A&O Shearman primarily focuses on cartel defence work, behavioural investigations, merger controls, and investigations in front of the Czech Office for the Protection of Competition. Representing multinational corporations and leading Czech businesses from sectors such as TMT, energy, retail, and life sciences, the firm also advises on regulations within the agricultural and food industry. Recently, the group has seen increased rates of work relating to foreign direct investment control. The practice is co-led by Marta Sendrowicz and senior associate Ivana Halamová Dobíšková, who has considerable experience with merger clearance procedures before the European Commission.
Testimonials
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- 'The team at Allen & Overy always try to find a solution that matches their client's business needs.'
‘Ivana Halamová Dobíšková is a real expert in her field. She understands the regulatory law and monitors the decisions of authorities. She speaks clearly, is professional, communicates well, and is always helpful. She finds business-oriented solutions, and we appreciate her cooperation.'
Key clients
- W.A.G payment solutions plc
- Potysz health, investiční fond s proměnným základním kapitálem, a.s.
Work highlights
- Advised Open Text Corporation about the acquisition of Micro Focus, including a Czech company.
- Advised Potysz health, investiční fond s proměnným základním kapitálem, a.s. on the competition aspects of its acquisition of 55% share in Chronicare Group a.s. by PHF Senatorium a.s. from Medica Healthworld a.s.