Powered by the May 2024 merger of Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling, A&O Shearman remains a key port of call in the banking, finance and capital space for major domestic and multinational financial institutions (including Citibank, BNP Paribas, J.P. Morgan and Goldman Sachs) and corporates in tech, manufacturing, transport, defence, gaming, energy and pharmaceuticals, on a broad range of matters across the practice area. The group's full offering covers complex, high-value acquisition and real estate finance, regulatory compliance, restructuring and insolvency, in addition to sustainability-linked loans and debt and equity capital markets transactions. The practice is led by Petr Vybiral, who draws on extensive experience in loan and bond transactions and refinancings. Pavel Příhoda is also a key name to note.
Banking, finance and capital markets in Czech Republic
A&O Shearman
Praxisleiter:
Petr Vybíral
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Pavel Příhoda; Tomáš Kafka; Jana Maršálková; Martina Kristianová; Barbara Midová
Referenzen
‘A&O Shearman distinguishes itself with a client-centric, solutions-driven approach that goes beyond traditional legal services. Rather than just highlighting risks, the firm offers practical, actionable strategies to mitigate them and drive client success.’
‘A&O Shearman Prague has one of the strongest finance practices in the Czech market.’
‘In addition to their expertise and experience with bond issues, I appreciate their professionalism and communication skills.’
Kernmandanten
Česká spořitelna, a.s.
UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s.
Raiffeisen Bank International AG
J&T Banka
Citibank
BNP Paribas
J&T IB and Capital Markets, a.s.
PPF banka a.s.
Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE
J.P. Morgan SE
Banka CREDITAS a.s.
Baker & McKenzie s.r.o., advokátní kancelář
Drawing on the bench strength of a global network of 70 offices across North America, Latin America, and the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions, the banking, finance and capital markets group at Baker & McKenzie s.r.o., advokátní kancelář brings expertise to advising domestic and multinational financial institutions (including American Express, Bank of China, Citibank, Raiffeisenbank and UniCredit) and corporates across such sectors as real estate, manufacturing, retail, food and beverages, chemicals, hospitality and construction. The practice's full offering covers matters ranging from restructuring, recovery and distressed debt situations to project, acquisition and real estate finance, equity securities offerings and regulatory compliance. The practice is headed by Libor Basl, who assists with both high-value financings and the establishment and optimisation of financial and corporate structures. Key support is provided by Petr Vojtěch on major financing matters and regulatory mandates.
Praxisleiter:
Libor Basl
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Petr Vojtěch
Kernmandanten
AURES Holdings (AAA Auto group)
Adient Germany
Aetos a.s. / Kofola Group
American Express Payments Europe S.L.
Bank of China
Česká spořitelna, a.s.
Československá obchodní banka a. s. (ČSOB) / KBC Bank NV
Citibank Europe plc, organizační složka
Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft, pobočka Praha
Erste Group Bank AG
ING Belgium NV/SA
Komerční banka, a.s.
JUDr. Jiřina Lužová / Sberbank CZ, a.s. v likvidaci
Moulins de Kleinbettingen S.A.
NH Hotel Group, S.A.
PFNonwovens Holding
Raiffeisenbank a.s.
The Association of Global Custodians
ThomasLloyd
UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s.
Všeobecná úverová banka a.s., pobočka Praha
Highlight-Mandate
- Continuing advice to a group of banks (Československá obchodní banka, a. s.; Komerční banka, a.s. and UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s.) on the refinancing of a portfolio of logistic parks located in the Czech Republic and Slovakia owned by TPG and Contera group.
- Advised the lenders (Československá obchodní banka, a. s. and Česká spořitelna, a.s.) on financing provided to HP Invest a.s. for the acquisition of approx. 25% of the shares of HP TRONIC-prodejny elektro a.s. from Genesis Private Equity Fund III, and for the subsequent operational financing of HP Tronic group.
- Advised AURES Holdings and its subsidiaries (AAA Auto group), the leader in the car retail industry, on refinancing of the group’s existing financial indebtedness and financing of working capital up to CZK 7bn.
Clifford Chance
The powerhouse financial markets team at Clifford Chance remains a leader in the practice space, drawing on a global network spanning five continents and the experience of its team to advise domestic and multinational financial institutions (including Citigroup, Société Générale and UniCredit) and corporates across such sectors as real estate, e-commerce and TMT, on a wide range of matters. The practice's full offering covers project finance, acquisition finance, leveraged financing, debt refinancing, equity raising and regulatory compliance. The team is led by managing partner and banking and finance law expert Miloš Felgr, who brings strength to pre-insolvency restructuring and project and acquisition finance. Other key figures include Hana Čekalová, who assists with the full gamut of finance transactions and regulatory issues, and Tereza Řehořová, a specialist in real estate finance.
Praxisleiter:
Miloš Felgr
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tereza Řehořová; Hana Čekalová
Referenzen
‘A broad team of top professionals with a clear vision and attention to detail. Tailored problem solving, and a pro-client approach.’
‘Milos Felgr – an experienced specialist. Always ready to offer original solutions in the best interest of the client. A great professional.’
Kernmandanten
Citi Group
Commerzbank
CTP
EMMA Capital
Erste Group
J&T Group and its subsidiaries
KBC Group (Československá obchodní banka)
KKCG Group and its subsidiaries
Oriens Group
Raiffeisen Group
Rohlik Group
Société Générale Group
UniCredit Group
Všeobecná úverová banka, a.s.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised KKCG on a commercial bond issuance for retail investors in the Czech market, which totalled up to CZK 10bn.
- Advised Aricoma (KKCG Group) on its recent acquisition of a 100% share in the end-to-end software engineering and consulting platform Avenga from funds managed by Oaktree Capital Management, L.P. and funds managed by Cornerstone Investment Management, L.P.
