Partos & Noblet in co-operation with Hogan Lovells International LLP provides comprehensive legal services in the real estate sector, advising on transactions, leasing, management issues, construction matters, disputes, financing and fund-related work. The firm supports clients across retail, office, industrial and residential sectors. Co-head Christopher Noblet brings significant expertise in cross-border transactions within the CEE region, while co-head Sándor Békési specialises in sale, purchase and leasing transactions, as well as major construction and contentious matters. Dóra Szilas plays a key role, focusing on retail, hotel and office leasing, as well as industrial and logistics projects, offering tailored advice across diverse real estate matters.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The firm is renowned for its excellent service and solutions-driven approach. In a market where transparency is not always apparent and where there is a tendency for lawyers to highlight barriers to a deal rather than how they can be overcome, the firm's approach is invaluable.’

  • ‘Christopher Noblet is an outstanding lawyer from both a commercial and ethical perspective. In a market where many believe their role is to find problems, Christopher understands his role is to deliver effective solutions.'

  • ‘The team has been nothing but exceptional in every aspect one would expect from a law firm for an international investor looking to invest in Hungary. The team is always accessible and up-to-date on all matters within the investment/management process.’

  • ‘Sándor Békési is very proactive and always thinking ahead of the next step. He is very detail-focused, which along with his proactive attitude, makes the client feel that nothing is being missed and in good hands. Sándor is reachable throughout the clock which is especially important for international clients with a time difference. He is a great negotiator who fully understands the needs of the client and is also capable of picking out the smallest of details in negotiations. I would not like to be sitting across the negotiation table from him.’

  • ‘Focusing on client demands, understanding it quickly, offering their own experience with certain business groups is a very positive feature of the law firm.’

  • ‘One of the strengths of the team is the very short reaction time whenever they are contacted. What is unique is that they are truly trusted advisors and they take into account all and any aspects of a legal matter. They have a complex approach and always have a long-term strategy. There is a good cohesion in the need and they represent a high level of professionalism.’

  • ‘The team can provide high-level solutions/advice in all legal aspects that may arise in the field of real estate management. Specialised colleagues have in-depth knowledge and experience in their fields. Each colleague speaks excellent English and has outstanding negotiation skills. They always consider the full picture and real teamwork describes their approach. They always provide precise, high-quality work and keep deadlines.’

  • ‘Dóra Szilas Sándor Békési are always at our prompt service from the smallest to the big-scale requests. They provide the highest professionalism in their work and have an innovative approach towards different matters. They are both very nice people on a personal level as well which is an add-on to our daily cooperation.’

Key clients

  • NEPI Rockcastle
  • Mapletree
  • JR AMC
  • AEW
  • (DWS) Deutsche Asset Management
  • Ovivo Group

Work highlights

  • Advising Mapletree on various matters at its logistics warehousing sites at Batta and Üllő.
  • Advised JR AMC on their debut investment in Central Eastern Europe, the acquisition of the Nordic Light Trio building from Skanska and also on other potential investments in Hungary.
  • Advising AEW’s local entities on leasing and other matters in relation to its office building at Andrássy út 11 and 12.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Sándor Békési
Partos & Noblet in co-operation with Hogan Lovells International LLP

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Christopher Noblet, Sándor Békési

Other key lawyers

Dóra Szilas