The dispute resolution department at Baker & McKenzie s.r.o., advokátní kancelář works across various industry sectors, demonstrating particular expertise in the banking and finance, and automotive spaces. The firm has a strong regional presence with offices in the UK, Austria, Switzerland, and Germany. The practice covers the full range of litigation and arbitration cases, ranging from corporate and commercial law, to competition law, to copyright and media law. Industry veteran Martin Hrodek heads up the group and specialises in international arbitrations. Senior associate Martina Marchand is another key contact, and focuses on commercial and labour disputes.
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‘I find Baker McKenzie's litigation team to be very capable. Their court submissions are great, and their manner of dealing with court hearings is excellent.'
‘Martin Hrodek and Martina Marchand are excellent litigators, detailed, punctual, and able to formulate and set evidence properly.'
‘I appreciate their ability to understand complicated cases and to provide answers to questions.’
‘Martin Hrodek and Kristína Doupal are always looking for solutions, they do not give up. Working with them and their team is efficient and pleasant.'
‘Very experienced in litigation, especially in the area of international arbitration. Great work ethic, pro-client approach.’
Key clients
- ADM International Sarl
- AT&T
- Československá obchodní banka, a. s. (ČSOB)
- Commerzbank, a.s.
- Credit Suisse AG
- CTP Invest spol. s r.o.
- Czech Export Bank, a.s.
- Dura Automotive
- Eckes AG
- EP Industries a.s.
- ERB bank, a.s.
- ESSAR PROJECTS LIMITED
- HDI Versicherung AG
- Kofola ČeskoSlovensko a.s.
- PFNonwovens Czech s.r.o.
- Sberbank CZ, a.s. v likvidaci
Work highlights
- Representing Credit Suisse AG in the insolvency proceedings of Rezidence Kavčí Hory a.s.
- Representing Eckes AG in disputes with the minority shareholders of Stock Pilsen regarding the amount of consideration paid to them due to a squeeze out.
- Representing the liquidator of Sberbank CZ, a.s. v likvidaci in connection with claims raised by its creditors.
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Martin Hrodek