- Advised a club of banks, consisting of major Czech and Austrian market players, coordinated by Česká spořitelna, a.s., Československá obchodní banka, a. s. and UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s. and further comprising of Komerční banka a.s., Raiffeisenbank a.s. and Raiffeisen Bank International AG in connection with the financing of the acquisition of Meopta – optika, s.r.o. and its subsidiaries by Carlyle.
Dentons
The banking, finance and capital markets team at Dentons remains a market leader, pairing the bench strength of its global network (over 160 locations in over 80 countries worldwide) with the expertise of its team to advise major domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates in energy, tech, entertainment and real estate, on a diverse spectrum of matters across the practice space. The group's comprehensive service covers syndicated and corporate lending, debt restructuring and project, acquisition and corporate finance. The team is headed by structured finance expert Jiří Tomola, who leads the firm's restructuring, insolvency and bankruptcy group; and Daniel Hurych, who brings over 25 years of experience to acquisition and corporate financing. Ondřej Bartoň manages complex restructuring and insolvency mandates.
Praxisleiter:
Jiří Tomola; Daniel Hurych
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ondřej Bartoň
Referenzen
‘Well organised, clear communication, focused on goal.’
‘The team was strongly committed and made every effort to move the transaction forward. They worked around the clock in order to accomodate last minute changes and swiftly reflected the development of negotiations with our counterparty.’
‘Ondrej Barton, Jiri Tomola. I really have to appreciate their personal involvement and high commitment to the transaction.’
Kernmandanten
Česká spořitelna (ERSTE)
Komerční banka (Société Générale)
UniCredit Bank
Československá obchodní banka (KBC)
Raiffeisenbank
CPI Property Group
ČEZ
Heimstaden
Sev.en Energy
Crestyl
Brněnské vodárny a kanalizace
Vestar/Kings’ Casino Group
Draslovka
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised European energy group ČEZ on signing a EUR 840m loan agreement for the purposes of financing the acquisition of a 55.21% stake in GasNet, an operator of gas distribution infrastructure in the Czech Republic, from funds managed by Macquarie Asset Management.
- Advised on a EUR 635m bridge loan from a bank consortium composed of Santander, Société Générale, Komerční banka, Raiffeisen, SMBC, Barclays and Erste Bank.
- Assisted Heimstaden Bostad, a European residential real estate company, in securing EUR 700m of sustainability-linked bank financing.
Glatzová & Co., s.r.o.
Glatzová & Co., s.r.o. harnesses the expertise of its team to advise domestic and multinational financial institutions, private investors and corporates in the energy, automotive, real estate and hospitality sectors, on a wide range of matters across the practice area. They include acquisition and project finance, consumer loans, syndication, restructurings, fund finance, capital markets regulatory compliance and administrative proceedings. The team is headed by Libor Němec, who draws on over 20 years in the banking and finance space, and Martin Dančišin, who bring strength to restructuring, insolvency and complex litigation and arbitration.
Praxisleiter:
Libor Němec; Martin Dančišin
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Jarmila Tornová; Andrea Pišvejcová
Referenzen
‘Very competent, well rounded practice. Very client-focused.’
‘Jarmila Tornova – very, very competent in financing. Libor Nemec – very competent in financial regulatory work. Andrea Pisvejcova – very competent in financial regulatory work.’
‘Excellent regulatory affairs practice, great insight into local financial regulation, proactive approach.’
Kernmandanten
Pale Fire Capital Group
J&T Banka a.s. and J&T IB and Capital Markets, a.s.
Silicon Valley Bank
Enetiqa group
Travelex group
Norddeutsche Landesbank – Girozentrale
International Automotive Component Group
Komerční banka
ZF Friedrichshafen AG, ZF Automotive Czech s.r.o., ZF Passive Safety Czech
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Pale Fire Capital group, a private equity group, its investors, in connection with the formation of an alternative investment fund manager authorised to exceed the EUR 500m AUV limit.
- Advised ZF Friedrichshafen group in connection with its asset backed commercial paper program.
- Advising J&T Banka, a.s. in their roles as manager, administrator, and listing agent, and J&T IB and Capital Markets, a.s. as the arranger, regarding the issuance of publicly offered senior secured bonds by Natland investiční fond SICAV, a.s.
Kocián Šolc Balaštík
The banking, finance and capital markets group at Kocián Šolc Balaštík draws on the experience of its team to assist domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates across such areas as retail, beverages and energy, on matters ranging from acquisition, export and real estate finance to financial regulatory compliance, hybrid bonds and credit linked notes and financial litigation. The practice is led by Martin Krejčí, an expert in project finance; Vlastimil Pihera, a specialist in financial services, trust funds and capital markets; and Petr Kasík, who handles complex restructuring matters. Key support is provided by associates Josef Kříž and Matúš Kovačič, who both brings strength to securities and capital markets mandates.
Praxisleiter:
Martin Krejčí; Vlastimil Pihera; Petr Kasík
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Josef Kříž; Matúš Kovačič
Referenzen
‘KSB is a highly reputable local law firm with a strong track record of delivering exceptional legal services. Their deep knowledge of local regulations, combined with their practical approach, makes them a reliable choice for any legal needs.’
‘Vlastimil Pihera is an exceptional legal expert, particularly in the field of capital markets. His deep understanding of complex topics, including European legislation and market standards, sets him apart..’
‘Very professional approach, nice to work with.’
Kernmandanten
J&T Banka
Prague’s Gas Supplier (Pražská plynárenská)
J&T Real Estate
Deutsche Bank AG, New York Branch
UMB Bank, N.A.
