Taylor Wessing Czech Republic > Prague, Czech Republic > Firm Profile
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic Offices
U PRAŠNÉ BRÁNY 1
110 00 PRAGUE 1
Czech Republic
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic > The Legal 500 Rankings
Czech Republic > Intellectual property Tier 2
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic’s intellectual property department counts both contentious and non-contentious IP work within its scope of activity, and acts across the pharmaceutical, IT, advertising, and education industries. The firm advises on trademark filings and prosecutions, unfair competition and litigation, and offers expertise on trademark portfolio management. Recently, the group has assisted clients with the protection of AI and licensing rights. Karin Pomaizlová spearheads the team and specialises in IT-related IP work, including tech licensing and prosecution. Senior associate Karol Laco is a key contact within the practice and advises on IP dispute cases.Practice head(s):
Karin Pomaizlová
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
S + B Gruppe
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals s.r.o.
Czech Republic > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic’s corporate, commercial and M&A department offers expertise in the IT, IP, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industry sectors, often negotiating complex contracts and advising on compliance matters. The practice frequently advises clients on cross-border deals and mergers, and assists with regulatory challenges. As well as counting start-ups, digital companies, and cloud computing businesses amongst its key clients, the firm also displays know-how in advising public listed companies. Janka Brezániová and Markéta Deimelová jointly lead the team.Practice head(s):
Janka Brezániová; Markéta Deimelová
Other key lawyers:
Thomas Rechberger; Maroš Podstavek
Testimonials
‘Thomas Rechberger guided us through a complicated legal situation by keeping an overview, leading the negotiations with the other party, and providing detailed legal expertise when required.’
Key clients
The Emmes Company, LLC
COWI A/S
Work highlights
- Advising The Emmes Company on various post-completion matters following the acquisition of 100% of the shares in NEOX s.r.o., a European contract research organisation headquartered in Prague.
- Advising COWI A/S on the acquisition of Finley Engineering Group.
Czech Republic > EU and competition Tier 3
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic assists clients from the industrial, retail, and consumer industries, on a variety of matters such as cartel investigations, abusive practices, merger control, and distribution agreements. Benefitting from a global network of 29 offices, the firm also handles FDI screenings, and merger notifications, often representing clients in front of national competition authorities. The offering is led by Markéta Deimelová, who offers advice on cross-border competition cases, particularly between the Czech Republic and Austria. Senior associate Maroš Podstavek is a key contact within the team and primarily focuses on state aid proceedings at administrative courts.Practice head(s):
Markéta Deimelová
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Trei Real Estate Czech Republic s.r.o
Work highlights
- Advising Trei Real Estate Czech Republic s.r.o. on merger control requirements related to the contemplated divestment of its Czech and Slovak business including a portfolio of supermarkets and retail parks.
Czech Republic > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 4
With a specific focus on real estate and project finance, Taylor Wessing Czech Republic’s banking and finance practice counts local and foreign investors, banks, and financial institutions amongst its key clients. The firm also has demonstrable experience in corporate acquisition and syndicated financing, as well as banking regulation and payment services issues. Jakub Adam leads the team and offers know-how on structured finance and regulatory issues.Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Martin Šerák
Key clients
Alfa Group International
Work highlights
- Advised Alfa Group International on various finance matters in connection with financing provided by PPF banka a.s.
Czech Republic > Employment Tier 4
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic’s growing employment practice handles advisory, contentious, and transactional cases, and counts collective bargaining, the transfer of employees, and employee share option plans within its workload. In addition, the team assists clients with employment-related issues in M&A transactions, leveraging the strengths of its corporate departments. Department head Janka Brezániová has considerable experience in the field, and frequently advises on GDPR compliance concerns and other sensitive employment matters.Practice head(s):
Janka Brezániová
Other key lawyers:
Markéta Cibulková; Pavel Juřička
Testimonials
‘The team reacts very quickly to our questions and requests. We have high trust in their expertise, their assessment of legal situations and their recommendations regarding possible solutions. Their proposals have always been tailored to our specific needs. Our concerns have always been taken into account. I highly value the excellent and highly professional cooperation.’
‘Pavel Juřička expertly guided my team and I through a complicated personal matter, which, thanks to his support and advice, was successfully solved.’
