Partner; specialised in Corporate, Energy, Employment Law, Energy, Regulatory & Procurement. László is closely involved in strategic power plant and infrastructure development projects, energy market regulations, domestic and international energy trading related arbitrations, as well as in the implementation of renewable energy projects and energy efficiency schemes in the CEE/SEE region.
The projects and energy team at Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyv��di Iroda offers clients a combination of renewable energy and project finance expertise. Solar energy investment projects are a key focus area, and the group is well placed to advise on issues across the whole life cycle. Energy arbitration is a niche area of expertise, and practice co-head Zoltán Faludi is an expert in energy-related dispute resolution. Faludi leads the team alongside László Kenyeres, who is actively involved in renewable energy and infrastructure development projects across Europe. Norbert Bálint specialises in construction projects and sector-related M&A, as well as PPAs, electricity production and gas supply matters. Rregulatory expert Ádám Lukonits’ ‘exceptional knowledge’ spans the LNG, nuclear, hydrogen and district heating fields.
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‘Reliable team, with deep industry knowledge and experience. Acting fast if needed and they focus on the client's needs.’
‘László Kenyeres is one of the best energy lawyers in Hungary, keeps following the rapidly changing regulatory environment. Zoltán Faludi is leading the firm in a unique way, knowing all the details but keeping his focus on the main issues.’
‘The firm's strength lies in its outstanding Hungarian and international transaction experience, combined with a deep understanding, consideration and knowledge of the business environment and the client's business considerations. The service provided is thus more than "just" legal services.’
‘Norbert Bálint is able to provide complex advice on a comprehensive and highly differentiated project, applying multiple disciplines and taking into account multiple business considerations.’
‘The adaptability during the negotiations and the collaboration.’
‘As the regulation for development of photovoltaic projects in Hungary changes extremely fast and is unpredictable, it is crucial to have competent and up to date legal support. This support is provided by Wolf Theiss perfectly.’
‘The team around Norbert Bálint and László Kenyeres has a very professional appearance, extensive energy and transaction know-how, and the ability to accompany and manage large complex projects. Indeed a highly recommendable team.’
‘Norbert Bálint is extremely dedicated, an excellent negotiator and pleasant to work with. Ádám Lukonits is a very professional and responsive lawyer, with an exceptional knowledge of the energy sector.’
Key clients
- BorsodChem
- EFET (European Federation of Energy Traders)
- Optimum Solar
Work highlights
- Providing EFET with a yearly review on the implementation and enforceability of the EFET Electricity and Gas General Agreement in Hungary.
- Advising Optimum Solar on an ongoing basis.
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Partner; specialised in Energy and Natural Resources, Project Finance, Corporate/Mergers & Acquisitions, Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution.
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Senior Associate.
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Counsel, Wolf Theiss, specialising in power plant construction projects, domestic and international litigation (ICSID, ECJ), ECT issues, concession agreements, PPAs, electricity production, network contracts, gas supply and tolling structures both in Hungary and in other Central European countries. In addition to energy, he has also been closely involved in telecoms regulatory matters and regularly comments on sector related topics.
Practice head
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László Kenyeres, Zoltán Faludi