The team at Kinstellar Andrékó Ferenczi & Társai Ügyvédi Iroda continues to be a leader, bringing expertise to advising insurers, financial institutions and major domestic and multinational corporates involved in high-value, cross-border transactions. The firm’s client base spans such sectors as aviation, food and defence, and displays particular strength in energy, TMT, life sciences and real estate. The team’s full offering covers multi-jurisdictional M&A, joint ventures, disposals, reorganisations, restructurings and takeovers. Bolstered by the transfer to Kinstellar (in April 2024) of the German firm Noerr’s offices in Bratislava, Bucharest and Prague, as part of a non-exclusive arrangement, the team is headed by Gábor Gelencsér, who brings over two decades of experience to domestic and multi-jurisdictional M&A. Other key figures include senior counsel Ákos Nagy; capital markets specialist Áron Barta; Kármen Csenge Koller, who brings experience in negotiating sale and purchase agreements; and Bianka Kovács, who provides expertise in acquisitions and corporate maintenance. Former co-head Annamária Csenterics departed in December 2024.

The corporate and M&A practice at CMS remains a market leader, harnessing the bench strength of a global network of 80 offices in 45 countries to advise financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates involved in high-value, cross-border transactions. With a client base spanning sectors ranging from energy, retail and media to manufacturing and telecoms, the team is led by Anikó Kircsi, who draws on extensive experience in M&A and private equity matters. Other key figures include Éva Talmácsi, a specialist in energy and TMT transactions; Andreas Köhler, who handles investments, divestments and restructurings; Eszter Török, who brings strength to corporate governance matters; Zoltán Poronyi, who draws on over two decades of experience in the practice area; Péter Tóth, who handles complex due diligences; and Szilvia Kabács, who manages consumer products, IT and telecoms mandates. Szabina Marsi and Orsolya Pass are also of note.

Dentons remains a powerhouse in the marketplace, pairing the bench strength of its global network (over 160 locations in over 80 countries worldwide) with the expertise of its team to advise financial institutions and domestic and international corporates on high-value, multi-jurisdictional matters. Displaying particular strength in energy and healthcare, the practice’s robust client roster spans sectors ranging from manufacturing, software and real estate to tech, IT and chemicals. The team is headed by M&A experts Rob Irving, who brings extensive private equity experience, and Anita Horváth, who specialises in energy mandates. Other key figures include  equity specialists Kamran Pirani, Sebastian Ishiguroa and János Csáki; and Frantisek Ordódy. Ákos Mátés-Lányi departed the firm in January 2025.

Backed by a network of over 40 locations spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia Pacific, DLA Piper Posztl, Nemescsói, Györfi-Tóth and Partners Law Firm remains a market leader, leveraging the bench strength of its team and coordinating with firm’s tax group to provide a comprehensive service to financial institutions and domestic and international corporates involved in complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions. With a client base spanning such sectors as life sciences, real estate and tech, the practice is headed by energy sector specialist András Posztl and Gábor Molnár, who brings expertise to M&A, restructurings, privatisations and distressed transactions. Other figures of note include Péter Szajlai, who leads the firm’s international reorganisation practice; key support is provided by Eszter Fodor, who draws on a banking and finance skill set; András Orbán, who utilises experience in public M&A matters; and Tamás Szkiba and Gergő Kóródi.

Powered by the bench strength of the Baker McKenzie global network (74 offices across 45 countries), Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law remains a leader in the practice space, assisting domestic and multinational corporates involved in high-value, cross-border M&A and reorganisations, carve-outs and spin-off projections. The firm’s client roster spans sectors ranging from energy, IT and agriculture to media, hospitality and tech. The group is led by Ákos Fehérváry, an expert in M&A and employment law. Former team co-head Ines Radmilovic was promoted to senior counsel in July 2024 and advises on tech acquisitions and reorganisations. Other key figures include energy sector specialist Dániel Orosz and Ferenc Dávid, who handles M&A automotive, pharma and tech matters.

Lakatos, Köves and Partners continues to be a force in the marketplace, leveraging the experience of its team to advise financial institutions, domestic businesses and major multi-national corporates (including Vodafone) on high-value, cross-border transactions. With a client roster spanning such sectors as life sciences, energy, telecoms and the automotive industry, the practice’s full offering covers matters ranging from multi-jurisdictional M&A, restructurings and insolvencies to greenfield projects, corporate governance and regulatory compliance. The group is led by Iván Sólyom, an expert in M&A and competition law; Ádám Máttyus, who brings strength to compliance and energy-related mandates; and Richard Lock, who assists with a wide range of investment transactions. Key names include real estate sector specialist Viktória Szilágyi; and Pál Rahóty, who provides regulatory finance experience. Kornél Dirner and Nóra Szigeti are other names to note.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Oppenheim Ugyvedi Iroda remains a leader in the marketplace, harnessing the experience of its team to advise insurers, financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates with high-value, cross-borders transactions, specialising in such areas as energy, IT, manufacturing, financial services, media and private equity and venture capital. The team is headed by József Bulcsú Fenyvesi, an expert in energy, manufacturing and insurance matters. Former practice head Mihály Barcza brings strength to assisting financial institutions and saving funds. Attila Terényi provides expertise in the IT sector. Other key names include Ágnes Száz, who applies over 20 years in practice to insurance and financial services mandates; Gábor Kordoványi , who handles due diligence processes; Barna Fazekas and Zoltán Kolodzey, who assist with complex M&A and restructurings; and Lilla Sáry-Keresztes.

