Established in 2023 and led by Peter Makýš, Ments attorneys handle a range of employment matters, including day-to-day advice, terminations and employment matters that emerge from transactions.
Employment in Slovakia
Ments attorneys
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LYNX
With clients noting the teams ‘solid expertise’, LYNX is a key contact in the Slovakian market for an array of employment-related matters, dealing with large collective bargaining disputes, trade unions, wrongful terminations and providing advice to Slovakia's most prominent employers. Zuzana Chudáčková co-leads the practice, with proficiency in tax-related matters, supported by Marek Laca, who offers expertise in immigration law, dismissals and contracts. Other key names include Katarína Babiaková.
Praxisleiter:
Zuzana Chudáčková; Marek Laca
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Katarína Babiaková
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‘The bnt team is characterised by high professionalism and reliability. We have been working together in the field of labour law for more than 9 years. Every topic we requested was processed on time and correctly.’
‘We most often cooperate with Zuzana Chudáčková and Katarína Babiaková. Every topic they dealt with was processed to our satisfaction. It is obvious that they have a high level of professional knowledge and can always provide us not only with the required information, but also with a different view of the topic being processed.’
‘The team is distinguished by its solid expertise in employment law and its ability to provide clear, practical advice. Their collaborative approach and focus on understanding client needs make them a reliable choice for navigating complex matters.’
Kernmandanten
MAN Components s.r.o.
Lidl Slovakia
BLUEPRINT POWER a BP company
Orange Slovensko
Fresenius Medical Care Group
tesa tape
Kongsberg Automotive
KROMBERG & Schubert
OBI Slovakia
Webasto group
Plastic Omnium Auto Exteriors
Eurotalc
FRUTREE
TeamWork Services Slovakia s.r.o.
VTG Rail Logistics & VTG AG (Retrack Slovensko, Želos)
msg life Slovakia
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- Supported Orange Slovensko in a highly complex collective bargaining dispute spanning multiple court instances, including the Slovak Constitutional Court, involving two trade unions and a contested arbitrator appointment.
- Representing Lidl Slovakia, in various court proceedings, mostly claims for wrongful termination of employment.
- Advised the Slovak affiliate of a global energy tech group on NIS 2 classification, highlighting its exclusive service to a U.S. parent and standalone IT setup.
Čechová & Partners
Čechová & Partners remains a first port of call for Slovakian and international clients, for an array of employment-related matters, regularly handling employment terminations, HR issues, litigations, for clients in industries ranging from IT to pharma. Head of employment practice Tomáš Rybár is praised for his ‘deep expertise’ in complex employment matters, and is supported by Lenka Šubeníková, who is adept in handling the employment side of M&A transactions. The ‘outstanding’ Peter Fedor is also a name to note.
Praxisleiter:
Tomáš Rybár
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Peter Fedor; Lenka Šubeníková
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‘What makes this practice unique is its deep understanding of employment law, combined with a practical and solution-oriented approach. The team is highly responsive, knowledgeable, and collaborative. Potential clients would appreciate their ability to navigate complex HR challenges with clarity and precision. Čechová & Partners stands out for its client-centric mindset, transparent communication, and efficiency in handling matters.’
‘Peter Fedor has been my main point of contact, and I’ve found him to be exceptionally helpful, professional, and insightful. His ability to understand the nuances of our HR needs and provide tailored advice is what sets him apart. He is approachable, thorough, and always willing to go the extra mile. These qualities have made our collaboration smooth and productive. Other team members I’ve interacted with have also demonstrated strong legal acumen, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in supporting their clients.’
‘We have been cooperating with Čechová & Partners for 19 years, and our long-term relationship reflects the exceptional professionalism, consistency, and reliability of their practice. What makes the team truly unique is their deep understanding of both Slovak and international business environments, combined with a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset. They are highly responsive, well-coordinated, and capable of handling complex cross-border matters with confidence and precision. The firm provides advice that is not only legally sound but also commercially practical, which is particularly valuable for an international manufacturing group like ours.‘
Kernmandanten
Lenovo
Crown Packaging/Crown Bevcan
Merck Sharp & Dohme
LEDVANCE
Hengstler
GlobalLogic
Globalization Partners
Axxence Slovakia
Organon
Bluefin Payment Systems
AFS Visicom
ABB Solutions Slovakia
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- Providing Lenovo with legal advice in all areas of employment and labour law, including the preparation of documentation, organisational changes and reorganisation, termination of employment, disputes, complaints handling, litigation, international assignments, protection of privacy and personal data, labour inspections, etc.
- Providing Crown Packaging/Crown Bevcan with comprehensive legal advice in the field of employment and labour law, including advice in trade union relations, on disciplinary employment proceedings, termination of employment, litigation, cases of out-of-court settlement with former employees, preparation of standard documentation, internal guidelines, planning work changes or adjustments working time and the protection of personal data.
