A&O Shearman remain a key contact in the energy sector, often advising distributors and suppliers in regulatory and transactional matters, with the team also handling international arbitrations in this space. The team further benefit from collaboration with the finance, corporate and dispute resolution practices in order to provide clients with all-round services in the energy sector. Working on high-value deals, Tomáš Búry leads the team; Peter Šťastný offers expertise litigating before regulatory authorities, including the regulatory office for network industries. Dárius Balasko is another key name to note.
Projects and energy in Slovakia
A&O Shearman
Praxisleiter:
Tomáš Búry
Kernmandanten
E.ON SE
Západoslovenská distribučná, a.s.
Východoslovenská distribučná, a.s
Energetika Slovensko, a.s.
Kosovo Company for Distribution and Supply of Electricity J.S.C. and Kosovo Electricity Supply Company J.S.C.
SPP – distribúcia, a.s.
Ukraine
Hydro Rein
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised E.ON on consolidation of two energy groups in Slovakia, namely Zapadoslovenska energetika, a.s. (ZSE) (the electricity supplier and distribution system operator in Western Slovakia) and Východoslovenská energetika holding, a.s. (VSE) (the electricity supplier and distribution system operator in Easter).
- Defending Ukraine against claims brought by Modus Energy International B.V., a Dutch company, under the Energy Charter Treaty pursuant to the SCC Arbitration Rules.
- Representing Západoslovenská distribučná, a.s. and Východoslovenská distribučná, a.s. in 60+ court disputes where the producers of electricity are claiming back the payment of the “G-tariff“.
Barger Prekop s.r.o.
Praised by clients for having a ‘professional and skilful team’, Barger Prekop s.r.o. is a key reference in the Slovak market for regulatory advice for both Slovak law and EU law, project development and dispute resolution in the energy sector. At the forefront of the practice, Roman Prekop remains a ‘key contact’ in the industry, supported by Adrian Barger, who is adept in handling M&A energy transactions and Monika Simorova, who has notable proficiency in the natural resources sector. Other key names include the ‘outstanding’ Matus Lahky, who offers a wealth of knowledge in transactions, compliance and competition law. Other key names from the team include: Tomas Surgos and Peter Petho.
Praxisleiter:
Roman Prekop
Referenzen
‘Extensive experience in energy sector and ability to understand cases with technical background.’
‘We are very satisfied with BP proactive and sophisticated approach. We appreciate the broad view that they bring to the solution of novel issues. Also, they are easy to work with, they have human approach.’
‘Roman Prekop is our key contact. He knows the sector in and out and we can rely on his long memory and experience in Slovakia and neighbouring countries. We refer to Adrian Barger in case of complex financings or M&A transactions, especially in cross-border context. Matus Lahky helps us with EU regulatory matters, we see him as a future star in this sector.’
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Hillbridges
Hillbridges is home to strong projects and energy practice, placing a strong focus on work in PPP projects, regulatory advice, transactional work and public procurement aspects. The team also advise on financing matters in the energy and projects space. The team is led by Miroslav Trenčan, who clients praise as a ‘standout lawyer’ in this space; Martin Čabák, who provides ‘clarity and precision’; Zoran Draškovič, specialist in the electricity and gas spaces; and Peter Hodál, who advises on major PP projects. Andrej Adamčík is also a key name to note.
Praxisleiter:
Miroslav Trenčan; Zoran Draškovič; Martin Čabák; Peter Hodál
Referenzen
‘In the energy area, Hillbridges has advised us on regulatory and strategic questions, including the implementation of EU hydrogen rules into Slovak law and interpretation of various EU and Slovak gas regulations in matters critical to our business. Their strength lies in combining deep knowledge of the energy sector with practical guidance that we can use immediately. They are approachable, responsive, and able to deliver clear advice even when the issues are highly technical.’
‘Zoran Draškovič has a very strong grasp of the energy sector and offers quick, pragmatic solutions. Martin Čabák brings clarity and precision on regulatory and compliance issues.‘
‘Hillbridges have a small and tightly knit team of partners and lawyers who focus on high quality work. They are always a pleasure to work with.’
Kernmandanten
Ministry of Transport of the Czech Republic
GLP
NFŠ, a.s. and Tehelné, a.s. (part of Grafobal Group)
Kimex Group
Queensway Restaurants Slovakia, s.r.o.
Energetický a průmyslový holding (EPH Group)
Slovenské elektrárne, a.s.
