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Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda > The Legal 500 Rankings

Hungary > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1

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.

Hungary > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2

Bolstered by the February 2024 arrival of new practice head Gabor Pazsitka, a specialist in banking and financial services regulatory and capital markets matters, Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda brings strength to advising domestic and multinational financial institutions on matters ranging from acquisition and project finance, financial regulatory matters and syndicated, club and bilateral lending to receivables financing, refinancing, debt restructuring and non-performing (NPL) loan transactions. In addition, the team assists clients in the fintech and crypto spaces. Bálint Bodó provides key transactional support. Gergely Szalóki departed the firm in April 2024.

Hungary > Competition Tier 2

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda is a standout in competition law, representing clients before the Hungarian Competition Authority in cartel cases, merger control filings, unfair commercial practice matters and sectoral inquiries. The firm has a robust follow-on damages litigation practice and provides bespoke compliance programmes and training. Anna Turi, head of the practice, is a recognised expert in EU and competition law, frequently leading high-profile cases, including cartel and merger control proceedings, and excelling in antitrust damages litigation. Márk Kovács brings extensive experience in cartel damages litigation and consumer protection matters, further strengthening the team’s comprehensive service offering.

Hungary > Dispute resolution Tier 2

The dispute resolution team at Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda brings expertise to representing insurers, financial institutions and domestic and household name multinational corporates (including Apple and Mercedes-Benz) in civil and commercial lawsuits (involving such areas as IP, IT and energy law), enforcement procedures, employment-related disputes, administrative court procedures and white-collar crime matters. The firm’s active client base spans sectors ranging from aviation, tech and logistics to chemicals and the automotive industry. The team is led by Kinga Hetényi, who draws on extensive experience in commercial and M&A litigation matters, and Alexandra Bognár, who heads the group’s white-collar practice. Key support is provided by Noémi Suller, a specialist in administrative and civil litigations.

Hungary > Projects and energy Tier 2

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda collaborates closely with Schoenherr Austria, a leading force in project development, to deliver expertise in infrastructure and energy projects. The firm offers strong energy regulatory and project development advice, with a focus on energy, utilities, telecoms, and environmental law. Recent successes include renewable energy initiatives, particularly PV power plants and industrial facilities. The team advises on project development, EPC, financing and M&A. Co-head László Krüpl specialises in large infrastructure and energy project transactions, while co-head Gergely Horváth leads the regulatory group, focusing on electricity, natural gas, renewables, permitting and climate transition matters.

Hungary > Real estate and construction Tier 2

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda is well-versed in real estate transactions, including share and asset deals, greenfield investments and turnkey construction projects. The team regularly advises on lease negotiations, building law and real estate-related litigation, with recent activity focused on greenfield projects. Led by László Krüpl, whose expertise spans acquisitions, lease negotiations, and litigation, the team offers comprehensive support across the sector. Viktória Magyar plays a key role in due diligence and transaction management, while Lilla Szepsi Szűcs, who rejoined the firm this year, brings experience in complex asset deals and financial restructurings, strengthening the firm’s transactional capabilities.

Hungary > Data privacy and data protection Tier 3

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda’s data protection team works closely with other departments and its CEE network, offering comprehensive services including GDPR compliance, audits and internal policy implementation. The team frequently drafts data protection contracts and advises on employee and HR data management, as well as the data aspects of major corporate transactions. Led by Dániel Gera, a seasoned expert with nearly 20 years of experience, the team advises clients across sectors such as construction, energy, financial services, IT, telecom and the automotive industry.

Hungary > Employment Tier 3

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda provides comprehensive employment law advice, assisting international clients with global reorganisations, M&A-related HR projects, and local businesses with day-to-day matters. Known for advising on strategic employment issues, they handle due diligence, employee transfers and asset deal consequences. The practice also excels in high-value employment litigation. Led by Dániel Gera, the team offers expertise in foreign citizen employment, executive matters, compliance and HR data privacy, delivering tailored solutions to a diverse client base.

Hungary > Intellectual property Tier 3

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda’s growing IP practice advises clients across trade marks, designs, patents, domain names, copyrights, and related litigation and prosecution matters. The team also supports licensing and provides strategic counsel on complex brand protection and IP disputes. Led by Márk Kovács, a dedicated IP professional with expertise in trade mark and design law, the practice delivers tailored solutions and litigation strategies for diverse client needs.