Nemomax, investiční fond
Avant Financial Group
SMV INVEST
Raiffeisen Bank
Národní rozvojová banka
Národní rozvojová investiční
BICZ Group
CA Auto Bank S.p.A.
NASA CAPITAL AIF
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisting J&T Banka in the financial aspects of the transaction between CPI PROPERTY GROUP and Best Hotel Properties regarding the joint venture and stake sale of a portfolio of eight hotel properties in the Czech Republic.
- Advising Prague’s gas supplier in negotiating and finalising multiple transactions aimed at securing (re)financing for its subsidiary specialising in gas distribution.
- Advising in respect of loans extended by J&T Banka to Twisto companies, in the financial technology sector.
PRK Partners
The banking, finance and capital markets team at PRK Partners continues to be a force in the marketplace, bringing expertise to advising domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates in mining, renewables and retail, on matters ranging from international syndicate financing, real estate financing and project financing to acquisition financing, club financing and securities offerings. The practice is led by capital markets head Martin Aschenbrenner, an expert in securities matters; Václav Bílý, a specialist in banking, who displays a particular strength in the energy sector; and Jan Kohout, the head of the firm's Chinese desk, who manages complex project financings. Other key figures include Tomáš Bureš, who handles banking and financial regulatory matters; and Jan Ditrych, who draws on experience with bond and mortgage mandates.
Praxisleiter:
Martin Aschenbrenner; Václav Bílý; Jan Kohout
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tomáš Bureš; Jan Ditrych
Referenzen
‘Deep knowledge, a very professional approach.’
Kernmandanten
Saxo Bank
Euro Manganese Inc.
Komerční banka, a.s. (Société Générale Group)
UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s.
Československá obchodní banka, a.s. (KBC Group)
J&T Banka, a.s.
Bezvavlasy a.s.
BlackRock
EBM Partner a.s.
Česká spořitelna, a.s. (ERSTE Group)
UBS AG
Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A.
ABN AMRO Bank
Raiffeisenbank a.s.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised, with Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer as lead counsel, a syndicate of banks, with ABN AMRO, ING Bank and Rabobank as coordinators, in connection with the increase of financing provided to the TIP Trailer group.
- Assisted (with a team from Norton Rose Fulbright) Euro Manganese Inc., an investor in the Czech Republic and a company listed on the Canadian and Australian stock exchanges, in negotiating the terms of funding for the development and construction of a manganese mining project in the Czech Republic.
- Acting as a legal adviser to the lender, a Czech bank, UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s., in multiple transactions regarding financing and refinancing of solar power plants and renewable energy sources in general (for an aggregate amount upwards of EUR 450m).
White & Case, s.r.o., advokátní kancelár
Back backed by the deep bench strength of a global network spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia Pacific region, White & Case, s.r.o., advokátní kancelář remains a market leader, leveraging the expertise of its team to advise major domestic and multinational financial institutions (including BNP Paribas, Citibank, J.P. Morgan) and corporates in such sectors as energy, real estate and transport, on high-value, multi-jurisdictional financings. Displaying particular expertise in real estate finance, the group’s full offering covers matters ranging from acquisition finance and export finance to complex debt and equity capital markets transactions. The practice is headed by export finance expert Jan Linda; Jonathan Weinberg, a specialist in international leveraged finance; Tomáš Jíně, who brings strength to major, cross-border corporate financings; and Petr Hudec, who leads the firm’s capital markets practice and who represents issuers and underwriters on a wide range of mandates.
Praxisleiter:
Jan Linda; Jonathan Weinberg; Tomáš Jíně; Petr Hudec
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Martin Fronek; Radek Kraus
Referenzen
‘Professionalism, expertise, dedication, meeting promises and deadlines.’
‘White & Case is a long-standing leader in the Czech market for legal services provided to the banking and other financial services clients.’
‘Tomáš Jíně is exceptional; he knows the industry and the regulation, and can appropriately source the White & Case international network.’
Kernmandanten
Accolade
BNP Paribas
Citibank
CTP Group
Česká spořitelna (Erste Group)
České dráhy
ČEZ Group
ČSOB (KBC Bank)
EPH Group
J&T Group
J.P. Morgan
Komerční banka (Société Générale)
PPF Group (including its subsidiaries PPF
Telecom Group and CETIN Group)
Raiffeisenbank
Rohlik Group
UniCredit Bank
BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o.
The banking, finance and capital markets group at BBH, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. provides expertise to insurers and domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates across such sectors as logistics, chemicals, real estate, energy, on regulatory matters (including internal issues, licensing and approval and sanction proceedings before the Czech National Bank) and high-value cross-border acquisition financings. In addition, the team advises on the structuring of fintech operations. The practice is headed by Tomáš Sedláček, who brings extensive experience to securitisation and corporate bond mandates. Other key figures include acquisition finance specialist Andrea Adamcová and Petr Přecechtěl, who handles complex capital markets matters.
Praxisleiter:
Tomáš Sedláček
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andrea Adamacova; Petr Přecechtěl
Referenzen
‘The BBH banking team is very strong in banking, finance and capital markets matters and have worked on several groundbreaking transactions in these areas.’
‘Petr Přecechtěl is extremely experienced and able to deal with most complex legal matters.’
‘Tomáš Sedláček is an excellent lawyer with a lot of knowledge and experience.’
Kernmandanten
Air Bank a.s.
Česká Exportní Banka (Czech Export Bank)
Česká Národní Banka (Czech National Bank)
Česká telekomunikační infrastruktura a.s. / CETIN Finance B.V.
ČEZ
EP Energy a.s./CE, Energy a.s.
EPH Group
Equa Bank, a.s.
