SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o. is a reference in the market for a range of real estate and development matters, frequently handling land acquisitions, due diligence, lease agreements and contracts. The team is also particularly adept in representing clients in the residential development space, often providing the full cycle of transactional work. Founding partner David Soukenik is adept in handling ADR, notably in the construction sector, and heads the team, is along with Miroslav Hivak and Jozef Nádaský .
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Testimonials

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  • First of all is trust, brilliant law protection and support in any business case or project. Lawyers are not in the mode of giving services only "from a book" but from the experience and knowledge of senior lawyers. The lawyer knows how to read the profile of every client and adjust the communication on a very high professional level. The lawyer always sees the target, not the fog and emotions. I really appreciate the "always stable boat" I can count on at any time and avoid business mistakes and lost battles.
  • I appreciate the comprehensive analysis of any business case and legal advice at any time. That shows the strong teamwork and high level of law services based on the perfect selection of young and senior lawyers, which create a strong attorney structure made for clients at any demand. Anytime you request legal assistance, preparation of documents in any business situation or project, you can expect fast, complete, and safe support that makes support for your business.
  • ‘Multidisciplinary team composition and the ability to solve even seemingly-unsolvable problems.’
  • ‘The team has particular experience in handling very complex construction disputes, including large infrastructure projects and international arbitrations.’

Key clients

  • Národná diaľničná spoločnosť, a.s.
  • Ministry of Transport of the Slovak republic
  • University hospital Martin
  • HAUSBERG, s.r.o.
  • Projekt T s.r.o.
  • DELTA Trade ZH s.r.o.
  • GAMA INVESTMENT, spol. s r.o.
  • DJ Development s.r.o.
  • D.A.W., s.r.o.
  • BESICO HOLDING, s.r.o.
  • CEHIP, s.r.o.
  • Železničná spoločnosť Cargo Slovakia, a.s.

Work highlights

Representing the client in arbitration and related claims under the Contract for Work for the construction of the Višňové tunnel.
Advising a client in arbitration brought by the Concessionaire and the EPC Contractor under the Concession Agreement for a EUR 1.7bn PPP project.
Providing comprehensive legal support for the construction of the new university hospital in Martin.
Practice head

David Soukeník; Miroslav Hlivák; Jozef Nádaský