‘Taylor Wessing is speedy in responding to new requests, and are always willing to align the advice to the wishes of the clients. The legal advice we receive is comprehensive, and the team is always willing to answer any follow-up questions.’
‘We have had a very good experience working with Pavel Juřička. The communication is always very pleasant and swift. Additionally, he makes himself available to meet up with our clients if desired to give them more in-depth guidance. He is a pleasant associate to work with.’
‘They are able to spot what really matters and give detailed and practical advice. In addition, they are always accessible and ready to help. I know they would do all they can to assist us, anytime. They are also reasonable in terms of costs.’
Key clients
C&A Moda
Canva Pty Ltd
The Emmes Company, LLC
COWI A/S
Turkish Airlines
Rakouské Velvyslanectví (Austrian Embassy)
NetNumber Czech Republic s.r.o.
Work highlights
- Advising the Austrian Embassy on various employment issues including terminations, the preparation of employment contracts, amendments, and memoranda.
- Advising Turkish Airlines on various employment and immigration issues including the amendment and termination of contracts, overtime and severance packages.
Czech Republic > Real estate and construction Tier 4
At Taylor Wessing Czech Republic, the real estate and construction department assists clients with a wide range of commercial real estate concerns, including real estate finance, construction and development issues, and transactional work. With demonstrable experience in handling real estate-related disputes, the firm counts financial institutions and property investors amongst its key roster of clients. Jakub Adam leads the offering and primarily advises on property, financing, and energy cases. Elsewhere, Markéta Cvrčková specialises in leases and commercial real estate matters within the retail and development spheres.Practice head(s):
Jakub Adam
Other key lawyers:
Markéta Cvrčková; Marek Strádal
Testimonials
‘Very accurate, responsive, comprehensive legal knowledge and a good economical perspective of our business.’
‘Very precise and timely responses and offers solutions to all topics. Good negotiation skills.’
‘Excellent negotiation and communication skills. The team has an excellent overview of case law, market practice, and a very valuable combination of business and legal perspectives.’
Key clients
Alfa Group International
Bodycote plc
DECOTEK Automotive (AAS Automotive)
ECE Work & Live
IWG Plc (Regus, SPACES)
Leonardo Hotels (Fattal Group)
LORDSHIP a.s.
Passerinvest Group
REDEVCO Services Deutschland GmbH
RIMO Holding AG (Bohim s.r.o.)
S+B Plan & Bau Prag spol. s r.o. (S+B Gruppe AG)
Shape Corp. Czech Republic, s.r.o.
Trei Real Estate
UBM Development Czechia s.r.o.
Work highlights
- Advising Trei Real Estate on the divestment of portfolio of assets in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
- Advising S+B Plan & Bau Prag spol s r.o. on various matters in relation to the VIA UNA Na Příkopě project and the subsequent leasing of an office and retail building in Prague.
- Advising DECOTEK Automotive on a complex transaction involving the acquisition of 100% shares in AAS Automotive and the subsequent sale and leaseback of the production site in Milovice to ARETE.
Czech Republic > Dispute resolution Tier 5
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic’s dispute resolution practice demonstrates experience in handling complex class action cases and acting on behalf of private clients, with particular strength in the manufacturing, automotive and real estate industries. The team frequently collaborates with its IP and IT departments to handle unfair competition disputes. Aleš Linhart leads the group and regularly represents clients in both domestic and international arbitrations, including those relating to investments.Practice head(s):
Aleš Linhart
Other key lawyers:
Karin Pomaizlova
Testimonials
‘International and very strong.’
‘Diligent, punctual, and to the point.’
‘Aleš Linhart is exceptionally good. But most team members are outstanding.’
‘The lawyers at Taylor Wessing LLP are professionals who are not only professionally capable in the field of dispute resolution, but their knowledge also extends to other legal fields. In addition to the aforementioned knowledge, they also have vast experience, which they are able to make the most of.’
‘The strengths of the team certainly include determination and perseverance, which are extremely important.’
‘In summary, the individual members of Taylor Wessing LLP are nothing short of outstanding. Their professionalism, expertise, and dedication to their respective roles in the team have left a lasting impression on me.’
