Dispute resolution is one of the three core practice areas at Forgó, Damjanovic & Partners Law Firm. The firm’s dispute resolution team fields strong cross-border capabilities, regularly handling disputes with international elements. The group noted a recent increase in corporate disputes. Gábor Damjanovic and Zoltán Forgó jointly lead the team; the former acts as an arbitrator in a range of construction, real estate, energy, TMT and M&A and commercial cases, while the latter’s expertise in transactional work sees him handling a range of disputes deriving from corporate and M&A deals.
Testimonials
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‘Gábor Damjanovic stands out with his expertise.’
‘Zoltán Forgó was instrumental in analysing the potential risks and upsides for us in the litigious situation and in building up and executing a communication strategy with our counterparty. He forcefully lead the negotiation with the counterparty and guided the dispute to a good exit transaction. I would note that he is a tough negotiator but at the same time he is able to throw many alternatives on the table which yielded good results.'
‘Creativity: I've found that Forgó, Damjanovic & Partners' dispute resolution team is known for their creative approach to solving disputes. They think outside the box and tailor strategies to each case. Problem-Solving: the team excels at problem-solving, dissecting complex issues, and developing effective strategies to resolve disputes. Good Results: they consistently achieve positive outcomes, whether through negotiation, alternative methods, or litigation. Responsiveness: I appreciate their commitment to staying responsive and keeping clients informed throughout the dispute resolution process.’
‘Gábor Damjanovic and Réka Bali exemplify professionalism and a deep commitment to finding effective solutions for our clients. Their exceptional problem-solving skills and dedication to facilitating communication with domestic entities, including banks, have consistently proven invaluable in achieving successful outcomes for a diverse range of cases.'
‘The strength of this practice is Gábor Damjanovic, who is a likeable, down-to-earth, yet very smart lawyer.’
‘I would highlight the work of Gábor Damjanovic and especially his no-nonsense approach and his vast experience.’
‘Gábor Damjanovic is not only one of the best arbitrators/arbitration lawyers in Hungary, but also a man of integrity (and great wit). Perfect mix of technical legal knowledge and practical common sense with business acumen.’
‘Gábor Damjanovic is my go-to person for any complex commercial case in Hungary. He is trustworthy, experienced and solid and provides sound business and litigation strategy advice.’
Key clients
- Cargill Group
- Obton A/S
- the Benetton family
- Nielsen Corporation
- HDI Global SE
- Finext Group
- Centrope Holdings Limited/EUROVEGAS
- the Finext Group
- Due A srl
- Hungarian Post Insurance Company
- SKECHERS
- Triumph Motorcycles Ltd.
- Unipetrol Group
- GIR Refractories
Work highlights
- Representing HDI Global Insurance Company in a case whereby the client’s insured company, Oliefabriek Van Damme, and its Hungarian subsidiary, delivered oil for chocolate production which was allegedly contaminated with salmonella to Barry Callebaut in Belgium.
- Successfully represented EUROVEGAS Group in a shareholder claim worth over €50m.
- Represented a financial services company in ten shareholders’ disputes aiming at the cancellation of several general meeting resolutions, initiated by one of the shareholders with significant minority voting rights.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Gábor Damjanovic, Zoltán Forgó