A&O Shearman fields an experienced team providing a ‘one-stop-shop’ service in the CEE region, often collaborating with its counterparts in Prague, Warsaw and Budapest on matters including energy regulation, support schemes for renewable energy and tariffs set by the energy regulator and its effects on companies and investors. Head of the energy team Martin Magál is regarded for his expertise in a variety of energy and project management services, including advising on tariffs for renewable electricity providers. Tomáš Búry advises clients in M&A deals and joint ventures in the energy and infrastructure sector, including electricity providers and gas transmission system operators. Peter Šťastný and Lucia Raimanová are further key names.

Noted for being ‘experts in energy infrastructure regulated business,’ Barger Prekop s.r.o. is experienced in handling a variety of work including M&A, dispute resolution, price regulation, regulatory compliance matters and renewable regulation. Roman Prekop‘s expertise extends to all aspects of the gas and electricity sectors including all matters relating to regulatory, dispute resolution and transactions, and Matus Lahky specialises in EU and Slovak regulatory and compliance in the energy sector. Both Prekop and Lahky co-authored the monography on Slovak Act on Regulation in Network Industries, while Adrian Barger covers competition and M&A in the energy sector. Monika Simorova is a further key name.

Hillbridges is dedicated to the projects and energy space, with the firm’s track record covering a broad service including competition and energy regulation, alongside advising on the contractual arrangements between two different parties, and taxation issues in the sector. Miroslav Trenčan, Zoran Draškovič and Martin Čabák are the key contacts, with Andrej Adamčík standing out for his advisory services in matters relating to infrastructure investments.

Kinstellar is considered a ‘go to’ firm in projects and energy matters including private and public energy M&A, energy project finance, as well as carbon trading-related issues and management agreements. Head of the practice Roman Oleksik is experienced in handling greenfield and brownfield projects, alongside transactional and regulatory matters involving electricity, natural gas, renewables and nuclear energy. Managing partner Viliam Myšička specialises in energy M&A, and Tomáš Melišek handles energy financing matters.

Noted for being ‘focused on various aspects of the energy market, including the European Commission policies,’ LEGATE, s.r.o covers a large range of oil and gas and power projects, as well as downstream matters, greenfield and brownfield projects for domestic and multinational and pan-European companies. The firm is active in advising clients in EU energy legislation, including in the development of new plants on their statutory compliance, as well as having participated in a unique process of unbundling in the gas sector under the EU gas directive. Practice head and managing partner Peter Vrábel closely collaborates with AVENIAS tax advisors and other specialists to provide energy clients with tax services and advice on contentious matters, and Miroslav Dudlák specialises in energy law regulation. Alena Pláňavská has broad expertise in drafting FIDIC, EPC, DBOF and BOOT contracts.

The project development and energy team at Ružička & Partners s.r.o. is well-regarded for its expertise in public procurement law, with the team experienced in procurement disputes, as well as aiding clients with the preparation of projects and tender documents and representation before various public authorities. In energy related matters Peter Bartoš and co-head Ján Hanko provide a full service to clients from regulation to public procurement and electricity production, with further expertise in matters relating to nuclear energy, acquisition of energy projects and renewable energy. Ján Azud co-leads the practice and has advised on high-profile government infrastructure projects, including PPP road and e-toll projects. Dana Nemčíková is another key name.

Noted for its ability to provide ‘client-focused, results-driven solutions through their deep sector knowledge and innovative approach,’ BBH advokátska kancelária, s.r.o.‘s expertise has a strong focus on waste management, as well as handling a broader range of infrastructure-related work. Miroslav Fašung leads the energy team and has participated in collective schemes for electrical and electronic waste, and Olga Beláňová  covers regulatory issues related to grid connection and distribution matters.

Described by clients as ‘professional, knowledgeable, and readily available,’ Dentons assists clients across the entire energy chain including oil and gas, transportation, power generators and utilities as well as upstream and downstream projects. The team regularly collaborates with the other energy practices across their CEE network in cross-border mandates including in issues relating to the economic and regulatory specifics of the energy sector. Juraj Gyárfáš leads the practice and advises sellers and buyers on energy related M&A deals in Slovakia and the CEE region, and Katarína Pecnová focuses on aspects related to the intersection of commercial law and environmental law, while Peter Panek is another key name.

