Competition

Kinstellar Andrékó Ferenczi & Társai Ügyvédi Iroda

The competition practice at Kinstellar Andrékó Ferenczi & Társai Ügyvédi Iroda is highly respected for its broad expertise and involvement in major investigations led by the Hungarian Competition Authority. The team ‘brings a wealth of experience and specialised knowledge' across sectors, handling merger control, unfair competition, abuse of dominance, cartel agreements, dawn raids, compliance policies and state aid regulatory clearances. Péter Vörös, head of the practice, is particularly known for his representation in high-profile cartel, abuse of dominance and unfair competition cases before Hungarian and European authorities. Orsolya Staniszewski focuses on competition law, including merger control, cartel cases, and state aid, while Fanni Oroszi has notable experience in cartels, abuse of dominance, and consumer protection.

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Testimonials

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'The team comprises professionals with diverse backgrounds and specialised knowledge in various sectors. This enables them to provide tailored solutions that address specific client needs, setting them apart from more generalised firms.'
'The team members bring a wealth of experience and specialised knowledge in their respective fields.'
'Very cooperative, always available, flexible and quick.'
'Péter Vörös was always available and reliable, with very deep knowledge and extensive experience in competition law.'
'Péter Vörös is a well-known competition lawyer. His vast experience contributes to the success of projects.'

Key clients

Nitrogénművek Zrt.
MAVIR Zrt.
HUPX Zrt
Cofidis
Vinci Airports S.A.S.
Media Markt Magyarország Kft.
Pozitív Energiaforrás Kft.
MVM Energetika Zrt.
TargetEx Kft.
Transit-Speed Kft.
Nestlé Hungária Kft.
Hilcz és Fia Kft.
Vodafone Magyarország Zrt.

Work highlights

Representing Nitrogénművek Zrt., a Hungarian fertiliser producer, in a Hungarian cartel case, in which the Hungarian Competition Authority imposed a fine of EUR 36.8m.
Advised the Hungarian Power Exchange (HUPX), together with the Hungarian Transmission System Operator, MAVIR, on a transaction aimed at creating a leading regional power exchange serving Central and South-Eastern Europe (CSEE).
Representing Vinci in its contemplated acquisition and joint venture of the group managing the Hungarian National Airport.

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