- Providing legal support to GlobalLogic’s operations in Slovakia related to various employment law matters (including contracts, revision of internal policies, assistance in specific employment cases, labour inspectorate assistance, employment termination cases, etc.), privacy law (assistance related to GDPR and local data protection requirements), employee relations, etc.
Dentons
Dentons stands out in the Slovakian market for representing individuals in high-profile employment matters, as well as wrongful terminations, dismissals, whistleblower claims and day-to-day advice for companies spanning industries including IT, pharma and real estate. Practice head Stanislav Ďurica advises domestic and international clients in the full spectrum of employment law and is supported by Tatiana Jevčáková, who regularly handles negotiating, drafting and preparation of contracts and Katarína Pecnová, who is adept in handling TUPE transfers and employment aspects of transactions. Other key names include; Soňa Beňo (neé Kurillová) and Nikola Salvová.
Praxisleiter:
Stanislav Ďurica
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tatiana Jevčáková; Katarína Pecnová; Soňa Beňo (neé Kurillová); Nikola Salvová
Kernmandanten
3M Company
Erni (Slovakia)
A3 Soft
Koránová Mária
Takeda
Valeo
Goldbeck
CBRE
Mária Bieliková
Union poisťovňa
Honeywell
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- Representing Maria Bielikova – a Slovak IT and AI professor, former dean of the Faculty of Informatics and Information Technologies of the University of Technology in Bratislava – in the unfair dismissal case against her former employer.
- Advising four clients, represented by the trade union UniJa, all employees of Centrum sociálnych služieb (CSS) Domov Javorina, on protection against alleged wrongful termination of employment by their employer.
- Representing client in an unfair dismissal case with the Slovak Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Kinstellar
Kinstellar provide companies in an array of industries, including the automotive, manufacturing and TMT sectors in matters involving restructurings, terminations, and negotiations with trade unions. The firm benefit from collaboration with the white-collar crime department. The firm recently benefitted from the arrival of Pavol Rak, who heads the practice, supported by Roman Oleksik, who co-heads the white collar practice. Another key name is Matúš Kočíšek, who is noted by clients as being a ‘great advisor’.
Praxisleiter:
Pavol Rak
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Roman Oleksik; Matúš Kočíšek
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‘Highly professional approach, prompt responses. Always a clear stance on a given problem with all possible alternatives.‘
‘We are working directly with Matus Kocisek (senior associate). We appreciate a lot of his professional and human approach even in the difficult situations. He always meets deadlines and provides comprehensive advice/solutions to every problem/question we have. It makes our work much easier and eliminates stress when we know that we will receive a complete answer, bilingually prepared documents.’
‘The team provides and proactive, client-oriented service tailored to fit the individual business-related aspects of the client. They provide not only raw legal analyses, but understand their client’s needs and goals and engineer innovative, yet grounded and easily understandable solutions to complex legal issues, often in multiple variants.’
Kernmandanten
Volkswagen Slovakia
Západoslovenská energetika
Process Automation Solutions
Vinci Concessions
Scheidt & Bachmann Slovensko
Premier Research Group
The Capital Markets Company (CAPCO)
Boehringer Ingelheim
Inteva Products
Deutsche Telekom System Solutions
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- Advising Volkswagen Slovakia on various employment-related matters, including employment-related litigation, accidents at work, flexible working time models and most notably during a collective bargaining process which will lead to the conclusion of the 3-year collective agreement.
- Advising Process Automation Solutions, an independent provider of complete automation solutions for the automotive, process, and manufacturing industries on posting the employees to EU countries, employment of foreigners in Slovakia, preparation of the new internal policies, update of data privacy policy as well as analysis of proper engagement model for external contractors including preparing of contractual documentation.
- Advising VINCI Concession and its local subsidiaries VIA PRIBINA and VIA PRIBINA OPERATIONS on a number of employment matters, such as individual employment dismissals, secondment of employees located within EU into Slovakia, analysis of proper engagement model for external contractors, including the preparation of contractual documentation, as well as designing a multi-jurisdictional engagement setup for members of top management.
NITSCHNEIDER & PARTNERS
NITSCHNEIDER & PARTNERS maintains a strong position in the employment space, handling the full range of employment and labour-related matters. Practice strengths include advisory work in a range of industries, notably in the manufacturing and tech sectors regarding discrimination claims and wage compensations. Dušan Nitschneider, who spearheads the practice, offers a wealth of experience and acts as the Vice-Chair of EELA. The practice is further supported by Danica Valentová, a key member of the team, providing the firm with in-depth knowledge of labour disputes, harassment and internal investigations.
Praxisleiter:
Dušan Nitschneider; Danica Černá Valentová
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‘The team possesses deep expertise, a collaborative spirit and the ability to deliver innovative, practical solutions tailored to the client’s needs.’