MIROVA
Green Renewable Energy Company j.s.a.
Transpetrol, a.s.
Nafta, a.s.
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting as legal advisor to the Ministry of Transport of the Czech Republic on the PPP project for the selection of the concessionaire for the design, construction, finance operation and maintenance of the D35 motorway project in Czech Republic.
- Advising Slovenské elektrárne, a.s. on strategic negotiations of nuclear fuel supply and nuclear fuel development contracts.
- Advised Energetický a průmyslový holding, a.s. (EPH) on its agreements with Enel Produzione for acquisition of Slovak Power Holding BV (SPH), which owns a 66% stake in Slovenské elektrárne.
Kinstellar
Kinstellar is a key contact for developers, suppliers and providers in the projects and energy sector, often involving regulatory aspects, project development and work in highly regulated areas such as nuclear energy and CO2 management. The team has also worked on large PPP projects in Slovakia. The group is headed by Roman Oleksik, who brings extensive experience to handling transactional matters in an array of industries, and Erik Neupaver, who heads the local energy and natural resources group.
Praxisleiter:
Roman Oleksik; Erik Neupaver
Kernmandanten
VINCI Concessions
Santander Bank
SEPS
BYD
Hella
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising VINCI CONCESSIONS and Meridiam as sponsors, and the local subsidiary Via Pribina and Via Pribina Operation – companies established in order to carry out the PPP project (construction and operation of the R1 highway in Central Slovakia) – on commercial contracts, remodelling of the shareholders structure, changes to the concessions agreement, development of new service areas and petrol stations and all legal matters of significance for the group.
- Advising Slovenská elektrizačná a prenosová sústava (SEPS) on a number of corporate and regulatory matters related to client’s day-to-day operations in Slovakia.
- Advising Hella in connection with the construction and operation of a photovoltaic power plant with a substantial capacity to be located in the Slovak Republic.
LEGATE, s.r.o
LEGATE, s.r.o handle an array of energy-related matters, often including both greenfield and brownfield projects, day-to-day regulatory advice, transactional work and contractual work. Peter Vrábel remains a key reference in the market, with clients praising the ability to ‘yield extra quality to the work’. Other names to note include Miroslav Dudlák and Alena Pláňavská, who offer a wealth of experience in drafting and negotiation of contracts including FIDIC and EPC contracts with clients noting ‘in depth knowledge’ in this sector.
Praxisleiter:
Miroslav Dudlák; Peter Vrábel; Alena Pláňavská
Referenzen
‘Peter Vrabel is an outstanding lawyer with deep knowledge in energy sector and a very practical approach which is often necessary for a successful completion of a project. He is very open-minded, bringing smart strategical concepts to overcome bottlenecks, while keeping practical approach. He yields extra quality to the work, compared to other law firms.’
‘Very good competence in the energy sector.’
‘They are open-minded, cooperative and have invaluable expertise in our industry sector and acknowledgement of the process guarantees, EPC contracts both of lump sum and costs and fee approaches. They contribute a lot during negotiations, look for solutions in order not to lose time by back and force counter-argumentation. They understand not only legal issues, however also bear business and technology perspective into angles when assessing the contractual position and leading the negotiation. They are inseparable part of in-house team for whole project life. The friendly and open communication they carry out eases lockdowns some contractual partners put in.’
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RUŽICKA AND PARTNERS s. r. o
RUŽIČKA AND PARTNERS s. r. o remains a key contact in the Slovakian energy market for an array of matters, notably in the public procurement space, with clients praising the team for being ‘very experienced’. The team is further rated for its knowledge in transport, construction and project development work. At the forefront of the practice, Ján Azud boasts a wealth of knowledge in the infrastructure sector, and advises on high-value projects for large public authorities. Dana Nemčíková is another key name, frequently advising on transactions in the energy sector. The firm further benefits from individual such as Peter Bartoš and Ján Hanko.
Praxisleiter:
Ján Azud
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Dana Nemčíková; Jan Hanko; Peter Bartoš
Referenzen
‘The legal team is very experienced, always willing to provide maximum support, even when dealing with the most complex issues. In the 5 years of intense collaboration so far, I have not found a topic where I felt any doubt from their side about the proposed procedure or solution.’
‘I personally have only come into more intense contact with 3 people (senior partners) during this whole time, and each of them is an expert in their legal field. I have no reservations.’