Home Credit Group
J&T Group
PPF Group
PPF banka
První Investiční a.s.
Raiffeisenbank a.s.
RD Rýmařov Group
Progresus Group
Rockaway Capital
Škoda Transportation Group
UniCredit Group
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising PPF Group on a financing upwards of $ 1.93bn.
- Advising Škoda Transportation in its $1.5bn umbrella financing facility.
CMS
Backed by a global network of 84 offices in 47 countries, CMS harnesses the experience of its team to advise major domestic and multinational financial institutions (including ING Bank and BNP Paribas) and corporates across such sectors as energy, real estate, hospitality and logistics, on matters ranging from high-value, cross-border acquisitions and and financial regulations and compliance to insolvency and restructuring. The practice is led by Petra Myšáková, who arrived from A&O Shearman in September 2024, and who, in addition to expertise in acquisition and real estate financings, brings strength to structured finance products. Also of note are Lukáš Valúšek, who specialises in regulatory matters; and Andrea Haushalterová, who provides key support.
Praxisleiter:
Petra Myšáková
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lukáš Valúšek; Andrea Haushalterová
Referenzen
‘I appreciate quick reactions and delivery of requested documents and advice.’
‘The strength of CMS is their extensive network of professionals covering the jurisdictions in which we operate. It’s always easy to get in touch directly with someone who has experience with a particular type of problem’
‘Engagement, transparency, complex thinking.’
Kernmandanten
Komerční banka, a.s.
Unicredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s.
Air Lease Corporation
Československá obchodní banka, a.s.
REICO investiční společnost České spořitelny, a.s.
ING Bank N.V. – Czech Republic
BNP Paribas S.A. – Czech Republic
Karlín Group / Raiffeisen Bank International AG
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised a syndicate of banks led by Komerční banka on the provision of a EUR 130m top-up facility to Penta Hospitals International (PHI), a health care provider; the transaction increases the total loans provided under the existing facilities to EUR 280m.
- Assisted Komerční banka, a.s. on the acquisition financing of Mercedes-Benz Praha car dealerships.
- Assisted UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s. on financing of the acquisition of the City Point office building.
Kinstellar
The banking, finance and capital markets team at Kinstellar leverages deep bench strength to advise major national and multinational financial institutions (including J.P. Morgan SE, Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs, BlackRock and Société Générale), bolstered by the transfer to Kinstellar (in April 2024) of the German firm Noerr’s offices in Bratislava, Budapest, Bucharest and Prague, as part of a non-exclusive arrangement. The group specialises in high-value transactions involving project and public finance, including work on PPP structures and energy acquisition finance matters. The firm is led by Martina Březinová, who brings expertise to financial market regulatory and restructuring and insolvency mandates. Other key figures include former Noerr banking, finance and capital markets co-heads Luděk Chvosta and Filip Murár; Václav Kment, who handles complex acquisition finance matters. Key support is provided by Jakub Šťastný.
Praxisleiter:
Martina Březinová
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Luděk Chvosta; Filip Murár; Václav Kment; Jakub Šťastný
Referenzen
‘Reliability, knowledge, experience.’
‘Martina Březinová and Václav Kment stand out with their high level of professionalism and knowledge base.’
‘Pro-active approach to solve the customer’s needs.’
Kernmandanten
Roier
Československá obchodní banka a.s.
Mitiska REIM
J.P. Morgan SE, Morgan Stanley Europe SE, Goldman Sachs Bank Europe SE, Commerzbank
Coöperatieve Rabobank
Capvis General Partner V
Orion Resource Partners Group
Tikehau Capital
Revolut Ltd.
BlackRock, Inc.
Nordic Trustee & Agency AB
Société Générale S.A.
PPF banka a.s.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised the founders of the Czech crowdfunding platform Roier on a new, multi-million crown investment.
- Advised Orion Resource Partners Group on $100m worth of non-dilutive financing to advance the development of the Chvaletice Manganese Project in the Czech Republic.
- Advised the initial purchasers and lenders in connection with a debut offering by BENTELER International AG of two senior secured high-yield bonds due in 2028 with volumes of EUR 525m and $500m, together with the provision of a EUR 810m syndicated term loan and a EUR 250m revolving credit facility.
Schoenherr Czech Republic
The banking, finance and capital markets team at Schoenherr Czech Republic brings expertise to advising major domestic and multinational banks and financial institutions (including Raiffeisenbank, UniCredit Bank and BNP Paribas) involved in regulatory matters and high-value, multi-jurisdictional financing transactions. The practice is headed by Ondřej Havlíček, who draws on experience in acquisition, project, bond and mezzanine finance. Vladimir Čížek specialises in payment services matters. Key support is provided by senior associate Natálie Rosová, who handles large-scale real estate financings, and associate Kristýna Tupá, who demonstrates skill in international debt finance.
Praxisleiter:
Ondřej Havlíček
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Vladimír Čížek; Natálie Rosová; Kristýna Tupá
Referenzen
‘Strong market knowledge and comprehensive advice.’
‘Ondrej Havlicek is very knowledgeable, with a pragmatic approach.’
‘Open and active approach. Excellent consultancy services and preparation of senior facility agreement and related security documents.’
Kernmandanten
Raiffeisenbank a.s.
BNP Paribas
UNIQA Pojišťovna a.s.
Erste Group AG
UniCredit Bank AG
Komerční banka, a.s.
Twisto payments a.s.
Benteler International AG
Enery Development GmbH
UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s.
Leoni AG
AKCENTA CZ a.s.
Edenred
Česká spořitelna a.s.
EIB
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Raiffeisenbank a.s. and Česká spořitelna, a.s., in relation to club financing for the purpose of the development of a new logistics centre for Czech car dealer Louda Auto.
