The dispute resolution team at ROWAN LEGAL brings wide-ranging expertise to representing insurers and domestic and multinational corporates across such sectors as construction, energy, telecoms and IT, involved in complex, high-stakes litigation, mediation and arbitration, displaying particular strength in criminal and EU competition law matters. The practice is jointly led by experienced arbitrator and litigator Miloš Olík; seasoned criminal litigator Lukáš Duffek; and Petr Zábranský, a specialist in IT and intellectual property disputes.
Testimonials
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‘Ability to brainstorm and work in real time with ideas presented by the client. Lots of experience in trials. Flexibility and modern approach to creating trial strategy.’
‘The dispute resolution practice of ROWAN LEGAL is unique due to its emphasis on a combination of deep expertise and innovative approaches. The team acts not only with high professionalism, but also with a human approach, which is a great benefit for us. We also cherish that core team members (Michal Čáp and Miloš Olík) have substantial knowledge and experience as arbitrators. It enables them to put into the shoes of a judge / arbitrator when preparing submissions on our behalf.'
‘The dispute resolution team is composed of experienced arbitrators (not just legal practitioners) which gives them experience and edge in performing their work.’
‘Miloš Olik's dispute resolution team is unique in its comprehensive approach to dispute resolution and high legal expertise. What makes this practice exceptional is the ability to combine in-depth legal knowledge with practical experience in dispute resolution at the national and international levels.'
‘Miloš Olík and his team stand out for their distinctive method of managing client relationships and resolving disputes. Their advantage over rivals is rooted in their combination of deep knowledge, hands-on experience and creative solutions.’
‘Rowan Legal has a large and experienced team for representing clients in complex disputes.’
‘Miloš Olík: tenacious counsel, definitely one of the best arbitration specialists in Eastern Europe.'
‘Miloš Olik's dispute resolution team stands out for its thorough approach to resolving disputes and its high level of legal expertise.'
Key clients
- Heureka Group
- O2 Czech Republic
- RBP, zdravotní pojišťovna
- Hyundai Motor
- Niko Kari
- Ředitelství silnic a dálnic ČR (The Road and Motorway Directorate of the Czech Republic; ŘSD)
- Teplárny Brno, a.s.
- VHS stavby
Work highlights
- Representing O2 Czech Republic at the Court of Justice of the European Union in a matter related to business agency and distributor law.
- Representing the holding group of a Central European provider of online shopping price comparison services (www.heureka.group) in a dispute with Google LLC in relation to dominance abuse by Google on the Czech Market
- Successfully representing the winner of a racing series, Finnish racing driver Niko Kari, in a dispute with the company Charouz Racing System SE (Czech Republic), over Niko Kari’s replacement by a new driver in the Charouz Racing Team, including the setting aside of the award and enforcement.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Miloš Olík, Lukáš Duffek, Petr Zábranský