Dispute resolution

Szecskay Attorneys at Law

The DAF trucks cartel case has been a key focus for the dispute resolution team at Szecskay Attorneys at Law. The team is also increasing its arbitration presence, participating in proceedings before the Arbitration Court attached to the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The team works on an international level, with a client base that spans multiple jurisdictions. Practice head Miklós Boronkay is handling the DAF trucks cartel follow-on litigation cases both in Hungary and before the CJEU. ‘Exceptionally qualified and great arbitrator’ András Szecskay continues to be an active senior member of the team. György Wellmann handles both domestic and international litigation and arbitration cases.

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Testimonials

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‘Special mention must go to Miklós Boronkay who is not only an excellent lawyer but is a joy to work with. He understands the concerns clients may have, knowing the bigger picture of the case and works with you to resolve them.'
‘Miklós Boronkay is in a league of his own. His strategic thinking is unmatched, and his legal skills are outstanding. He has an excellent grasp of the key legal issues and is able to convey his advice in clear terms. He fights tooth and nail for advancing the client's objectives.’
‘When it comes to international dispute resolution, Szecskay's standing on the Hungarian market is unique. From a foreign perspective, this holds true both when it comes to international commercial arbitration and Hungarian state court proceedings (in an international context). Szecskay's dispute resolution team is a pleasure to work with.'
'It is impressive how Miklós Boronkay managed to assemble a brilliant and highly likeable team.'
‘I would like to single out Miklós Boronkay and György Wellmann. We have worked with both of them over the past decade and their service has been nothing short of amazing. If you need dispute resolution support in Hungary, look no further.'
‘Miklós Boronkay always excels. He is an excellent litigator and arbitrator who can make the most complicated issues look easy.'
‘They are highly skilled, pragmatic. A particular strength is to develop litigation strategy.’
‘András Szecskay and Miklós Boronkay are both exceptionally qualified and great arbitrators and dispute professionals.'

Key clients

DAF Trucks N.V.
DIGI Communications N.V.
Former executives of a Hungarian oil company
Dob utca 93 Kft.
COFCO International Ltd.
STX corporation
Arburg
European Union
Mikromikomed Kft.
Gedeon Richter Plc.
MGI International Sales Co. Limited (Hong Kong) and Latvia MGI Tech SIA (Latvia): members of the Chinese BGI Companies
CE Dynamic Kft.
Scott & Fyfe Ltd.

Work highlights

Representing DAF Trucks in a number of competition damages actions brought against the client based on the European Commission’s decision in the truck infringement case.
Representing Gedeon Richter in a dispute related to the granting of a public health compulsory licence for the patented active substance of remdesivir.
Representing the European Union in relation to a damages claim brought against a former Member of the European Parliament concerning alleged budget fraud.

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