‘Dušan Nitschneider shows exceptional professionalism, deep knowledge and a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.’
‘Dušan Nitschneider is a well-recognised international employment lawyer. He is considered by international peers as a reliable and mature partner. Dušan works for international clients with success and has built the firm around his personal charisma and knowledge.’
Kernmandanten
IKEA Bratislava, s.r.o.
ING Hubs B.V., organizačná zložka Slovensko
DATALOGIC SLOVAKIA, s.r.o.
LOWA PRODUCTION s. r. o.
Webglobe, a.s.
Epic Games Slovakia s.r.o.
STRABAG s.r.o.
Continental Tires Slovakia, s.r.o.
Red Riding Hood Games s. r. o.
P3 Logistic Parks Slovakia s. r. o.
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- Providing IKEA Bratislava, s.r.o., a company from multinational group designing and selling ready-to-assemble furniture and home accessories, with comprehensive employment advice.
- Advised Epic Games Slovakia s.r.o., the US-based multinational company, on a wide range of employment and compliance issues as part of its local implementation of a global restructuring initiative.
- Provided comprehensive employment law advice to ING Hubs B.V., organizačná zložka Slovensko, supporting its day-to-day HR operations, compliance efforts, and internal restructuring.
Taylor Wessing Slovakia
Taylor Wessing Slovakia‘s specialised employment, pension and mobility team provides clients with a wide range of services, including litigation, structuring and regularly deal with wrongful and mass dismissals, terminations and document drafting and negotiating. The firm also has notable capability in cross-border employment matters, regularly dealing with immigration and international clients. Radovan Pala co-heads the firm and has a wealth of expertise in litigation, as well as being a key contact in the industry for employment legislation and policies. Other names to note include Andrea Čupeľová, who is adept in handling trade union and collective bargaining matters, and Radoslava Lichnovská, who handles a full range of employment matters.
Praxisleiter:
Radavon Pala; Radoslava Lichnovská
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andrea Čupeľová
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‘Strengths and key capabilities: flexibility, responsibility, knowledge, generally good cooperation.’
‘Andrea Čupeľová: humane and patient approach, and flexibility in decision-making.’
‘Taylor Wessing’s employment law team stands out for his high-level specialisation and provides tailor-made legal advice to the clients. Their exceptional responsiveness and proactive approach ensure the timely and efficient delivery of legal advice. Backed by internationally connected, yet locally savvy attorneys-at-law, the team earns top rankings and regularly handles both sensitive disputes and complex reorganisations or transfers.’
Kernmandanten
Satys Air Livery Ltd.
dm drogerie markt, s.r.o.
SENSONEO j. s. a.
Procure Analytics
Viktor Vincze
DBI Global Supply Chain Slovakia, a. s.
Dopravný podnik Bratislava, akciová spoločnosť
Reporters of Slovak national broadcasting company (Matúš Dávid, Jana Alexová, Matúš Baňovič and Kristián Čekovský)
BRANTNER TRANSPORTS SLOVAKIA s.r.o.
C&A Logistics Nove Mesto s.r.o.
Prvá stavebná sporiteľňa, a. s.
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- Advised SENSONEO j. s. a., on structuring relationships with service providers to minimise the risk of false self-employment, offering comprehensive guidance on worker classification, contract reviews, and compliance with evolving employment laws.
- Providing PORFIX – pórobetón, a.s., a Slovak manufacturer of aerated concrete blocks, strategic advice regarding the optimisation of their remuneration system.
- Represented former reporters of a Slovak broadcaster (RTVS) Matúš Dávid, Jana Alexová, Matúš Baňovič, and Kristián Čekovský in a wrongful dismissal case.
A&O Shearman
A&O Shearman cover an array of employment matters, typically on the employer side, in matters often pertaining to employee terminations, trade unions, whistleblower accusations and employment advice emerging from transactions. At the forefront of the practice, Tomáš Búry leads on the team's most prominent deals, supported by Michaela Némethova, who displays proficiency in dealing with employment aspects of high-value and cross-border transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Tomáš Búry
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Michaela Némethova
Kernmandanten
Deutsche Telekom
FM Insurance Europe S.A.
Hydro Rein
Mr. Tomáš Bálint
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CMS
CMS remains a contact in the Slovakian market for an array of employment matters. The team is adept in handling employee dismissals, whistleblowers, as well as day-to-day advice for international and domestic companies. The team is co-headed by Juraj Fuska, who offers expertise in employment issues emerging from transactions; Natália Jánošková, who is adept in handling multi-jurisdictional employment matters; and Pavol Kundrik.
Praxisleiter:
Juraj Fuska; Natália Jánošková; Pavol Kundrik
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‘What really stands out to me is the fast and smooth collaboration. The team is incredibly responsive, always providing prompt answers and updates, which makes the entire process seamless and stress-free.’
Kernmandanten
Panattoni
Visteon Electronics Slovakia s. r. o.
