Kocián Šolc Balaštík’s intellectual property offering is reputed for its strengths in the IT and e-commerce sectors, and has demonstrated recent growth in the regulation of web platforms and non-personal data protection. The group guides clients through all IP issues, such as unfair competition, disputes relating to the unauthorised use of protected real estate projects, regulatory concerns, and software licensing agreements. The team is co-led by Sylvie Sobolová, who also covers competition and public procurement work, and Drahomír Tomašuk, who advises on TMT and M&A-related IP cases. Petra Mirovská is a key contact within the department and has extensive experience in litigation relating to trade secrets.
Testimonials
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‘Excellent approach, perfect knowledge of the legal procedures and techniques, and delivers excellent results.’
‘Petra Mirovská can deliver long-term, consistent legal solutions. She offers detail-oriented adherence to procedures, which our opponents subsequently have a problem with.'
‘We are always satisfied with KSB's services. Milada Kürtösiová is always professional, has a good knowledge of the law, and extensive practical experience.'
'A professional team and it is a pleasure to deal with them.'
Key clients
- Bjarke Ingels Group A/S
- Sandberg Capital
- Seyfor, a.s.
- REMA AOS
- Dobrobot Foundation Fund
- Mattoni 1873, a.s.
- Pivní lázně Praha, s.r.o.
- Bydlení bez kauce s.r.o.
- Henning Larsen
- Asental Group
- REMA Systém
- Národní divadlo - Czech National Theatre
- Radio Free Europe
- Bakala Capital
Work highlights
- Assisting Bjarke Ingels Group in preparing and negotiating the contractual documentation for the architectural study, project documentation, and related activities for the Vltava Philharmonic Hall project.
- Advising Sandberg Capital on a major IT and education transaction, specifically on its investment in the Czech kindergarten management application Twigsee.
- Assisting Seyfor, in a significant IT acquisition focused on expansion in the Slovak market, acquiring vehicle monitoring company Commander Services from PosAm.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sylvie Sobolová, Drahomír Tomašuk