Wolf Theiss' team is led by Rudolf Pfeffer, who has expertise in advising lenders, borrowers and sponsors on all aspects of local and international finance transactions, including leveraged finance and real estate finance. The team has placed advisory work relating to loans at the heart of its offering, and has expertise covering all forms of lending. On the regulatory side, the firm has advised international clients on issues related to MiFID II, CRD IV, PSD2 and AML.
Testimonials
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‘Excellent advice and very responsive.’
‘Rudolf Pfeffer - very knowledgeable, pragmatic and responsive. Gets to the nub of an issue and suggests possible solutions. A joy to work with.’
‘Wolf Theiss in Slovakia stands out for its extensive experience in banking and finance, particularly in handling complex regulatory matters related to fintech.'
- 'What truly sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to gaining a profound understanding of their clients' businesses. This deep knowledge enables them to deliver legal advice that is not only technically sound but also strategically aligned with their clients' goals. Their admirable focus on building enduring client relationships further enhances their reputation as a trusted advisor in the field.’
‘The lawyers at Wolf Theiss in Slovakia possess exceptional first-hand experience in advising fintech companies, grounded in their profound understanding of commercial and regulatory intricacies.'
- 'Rudolf Pfeffer stands out as an outstanding lawyer. He brings a wealth of expertise in banking and financial services to the table, with a dedicated focus on fintech. Rudolf's extensive knowledge and experience provide clients with invaluable insights for navigating complex regulatory landscapes. His meticulous approach and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction consistently ensure the delivery of top-notch, tailored legal advice.’
Key clients
- Packeta
- Erste Group Bank
- Raiffeisen Bank International
- Slovenská sporiteľňa
- ING Bank
- Bayerische Landesbank
- Helaba (Landesbank Hessen-Thüringen)
- Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale
Work highlights
- Advised Packeta Group and its local subsidiary in Slovakia on local aspects of the successful debut club financing provided by a club of major Czech banks, headed by Česká spořitelna, and comprising UniCredit Bank Czech Republic and Slovakia and the Czech branch of Citibank Europe.
- Advising Erste Group Bank, as arranger, on the establishment of the €7.5bn debt issuance programme of Slovenská sporiteľňa.
- Advising Erste Bank Group, Erste Bank Croatia, Česká spořitelna and Slovenská sporiteľňa on the establishment of a multi-issuer programme for the issuance of notes for MREL and own funds purposes.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Rudolf Pfeffer