Kernmandanten
JESS (Jadrová energetická spoločnosť Slovenska, a. s.)
Ministry of Economy of the Slovak Republic / Valaliky Industrial Park
Železničná spoločnosť Slovensko
Dopravný podnik Bratislava
Metrostav
KOOPERATIVA poisťovňa, a.s. Vienna Insurance Group
Národná diaľničná spoločnosť
Ružinov city district
F. D. Roosevelt’s University Hospital in Banská Bystrica
Kúpele Sliač
KOSIT a.s.
Slovenský plynárenský priemysel
GGES
Slovak Technical University
MKK Grössling
Doprastav
Bratislavská spoločnosť pre správu majetku
C8 Plant
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising JESS, an SPV joint venture of the CEE energy giant, ČEZ, and the Slovak Republic, tasked with the development of the new nuclear power plant, on the assessment of options of funding and contracting of the new EUR 8bn nuclear power plant, including advice on the acquisition of the land and support in all the permitting procedures.
- Advising the Slovak Republic in respect to development of Valaliky strategic area in Eastern Slovakia in relation to an EUR 1.5bn greenfield investment of a regional dimension of the Swedish automaker Volvo.
- Advising Železničná spoločnosť Slovensko, the national rail transport operator, on several public procurement procedures related to strategic project of modernisation of vehicle fleet in overall value of approximately EUR 1.5bn.
BBH advokátska kancelária, s.r.o.
BBH advokátska kancelária, s.r.o. provide domestic and international clients in the energy, as well as the transport sector with a full service of support, often including regulatory advice, transactional work and the drafting and negotiation of contracts. A standout feature of the team includes a focus on waste management law. Miroslav Fašung leads the team, alongside Olga Beláňová. Other key names include Matej Blahút, with clients praising his ‘exceptionally client-centric’ approach.
Praxisleiter:
Miroslav Fašung
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Matej Bahlut; Olga Beláňová
Referenzen
‚What sets BBH’s lawyers apart is that they understand and focus on business aspects of our business and they adapt legal solutions to specific problems that we face. Also, compared to other firms, their focus on compliance means they’re always ahead of the curve on market and regulatory changes.‘
‘We mainly work with Matej Blahut, who stands out as a true strategic partner, not just a legal advisor. His ability to anticipate legal implications before they even arise is what makes him invaluable. He is proactively navigating our business because of his foresight.‘
‚Olga Beláňová, who is a tough negotiator and a very slick lawyer. She tends to go right to the point, has clear vision of what we can achieve and is always prepared to give us very straightforward advice.’
Kernmandanten
ENVIDOM
ČEZ Group
EKOLAMP Slovakia
ITIS Holding, a.s.
Auto Recycling
MSM Group
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisted EKOLAMP Slovakia in relation to the issue of new authorisation of collective scheme by the Ministry of Environment of Slovak Republic.
- Advised Summit Motors Slovakia on the electromobility project, including the supply, installation and service of charging stations for electric vehicles.
- Provided FORTISCHEM being a strategical chemical factory with complex services by the solution of a direct connection to the electricity supply system.
Dentons
Dentons covers an array of matters relating to projects and energy, utilising the firms’ office across the CEE region to provide cross-border developers, suppliers and distributors with the full range of services, notably in mandates pertaining to regulatory advice, transactional work and project development. At the forefront of the practice, Juraj Gyárfáš remains a key contact for high-value M&A transactions in the energy sector.
Praxisleiter:
Juraj Gyárfáš
Referenzen
The team have a clear focus on the commercial incentives that drive our business and work pragmatically and creatively to help us achieve our goals. They offer quality throughout, from partners down to junior lawyers. The team are pleasant to deal with and are always available when we need them. They are diligent and hardworking.
Kernmandanten
Infracapital Partners
Yanmar Group
Ensto CEE
Mevis Slovakia
BK Investment
VUJE
Engie
GRUNT
Veolia
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Infracapital, a British fund, the investment arm of financial group M&G, focused on energy infrastructure, on the sale of GGE, the Slovak energy group, investing in many areas of the energy sector, including generation, distribution and supply.
- Advised Yanmar Group, a Japanese-headquartered global engine and machinery manufacturer, on its acquisition of TEDOM, a Czech-based energy engineering company, from Jet Investment fund.
- Advising Ensto CEE, s.r.o. as a participant in a tender organised by Západoslovenská distribučná, a.s. (E.ON) for critical components required in the operation of the electricity distribution network.
