Continually expanding its international client base, the commercial, corporate and M&A team at Noerr is highly valued for its strong cross-border capabilities. The team advises international clients on investments and joint ventures, and has a strong track record assisting new entrants to the Hungarian market. With a balanced sellers and bidders practice, Ákos Mátés-Lányi advises on cross-border M&A transactions and leads the team alongside Eszter Sieber-Fazakas, who was promoted to partner in January 2022, and whose practice focuses on various commercial matters. Tímea Molnár regularly represents clients in commercial law disputes before Hungarian courts, while Réka Zámbó offers advice on company establishment. At the senior associate level, Eszter Hegedűs is recommended.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The Noerr team operates in an international and inter-disciplinary manner. They have supported us in a cross-border matter with a well aligned group from Hungary and Germany. The team is well established, all relevant legal fields were covered very professionally, without wasting capacities for unnecessary internal alignments.’

  • ‘Steffen Burrer and Eszter Sieber-Fazakas are highly professional and effective lawyers. Their dedicated work, perfectly analysing the factual and legal situation, helped us a lot. We value the responsive, uncomplicated and always highly professional communication and alignment with our legal department.'

  • ‘Throughout our many years of working with the M&A team, we have always received the highest quality legal support. Their pragmatic, solution-oriented approach helps clients in all industries to successfully complete even the most complex transactions. Their close collaboration with other teams in their practice enables them to effectively deal with any issues that may arise during a transaction.’

  • ‘Ákos Mátés-Lányi provides outstanding legal support in transactions involving specialised sectors with unrivalled knowledge and experience in the market. His professional and personal approach and the relaxed yet professional atmosphere he creates ensures that the client receives the highest quality service. His reliability, responsiveness and enthusiasm are indisputable.'

  • ‘Diverse and professional team, offering advice at European and local market level. I've appreciated the very quick response time, detailed but understandable reviews and advice. Very good communication level in the team, saving time during complex projects.'

  • ‘I've had the pleasure of working with Noerr Budapest's M&A department, and I must say, they are truly exceptional. What makes them stand out is their dedication to providing customised solutions and their deep understanding of both local and international markets. One thing that really impressed me was their ability to handle complex cross-border transactions with ease. Their track record of successfully closing deals and their in-depth knowledge of regulatory matters gave me confidence in their capabilities.'

  • 'When it comes to M&A, they prioritise practical, business-oriented advice, which was exactly what I needed. Their collaborative approach is evident in their work. They seamlessly coordinate with other Noerr offices and global networks, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive advice, particularly when dealing with international matters. Comparing them to other firms, I can confidently say that their extensive industry knowledge, local insights, and forward-thinking approach to M&A set them apart.'

  • ‘Ákos Mátés-Lányi is a true standout in the legal industry. His leadership and expertise have played a pivotal role in making the department what it is today. Ákos possesses an unparalleled depth of knowledge in mergers and acquisitions, and his ability to navigate complex deals with precision is truly remarkable. His strategic vision and dedication to providing top-notch service to clients make him an invaluable asset.'

Key clients

  • Stellantis
  • Normeston Group
  • Saint-Gobain S.A.
  • Rubix Group
  • Mercedes-Benz Hungária Kft.
  • Valeo
  • OXO Technologies Holding
  • BBA Capital Partners
  • OWP Brillen GmbH
  • Agroloop
  • Panattoni
  • KUKA Hungária
  • Intrum
  • ICON Plc.
  • Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Hungary
  • thyssenkrupp Components Technologies Hungary
  • Giant Bicycles
  • SAIC Motor Europe B.V.
  • CATH
  • CLAAS Hungaria
  • Accelsiors GmbH

Work highlights

  • Advising Stellantis on its acquisition of aiMotive, a developer of advanced software for artificial intelligence and autonomous driving.
  • Advising the Normeston Group on the sale of 79 service stations in Hungary to MOL.
  • Assisting with the acquisition of the Hungarian subsidiaries of a Benelux-based building materials manufacturer.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ákos Mátés-Lányi, Eszter Sieber-Fazakas

Other key lawyers

Réka Zámbó, Tímea Molnár, Steffen Burrer, Eszter Hegedűs