- Advising EIB in connection with EUR 90m financing to be provided to Rohlik Group.
- Advised on acquisition financing provided to BHM Group, an investment group on the Czech market, in connection with the acquisition of a production and logistics centre in Slovakia, Trenčín Industrial Park.
Wolf Theiss
The experienced banking, finance and capital markets team at Wolf Theiss provides major domestic and multinational insurers, banks and non-bank financial institutions and corporates with comprehensive advice on refinancings, acquisition finance and real estate finance matters. The practice also displays strength in such segments as energy and transport. The practice is headed by Robert David, who specialises in project finance, acquisition finance, export finance, recapitalisation and a wide range of capital markets transactions. Also of note are senior associate Filip Michalec, who handles mandates involving banking and financial services, regulatory compliance and anti-money laundering; and counsel Tomáš Kren, who advises on complex real estate matters.
Praxisleiter:
Robert David
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Filip Michalec; Tomáš Kren
Referenzen
‘Practical, no negotiation for the sake of negotiation, pleasant to work with.’
‘Customer focus, flexibility.’
‘Filip Michalec was exceptional in the service he provided. Highly recommended.’
Kernmandanten
Trinity Bank
Komerční banka
Sekyra Group
Česká spořitelna
Raiffeisen Bank International
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Raiffeisenbank on the financing of the acquisition of Hair Servis by Bezvavlasy, a distributor of hair cosmetics in the Czech Republic.
- Preparing finance documents in relation to the refinancing of the current bank loan and intragroup loan amounting to EUR 50m by Trinity Bank.
- Advising Česká spořitelna, a Czech bank and part of the Erste Bank Group, Austria, on two issues of bonds amounting to EUR 1bn under a multi issuer EMTN programme.
CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners
The banking and finance team at CERHA HEMPEL Kališ & Partners provides across-the-board support for domestic and multinational banks, non-bank financial institutions and corporates in such areas as energy, real estate and precious metals on matters involving multi-jurisdictional export and acquisition finance. The group is headed by practice area specialist Martin Kartner. Key support is provided by associate Michal Hofman.
Praxisleiter:
Martin Kartner
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Michal Hofman
Referenzen
‘Helpful approach, quick responses to email inquiries.’
‘We are very satisfied with Cerha Hempel Kališ & Partners. They are experts, they meet deadlines and they have no problems with the requirements to resolve assignments quickly.’
‘We have been working with Martin Kartner for a long time. He is a real expert – business oriented, sincere, responsive.’
Kernmandanten
ČEPS, a.s.
Národní rozvojová banka a.s.
FCC Česká republika s.r.o.
CFH investiční fond SICAV, a.s.
Erste Group Bank AG
AS SEB Pank
SAFINA, a.s.
StoneX Group (Gain Capital)
BRP Bizzozero & Partners SA
SCATEC group
Reitknechtka a.s.
Interactive Brokers
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Národní rozvojová banka a.s. on the financing of development projects of the group companies with a total value of CZK 600m.
- Advised Erste Group Bank AG on the accession of six new borrowers to a facility agreement via a third amendment.
- Advised ČEPS, a.s. on the terms of financing an acquisition of RWE Gas Storage CZ, s.r.o. by the Ministry of Finance.
DELTA legal
The banking and finance practice at DELTA legal brings expertise to advising domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates operating across such sectors as packaging, marketing, logistics and real estate (where the firm displays particular strength), on matters ranging from project financing, asset financing and P2P lending to mezzanine funds lending, regulatory issues and proceedings before the Czech National Bank. The practice is headed by bank lending and non-bank lending expert Libor Vacek. Other key names include real estate finance specialist Pavel Fára; and Michal Zahradník, who focuses on banking disputes and debt restructuring.
Praxisleiter:
Libor Vacek
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Pavel Fára; Michal Zahradník
Referenzen
‘DELTA’s lawyers are knowledgeable and at the same time, business-focused. They understand the practicalities and can deliver advice that is of practical use to the client.’
‘Pavel Fára is a fantastic person to work with. His advice is always clear, practical and incredibly valuable. Libor Vacek is a true expert in financial law, with a deep understanding of legal issues. His ability to tailor advice to our specific needs makes him an invaluable and trustworthy resource.’
‘This practice stands out for its ability to understand our unique needs and provide customised solutions. We’ve consistently been impressed by the team’s expertise, strategic mindset and efficient execution.’
Kernmandanten
Komerční banka, a.s.
INVESTIKA, investiční společnost, a.s.
Société Générale S.A.
NTT Europe
SFA Packaging B.V.
Archdiocese of Prague
KKCG Group
EXCHANGE s.r.o.
CASIN Establishment
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- Advising INVESTIKA, on various finance law matters, including the bankruptcy of Sberbank CZ.
- Advising SFA Packaging B.V in respect of the financial lease agreement concluded in relation to machinery purchased for a factory located in the Czech Republic.
- Advising Archdiocese of Prague on various financing matters, from both lender’s as well as the borrower’s perspective.
DLA Piper
Backed by a network of over 40 locations spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia Pacific, DLA Piper leverages the bench strength of its team to advise domestic and multinational banks, non-bank financial institutions and corporates across such sectors as logistics and manufacturing, on syndicated financing, asset finance and acquisition finance, and displays particular strength in the real estate finance segment. The practice is led by cross-border finance expert Miroslav Dubovský and Leo Javorek, who arrived from Kinstellar in June 2023, and who provides extensive transactional experience.
Praxisleiter:
Miroslav Dubovský; Leo Javorek
Kernmandanten
Česká spořitelna, a.s.
UBM Development Czechia, s.r.o.
Discovery group, a.s.