Saba Parking SK
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Deloitte Legal s. r. o.
Deloitte Legal s. r. o.'s well-established client base in the employment sector includes names such as Google and Nestle, with clients praising the team for its ‘high level of proactivity, collaboration, and strategic insight’. The team have strong credentials in the employment space, bringing strength to employee compensations cases, contractual work, terminations and HR policy implementation. Dagmar Yoder leads the team, displaying expertise in transactional and restructuring matters. Róbert Minachin leads the employment and immigration team, frequently advising expatriates. The firm further benefits from individuals such as Veronika Patúšová and Boglárka Nagyová.
Praxisleiter:
Dagmar Yoder; Róbert Minachin
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Veronika Patúšová; Boglárka Nagyová
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‘The team demonstrates strong client engagement and excellent communication. They are diligent in monitoring deadlines and consistently go beyond expectations in keeping clients informed about case progress. Their forward-thinking approach and ability to anticipate client needs set them apart. Compared to other firms, the team shows a high level of proactivity, collaboration, and strategic insight, which clients clearly value.’
‘The individuals we work with stand out for their professionalism, responsiveness, and strong commercial awareness. They combine deep technical expertise with excellent communication skills, ensuring clarity and confidence at every stage of the process. What truly differentiates them is their proactive mindset — they anticipate challenges and propose practical, business-oriented solutions. We particularly value their reliability, teamwork, and commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality advice.’
‘They are supporting and flexible. Have common approach and style.’
Kernmandanten
LANXESS Central Eastern Europe s.r.o.
Wolt Slovensko s. r. o.
Metso Outotec Czech Republic s.r.o.
Dith Poland Sp. Z O.o.
Solar Turbines Slovakia s.r.o.
Google LLC
Intesa Sanpaolo
CTP Group
ABB, s.r.o.
DEICHMANN-OBUV SK s.r.o.
Nestlé Slovensko s.r.o.
Roche Slovensko, s.r.o.
KK Wind Solutions Polska Sp. z o.o.
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- Advised LANXESS Central Eastern Europe s.r.o. on a range of employment law matters, including structuring of bonus schemes, changes in job roles, and the lawful termination of employment relationships.
- Advised the Client on the legal structuring of employee assignments between affiliated entities in Germany and Slovakia, by preparing key legal documents essential for a compliant and efficient cross-border employment setup.”
- Supported Nestlé with comprehensive immigration legal services to secure the continued lawful residence of a key foreign employee in Slovakia.”
G. Lehnert s.r.o.
Praised by clients for ‘extensive experience across the entire field of employment law’ G. Lehnert s.r.o. is a reference in the Slovakian market for an array of employment matters involving contractual work, terminations and litigation. The team have handled major disputes in the manufacturing and tech industry. Leading the contract and negotiation team, Tomáš Luščoň provides clients with services in employment contracts, labour relations and disputes. Zuzana Lenzová is another key name, handling a combination of employment, data protection and compliance matters.
Praxisleiter:
Tomáš Luščoň
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Zuzana Lenzová
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‘Professional approach to the client, high level of expertise, always finding the right solution, tailored to the clients‘ needs.’
‘Always pleasure to meet the team, from both a professional and personal point of view, especially leading management.’
‘I value their extensive experience across the entire field of employment law, including successful litigation in cases where the employer is in a highly disadvantageous position, even when legally in the right. Their perseverance, strong argumentation skills, and exceptional expertise are what I appreciate the most.’
Kernmandanten
St. Nicolaus Group a.s.
Railtrans International a.s.
SWS spol. s r.o.
AZC Services a.s.
MEDIS NITRA spol. s r.o.
FINSERVISTAX s.r.o.
AZC a.s.
St. NICOLAUS a.s.
CROMWELL a.s.
Ista Slovakia s.r.o.
Tatra Billing a.s.
Poľnohospodárske družstvo v Jurovej
Torreol s.r.o.
ALAGENEX Life s.r.o.
GENERAL PLASTIC a.s.
ColosseoEAS a.s.
NYMWAG CS a.s.
INTERAGROS a.s.
Vistra Corporate Services s.r.o.
BUDIŠ a.s.
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- Advised a technology and digital solutions provider on highly sensitive employment law matters related to the departure of a senior executive and subsequent misuse of corporate know-how.
- Provided strategic employment law services to a railway rolling stock manufacturer during a workforce restructuring project affecting multiple operational sites.
- Successfully represented a leading industrial manufacturing company in a employment dispute concerning the immediate termination of a top-level manager.
Glatzová & Co., s. r. o.
Glatzová & Co., s. r. o. advise local and international clients, notably from the Czech Republic, on a wide range of employment matters. The team regularly handle contractual work, employee documentation, HR policies and advise companies on Slovak labour law. Veronika Pázmányová leads the Bratislava team, offering a wealth of experience in employment law, and is supported by Jiří Sixta, who splits his time between the Prague office, where he is head of employment, and the Bratislava office. Other key names include Miroslav Ondáš.
