Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o.
The Bratislava-based team at Squire Patton Boggs s.r.o. forms an integral part of the firm’s international dispute resolution team, which operates across multiple jurisdictions, under the leadership of US-based arbitration specialist Stephen Anway and Rostislav Pekař in Prague. In Slovakia, Tatiana Prokopová is the key senior contact. The firm is experienced in handling investor-state cases concerning natural resources, as well as commercial arbitrations for clients in the real estate, healthcare and construction sectors. Eva Dragúňová focuses on international and domestic dispute resolution, and regularly represents clients before local courts and administrative authorities. Jakub Kamenický is also recommended.
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‘The firm stands out as an exceptional legal powerhouse, setting a benchmark for excellence in the field. What truly distinguishes this firm is its remarkable team of legal experts, whose dedication, skill, and passion for innovation are nothing short of extraordinary.'
'They work seamlessly together, harnessing their collective expertise to tackle complex legal challenges with finesse.'
'Their commitment to meticulousness is unparalleled; they meticulously follow a step-by-step process, leaving no stone unturned.'
'Clients can rest assured that they will be kept informed at every juncture, ensuring transparency and trust throughout the legal journey. But what truly sets SPB apart is their unwavering attention to detail. They go above and beyond to ensure that every single facet of a case is meticulously addressed, leaving no room for error.’
Key clients
- The Ministry of Finance of the Slovak Republic
- The Republic of Kosovo
- Foreign Disputes Department of the State of Libya
- Rand Investments
- Republic of Croatia
- Government of Turkmenistan
- Tesco Stores
- Romanian Embassy
- Valvoline
Work highlights
- Representing the Slovak Republic in an investment treaty arbitration of $568m initiated by US oil and gas company Discovery Global LLC, arising under the US-Slovakia bilateral investment treaty.
- Successfully represented the Republic of Croatia by dismissing a claim of €200m brought before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes in relation to a property located next to Mirogoj cemetery.
- Successfully represented the Republic of Turkmenistan, obtaining complete dismissal of all claims on the merits, valued at $2bn, and obtaining a cost award from a telecoms company of over $11m, in an ICSID arbitration case.
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Stephen Anway, Rostislav Pekař, Tatiana Prokopová