Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm’s holistic approach sees the commercial, corporate and M&A team, led by Péter Göndöcz, handle the entire life cycle of transactions across the manufacturing, digital technologies, and software and engineering sectors. Ákos Szauter counts national and international strategic investors, private equity and venture capital funds among his core clients. The practice’s strong team of managing associates includes Albert Fábián and Szabolcs Séllyei, who specialise in M&A transactions, and Márk Chiovini, who brings expertise in joint ventures and due diligence to the group. Máté Fekete focuses his practice on investments and commercial matters.
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‘Both Ákos Szauter and Dorottya Marjai are very knowledgeable, quick in response and very pragmatic with clear understanding of client needs.’
‘Dorottya Marjai is a very helpful and responsive practitioner.’
‘A massive and well-regarded player on the Hungarian M&A market. They have a stellar track record and really know what matters on the market. They think beyond conventional approaches and often come up with innovative solutions that maximise value for their clients. This includes finding ways to mitigate risks and optimise legal, business and tax efficiency.'
‘They have a deep understanding of the ever-evolving legal landscape and are often at the forefront of shaping new standards. Their innovative legal strategies set the tone for certain areas of the industry.'
'Péter Göndöcz is well known as a deal architect. He possesses a unique ability to structure complex transactions creatively, finding solutions that others might overlook. His knack for anticipating potential challenges and mitigating risks makes him invaluable to clients. He is also a great negotiator; he knows when to push and when to compromise.'
'Albert Fábián is well known for his diligent and reliable work.'
‘Albert Fábián is very pro-active and has a profound knowledge in renewable energy deals. Szabolcs Séllyei is a very talented and reliable professional. Péter Göndöcz is a great strategists with outstanding commercial awareness.’
‘Deloitte Hungary's lawyers form an excellent team and are our trusted partners for M&A and corporate engagements. All of them are available, up-to-date, accurate and quick. Besides this, Deloitte's team has outstanding legal expertise, business acumen, proactivity and project management capabilities.’
‘Ákos Szauter is a seasoned lawyer with vast M&A experience. Ákos stands out with his M&A expertise, negotiation skills, project management skills, business acumen and proactivity. Szabolcs Séllyei has very deep M&A knowledge, an outstanding eye for details and drafting. He is always up to date, oversees the big picture and is capable to comprehend and solve complex problems.’
Key clients
- Szipress Kft.
- PortfoLion Capital Partners
- HaskoningDHV Nederland B.V.
- Power ON US Inc.
- Neopharm Investments 1966 Ltd.
- H&S Group B.V.
- Interwaste Kft.
- Isolier- und Dammtechnik Handels GmbH
- HELL Group
- AKABIM Hungary Kft.
Work highlights
- Advised a fund managed by PortfoLion Capital Partners as lead investor, together with two other co-investors, on an equity investment in Coding Giants, a Polish programming school, and acquisition of a 15% stake.
- Assisted H&S Group and its subsidiary, H&S Group Hungary, with the acquisition of the Hungarian subsidiary of an Austrian transport company, Alois Steiner.
- Assisted Neopharm Investments 1966 with the acquisition of a Hungarian manufacturer of pre-medicine for vaccines.
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Péter Göndöcz