Kocián Šolc Balaštík is recognised for handling a wide range of matters, including the taxation of intangibles and the personal income tax of residents and foreign nationals. With expertise in advising on cross-border tax elements of business restructurings and international holding structures, the firm also assists clients with private equity and pension fund investments. Elsewhere, the group advises on tax-related litigation and VAT claims in relation to TV and radio fees. The practice is co-led by Jan Černohouz, who specialises in corporate tax, and Helena Navrátilová, who is often instructed by international tax proceedings to cover tax administration and proceedings.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The team is knowledgeable and adopts a pro-client approach when it comes to availability.'
  • 'They understand our business well, respond quickly and communicate well.'
  • 'KSB has the tradition of being based on conservative values, but yet being able to accommodate towards modern environment and new technology fields.'
  • 'Jan Černohouz is extremely approachable and has vast experience in tax matters. He is a pleasure to communicate with and he communicates complex matters clearly.'
  • 'Jan Černohouz is approachable, has attention to detail, and articulates complex matters clearly.'

Key clients

  • Rockaway Group of companies
  • Avast Software
  • Ronaldsay BV
  • Česká televize (Czech television)
  • IHI Towers
  • YIT Stavo
  • Mattoni 1873
  • SAVENCIA SERVICES EUROPE
  • Vodafone
  • LABORATOIRES URGO HEALTHCARE
  • REMA Group
  • Blue Peak
  • FCA Bank
  • Vodafone
  • AGPI
  • Vrgineers
  • Silkes Winekeller
  • SFG Holding

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Jan Černohouz, Helena Navrátilová