Praxisleiter:
Veronika Pázmányová
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Jiří Sixta; Miroslav Ondáš
Kernmandanten
Mazda Motor Slovakia, s. r. o.
Dentsu Slovakia, s.r.o.
Vention Group
Natuvion Slovakias. r. o.
Auria Solutions Slovakia s. r. o.
Torsus Slovakia s.r.o.
ADDINOL Czech Republic s.r.o., organizačná zložka Slovensko
IRIS Human Resources Consulting
Spaceti s.r.o.
Crayon Czech Republic and Slovakia s.r.o.
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- Advised the Slovak arm of a global logistics group on the planned transfer of more than 500 employees from an outgoing supplier to a new provider following a contract takeover.
- Provide end‑to‑end employment‑law support to a Auria Solutions, a provider of automotive acoustic and textile solutions.
- Deliver ongoing employment law support to Torsus, an international maker of special‑purpose vehicles.
PETERKA & PARTNERS
PETERKA & PARTNERS is praised by clients for being an ‘invaluable partner’ with employment-related advice. The team regularly handle matters involving day-to-day advice, employment documentation, and the transfer of employees for local and international companies. Jan Makara leads the practice, along with Kristina Cermakova, who offers a wealth of knowledge in collective bargaining, and HR advice. Kristina Nankova, who leads the compliance and regulatory group, is also of note.
Praxisleiter:
Lubomir Lesko; Kristina Cermakova; Jan Makara
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‘I worked in majority of cases with Jan Makara and Kristina Cermakova. They reacted immediately when we needed, described all the risks and were able to prepare us for all situations.‘
‘I would definitely include the speed of feedback among the strengths. Responses are fast, prompt and with precise information, or instructions.‘
‘I value the professionalism of the individual team members, their willingness and helpfulness. They are always extremely willing to solve any problems and adhere to agreed deadlines. They name any shortcomings objectively and offer solutions. They draw attention to all facts that would be relevant to our company.’
Kernmandanten
ADHEX TECHNOLOGIES
Arkance
ATLAS COPCO
BNP PARIBAS PERSONAL FINANCE SA
Constellium Automotive Žilina
French Institute in Slovakia
GMD group
Groupe Atlantic
Roffelsen Plastics Slovakia
S2E
SKF
STEEP PLAST Slovakia
Telecom Alarm
WORLD COURIER SLOVAK REPUBLIC
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- Advised Slovak subsidiaries of a Danish group involved in the production of shoes on termination of their production activities in Slovakia.
- Advising BNP PARIBAS PERSONAL FINANCE SA and its Slovak branch operating under the Cetelem trade mark, with collective redundancy, including relations with trade unions, and assistance related to the automatic transfer of employees.
- Advised Slovak subsidiary of ATLAS COPCO, an industrial group of companies headquartered in Sweden which manufactures industrial tools and equipment, in connection with various labour law matters, including the automatic transfer of employees and their integration into other group entities.
Wolf Theiss
Wolf Theiss maintains its presence in the Slovakian employment market, with clients noting the teams ‘high-level’ of expertise in the practice. The team’s caseload regularly involves negotiating collective agreements, transactional work and day-to-day advice for Fortune 500 companies, with notable clients in the tech and financial industries. At the forefront of the practice, Katarína Matulníková handles the litigation aspects of employment disputes and is chairman of the Employment and Social Affairs Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce. Dajana Csongrádyová recently joined the firm, and regularly advises international and domestic clients in employment disputes. Other key names include Marko Ernek and Jozef Virčík.
Praxisleiter:
Katarína Matulníková
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‘Team prioritises understanding of clients’ goals, leading to customised and practical advice. Their extensive network of experts enhances ability to provide comprehensive legal support across the region.’
‘Katarina Matulnikova is a remarkable attorney in the field of employment law, distinguished by her deep understanding of the complexities surrounding workplace issues. What truly sets her apart is her approachable demeanour when tackling sensitive subjects. She listens carefully and provides tailored advice with practical insights, demonstrating both legal expertise and genuine care for her clients.‘
‘The labour and employment team is headed by Katarina Matulnikova, experienced partner in this area of law and a go-to lawyer on the Slovak labour market. She is experienced not only in material aspects of legislation but also in litigation and case-law related to this field and is always up-to-date with recent judicial developments. She is also vocal and active as regards the practical needs of the businesses in the labour area and initiates reviews of upcoming bills as a public policy activity within Amcham. Her work is well-complemented by Marko Ernek. The team is diverse and well-versed in technology.’