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda remains a key port of call for corporate and M&A matters, leveraging the bench strength of its team to advise insurers, financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates involved in complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions. The group’s active client base spans sectors ranging from tech, food and beverages, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, telecoms and textiles. The practice is headed by Kinga Hetényi, who brings expertise to M&A, corporate restructurings and greenfield investments. Key support is provided by Adrián Menczelesz, a specialist in real estate matters; Zsófia Rideg and Noémi Suller, who excel in reorganisations; and Éva Mester, who joined the firm in May 2024.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Siegler Bird & Bird Ügyvédi Iroda remains a leader in the practice area, assisting financial institutions, private equity firms and domestic and multinational businesses in such areas as TMT, pharmaceuticals, software and energy with complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions. The practice is headed by Pál Szabó, who brings over 20 years’ experience to a wide range of M&A, private equity/venture capital and corporate mandates. Other key names include CEE regional partner David Dederick, who, in addition to M&A, specialises in private equity matters; Dária Szabó, who displays particular skill in the real estate sector; and Barnabás Simon.

Powered by the May 2024 merger of Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling, the commercial, corporate and M&A team at A&O Shearman bring strength to advising financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates involved in high-value, multi-jurisdictional transactions. The practice’s robust client roster spans such areas as energy, real estate, manufacturing, food and beverages, IT, retail and chemicals. The team is led by Balázs Sahin-Tóth, who has extensive experience in M&A and real estate and employment matters. Key support is provided by Daniel Racz, who handles complex reorganisations and restructuring procedures and Judit Ban, who in addition to M&A, specialises in foreign direct investment mandates.

Specialists in M&A, the team at Forgó, Damjanovic & Partners Law Firm delivers expertise in advising insurers, financial institutions and major multinational corporates (such as Cargill) across such sectors as energy, agriculture, healthcare, construction, TMT, logistics, telecoms, food and pharmaceuticals involved in high-value, cross-border transactions. The practice is headed by managing partners Zoltán Forgó, who brings over 25 years of experience, and transactional expert Gábor Damjanovic, and who displays particular knowledge of gaming/gambling industry matters. Zsófia Füzi is notably skilled in due diligence processes.

Partos & Noblet in co-operation with Hogan Lovells International LLP channels the expertise of its corporate, commercial and M&A team, to advise financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates involved in complex, cross-border transactions. With an active client base spanning such sectors as retail, energy, biotech, transport, media and real estate, the practice’s full offering covers matters ranging from M&A, restructurings and joint ventures to corporate governance and regulatory compliance. The team is led by László Partos; multi-jurisdictional M&A expert Christopher Noblet; private equity transaction specialist Sándor Békési; and Ákos Kovách, who brings strength to structuring investments and divestments. Key support is provided by Gábor Kószó, who is skilled in regulatory issues.

The experienced team at independent law firm Szecskay Attorneys at Law brings strength to advising insurers and multinational corporates in such sectors as energy, pharmaceuticals, retail, real estate and engineering, on matters ranging from M&A, joint ventures and takeover defence to corporate governance, regulatory compliance and related competition law matters. The team is headed by M&A expert Orsolya Görgényi and Sándor Németh, who handles complex matters in the biotech sector. Other key figures include Judit Budai, who specialises in advising domestic start-ups; Adrienn Tar, who draws on experience in employment law; and Bence Molnár, who provides extensive expertise in capital market transactions.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at VJT & Partners coordinates with its data protection and IP, competition and employment practices to provide a comprehensive service to insurers, financial institutions and international corporates on day-to-day matters, cross-border M&A, joint ventures, restructurings, private equity and venture capital transactions. The group's robust client roster spans such sectors as apparel, IT, food and beverages, healthcare, electronics, biotech, education, energy and e-commerce. The team is led by M&A experts János Tamás Varga, who brings over 25 years of experience in the practice space, and András Lovretity, who specialises in contentious corporate matters. Key support on acquisitions, corporate restructurings and investments, is provided by Nándor Beck.