Key clients
Fürst von Liechtenstein Stiftung, H.S.H. Hans-Adam II von und zu Liechtenstein and other Liechtenstein Nationals
Turkish Airlines
Work highlights
- Representing the House of Liechtenstein and other nationals from Liechtenstein in a set of disputes regarding significant amounts of real estate in the Czech Republic.
- Representing Turkish Airlines in numerous claims raised by passengers.
Taylor Wessing Czech Republic > Firm Profile
The firm: Founded in 1986 and formerly known as e|n|w|c Attorneys at Law, Taylor Wessing CEE today is the CEE/SEE Competence Centre of Taylor Wessing, a leading international law firm with more than 1,200 lawyers working across 33 offices in 20 countries. Taylor Wessing is a full-service law firm, working with clients in the world’s most dynamic industries. The firm takes a single-minded approach to advising its clients, helping them succeed by thinking innovatively about their business issues. A focus on the industries of tomorrow has enabled Taylor Wessing to develop market-leading expertise in technology, media and communications, life sciences, private wealth and energy.
Taylor Wessing CEE has offices in Bratislava, Brno, Budapest, Kiev, Klagenfurt, Prague, Vienna and Warsaw and advises investors in Central and Eastern Europe from the initial stages of their projects onwards.Its lawyers all have international experience. Their familiarity with the rules of the game and the local cultures in these emerging markets play an important part in the success of the work for these clients. Taylor Wessing CEE is committed to providing its clients with top quality advice and service both on the basis of long-term relationships and in connection with individual legal projects. Teams of specialists deliver rapid and reliable legal and business advice.
International work: With eight offices in six CEE countries, Taylor Wessing CEE shows great competence in Central and Eastern Europe. An Italian Desk exists in Budapest, Kiev, Vienna and Warsaw. In addition, Taylor Wessing has a further 25 offices across Europe, the Middle East and Asia, and has particular expertise in advising clients in North America, Brazil and India.
Main Contacts
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Commercial | |||
Competition, EU and trade | |||
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Dispute resolution | |||
Employment, pensions and mobility | |||
Environmental, planning and regulatory | |||
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Real estate and construction | |||
Restructuring and corporate recovery | |||
Tax |
Lawyer Profiles
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Mgr Kristýna Koç | Kristýna is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing. As a member of… | View Profile | |
JUDr Jakub Adam | Jakub Adam heads the Real Estate team in the Czech Republic. He… | View Profile | |
Mgr Barbora Antalíková | Barbora is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing, she is a member… | View Profile | |
Janka Brezániová | Janka Brezániová is a partner at Taylor Wessing Prague, Czech Republic and… | View Profile | |
JUDr Markéta Cibulková | Markéta is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing, and specialises in individual… | View Profile | |
Mgr Marketa Cvrčková | Markéta Cvrčková is a partner at Taylor Wessing Prague, Czech Republic. Her… | View Profile | |
Ms Markéta Deimelová | Markéta Deimelová is a partner at Taylor Wessing Prague and Brno (Czech… | View Profile | |
Iva Gráczová | Iva is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing, she is a member… | View Profile | |
Dr Erwin Hanslik | Erwin Hanslik is a partner at Taylor Wessing in the Czech Republic.… | View Profile | |
Ms Petra Hansliková | Petra Hansliková is a senior associate and a member of the Real… | View Profile | |
Mr Pavel Juřička | Pavel Juřička is a senior associate and a member of the Dispute… | View Profile | |
Mgr Jaroslav Kuba | Jaroslav is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing. He has years of… | View Profile | |
Mgr Adéla Kučerová | Adéla is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing. Adéla advises national and… | View Profile | |
JUDr Ales Linhart | Aleš Linhart is a partner at Taylor Wessing in Prague. He advises… | View Profile | |
Mr Jan Píza | Jan is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing, he has a special… | View Profile | |
Mgr Maroš Podstavek | Maroš is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing. Maroš specialises in all… | View Profile | |
Mgr Karin Pomaizlová | Karin Pomaizlová is a partner and Head of IP/IT at Taylor Wessing… | View Profile | |
Mag Thomas Rechberger | Thomas Rechberger is a partner at Taylor Wessing Prague, Czech Republic. His… | View Profile | |
JUDr Martin Šerák | Martin is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing. He is a member… | View Profile | |
Mgr Marek Strádal | Marek is a senior associate at Taylor Wessing. He has many years… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
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