UniCredit Leasing CZ, a.s.
Cube Infrastructure Managers
UniCredit Bank Austria AG
e-Toro
Holešovský Trojúhelník a.s. / LORDSHIP
Unicredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia, a.s.
Aareal Bank AG
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising the bank Česká spořitelna, in connection with two parallel financings of 2 office projects.
- Advising UBM Development, a developer of timber construction projects in Europe, in connection with the financings of the residential development of Phase 2 and Phase 3 of its Arcus City and Astrid projects.
- Advising the bank Česká spořitelna, in connection with refinancings of the Main Point Pankrác office building.
DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS
The banking and finance practice at DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS utilises the experience of its team to assist domestic and multinational insurers, financial institutions and corporates in such sectors as retail and healthcare, on a wide range of matters, from operational, investment and project finance, security instruments and alternative finance to risk credits, restructuring, bankruptcy/insolvency proceedings and the regulation of financial markets and payment systems. The practice is headed by David Urbanec, who brings expertise to financial regulatory mandates, in addition to banking arbitration. Managing partner Barbora Dunovská draws on extensive experience in restructuring matters.
Praxisleiter:
David Urbanec
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Barbora Dunovská; Jan Vavřina; Aleš Hradil; Václav Mánek; Markéta Koláříková
Referenzen
‘DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS provide comprehensive services with significant expertise in insolvency matters. Their strong client relationships and commitment to understanding our needs truly sets them apart, ensuring tailored and effective legal solutions.’
‘They consistently deliver excellent services and, most importantly, always on time.’
‘The Dunovska team consistently demonstrates a client-friendly approach, ensuring that our needs and concerns are always a top priority. They provide tailor-made solutions that are meticulously designed to address our unique requirements, reflecting a deep understanding of our business.’
Kernmandanten
Československá obchodní banka, a.s.
HSBC Continental Europe
Česká spořitelna, a.s. of ERSTE Group
ČSOB Factoring, a.s.
Allianz Trade/Euler Hermes SA, organizational unit
Raiffeisenbank a.s.
Oddysey 44, a.s.
Max Banka a.s.
Komerční banka, a.s.
Investcrown s.r.o. previously NEBANKA s.r.o.
SCH-PORT, a.s.
SPORTISIMO, s.r.o.
ČSOB Leasing, a.s.
Red Stone Now s.r.o.
BTL Healthcare Technologies a.s.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising and representing BTL Healthcare Technologies a.s. in their financing of the reconstruction of a property in exchange for an equity share in the SPV owning the property.
- Providing legal assistance and representation of Odyssey 44 a.s. in provision of finance for the purpose of increasing an equity interest in the Packeta Group, which owns Zásilkovna s.r.o., a logistics and technology company.
ROWAN LEGAL
ROWAN LEGAL leverages the experience of its banking and finance team to advise domestic and multi-national insurers, banks, nonbank financial institutions and corporates spanning such industries as IT, professional services, telecoms, food and retail, on mandates involving the regulation of AML, payment systems (PSD3) and new technologies related to AI, virtual assets and cloud services. The practice is jointly led by Josef Donát, a specialist in information technology law, and Martin Šubrt, who brings strength to advising investment funds and credit institutions.
Praxisleiter:
Josef Donát; Martin Šubrt
Weitere Kernanwälte:
David Oršulik
Referenzen
‘Martin Šubrt is the best M&A transactional lawyer on the CZ market. Martin is brilliant, quick and has excellent business insight. Martin is also a very good negotiator.’
‘What makes this practice unique is the combination of deep legal expertise and a clear, straightforward approach. Potential clients should know that the team excels in providing tailored solutions that are not only strategic but also clear and, whenever possible, simple. They focus on resolving issues without introducing unnecessary complexity or doubts. Compared to other firms, they stand out for their transparency and flexibility, particularly in billing.’
‘As a long term client of Rowan Legal, we have had the pleasure of working with Martin Šubrt in his capacity as a legal partner. Martin’s expertise in banking, financing and complex LBO and refinancing transactions is unparalleled and this includes both local and cross-border transactions.’
Kernmandanten
City of Prague
Česká spořitelna, a.s. (ERSTE Group)
Československá obchodní banka, a.s. (KBC Group)
Komerční banka, a.s. (Société Générale)
Raiffeisenbank a.s. (Raiffeisen Group)
Credit Agricole Leasing & Factoring S.A.
Kooperativa pojišťovna, a.s., Vienna Insurance Group
Central Europe Industry Partners II SCSp,
Česká bankovní asociace (the Czech Banking Association)
Národní rozvojová banka, a.s. (the National Development Bank of the Czech Republic)
Oriens Fund II LLP
CBCB – Czech Banking Credit Bureau, a.s.
Bankovní identita, a.s.
Central Europe Industry Partners, a.s.
Exelcius Prime LTD
FAS finance company s.r.o.
mBank S.A.
Oriens Fund III SCSp
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- Provided the client, a CEE private equity fund with legal support for financing of the acquisition of Hruška group.
- Assisted with the negotiation of LMA standard finance loan documentation between the City of Prague and EIB regarding a long-term loan for the financing of the construction of new underground line D in Prague, amounting to CZK 26bn (approx. EUR 1bn).
- Advised a private equity investment scheme with respect to regulatory issues and general investment activities, including services related to M&A financing.
Skils s.r.o. advokátní kancelář
Skils s.r.o. advokátní kancelář draws on the strength of its corporate and banking departments to offer a combined offering, acting for domestic and multinational banks, nonbank financial institutions, governmental entities, public authorities and corporates (including Telefonica) across such areas as energy, petrochemicals, telecoms, travel and media. The term's full service covers matters ranging from structured finance, mezzanine finance, syndicated loans and staple financing to debt and equity capital markets matters, including IPOs, rights issues, issues of shares and Eurobonds. The team is headed by managing partner and banking and energy sector specialist Karel Muzikář. Karel Dřevínek, who serves as the Chairman of the Appellate Senate of the Czech National Bank, is also of note.