Eversheds Sutherland, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. supports clients in a variety of project development, public procurement and energy related matters, including aiding clients with navigating EU law surrounding the construction of power plants, to the cross-border transport of hazardous waste. Annamária Tóthová leads the team alongside Bernard Hager, with Tóthová specialising in environmental law, energy law and waste management and Hager advising on energy and infrastructure projects in Slovakia and Czech Republic. Mária Sadloňová and Ján Macej are further key names.

The projects and energy team at G. Lehnert s.r.o. is active in advising clients engaged in biofuels, having acted in matters ranging from setting up biofuel technology and construction projects and negotiating contracts for engineering and delivery of technology, on top of work for various government entities. Tomáš Luščoň leads the team with Jana Tögelová, with Luščoň skilled in representing clients in construction projects and Tögelová combines her expertise in transactional services within energy and construction matters. Lucie Schweizer heads the compliance and strategies teams and has coordinated cross-border due diligence and negotiations of contractual documentation. Dalimír Jančovič joined the firm in January 2024.

With a focus on the railway sector, HKV Law Firm s.r.o. has been on the forefront of numerous transactions ranging from advising manufacturers of railway vehicles, to representing domestic and international clients in rail transport and other related rail industries. Within the energy sector, the team is experienced in providing a transaction and consultancy focused approach to companies operating in renewable and traditional energy generation, as well as its distribution. Roman Hamala co-leads the practice alongside Martin Kluch and are the firm’s key contacts.

Noted for being ‘experts in energy law,’ Poláček & Partners‘ expertise covers energy regulation and litigation, as well as technical issues in electricity, heat and gas having provided services concerning the construction, purchase, sale and financing of various types of power plants, as well as offering support on matters relating to battery storage operations. Head of the energy practice Pavol Poláček, alongside Jozef Hudák and Juraj Ondrejka specialise in energy litigation and administrative proceedings, while Nikoleta Kakusová aids in the matters concerning construction projects from both an energy and land law regulation perspective.

SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o. covers a broad clientele in diverse areas of energy ranging from gas transportation to hydropower, energy transmission and electricity providers. Peter Štrpka leads the energy and projects department and covers all energy-related transactions and projects in contentious and non-contentious energy matters. Lukas Stefanik, alongside David Soukenik, covers energy arbitration proceedings, while Juraj Babiš and Dominika Sarková are key names.

HAVEL & PARTNERS S.R.O., ATTORNEYS AT LAW coordinates its projects and energy expertise across the Czech Republic and Slovakia, providing services for clients in the public sector including advising on public procurement and state aid, competition, project finance and negotiating contracts. Ondřej Majer specialises in energy regulatory matters and co-leads both the Prague and Bratislava teams with Josef Hlavička. Robert Neruda advises clients on the competition aspects of their projects, and Robert Porubský is another key name.

L/R/P advokáti, s.r.o. provides a range of project and energy related services, ranging from advising on the purchase and sale of natural gas, as well as advising on contractual arrangements for the construction of power stations and the implementation of battery systems. Barbora Balunová and Tomáš Lysina co-lead the practice, with both heads skilled in asset-deal acquisitions and brownfield and greenfield developments. Lukáš Juck is another key name.

Boutique firm Stentors is involved in a variety of projects revolving around energy, alternative and renewable sources, with expertise in waste management issues having represented manufacturers of specialised products under the Waste Act. Michal Hulena and Vladimír Kordoš co-lead the practice and Peter Neštepný advises on greenfield projects. Erik Schváb is regarded for his ‘proactive approach to developing solutions.’

Taylor Wessing Slovakia ‘s expertise extends to cross-border energy projects, with the firm covering services ranging from energy transactions to dispute resolution and regulatory advice for clients in waste management, natural gas, electricity and heat. Andrej Leontiev specialises in dispute resolution and litigation in energy-related matters, and Ján Lazur  works with national and international clients in various energy sectors. Juraj Frindrich  is a key name. All three partners mentioned lead the team.

Wolf Theiss covers a range of advisory services for energy traders, handling regulatory and commercial matters. Bruno Štefánik, who was promoted to partner in January 2024, leads the practice and combines his expertise in corporate and M&A law to advise on energy acquisitions and project development. Zuzana Hodoňová and Vladimír Šimkovic are further key names.