Eversheds Sutherland, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o.
Eversheds Sutherland, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. maintains a strong position in the Slovak energy market for an array of matters with the team regularly providing regulatory advice, transaction advice and notably providing advice for waste management companies, with clients praising the team for its ‘in-depth understanding’ of environmental law. ‘Incredibly impressive’ Annamária Tóthová leads the team alongside Bernhard Hager. Katarína Brath Liebscherová is also of note.
Praxisleiter:
Annamária Tóthová; Bernhard Hager
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Katarina Brath Liebscherova
Referenzen
‘Excellent team, tuned in to clients‘ needs. In-depth understanding of thw local regulatory environment and cross-border requirements.’
‘Annamaria Tothova is an incredibly impressive individual. Builds relationships effortlessly and communicates in an easy to understand manner across all levels of the client’s organisation. Able to quickly understand clients‘ requirements and arrange strategic priorities to pragmatically address address the issues head-on and provide solutions. Katarina Brath Liebscherova, excellent communicator, in-depth knowledge of environmental issues in Slovakia and across the EU. The whole team at Eversheds are a pleasure to work with.’
Kernmandanten
ewia s.r.o.
Gunvor International B.V.
INDREC GmbH
KOVOHUTY SK
ÖKOENERGIE Projektentwicklung GmbH and ist Slovak subsidiaries
Rheem Manufacturing Company and its subsidiary DEJONG Slovakia
SLOWEB s.r.o.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising EWIA, a waste management company, in connection with the development of an energy recovery project involving an investment exceeding EUR 100m.
- Advising SLOWEB, a company engaged in the development and operation of renewable energy projects, on legal and regulatory matters related to new wind and photovoltaic power plant installations.
- Providing legal advisory services to INDREC, a waste management company engaged in the delivery of waste to waste-to-energy facilities across Europe.
G. Lehnert s.r.o.
G. Lehnert s.r.o. is a key contact in the Slovak projects and energy sector, for suppliers, distributors, and providers in a range of industries, in matters concerning regulatory advice, risk assessments and the full cycle of transactional and contractual support. The team is led by partners Lucie Schweizer, who offers expertise in multi-jurisdictional transactions, alongside Jana Tögelová, who boasts a wealth of experience in large infrastructure projects, and Tomáš Luščoň, a specialist in real estate and construction. Other key names include Imrich Kropuch and Anna Cyprichová.
Praxisleiter:
Lucie Schweizer; Jana Tögelová; Tomáš Luščoň
Referenzen
‘This law firm has several teams specialising in specific areas of law while being highly effective at leveraging the knowledge and experience of their colleagues from other teams. My several years of experience working with G. Lehnert in the field of projects and energy has shown an excellent combination of their expertise, flexibility, and practical approach. They are able to respond to the specific needs and requirements of each project while consistently delivering a high standard of legal foundation in every contract or legal document.’
‘Specialisation and expertise within the legal team to various legal categories (investment, energy, construction, IP rights, IT segment etc) and targeted knowledge sharing among the team. Continuous development and up-to-date information. Flexible approach in resourcing and timeline.’
‘Highly individual approach in understanding the overall business case and customer priorities/targets to be achieved via contracting services. Very exceptional and appreciated.‘
Kernmandanten
AZC a.s.
Torreol s.r.o.
ENVIRAL a.s.
Slovenská bioplynová asociácia
Rossi Biofuels Zrt.
Výskumný ústav zváračský
BPS Borcova s.r.o.
Združenie Energy 21
Tatra Billing a.s.
A2 EXIM spol. s r.o.
ColloseaEAS a.s.
LSE – Life Star Emergency s.r.o.
ADYTON medical devices SK s.r.o.
MEDIS NITRA s.r.o.
Saneca Pharmaceuticals a.s.
BETAMONT s.r.o.
NYMWAG CS a.s.
MMV Magyar Magánvasút Zrt.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised ENVIRAL a.s., the biofuel producer, on the revision of its bioethanol supply contract from Ukraine and provided legal guidance on the conclusions of the ISCC Integrity Assessment.
- Provided comprehensive legal services to Torreol s.r.o. on a series of high-value gas and electricity supply contracts based on the EFET master agreement model, including transactions with MOL Commodity Trading, Slovenský plynárenský priemysel, ExxonMobil Gas Marketing Europe, Trafigura Trading and MVM CEEnergy Slovakia.
