Construction and project development cases are a key area of expertise for the dispute resolution practice at CERHA HEMPEL Dezso & Partners. Bankruptcy is another of the group’s focal points, and the group is well known for representing creditors in bankruptcy procedures and specialising in enforcing claims against the shareholders and company directors of bankrupt companies. With over 20 years’ experience in the field, Ilona Rónay-Csordás leads the team. András Fenyőházi has a wealth of experience in construction claim management relating to infrastructure and commercial projects. Bence Rajkai also specialises in construction claims management, while Zsanett Szabó is an expert in dispute resolution pertaining to the real estate space, as is Flóra Gábeli. Károly Zaicsek counts a number of banks among his core clients, and regularly acts in damages cases and debt recovery lawsuits. Evelin Varga and Anna Nánási are also key names to note.
Testimonials
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- ‘We have worked with several law firms before, both with Hungarian and international ones, however we never experienced such an excellent ability "to put oneself in the client's shoes" as the team of CERHA HEMPEL Dezső & Partners has.’
‘Regardless of whichever team member had a particular role or contribution to the case, we continuously experienced just the same high level representation of our company. Each individual can be characterised by a strong client-focused approach, high-level professionalism and remarkable vocation.’
‘My impression of the dispute resolution practice team of Cerha Hempel is that they are reliable, time-efficient in their case management, have a matter-of-fact approach, good situational awareness in negotiations, and quick and thoughtful reactions.’
‘András Fenyőházi: short response times, very understandable explanations, broad knowledge of the Hungarian law, combined with a pragmatic and economical view.’
‘Not only are they skilled in providing traditional corporate legal services, but they are also professional in handling complex, often cross-border legal issues. They cover the full spectrum of company and commercial law. Of course, they are equally familiar with European Community law and national law.’
‘Their cooperation with clients and partner organisations is impeccable.’
‘These practitioners provide high-level professional knowledge, creativity and flexible client management.’
Key clients
- Swietelsky Magyarország Kft
- Public Procurement Dispute Resolution Body
- Agro-Pacht Kft. - an agribusiness with an international background
- GE Hungary Kft.
- Scheldebouw B.V. [Atlas Holdings LLC (Connecticut, USA)]
- KÁTA CNC Kft.
- FirstFarms Hungary Kft.
- WashTec GmbH
Work highlights
- Representing Swietelsky Magyarország in a number of litigations and arbitrations.
- Representing GE Hungary in litigation.
- Representing Scheldebouw in claims arising from the construction of a new skyscraper in Budapest.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ilona Rónay-Csordás, András Fenyőházi