Dentons’ dispute resolution practice showcases strengths in both the gamut of civil disputes, and white-collar crime cases. The firm counts employment disputes, commercial litigation, and insolvency claims within its scope of regular work, and acts for clients from industries including energy, tech, and financial services. A significant proportion of the team’s contentious cases involve a cross-border element. Seasoned litigator Ladislav Smejkal heads up the department and has a wealth of experience in complex construction disputes, as well as employment-related litigation. TMT specialist Zdeněk Kučera further bolsters the group’s capabilities and focuses on disputes relating to IP, IT and data privacy.
Testimonials
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‘Zdeněk Kučera is an expert in many aspects, his specific skills and contacts are outstanding as well as his complex summaries and proposed solutions.’
‘Very proactive, ability to "think out of the box" and propose bold and innovative strategies.'
‘Ladislav Smejkal fosters very good client relationships, and is experienced and knowledgeable.'
‘Large working team, wide range of legal specialisations, and good cooperation among members of the team.'
'Personal approach to the client.'
Key clients
- Česká spořitelna
- Československá obchodní banka
- STRABAG
- Hochtief
- Sev.en Energy (including Elektrárna Chvaletice and Elektrárna Počerady)
- Vestar Group and King´s Casino
- KKCG / MND
- Veolia
- Asseco
- Czech Supreme Administrative Court
- Atlas Consulting
Work highlights
- Successfully represented a major bank in a dispute against a credit insurance company over the payment of due insurance coverage in relation to the commodity transactions financed by the client.
- Successfully defended a major construction group in a criminal case relating to the alleged manipulation of contracts for a major restoration project.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ladislav Smejkal