Ideally situated within a globally integrated network, Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o., advokátní kancelář’s dispute resolution department is well equipped to handle an impressive range of domestic and international arbitrations, particularly in relation to investment treaties. Under the guidance of renowned litigator Rostislav Pekař, who frequently appears as counsel in investor-state arbitrations, the group is reputed for its activity across the manufacturing, telecoms, construction, and energy sectors. On the litigation front, the group adopts an interdisciplinary approach by collaborating with its corporate, banking and finance, and restructuring practices, and primarily handles financial services, real estate, and sanctions disputes. Mária Poláková demonstrates strong international arbitration experience, while Vladimír Polách skilfully handles class action lawsuits before the Czech courts. Matej Pustay is also a key member of the team.

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Testimonials

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‘An experienced team with sound legal background but also a lot of practical expertise of running disputes within the local legal environment.'
‘Knowledgeable about local law and local legal processes, but also able to put the disputes into a bigger context and compare them with similar disputes from the past.’
‘Strong and well-staffed team.’
‘Vladimír Polách is an outstanding attorney who consistently puts his clients' interests above his own. His extensive knowledge of legal proceedings is truly impressive, allowing him to navigate complex cases with ease. His commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for his clients, rather than focusing solely on billing, demonstrates his dedication and integrity.'
‘From the outset, the SPB team impressed us with their expertise, collaborative approach and commitment. Every member of the team we have engaged with has been of a high calibre.'
‘Vladimír Polách stands out for us. His communication, collaborative approach, professionalism, practical guidance, commitment and support have been exceptional since the beginning of our relationship.'
‘Rostislav Pekař and Matej Pustay are always available, efficient, aggressive when necessary, and committed to the result.'

Key clients

BMI střešní a hydroizolační systémy
ČEZ
Foreign Disputes Department of the State of Libya
Menzies Aviation (Czech), s.r.o.
Rand Investments
The Ministry of Environment and Energy of the Republic of Croatia
The Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic
The Republic of Ecuador
The Republic of Kosovo
The Republic of Latvia
The Republic of Romania
Coropi Holdings Limited
Kalemegdan Investments Limited
Erinn Bernard Broshko

Work highlights

Successfully represented the Foreign Disputes Department of the State of Libya in investment arbitration proceedings relating to compensation for expropriation conducted in the 1970s.
Successfully represented the Republic of Kosovo in investment arbitration proceedings relating to the banking, telecoms and oil and gas sectors.
Representing the Slovak Republic in a investment treaty arbitration worth $568m initiated by US oil and gas company Discovery Global LLC, arising under the US-Slovakia bilateral investment treaty.