Áron Károlyi-Szabó
DentonsDentons’ ‘highly skilled, professional and committed’ competition team offers a full spectrum of services, from relevant transactional advice to representation in investigatons. The practice also supports clients with the design and implementation of compliance programs and competition law audits. István Réczicza and Tünde Gönczöl jointly lead the team; the former Réczicza is typically instructed by clients from regulated industries, with a focus on foreign investment, state aid and antitrust matters, while the latter has a wealth of experience representing clients before the HCA. Áron Károlyi-Szabó regularly advises on regulatory matters and contributes to the practice’s international offering, advising on issues under both EU and domestic law.
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‘Dentons Hungary is extremely competent in the area of competition law. We receive timely answers to questions, deadlines are met under all circumstances. Dentons proactively provides us with information (changes in legislation, etc.) and provides competition law training for our employees. Very good availability of lawyers, which is very much appreciated.’
‘Áron Károlyi-Szabó is our competent contact in competition law questions. We have very good experiences with him as he is extremely competent in the topic, very precise and always available.’
‘They are business oriented and very responsive towards our needs.’
‘I worked in particular with Tünde Gönczöl and she has an outstanding understanding of the business needs and a very good legal background.’
‘Very deep expertise and experience in the field of competition law. They understand the business-related issues as well and can provide tailor-made solutions for the client. They are also very flexible in finding suitable fee structures. Their availability is also excellent, very easy to contact them and organise meetings. ’
‘Client-focused and business-oriented approach.'
‘They provide excellent legal services. The team is highly skilled, professional and committed. They have shown remarkable attention to detail and a deep understanding of the intricacies of our cases.’
‘I was very impressed with Tünde Gönczöl's professionalism and commitment. She was always available and responsive, addressing my concerns immediately and keeping me informed at every stage. Her attention to detail and thorough preparation contributed significantly to the positive resolution of our legal matters.’
Key clients
- Vodafone
- BASF
- Nestlé
- Essity
- Foxconn Interconnect Technology Limited (Hon Hai Technology Group)
- Samsung
- Porsche Hungaria
- Extreme Digital-eMAG Kft.
- Dante International SA
- Vascular Venture
- Optima Group/ Globe Trade Centre SA
- Deutsche Lotto- und Sportswetten Limited
- Wing Zrt.
Work highlights
- Represented Vodafone in litigation against the GVH concerning the GVH’s decision to impose a significant fine on the client for infringing the provisions of the Act on the Prohibition of Unfair Commercial Practices against Consumers.
- Assisting with the Hungarian merger filing aspects of Foxconn Interconnect Technology's acquisition of Prettl SWH.
- Assisting Vascular Venture with the implementation of a comprehensive compliance program, including compliance training covering both competition law and anti-corruption, and an update to the company's dawn raid policy.
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Tünde Gönczöl
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István Réczicza, Tünde Gönczöl