- Advised multiple clients on technology supply contracts and infrastructure projects in the energy sector, including the expansion of diesel double-count production lines, supply agreements for industrial gas holders, and the preparation of EPC-style contracts for the VTO and HRK projects at the Mochovce Nuclear Power Plant.
HKV Law Firm s.r.o.
HKV Law Firm s.r.o. is geared to support clients across the CEE region, on a variety of matters, notably large PPP projects, acquisitions, restructurings and financings. The group receives mandates from the Slovak republic, energy and transport sectors as well as large railway companies. The team is led by Martin Kluch, Roman Hamala and Martin Hricko.
Praxisleiter:
Martin Kluch; Martin Hricko; Roman Hamala
Kernmandanten
Rolling Stock Lease s.r.o.
Prometheus Energy
Technické siete Bratislava, a.s.
Ministry of Transportation of the Slovak Republic
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Ministry of Transport of the Slovak Republic on the structuring and preparation of the Slovak Bridge Reconstruction PPP Project.
- Advised Rolling Stock Lease s.r.o. on the €200m cross-border acquisition and subsequent operation of a fleet of Siemens Vectron locomotives, including negotiation of purchase, maintenance, lease, and financing agreements.
Polácek & Partners
Polácek & Partners remains a key contact for distributors and developers in the energy sector on a variety of mandates, mostly regarding regulatory advice, risk assessments and permitting procedures with clients praising the team for being ‘specialised’ in energy law. The team is led by Pavol Poláček, Jozef Hudák and Juraj Ondrejka, with clients praising the group for being ‘professional, skilled, prompt and very clear’.
Praxisleiter:
Pavol Poláček; Jozef Hudák; Juraj Ondrejka
Referenzen
‘Specialised in energy legislation, very professional, with an individual approach.’
‘Precision, quick response, thoroughness.‘
‘The team of Polácek & Partners is very professional and innovative. They have diversified their activities from mainly in energy sector to the cyber security and construction sectors in Slovakia. They have improved their expertise in EU issues, which is very valuable for Slovak clients.’
Kernmandanten
Priemyselný park Štúrovo, a.s.
Voltalia Central & Eastern Europe s.r.o.
GreenWay Infrastructure
SAPI – Slovak Association of Sustainable Energy
Enprotech, a.s.
Energie2, a.s.
Greenlogy,a.s.
Solartec SK s.r.o.
wind & energy GmbH
Energo-Eko-Služby
OFZ, a.s.
PPKK distribúcia, s.r.o.
Nitrianska teplárenská spoločnosť, a.s.
GreMi KLIMA, s.r.o.
E-Power Supply, s.r.o.
KOOR, s.r.o.
Highlight-Mandate
- Providing the Priemyselný park Štúrovo, as the operator of the local distribution system, with comprehensive assistance in the connection and construction of a battery energy storage systems with an installed capacity over 12 MW.
- Advised the Žilina Self-Governing Region on a natural gas procurement project.
- Assisted SAPI in advocating for legislative changes in Slovakia to enable the implementation of so-called on-site power purchase agreements (PPAs).
SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o.
SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o. is geared to support energy providers, distributors and suppliers in a variety of mandates, notably regulatory advice, and transactional support, including due diligence and contract drafting and negotiation. The firm also provides assistance with litigation and arbitration in this space. The team is led by founding partner Peter Štrpka, who handles the firm's highest value energy transactions, and Juraj Babiš, who draws on a background in the public sector.
Praxisleiter:
Peter Štrpka; Juraj Babiš
Referenzen
‚We appreciate the very professional, fast and effective cooperation.‘
‚The individuals I work with are extremely helpful and fair.‘
Kernmandanten
Slovenská elektrizačná prenosová sústava, a.s.
SPP – distribúcia, a.s
KRON ENERGY, s. r. o.
Priemyselný park Štúrovo, a. s.
Stredoslovenská energetika, a. s
green energy slovakia, s. r. o..
Highlight-Mandate
- Providing electricity transmission across Slovakia and synchronous interconnection of the Slovak electricity grid with the electricity grids of continental Europe.
- Supported the client with comprehensive debt recovery services, including filing claims related to unauthorised gas usage.