With locations spanning the CEE and SEE regions, the commercial, corporate and M&A team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda advises insurers, financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates on day-to-day matters, and in high-value, cross-border transactions. With a client base spanning such sectors as energy, aviation, pharmaceuticals, infrastructure, tech, healthcare, media and chemicals, the firm’s full offering covers M&A, restructurings, complex due diligence matters, regulatory compliance and related tax matters. The practice is headed by experienced M&A specialist János Tóth. Other key figures include Péter Ihász and Zoltán Bódog, who bring strength to real estate transactions, and Kinga Kajcsos, who provides key support on joint ventures and private equity transactions.

Bolstered by the June 2024 merger of the former Noerr Budapest team with Szopkone dr. Horvath Law Firm, WTS Legal brings strength to advising start-ups and domestic and multinational corporates on day-to-day matter, and on complex, cross-border transactions. With an active client base (which includes global names Mercedes-Benz and thyssenkrupp) spanning such sectors as automotive, logistics, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, transportation, aviation and engineering, the practice’s full offering covers matters ranging from M&A, joint ventures and restructurings to company formations, divestitures and regulatory compliance. The team is jointly headed by managing partner Zoltán Nádasdy and Eszter Sieber-Fazakas, both experts in multi-jurisdictional M&A. Other key names include Eszter Hegedűs, who provides expertise in daily corporate operations, and Ivett Szauftman, who specialises in real estate matters.

CERHA HEMPEL Dezso & Partners leverages the bench strength of its commercial, corporate and M&A team to advise domestic and multinational corporates in construction, real estate, energy and manufacturing on matters ranging from cross-border M&A, regulatory compliance, due diligence and related competition law matters. The practice is headed by M&A expert Andrea Presser, who specialises in establishments and restructurings. Other key figures include András Kauten, who manages due diligence exercises and closing processes, and Gábor Márky, who joined in June 2024, and who provides expertise in M&A and regulatory compliance. Former co-head Zita Albert departed in June 2024.

The commercial, corporate and M&A at Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm advises financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates in such areas as logistics, retail, healthcare and energy over the course of the lifecycle of complex, border transactions. The practice’s full offering covers M&A, share deals, business transfers, restructurings and joint ventures. Managing partner Péter Göndöcz leads the team, bringing over 20 years of experience. Other figures of note include Ákos Szauter, who advises private equity and venture capital funds domiciled in Hungary and in the EU; Márk Chiovini, who specialises in M&A, joint ventures and legal due diligence processes; and Albert Fábián and Máté Fekete, who provide expertise in in real estate matters.

The corporate and M&A team at Jalsovszky takes a multidisciplinary approach to advising domestic and international corporates involved in complex, cross-border transactions, providing related support in the areas of labour law, real estate and IP. With a broad client base spanning such sectors as tech, healthcare, manufacturing, aviation and food and beverages, the firm's full offering covers day-to-day operations, M&A, restructurings, due diligence and regulatory compliance. The practice is headed by Ágnes Bejó, who brings expertise to M&A, private equity transactions, joint ventures and employment matters. Key M&A support is provided by Gábor Kerekes, who specialises in venture capital transactions and IP mandates, and Dóra Ágnes Nagy, who handles clients' day-to-day employment activities.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Kapolyi Law Firm specialises in advising Hungarian and international SMEs, listed companies, large enterprises, listed companies, credit institutions and investment fund and firms, on a wide range of mandates across the practice area. With an active client base spanning the automotive, food and beverages and IT areas, the firm displays particular strength in the energy space. The practice's full offering covers matters ranging from cross-border M&A, joint ventures and takeovers to restructurings, complex due diligence processes and corporate governance. June 2024 saw the arrival of new practice head Máté Hájas, who joined from DLA Piper, and who brings expertise to corporate restructurings, mergers and demergers. Key support is provided by Vivien Szekeres-Benczik, who brings experience to cross-border mergers, transformations in the context of an IPO and bank formations.

The team at KPMG Legal Tóásó Law Firm advises insurers, financial institutions and domestic and international corporates involved in day-to-day matters and multi-jurisdictional transactions. The practice’s full offering covers matters ranging from M&A, restructurings and licensing to corporate governance, regulatory compliance and complex due diligence procedures. The firm’s client base spans such sectors as IT, manufacturing, food, pharmaceuticals, logistics, gaming, automobiles and retail. The team is headed by Bálint Tóásó, who brings expertise to M&A, compliance and data protection; and Gergő Szalai-Bordás, who pairs transactional strength with a finance skillset. Tamás Vágner and Nóra Demeter are also of note.

Nagy és Trócsányi Ügyvédi Iroda leverages the experience of its team to provide a comprehensive range of services to financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates, ranging from cross-border M&A, restructuring and due diligence to corporate governance, licensing and litigation. The firm’s active client base spans such sectors as energy, electronics, consumer goods, real estate, automobiles, healthcare and tourism. The team is headed by Ildikó Varga, an expert in M&A and structuring foreign direct investments. Other key figures include Balázs Karsai, who brings strength to work with banks, and in the energy sector; and Vivien Ágics, a specialist in economic and civil law matters, such as company law, bankruptcy and liquidation matters.

