Clifford Chance regularly advises on bond issuances, business transfers, large-scale group restructurings, and real estate investment and disposals. The offering is led by expert David Koláček, who demonstrates know-how in joint ventures, private equity transactions, and the tax elements of M&A deals. Also notable within the practice is Petr Šebesta, who handles tax litigation and the tax aspects of debt and equity financing.

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Key clients

  • Sev.en Energy Group
  • Volkswagen AG
  • International group engaged primarily in coal, oil and gas business
  • TCCM s.r.o.
  • The Charnwood Company, s.r.o.
  • J&T BANKA
  • CTP
  • Česká spořitelna, a.s.
  • CPI Property Group
  • Bytedance (HK) Limited
  • Allegro
  • Gramexo

Work highlights

  • Advised Arçelik on the tax aspects of transaction documentation connected to a joint venture between the client's subsidiary, Ardutch, and Whirlpool EMEA Holding.
  • Conducted tax due diligence of a target company, Woltair, in a EUR16.3m Series A funding from ArcTern Ventures Fund.
  • Advised Oriens on tax structuring and post-closing steps connected to the acquisition of PRAMEN.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

David Koláček

Other key lawyers

Petr Šebesta