Kernmandanten
Novo Nordisk
Západoslovenská energetika
UniCredit Bank
Fiserv
Autovista Group
RMS Košice
Nexi Central Europe
ING Bank
CRRC New Material Technologies
thyssenkrupp Materials Trading
Doka
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- Assisted UniCredit Bank in Slovakia with redrafting and renegotiating the collective agreement and the existing contractual arrangement between the trade union and UniCredit Bank in Slovakia.
- Regularly advise ING on various employment issues.
- Advising on and managing the process of intra-group cross-border spin-off of Nexi Central Europe’s Hungarian operations into a new corporation.
Beatow Partners s.r.o
Beatow Partners s.r.o's employment practice covers an array of matters, often involving employment documentation, terminations and employment matters that arise out of M&A transactions. Oliver Weber leads the team and frequently advises cross-border clients on employment matters relating to establishment of offices in Slovakia. Peter Mikletič is another key name in the practice, advising on internal regulations, dismissals for international and domestic clients.
Praxisleiter:
Oliver Weber; Peter Mikletič
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‘We have been consistently pleased with the responsiveness, professionalism, and accountability of Beatow Partners s.r.o. Their team is quick to respond to inquiries, provides clear and well-reasoned legal advice, and handles matters with a high level of integrity and competence. Their reliability and proactive approach make them a valuable partner in Slovakia.’
‘We would also like to highlight our cooperation with Oliver Weber, partner, whose courteous demeanour, prompt communication, and consistently high level of professionalism make him a pleasure to work with. He is not only highly knowledgeable and reliable but also approachable and solution-oriented, which greatly contributes to the smooth handling of even the most complex matters.’
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bpv Braun Partners s.r.o., o.z.
bpv Braun Partners s.r.o., o.z. is adept in handling a range of employment matters, including whistleblower claims, advice on internal regulations and restructurings. Based in the Czech Republic, Arthur Braun leads the team alongside Igor Augustinič, who manages the Slovak office. Other key names include Zuzana Dzilská and Monika Kardošová.
Praxisleiter:
Igor Augustinič; Arthur Braun
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‘In my view, this practice distinguishes itself through a strategic blend of deep legal expertise, client-first service, and modern innovation. It’s not just about interpreting the law—it’s about anticipating change, navigating complexity, and delivering outcomes that align with clients’ broader business and personal goals.’
Kernmandanten
SAMCO
Hornbach
Containex
ECCO
Hagleitner
KWS
Lind Mobler
Arthur Welter
Himolla
Texport
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- Advice to HORNBACH on data protection, whistleblowing issues, internal regulations and other employment issues.
- Advising SAMCO on all employment law issues following the acquisition of their Slovak operations from Austrian Airlines.
- Advising Lind Mobler in employment of third-country nationals.
Eversheds Sutherland, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o.
Eversheds Sutherland, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. is praised by clients for its ‘proactive and highly reliable’ advice. The team handle a wide array of employment-related matters, often involving terminations, internal regulations and complying with Slovak labour law to allow international clients’ entry into the market. Recently promoted to partner, Jana Sapáková heads the team, often advising on multi-jurisdictional employment mandates. Simona Makúchová is also of note.
Praxisleiter:
Jana Sapáková
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Simona Makúchová
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‘The firm stands out for its proactive and highly reliable legal support. One of the key strengths of the team is that they consistently keep us informed about relevant legal changes and updates, even without us having to ask. Their responsiveness is exceptional; we always receive timely, clear, and highly dependable answers, which we can trust 100%.‘
‘The individuals we work with distinguish themselves through their exceptional reliability, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of both the legal landscape and our company’s specific needs.’
‘We appreciate the great degree of flexibility, the effort to find a solution even in non-standard situations, and the very quick response to our suggestions.’
Kernmandanten
Unibail Rodamco
VWR (Avantor Group)
ESET, spol. s.r.o.
Form Factory Slovakia, s.r.o
JOHNSON CONTROLS INTERNATIONAL spol. s r.o.
Lindström, s.r.o.
Pierre Baguette s. r. o.
Rheem group / De Jong
TSR Slovakia
XAL group
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HAVEL & PARTNERS S.R.O., ATTORNEYS AT LAW
HAVEL & PARTNERS S.R.O., ATTORNEYS AT LAW is a contact in the Slovak market for a variety of employment matters, with strong credentials in immigration matters. The team regularly handle companies’ entry into the Slovak market, notably companies based in Germany, as well as employment documentation and terminations. The team is led by Jan Koval, who offers employment advice from matters emerging out of M&A transactions; Štěpán Štarha, who has proficiency dealing with management contracts; and Ondřej Majer, who provides full support on employment matters.
Praxisleiter:
Jan Koval; Štěpán Štarha; Ondřej Majer
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‘ Clear communication timelines a practical approach to the problems and challenges we face responding to emails promptly.’
Kernmandanten
Mueller Drogérie Slovensko s. r. o.
DECODOM, spol. s r.o.
