The corporate and M&A practice at ROWAN LEGAL advises domestic and multinational financial institutions and corporates involved in complex, multi-jurisdictional M&A, and receives key support from the firm's tax group. The team's active client base spans such sectors as telecoms, construction, chemicals, health, retail, energy and transport. The practice is led by M&A expert Jan Frey. Martin Šubrt specialises in acquisition financing.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘High-level of professionalism. High degree of specialisation and wide knowledge base. Experienced team.’

  • ‘Professional approach. High scrutiny and error-free legal deliverables in the form of transaction documentation. Ability to quickly resolve any problems. Modern approach. They are fast and accurate.'

  • ‘The individuals at ROWAN LEGAL stand out for their deep expertise and personal commitment to providing exceptional service.'

  • ‘Broad, strong, well-staffed and organised team. Good orientation on the market.’

  • ‘Martin Subr is one-man army and the guy you want to have on your side when the chips are down. His legal mastermind combined with diligence and hard work is deadly. Out of the vast army of lawyers I have worked with in my life, he is for sure the best.’

  • ‘Martin Subrt is our go-to counsel in the Czech Republic, whose expertise, strategic acumen and client-focused approach sets him apart.'

  • ‘The Rowan Legal team stands out due to its exceptional blend of expertise, and a client-focused approach that prioritises results.'

  • ‘Emphasis on clear communication, dedication to delivering exceptional service.'

Key clients

  • Central Europe Industry Partners (CEIP)
  • Oriens Fund
  • AURES Holdings
  • Kingspan
  • Ericsson
  • Rockaway Capital SE
  • PRIME FUND SICAV
  • ŠKODA AUTO DigiLab
  • ERBIA CAPITAL
  • Severočeská Vodárenská Společnost a.s.
  • Solar Turbines EAME
  • AVE CZ odpadové hospodářství s.r.o. (AVE CZ Waste management; member of EP INDUSTRIES)
  • Severočeské vodovody a kanalizace
  • Elcom
  • CGI IT Czech Republic
  • Ostrava Airport Multimodal Park
  • SITCO Center
  • SUDOP Consulting and Information Technology
  • FLOSMAN
  • viridiusLAB AG
  • AMiT Holding
  • VYVA Plast

Work highlights

  • Advised CEIP Group on the acquisition of an 80% stake in BLOCK group from BHM.
  • Advised Oriens Fund IIIn connection with acquisition of 100pct shares in Gastro - Menu Express from Vendeavour.
  • Advised Rockaway in connection with several acquisitions in the Czech Republic.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jan Frey

Other key lawyers

Martin Šubrt