Praxisleiter:
Karel Muzikář
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Karel Dřevínek
Kernmandanten
CEZ Group
Ceska sporitelna (Czech Savings Bank)
Erste Group Bank
MONETA Money Bank
SAB Financial Group / TRINITY Bank
TRINITY Bank
Kiwi.com
Telefonica
Bain Capital
Blue Torch Capital
Orlen Unipetrol
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised CEZ Group, as per the market capitalisation of around CZK 500bn (approx. EUR 20bn) in connection with a purchase of a majority stake in GasNet, a Czech gas distributor, from Macquarie Asset Management.
- Advised Ceska sporitelna (Erste Group) in connection with its CZK 41bn (approx. EUR 1.7bn) acquisition of the loan portfolio of Sberbank’s Czech subsidiary.
- Advised Ceska sporitelna (Erste Group) in connection with its acquisition of consumer loan activities of Hello Bank! From BNP Paribas Personal Finance, a retail arm of BNP Paribas.
act Randa Havel Legal
The banking and finance team at act Randa Havel Legal brings expertise to advising domestic and multinational financial institutions, private equity funds, real estate funds and large corporates on the NPL sales transactions and the drafting and negotiation of such contractual documents as security agreements, loan agreements, inter-creditor agreements and hedging arrangements. Alois Šatava, a specialist in acquisition finance and private equity transactions, heads the practice. Other key figures include Matyáš Kužela, who assists investors with start-up projects involving venture capital and investment instruments, and power engineering expert Jan Havel.
Praxisleiter:
Alois Šatava
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Matyáš Kužela; Jan Havel
Referenzen
‘This team has strong experience in many areas with further expertise in projects and real estate finance as well as debt refinancing. Compared to other offices, they deliver very high-quality advice, are very responsive and know the market very well.’
‘Matyáš Kužela has great project management and communication skills that are really beneficial.’
Kernmandanten
JUFA Investment Group
Doosan Škoda Power s.r.o.
Pražské služby, a.s.
AVANT Investiční společnost
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- Representing JUFA Investment Group, and its subsidiaries respectively (Solivem, EDS energy, Soledas, Solaret, Carinusa, Solivera, Soladema, Solihel, TM-SOLAR), in negotiating with the UniCredit Bank amendments to existing financial documentation, mainly changes to current collateral and increase of the credit facility by refinancing the current loans via new loan agreements.
- Preparing and negotiating financing documentation (including collateral) used to provide both internal and external funding to various debtors mostly active in the real estate business for AVANT investment fund.
- Providing Pražské služby a.s. with legal services in connection with the financing of the GOLEM Project in Prague (Malešice).
Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář
The finance group at Bird & Bird s.r.o. advokátní kancelář draws on the expertise of its team to advise multinational insurers banks, investment companies, in addition to corporates across the manufacturing, e-commerce, retail, luxury goods and tech sectors, on matters ranging from transactional financing and refinancing, AML regulations and payment services and fintech matters to venture capital-related mandates and LMA transactions. The group is led by Ivan Sagál, a specialist in such areas as acquisitions and project finance and capital markets matters.
Praxisleiter:
Ivan Sagál
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ľubomír Brečka; Barbora Růžičková
Kernmandanten
KB SmartSolutions, s.r.o.
Highlight-Mandate
- Providing advice to KB SmartSolutions (since 2020) as an investor into Czech-based fintech start-up company MonkeyData s.r.o. (owning Lemonero).
bpv Braun Partners s.r.o. advokáti
The banking and finance team at bpv Braun Partners s.r.o. advokáti channels the bench strength of its team to advise domestic and multinational banks and other financial institutions on a diverse range of matters across the practice space. They include the preparation of security instruments, due diligence on borrowers' assets and collateral, syndicated loans, the refinancing of existing debt and representing clients in administrative proceedings before the Czech National Bank. The team is headed by practice area specialist David Vosol and managing partner Arthur Braun, who also leads the firm's M&A team.
Praxisleiter:
David Vosol; Arthur Braun
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ivana Horáková
Kernmandanten
Unicapital Energy
Raiffeisenbank, a.s.
Sparkasse Freiburg-Nördlicher Breisgau
IKB Deutsche Industriebank AG
Progroup AG
Korea Development Bank
VUTS
tibiQ
CREDITAS ASSET SICAV
Čemos
IQ Option Europe Ltd
Sun Contracting
Raiffeisenlandesbank Niederösterreich-Wien AG
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Unicapital Energy in the multi-billion acquisition of a Slovak energy group GGE from Infracapital group.
- Advised VUTS in connection with a CZK 200m financing, focused on selecting financing offers and refinancing existing debts with three banks.
- Advising tibiQ and its subsidiary livIQ for a CZK 125m crowdfunding financing.
Deloitte Legal s.r.o., advokátní kancelár
The experienced team at Deloitte Legal s.r.o., advokátní kancelár brings expertise to advising domestic and multinational insurers, financial institutions and corporates in real estate and IT on compliance with AML, PSD2 and ESG regulations, and in such areas as crypto assets and the onboarding of online clients. The practice is headed by Jan Procházka, who also heads the firm’s employment practice, and who, in addition to assisting insurers and financial entities, advises on the regulatory aspects of transformations, restructurings and acquisitions. Senior managing associates Tereza Davidová, a pharmaceutical industry specialist, and Roman Fabiánek, who handles PSD2 audits and AML audits, are other key names to note.