- Provided legal support to navigate complex energy regulations and infrastructure development challenges.
act legal Slovakia
Act Legal Slovakia cover an array of matters within the projects and energy space, notably in waste management and environmental regulation working with both suppliers and providers in the energy space as well as advising on the construction of new projects. The team is co-headed by founding partner, Milan Malata, who brings expertise assisting financial institutions, along with Jana Alušíková, who advises clients on local and EU regulations.
Praxisleiter:
Milan Malata; Jana Alušíková
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CMS
CMS regularly advise clients in the energy sector on a variety of matters including regulatory compliance, EPC contracts and the full cycle of project acquisitions and transactions. Michal Huťan heads the team offering expertise in the renewable energy sector, supported by Martina Gavalec.
Referenzen
‚Quick response, flexible in time.‘
Kernmandanten
Vaillant GmbH
MH Invest
HAVEL & PARTNERS S.R.O., ATTORNEYS AT LAW
HAVEL & PARTNERS S.R.O., ATTORNEYS AT LAW are adept in handling a variety of matters, mostly involving acquisitions, regulatory and contractual work for companies in the transport and energy sector. The team also have capabilities handling disputes for cross-border clients in the natural gas space. Ondřej Majer regularly handles regulatory matters the group's most prominent transactions, and heads the team, along with Josef Hlavička. Štěpán Štarha is another key name.
Praxisleiter:
Josef Hlavicka; Ondřej Majer
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Štěpán Štarha
Referenzen
‘Well-staffed and demonstrates a high level of responsiveness and professionalism. Their ability to quickly engage with complex matters reflects both depth of expertise and strong internal coordination.’
‘Individuals have deep legal expertise and broad knowledge of the local market, that distinguish them from competitors.‘
Kernmandanten
Transpetrol
Naftogaz of Ukraine
OMV
Flaga
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Naftogaz of Ukraine, the Ukrainian energy company, in a complex of disputes concerning the transit of natural gas.
- Advising the state company TRANSPETROL, the operator of the Slovak section of the Družba and Adria pipelines.
- Advising an LPG supplier, Flaga from the UGI/AmeriGas group, regarding the regulation of LPG sales and distribution, advice related to the operation of LPG filling stations, and related legal matters.
L/R/P advokáti, s.r.o.
L/R/P advokáti, s.r.o. advises energy and power providers, suppliers and distributors in key services including the full transactional cycle, regulatory advice, public procurement advice and contract drafting and negotiating. Barbora Balunová remains a key contact for the team in energy matters, particularly in acquisitions and works alongside founding partner, Tomáš Lysina, who has notable proficiency in the greenfield and brownfield spaces.
Praxisleiter:
Barbora Balunová; Tomáš Lysina
Referenzen
‘We are of the opinion that the team working at L/R/P advokati, s.r.o. provides a wide range of expertise in the subject area through several experts focused on providing high-quality legal services. Their practical approach and ability to quickly adapt to new problems and challenges arising in the dispute resolution process have proven invaluable during our cooperation with them on several dispute resolution cases. In addition, we would like to highlight their motivated, professional and prompt approach to each of our requests, which led to quick responses, better solutions or, if necessary, legal advice in a short time. These requirements are always met, which increases our maximum trust in their services.’
‘Very versatile team, flexible billing, subject matter knowledge, very good associates, professional and timely work done.’
‘We value their expertise and openness.’
Kernmandanten
Pow-en, a.s.
V-Elektra Slovakia, a.s..
amperSYS a. s.
Ministry of Health of the Slovak republic
TOMEGAS SK, s. r. o.
AGIS SK, s.r.o.
HTMAS s.r.o.
HTEnergy s.r.o.
FLAI Cars, a. s.
E-Group, a. s.
DG-energy, a. s.
Prvá rozvojová spoločnosť, a.s.
Veolia Energia Senec s.r.o.
Alter Energo, a.s.
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised ENVIROGAS-SK, s.r.o. on EFET contracts conclusion regarding the purchase and sale of natural gas totalling from EUR 300 to 700m per case.
- Provided legal advice to electricity trading companies on the negotiation and conclusion of EFET contracts with Ukrainian suppliers, including assessment of cross-border capacity profiles responsibilities, with atotal supply value of EUR 100m per year.
- Provided a comprehensive assessment for multiple clients regarding their potential obligation to register under the ETS 2 scheme in connection with CO₂ emissions.
RELEVANS Law Firm
RELEVANS Law Firm frequently handle regulatory, financing, M&A transactions and disputes in the renewables, energy and gas sectors, for clients including distributors and large developers. Founding partner Alexander Kadela leads the team and is adept in handling disputes emerging from the energy sector. Pavol Cverha is also a name to note.
