungarian Competition Authority.
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Practice head
Bálint Halász; Ádám Simon
Other key lawyers
Adél Gelencsér