GRAPECARE LTD., organizačná zložka
Hyundai Motor Czech s. r. o., organizačná zložka Slovakia
Medtronic Slovakia, s.r.o.
Panattoni Czech Republic Development s.r.o.
Scania Slovakia
LG Electronic
Compass Pools
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- Implementation of German employment law principles, which the parent company wished to retain as much as possible for the Slovak market, and their implementation and setting under Slovak law.
- Assisted the client in preparing new employment documentation and provided support for all events related to employment relationships.
- Advice on employment law to a provider of transportation solutions, including trucks and buses.
Hillbridges
Hillbridges is geared to support on a range of employment matters, including terminations, employment document drafting and assisting companies with entry into the Slovak market. Miroslav Trenčan heads the team, leading on the firm's most prominent transactions and matters, along with Andrej Adamčík. Another figure of note is Barbora Malík.
Praxisleiter:
Miroslav Trenčan; Andrej Adamčík
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Barbora Malík .
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‚Collaboration with the Hillbridges team is excellent. We feel that their team can support us in a broad spectrum of areas.‘
Kernmandanten
Gate 1 Travel
Slovenské elektrárne, a.s.
SmartHead Co. s.r.o.
SEC Technologies, s.r.o.
MIROVA
Grand Circle Cruise Lines
Mary Kay
Global Car Manufacturer
Global Automotive Company
NOVIS
Transpetrol
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- Advising a cosmetics company engaged in direct sale of skin and beauty cosmetics on labour-related issues, including advice on terminations resulting from the global reorganisation as well as sensitive terminations, drafting of template employment documentation, and other employment-related housekeeping.
- Advising a car manufacturer with respect to its new operations in Slovakia, including in the form of a local employment law induction seminar and ad hoc advice related to HR issues.
- Advising a cruise ship operator on all matters concerning the development, implementation and coordination of a universal employment compliance scheme, including multiple level arrangements of foreign secondees in Slovakia or across multiple countries within the EU.
HKV Law Firm s.r.o.
HKV Law Firm s.r.o. provide domestic and international clients with an array of employment-related matters, notably handling trade unions, employment contracts and terminations, with clients praising the team for its ‘rare blend of professionalism, empathy, and innovative thinking’. Martin Kluch heads the team, who combines experience in corporate and employment law to provide clients with the full service of work. Kluch is supported by Dalibor Palatický.
Praxisleiter:
Martin Kluch
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dalibor Palatický
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Their lawyers stand out for their strong understanding of both Slovak and EU employment frameworks, which allows them to provide tailored and commercially sensitive advice across all industries. Compared to other firms, HKV is known for its client-centered service and ability to handle complex disputes as well as day-to-day HR compliance with equal proficiency. The firm has also introduced innovative approaches in collaboration with clients, including transparent billing practices and the use of modern technology to streamline case management and communication.’
‚Dalibor Palatický distinguishes himself through his sharp analytical skills and meticulous approach to complex employment issues. He combines technical precision with clear and approachable communication, making even challenging legal questions accessible to clients. I have especially valued his responsiveness and reliability, which set him apart from competitors.‘
‘We’ve worked with this team for several years, which has built a strong, efficient working relationship. They know our business well and consistently provide clear, reliable legal advice tailored to our needs.‘
Kernmandanten
Adient Slovakia s.r.o.
Patchworks Slovakia s. r. o.
Cargo Wagon a.s.
BUDAMAR LOGISTICS a.s.
Nova Poshta
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- Advised ADIENT on employment law matters in Slovakia, including drafting employment contracts for administrative and manual staff, structuring employee benefit programs, managing terminations, negotiating collective agreements with trade unions, developing internal policies, and representing the client in labour law proceedings.
- Advised Nova Poshta, a private postal and logistics company from Ukraine, on its strategic market entry and expansion into the Slovak Republic.
- Advised a private owner of a cargo railway fleet in Central Europe on day-to-day labour law matters, including employment contracts, employee benefit programs, termination procedures, and compliance.
PRK Partners s.r.o.
PRK Partners s.r.o. provide clients with a range of employment services ranging from day-to-day advice to employment contracts, employment terminations and compliance with Slovak labour laws. Miriam Galandová leads the team, supported by Ján Augustín and Jan Lancaric.
Praxisleiter:
Miriam Galandová
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ján Augustín; Jan Lancaric
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RUŽICKA AND PARTNERS s. r. o
RUŽIČKA AND PARTNERS s. r. o provide clients in the manufacturing, tech and life sciences industries, with day-to-day advice, on matters often involving terminations and employee contracts. The practice is headed by Adriana Kováčiková, who regularly works with local and international clients on a range of employment matters, including matters that originate from transactions, and Martina Poliačiková. Dagmar Godárska is another name to note.