Praxisleiter:
Jan Procházka
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tereza Davidová; Roman Fabiánek
Referenzen
‘Collaboration, people oriented to understand us and our needs. High level of expertise.’
‘I highly appreciate a professional solution that makes it easier for the customer to choose from the offered scalable variants of services from Deloitte Legal s.r.o., advokátní kancelár, including their time adaptability.’
‘Roman Fabianek and his group represent a perfect team of excellent professionals who will perfectly meet the customer’s expectations. They can explain their assessment very well and give individual advice.’
Eversheds Sutherland Dvorák Hager, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o.
The banking and finance team at Eversheds Sutherland Dvorák Hager, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. draws on the experience of his team to assist domestic financial institutions and multinational corporates across such sectors as IT, manufacturing and packaging, on matters ranging from licensing, fund regulatory matters and the distribution of financial products to acquisition, syndicated, project and real estate finance. The team is headed by counsel Petra Konečná, who brings extensive experience in corporate finance, the negotiation and drafting of complex contractual documentation and syndicated financing. Also of note is founding partner and administrative court proceeding specialist Stanislav Dvořák.
Praxisleiter:
Petra Konečná
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Stanislav Dvořák
Kernmandanten
CREDITAS
APIF
FINREG PARTNERS
The capital markets, banking and finance practice at FINREG PARTNERS brings expertise to advising an active client roster of multinational financial institutions (including banks and asset management companies) and corporates across such sectors to IT, healthcare, tourism and education. The team displays particular strength in fintech matters, handling mandates related to crypto assets, crowdfunding, payment systems and SME financing and investment platforms. The practice is led by Ondřej Mikula, specialist in capital markets, who also assists with derivative transactions; and Jan Šovar, who draws on his background working at the Czech Ministry of Finance. Associate Markéta Valušková provides key support.
Praxisleiter:
Ondřej Mikula; Jan Šovar
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Markéta Valušková
Referenzen
‘FINREG PARTNERS has a diverse team of young and experienced lawyers with unique expertise in the field of financial regulation, which allows them to provide expert advice, even in very intricate and sometimes urgent matters, very promptly.’
‘What we appreciate about the FINREG PARTNERS team, besides the professional abilities of the partners, is that in all cases they were able to meet the promised deadlines, even in very complicated and extensive matters.’
‘This firm has a deep understanding of capital markets, not only in terms of how regulations are drafted, but also in how the business functions in practice. They are true experts at tailoring and structuring financial instruments and documentation to meet both our specific needs and market standards as well as investors‘ expectations.’
Kernmandanten
Geetoo Holding
Tatry Mountain Resorts (TMR)
Gopass SE
Advanto Group
Citfin
J&T Banka
Fondee
ČSNF
Robot Asset Management SICAV
Plus500
Investown
Mizuho Bank
FTMO
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Geetoo Holding in relation to its CZK 300m bond programme and the public offer of the same.
- Represented Investown in licensing proceedings, leading to the successful obtainment of the first crowdfunding licence in the Czech Republic.
- Represented Fondee in a case at CJEU against the Czech National Bank on interpreting MiFID2.
Giese & Partner, s.r.o.
Giese & Partner, s.r.o. leverages the experience of its team to advise major multinational financial institutions (including Deutsche Pfandbriefbank and UniCredit) on a wide range of matters across the practice area. Providing expertise in the energy, financial services, real estate and professional services sectors, the group’s full service covers real estate finance, project finance, syndication for international lenders and funds creation. The practice is headed by commercial and finance expert Jitka Sytařová and real estate finance specialist Martin Holler; both draw on over two decades of experience.
Praxisleiter:
Jitka Sytařová; Martin Holler
Kernmandanten
Deutsche Pfandbriefbank
Helaba Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen
UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia
Bayerische Landesbank
UniCredit Bank Austria
Česká Spořitelna
Commerzbank Aktiengesellschaft
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised German banks Deutsche Pfandbriefbank and Helaba on Crestyl’s EUR 193m refinancing of Prague’s Dock In Office Park.
- Advised Deutsche Pfandbriefbank on the restatement of an existing loan in respect of the financing of a business centre in the West of Prague.
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic
The banking and finance practice at Taylor Wessing Czech Republic brings strength to advising local and foreign investors, multinational financial institutions and corporates, across the real estate, hospitality, automotive and IT sectors. Displaying particular expertise in real estate and project finance and private equity, the team’s full offering covers acquisition and syndicated financing, banking regulation and payment services matters. The group is led by Jakub Adam, who also heads the firm’s real estate and construction teams, with key support provided by Martin Šerák, who draws on experience in finance regulatory matters.
Praxisleiter:
Jakub Adam
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Martin Šerák
Kernmandanten
Alfa Group International
Weinhold Legal
The banking and finance team at Weinhold Legal advises an active client base of domestic and multinational insurers, financial institutions (including payment institutions, banks and investment firms) and corporates across such sectors as real estate, retail, construction, motor vehicles and gaming. The practice’s full service covers the finance of acquisitions and project, asset, real estate and consumer credits finance. Practice head Daniel Weinhold is dual Czech and Slovak qualified and brings extensive experienc to banking, finance and capital markets transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Daniel Weinhold
Kernmandanten
Wallex Asset Management
Highlight-Mandate
- Provided complex services to Chropynska Group, a leading automotive company in respect of bank financing related to its subsidiaries in Poland and India.
- Assisted Leo Mobility, a rolling stock leasing company, with financing provided by ČSOB Leasing for the purposes of the leasing of rolling stock.
- Provided complex legal services to WFC Capital in connection with the financing of the acquisition of real estate in the Prague downtown by a private investor.