In tandem with the firm’s corporate practice, the team at Lakatos, Köves and Partners advises on the full range of IP matters. As well as providing IP-related support regarding M&A transactions, the group covers trade mark filings and renewals, brand protection, IP disputes and infringement cases. The group fields particular expertise in the financial services, energy and telecoms sectors and continues to take on new clients from the technology, FMCG and automotive industries. ‘Expert in copyright and IT matters’ Iván Sólyom leads the team, and Alekszej Dubalár brings a wealth of additional experience in IP litigation to the group.
Testimonials
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‘Their client focus, responsiveness, business-minded approach and knowledge of our industry makes them unique for us. The team is a pleasure to work with. They have skill, expertise and excellent communication skills.’
‘I have worked with Iván Sólyom for several years now and he has always proven to be an expert in copyright and IT matters. He is very dedicated, quick and bright.’
Key clients
- Allegro
- Vodafone
- Indotek
- Philip Morris international (PMI)
- Foundation for the Protection of the Traditional Cheese of Cyprus named Halloumi
- MARS Group
- Szentkirályi Kékkúti Ásványvíz, subsidiary of Karlovarské minerální vody, Mattoni Group
- Zenitech Group
- Snap Inc.
- Fruit of the Loom Ltd.
- Aston Martin
Work highlights
- Advised Allegro on buy-side due diligance issues in relation to the purchase of the Mall Group a.s., WE|DO CZ s.r.o. and their subsidiary undertakings.
- Advised Vodafone plc on the sale of Vodafone Hungary to 4iG Nyrt. and Corvinus Zrt. for €1.7bn.
- Advised Zenitech Group on the acquisition of Autsoft, a Hungarian company engaged in customised software development and software solutions in artificial intelligence and IoT Platforms.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Iván Sólyom