The corporate and M&A team at Szabó Kelemen & Partners Andersen Attorneys bring expertise to advising a robust client base of insurers, financial institutions and domestic and multinational businesses across such sectors as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, tech, engineering, real estate and healthcare, on high-value, cross-border transactions. The practice’s full offering covers matters ranging from M&A, restructurings and joint ventures to tax law, corporate governance and antitrust matters. The team is led by Laszlo Andras Kelemen, who specialises in M&A and the establishment of Hungarian companies and business centres. Other key figures include Levente Kálmán, who manages large-scale commercial real property acquisitions and developments, and Balázs Dominek, who handles M&A transactions for both vendors and purchasers local and overseas.

The team at Taylor Wessing Hungary harnesses the experience of its team to advise domestic and multinationals corporates involved in wide range of matters across the practice area, ranging from cross-border M&A, restructurings, joint ventures and market expansion to share purchase agreements, regulatory compliance and due diligence. With an active client roster spanning such sectors as software, manufacturing, tech, telecoms and e-commerce, the practice is led by Torsten Braner, a specialist in M&A and commercial transactions. Key support is provided by Petra Knall, who brings strength to transactional and day-to-day matters, including corporate governance, contract negotiation and risk management; and Gábor Helembai, who counsels on complex regulatory requirements. Ákos Mátés-Lányi joined from Dentons in January 2025.

The corporate and M&A practice group at CLV Partners - Csabai & Partners Law Firm takes a multidisciplinary approach to daily operations, registrations, compliance and M&A matters, leveraging the experience of its team to provide domestic and multinational corporates with services in such related areas as tax, accounting, employment, data protection and competition. With a client roster spanning sectors ranging from HR services and food to pharmaceuticals and tech, the practice is headed by Anna Katalin Papp, a specialist in M&A, employment and data protection. Key transactional support is provided by Barbara Seregély.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Gárdos Mosonyi Tomori Law Office advises insurers, clients in the venture capital and private equity spaces, and domestic and multinational corporates in sectors ranging from energy and software to packaging and tech, on day-to-day corporate operations and such matters as M&A, corporate governance and regulatory compliance, market entry and merger clearance control procedures. The practice is headed by Dániel Szabó, who specialises in assisting asset managers with investment contractual frameworks and related corporate governance tasks, and Beatrix Berkes, who brings expertise to the establishment of investment firms and licensing processes.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at KCG Partners Law Firm brings strength to advising financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates (including LEGO), across such sectors as manufacturing, education, construction, agriculture, sports and electronics, on day-to-day matters and cross-border M&A. The group, which displays particular strength in tax restructurings, is headed by Eszter Kamocsay-Berta, who specialises in M&A and construction and energy matters, and Gabriella Gálik, who provides expertise in mandates involving compliance, corporate governance and corporate restructurings. Rita Párkányi specialises in due diligence and the establishment of private companies.

The team at Réti, Várszegi and Partners PwC Legal advises financial institutions and domestic and multinational corporates on M&A, restructurings, company transformations, due diligence and daily corporate matters. The practice’s active client base spans sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals, transport and retail to media, forestry and food and beverages. The group is led by six partners: Zoltán Várszegi, Tibor Szabó, Dóra Horváth, Dániel Kelemen, Eszter Gally and Péter Zalai. Várszegi and Horváth specialises in the establishment of Hungarian subsidiaries. Kelemen manages cross-border restructurings and mergers. Dalma Dudás and János Faragó are also key names to note.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Sándor Szegedi Szent-Ivány Komáromi Eversheds Sutherland draws on the experience of its team to advise financial institutions, domestic and international corporates on day-to-day operations, cross-border M&A, restructurings, joint ventures and market entry. The firm's active client roster (which includes household names Red Bull, Avis and American Express), spans sectors ranging from beverages, apparel, retail and manufacturing to IT, tech and medical devices. The practice is led by M&A specialists Ágnes Szent-Ivány and Ildikó Szegedi, with key support provided by Gréta Zanócz, who handles complex due diligence procedures.

The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Vámosi-Nagy Ernst & Young Law Office takes a multidisciplinary approach, coordinating with the firm’s tax and finance practices to advise multinational corporates on day-to-day matters and multi-jurisdictional transactions. The group’s active client base spans such sectors as agriculture, chemicals, manufacturing, retail, utilities and building materials. Iván Sefer heads the team, and provides extensive experience in M&A, restructurings, licensing and divestments. Other key figures include Péter Csonga, who specialises in regulated industry matters, and Dénes Csoba, who brings strength to daily corporate operations.