Praxisleiter:
Adriana Kováčiková; Martina Poliačiková
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dagmar Godárska
Kernmandanten
KOOPERATIVA poisťovňa, a.s. Vienna Insurance Group
HAGARD: HAL, (Würth Group)
PHOTOMAP
ASKO-NÁBYTOK
Stanley Black & Decker Slovakia
Porsche Slovakia
ZF Active Safety Slovakia
Cord Blood Center Group
Sportsdirect.com Slovakia
British Council Slovensko
KERKOSAND spol. s r. o. (Quarzwerke Group)
BMI group
TMS International Košice
Slovnaft, a.s. (MOL Group)
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- Providing Stanley Black & Decker with day-to-day legal advice regarding employment matters, mainly reviewing and drafting documents for employment relationships, including termination, consulting process of employment termination, updating and consolidating employment law documents, assistance in applying for the governmental subsidies.
- Providing Porsche Slovakia with day-to-day legal advice on general as well as specific employment matters, including inter alia new hires, termination of employment, advice on overtime and working conditions.
- Providing ASKO – NÁBYTOK, a CEE furniture retail chain with guidance on whistleblowing and drafting internal directives related to this issue as well as other employment matters.
SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o.
SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o. regularly handle a range of employment and labour matters, with notable proficiency representing in collective bargainings, contractual work and corporate governance matters. Clients praise the firm for its ‘deep understanding’ of employment matters. At the forefront of the practice is Milan Gocník, who heads the Bratislava team, along with Andrej Guba, who heads the employment team in Nitra.
Praxisleiter:
Milan Gocník; Andrej Guba
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‘In the field of employment law, we greatly value their deep knowledge of legislation, regulatory frameworks, and practical business implications both in Slovakia and abroad. What makes the practice unique is their ability to combine technical legal expertise with a clear and approachable communication style, ensuring that complex employment matters are presented in a way that is understandable to all stakeholders and fosters trust within our organisation.‘
‚The team of soukeník – štrpka, s.r.o. covers the full spectrum of employment matters – from drafting and negotiating employment contracts, advising on workforce restructuring and compliance with labour laws, to managing disputes and employee-related corporate governance issues. Their practical experience and deep understanding of real business challenges allow them to provide advice that is not only legally sound but also operationally and strategically relevant.‘
‚In the field of labour law, the law firm has a comprehensive knowledge of the legal development and employment problems of large employers, but also the smallest employers and self-employed persons. The fact that it also represents employees also allows you to look at labour law relationships also from the perspective of the employee. Through a cooperating company dealing with tax consulting, this department is also able to assess the qualifications and tax accounting aspects of employment.‘
Kernmandanten
Semmelrock s. r. o.
Slovak National Accreditation Service
City of Nitra
Železničná spoločnosť Cargo Slovakia, a. s.
BRING TRUCKING a.s.
365.bank, a.s.
MEGGLE Slovakia s. r. o.
PREMIUM Insurance Company Limited
Slovenská elektrizačná prenosová sústava, a.s.
University hospital Martin
Respect Slovakia, s.r.o.
Benteler Automotive SK, s.r.o.
BENTELER Automotive Bratislava, s.r.o.
BDR Thermea Vranov s. r. o.
Wienerberger, s.r.o.
TRACK CLAIM SLOVAKIA s.r.o.
Elementary Art School of Jozef Rosinský
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- Representing the client in a collective bargaining of the of the collective agreement regarding employee benefits of minimum EUR 10ok per year.
- Representing Slovak National Accreditation Service involved in a legal dispute concerning the award of wage compensation following alleged invalid termination of employment.
Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o.
Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o. comfortably handle a variety of employment and labour-related matters for companies in industries ranging from tech to life sciences. Located in Warsaw, Małgorzata Grzelak leads the team, supported by Katarína Ottová, who works with both local and cross-border companies.
Praxisleiter:
Małgorzata Grzelak
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Katarína Ottová
Kernmandanten
Victaulic
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- Advising a business in engineered bearings and power transmission products on various employment matters relating to its local subsidiary’s top management.
- Assisting a multi-formation technology company with ongoing employment matters, including employment agreements, various standard L&E documentation and internal policies, and arranging terminations of employments.
Stentors
Stentors regularly handle a variety of matters involving employment documentation, employment dismissals to establishing companies entry into Slovakia. Peter Neštepný leads the team, and advises employers and private clients. Lenka Tomanová is adept in handling terminations, and preparation of documentation.
Praxisleiter:
Peter Neštepný
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lenka Tomanová
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‘The firm is highly client-oriented, always seeking to understand business objectives alongside legal issues. Their advice is not only legally sound but also practical and tailored to deliver real value for clients.‘
‘The team members are highly flexible and responsive. They act quickly, adapt to clients’ needs, and consistently provide clear and practical advice.’
Kernmandanten
Plastic Omnium Group
3M Slovensko
Signify Slovakia s.r.o.
KONE s.r.o.
Azeta s.r.o.
AMPERIA s.r.o.