Praxisleiter:
Alexander Kadela
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Pavol Cverha
Referenzen
‘Alexander Kadela and Pavol Čverha are decisive, practical and always one step ahead.’
‘In projects and energy, the lawyers brought unmatched sector knowledge and practical insight. They are specialised, well-organised, efficient, and always on time. Exactly the qualities we look for in long-term partners.’
‘Pavol’s deep knowledge of the energy sector and environmental law has been invaluable to us. His strategic guidance, built on decades of diverse legal experience, gave us confidence that every aspect of our project was handled with precision and foresight.’
Kernmandanten
Veolia Energia Slovensko
Slovalco
Západoslovenská energetika
Východoslovenská distribučna
Eurovea
JTRE
Highlight-Mandate
- Providing comprehensive legal advice to the leader of the aluminium industry in Slovakia across a wide range of matters, including regulatory, energy, environmental, and commercial issues.
- Representing leading Slovak energy companies in a series of strategically important and financially significant disputes brought by electricity producers seeking refunds of payments related to access to the distribution network.
- Providing comprehensive legal advisory on energy infrastructure and stakeholder structuring for several mixed-use developments in Bratislava.
Stentors
Stentors is a reference in the market for greenfield acquisitions as well as advice on regulatory matters, project financing and due diligence reviews. The team is led by founding partners Vladimír Kordoš and Peter Neštepný, and Michal Hulena. Other key names include Erik Schváb, who has notable proficiency handing acquisitions in the project sector and energy law.
Praxisleiter:
Michal Hulena; Vladimír Kordoš; Peter Neštepný
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Erik Schváb
Kernmandanten
Daimler Truck & Bus Slovakia s.r.o.
Invest4SEE RE Investment Holding GmbH
FIDUROCK CAPITAL
SEE RE Three s.r.o.
ALPHA Development s.r.o.
Rockaway Capital
Alpiq
Axpo
Highlight-Mandate
- Guided a client through a strategic transaction to acquire greenfield land for the first subsidiary’s retail workshop in Slovakia.
- Providing strategic advisory services to a client who is acquiring greenfield land for a medium-sized business centre in South Slovakia.
- Advising multi-tenant warehouse in Napajedla, Zlín, Czech Republic.
Taylor Wessing Slovakia
Taylor Wessing Slovakia's projects and energy team regularly handles matters involving energy transactions, negotiation and drafting of contracts, advice on regulatory compliance and dispute resolution for cross-border and domestic clients in a range of industries, notably drilling and renewables. The team is led by the experienced Andrej Leontiev, Juraj Frindrich and Ján Lazur .
Praxisleiter:
Andrej Leontiev; Juraj Frindrich; Ján Lazur
Kernmandanten
BRANTNER Gruppe GmbH
Circular Slovakia
GA Drilling a.s.
BRANTNER Slovakia
Cube Infrastructure Managers
Danfoss Power Solutions a.s.
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- Advising BRANTNER in connection with its ongoing joint venture with Slovenský plynárenský priemysel, a.s. (SPP), the Slovak energy supplier.
- Advising Circular Slovakia on governance and operational aspects of managing shareholder relationships.
Wolf Theiss
Wolf Theiss regularly advise international and domestic clients in an array of matters, mostly handling regulatory compliance, licensing matters as well as transactional work, including joint ventures and acquisitions in the energy sector. Bruno Štefánik heads the team, supported by Kristina Semanska, who has proficiency in gas supply and trading matters.
Praxisleiter:
Bruno Štefánik
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kristina Semanska
Kernmandanten
MET Group
ETE (Energy Traders Europe, formerly EFET)
DTEK Trading
Vermilion Energy
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising DTEK Trading SA on legal and regulatory aspects of electricity and gas trading in Slovakia.
- Advising multiple entities of MET Group, a Swiss-based European energy company with presence in 13 countries through subsidiaries and active in 27 national gas markets and 22 international trading hubs, on a licensing and regulatory matters related to trading on the Slovak energy market.
- Advising EFET, an organisation designed to improve the conditions of energy trading in Europe and to promote the development of a sustainable and liquid European wholesale market and providing a yearly review on the implementation and enforceability of the EFET Electricity and Gas General Agreement in Slovakia, including submitting country opinions for Slovakia.