Štěpánka Havlíková
Dentons1
TMT
Dentons’ TMT practice advises on an impressive array of contentious and non-contentious matters within the field, including tech product rollouts, transactions, outsourcings, and IT-related licensing and service agreements. The firm is also recognised for its strengths in regulatory and compliance work and IP-related matters. Recently, the team has witnessed considerable growth in its client base, and has advised global corporations such as Nike, Netflix, and HBO, in addition to local start-ups and investors. Expert Zdeněk Kučera spearheads the department and specialises in structuring complex projects, tech disputes, and the acquisition of IT companies. Kučera is ably supported by Štěpánka Havlíková, who focuses on electronic contracting issues and AI matters, Jiří Maršál, and Kateřina Kučerová.
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Testimonials
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‘The team of Zdeněk Kučera is unique as the team consists of bright and unique team members, all of whom are devoted to their practice area, led by great and recognised professionals with exceptional managerial skills.'
‘Zdeněk Kučera is one of the most respected TMT lawyers in the Czech Republic. He is very responsive and professional.’
‘Zdeněk Kučera is counted among the foremost legal authorities in the IT industry within the country. His comprehensive understanding of the field, pragmatic approach, and exemplary team render him a trusted advisor for our internal legal department, particularly in navigating intricate legal matters.’
'Dentons has unique experience in IT law, software contracts and licensing. Dentons' TMT team provides a unique combination of expertise with strong technology overlap and business-oriented approach. I appreciate their excellent cooperation and efficient communication within their team, enabling them to deliver high-quality work.'
'I can confirm that Štěpánka Havlíková is a smart and hard-working, competent lawyer with great legal skills and a hands-on and business-oriented approach. Cooperation with Štěpánka is pleasant and efficient.'
'The key contact is Zdeněk Kučera – he is diligent, communicative, highly professional, has a wide range of expertise, and is creative and friendly. We also work with Štěpánka Havlíková – she is also very smart, communicative, friendly, and professional.'
'They are particularly strong in anything that relates to software, from complex implementation contracts to contentious matters. A great advantage is that the lawyers in the team have experience not only in negotiation of contracts, but also in their enforcement at courts. That is rare on the market.'
'Zdeněk Kučera - one of the leading experts in this area with great and unique experience.'
Key clients
- Ackee
- Avast
- Asseco
- Atlas Consulting
- Carvago
- Česká spořitelna
- Ceskoslovenská obchodní banka (KBC Group)
- Czech Philharmonic
- Kiwi.com
- Kunsthalle
- Netflix
- Nike
- Raiffeisenbank
- STAPRO
- Tata Communications
- Techniserv
- ViacomCBS
- WarnerMedia / HBO
Work highlights
- Advised Assecco Central Europe on a range of commercial, dispute resolution, IP, public procurement, and corporate matters.
- Advising Ackee on its strategic partnership with Expandia.
- Advised Western Digital on e-commerce regulatory requirements in 12 jurisdictions.
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Zdeněk Kučera
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Zdeněk Kučera