Kocian Solc Balastik has advised Dagmar Havlova on the entry of BTL Healthcare Technologies as a new investor into Lucerna Palace. Dunovska & Partners reportedly advised BTL.
KSB Advises Dagmar Havlova on New Investor Entry into Lucerna Palace
Jiri Kunasek Becomes Equity Partner and Veronika Bocanova and Ivan Houfek Make Partner at Havel & Partners
Havel & Partners has promoted Jiri Kunasek to Equity Partner and Veronika Bocanova and Ivan Houfek to Partners.
Amendment to the Employment Act: Overview of New Provisions Applicable from July 2024
With effect from 1 July 2024, the amendment to the Employment Act introduces several changes, particularly in the area of employment of foreigners. Below is a summary of the most important changes.
Clifford Chance Advises Finep on Disposal of Nova Elektra Project
Clifford Chance has advised Finep on the divestment of a part of Nova Elektra to AFI Europe.
A&O Shearman and White & Case Advise on Ceske Drahy's Senior Unsecured Notes Issuance
A&O Shearman has advised joint lead managers Ceska Sporitelna, Komercni Banka, and UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia on Ceske Drahy's issuance of senior unsecured notes. White & Case advised Ceske Drahy.
Clifford Chance and A&O Shearman Advise on KKCG's Bond Issuance
Clifford Chance has advised KKCG on a commercial bond issuance totaling up to CZK 10 billion for retail investors. A&O Shearman advised the banks: J&T, PPF Banka, Ceska Sporitelna, and Komercni Banka.
Leading the Way: Advancing Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity in the Legal Profession in Central and Eastern Europe
Inclusion, diversity, and equity (ID&E) are fundamental principles that shape the fabric of modern societies and industries. Within the legal profession, these principles not only reflect our commitment to justice and equality but also drive innovation, foster creativity, and enhance client service. In Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), where the gradual democratization and opening of societies since the 1990s has largely driven greater acceptance of diverse perspectives and communities, it is imperative for lawyers and law firms to take a leading role in advancing ID&E. In this article, we discuss how investing in inclusion, diversity, and equity can help your firm unleash the full potential of your workforce, foster creativity, and drive sustainable success.
Dentons Advises on CEZ's EUR 750 Million Sustainability-Linked Bond Issuance
Dentons has advised a syndicate of banks that included Bank of China, Deutsche Bank, Erste Group, HSBC, Raiffeisen Bank International, and UniCredit as joint bookrunners in CEZ's EUR 750 million sustainability-linked bond issue.
BPV Braun Partners Advises Helanis on Acquisition of Schaltag Group
BPV Braun Partners, working with Kellerhals Carrard and Advant Beiten, has advised Helanis on its acquisition of the Schaltag Group – including Schaltag in Switzerland and the Czech Republic – and Pavis Engineering in Germany and Spain.
KSB Successful for REMA Before the European Commission
Kocian Solc Balastik has successfully represented REMA before the European Commission regarding a complaint to investigate whether the Czech Republic, acting through the Ministry of the Environment, violated its obligations under EU law by creating an anti-competitive environment in the packaging sector in favor of EKO-KOM.
BBH Advises 11teamsports on JV Partner Buy-Out
BBH, working with Seitz, has advised 11teamsports on buying out its joint venture partner and obtaining full ownership of Top4Sport.
Havel & Partners Advises Edera Group on Sale to Telco Pro Services
Havel & Partners has advised the Edera Group on its sale to Telco Pro Services.
Pay or Enjoy Behavioural Advertising
Have you noticed the latest development in the placement of behavioural advertising? You have basically a binary choice between consenting to the processing of a "complex" bundle of your personal data for behavioural advertising purposes or paying a fee. After paying the fee, you can use the platform without being targeted by behavioural advertising.
The Corner Office: Client Relationship Dealbreakers
In The Corner Office, we ask Managing Partners at law firms across Central and Eastern Europe about their backgrounds, strategies, and responsibilities. While in the legal field maintaining client relationships is vital, there are occasions when law firms must end engagements. To explore some of the reasons that might lead to this, we asked: After accepting mandates, what have been the main reasons for which you ended up having to drop clients?
Czech Class Actions Series – Introduction
Class Actions Act in force: a game-changer in consumer claims enforcement against businesses in the Czech Republic?
BPV Braun Partners Advises UCED on Acquisition of GGE
BPV Braun Partners, working with Watson Farley & Williams, has advised Creditas company UCED on the acquisition of GGE.
Schoenherr Advises BHM Group on Block Group Majority Stake Sale to CEIP
Schoenherr has advised the BHM Group on the sale of its majority stake in the Block Group to the Czech investment fund Central Europe Industry Partners. Rowan Legal reportedly advised CEIP.
Weinhold Legal Advises on Libristo Media Sale to Albatros Media
Weinhold Legal has advised the founders and full owners of Libristo Media on its sale to the Albatros Media Group. Havel & Partners reportedly advised the buyer.
Czech Republic Knowledge Partner
PRK Partners, one of the leading Central European law firms, has been helping clients achieve their business objectives almost 30 years. Our team of lawyers, based in our Prague, Ostrava, and Bratislava offices, has a unique knowledge of Czech and Slovak law and of the business environment. Our lawyers studied at top law schools in the United States, United Kingdom, Switzerland and elsewhere. They also have experience working for leading international and domestic law firms in a number of jurisdictions. We speak your language, too. Our legal team is fluent in more than 15 languages, including all the key languages of the region.
PRK Partners has one of the most experienced legal teams on the market. We are consistently rated as one of the leading law firms in the region. We have received many significant honours and awards for our work. We represent the interests of international clients operating in the Czech Republic in an efficient way, combining local knowledge with an understanding of their global requirements in a business-friendly approach. We are one of the largest law firms in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Our specialised teams of lawyers and tax advisors advise major global corporations as well as local companies. We provide comprehensive legal advice drawing on our profound knowledge of local law and markets.
Our legal advice delivers tangible results – as proven by our strong track record. We are the only Czech member firm of Lex Mundi, the world's leading network of independent law firms. As one of the leading law firms in the region, we have received many national and international awards, in some cases several years in a row. Honours include the Chambers Europe Award for Excellence, The Lawyer and Czech and Slovak Law Firm of the Year. Thanks to our close cooperation with leading international law firms and strong local players, we can serve clients in multiple jurisdictions around the globe. Our strong network means that we can meet your needs, wherever you do business.
PRK Partners has been repeatedly voted among the most socially responsible firms in the category of small and mid-sized firms and was awarded the bronze certificate at the annual TOP Responsible Firm of the Year Awards.
Our work is not only “business”: we have participated on a longstanding basis in a wide variety of pro bono projects and supported our partners from the non-profit sector (Kaplicky Centre Endowment Fund, Tereza Maxová Foundation, Czech Donors Forum, etc.).
Firm's website: www.prkpartners.com
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