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Legal Matters in Hungary

How we work

We focus on commercial and corporate law, providing businesses operating in Hungary with comprehensive legal support as they establish, operate, and extend.

The goal is simple: build solid legal foundations for sustainable operations—proper corporate structures, effective commercial relationships, and regulatory compliance—so you can focus on running your business with confidence while we handle the legal complexities.

What we do

What we do

General Representation of Companies & Company Groups

We provide comprehensive legal counsel for businesses from startups to medium-sized enterprises, providing ongoing corporate and commercial law support that scales with your operation.

Employment Law & HR Legal Support

We manage employment contracts, workplace policies, termination procedures, and labor law compliance—representing both companies and employees to stand for compliant and fair employment relationships.

Corporate Governance & Compliance

We handle board resolutions, shareholder meetings, corporate filings, and regulatory compliance obligations, ensuring your company meets all Hungarian legal requirements while maintaining operational flexibility.

Commercial Relationships

We structure and negotiate among others supplier agreements, distribution contracts, partnership deals, and service agreements that protect your interests and support your business relationships in Hungary and internationally.

Stock Exchange & Capital Markets Compliance

For publicly traded companies or those preparing for public offerings, we handle disclosure requirements, corporate governance standards, and regulatory compliance with Budapest Stock Exchange and the respective authority requirements.

External Legal Department

For companies that need continuous legal support without a full-time legal team, we serve as your external legal department, handling legal matters from daily operations to strategic planning.

Corporate Structuring &
Reorganization

We design corporate structures that optimize operational effectiveness and growth potential, including holding company arrangements and subsidiary structures. Tax optimization strategies are coordinated through trusted tax specialists.

Bottom Line: Whether you’re forming your first company or running a growing group with complex commercial ties and regulatory demands, we provide the legal foundations and ongoing support you need to operate with confidence.

M&A (Mergers & Acquisitions)

We provide comprehensive legal support for venture capital, private equity, and strategic M&A—from term sheet and due diligence to signing, closing, and integration.

Investment Negotiations & Transaction Strategy

We provide strategic legal counsel in negotiations to protect our clients’ interests, whether representing investors, target companies, or shareholders. We structure legal frameworks—asset purchases, share acquisitions, mergers—that align with your business objectives and meet regulatory requirements.

Legal Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

We conduct thorough legal due diligence to identify transaction risks and opportunities. Our risk assessment gives you a clear picture of the legal landscape and potential challenges.

Investment & Purchase Agreements

We structure the legal framework for your transaction—from purchase price mechanics and payment terms to the representations & warranties, and indemnities that protect your investment. We draft agreements that capture your commercial deal while building in the protections you need when things don’t go as planned.

Tailored Solutions

Every investment transaction presents unique challenges, which is why we customize our legal services to specific client needs. Our expertise extends to representing both investors and companies receiving investment, allowing us to provide balanced legal support.

Post-Closing Integration & Ongoing Support

We handle legal aspects of business integration, including corporate reorganizations, employee transfers, contract assignments, and operational consolidations, ensuring smooth legal transitions and minimizing legal risks.

Bottom Line: Whether you’re investing, selling, or merging, we handle the legal conditions that protect your interests and keep the deal on track.

Litigation

We represent clients in Hungarian courts and alternative dispute resolution proceedings, providing strategic litigation management that protects your business interests while seeking practical resolutions.

Commercial Disputes

We handle breach of contract claims, partnership and shareholder disputes, supplier/customer conflicts, and commercial disagreements, focusing on practical solutions. Where possible and appropriate, we help maintain business relationships.

Labor Disputes

Representation of companies and employees in cases of wrongful termination, workplace disputes, and other employment-related litigation. We conduct the entire process in accordance with Hungarian labor law, balancing business and personal interests.

Regulatory & Administrative Disputes

We challenge administrative decisions, handle regulatory enforcement actions, and represent clients in disputes with government authorities and regulatory bodies.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

We manage mediation and arbitration proceedings as cost-effective alternatives to court litigation, often achieving faster resolutions.

Bottom Line: We protect your interests in disputes with practical, strategic representation—pursuing resolution through the most efficient channel, whether that's negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, or litigation.

Real Estate

We handle Hungarian real estate transactions and property law, providing comprehensive legal support for acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and development projects.

Property Acquisitions & Sales

We manage the complete transaction process, from preliminary agreements through closing, including title investigations, contract negotiations, and registration procedures with the authorities.

Leasing

We negotiate and draft office leases, retail space agreements, industrial property leases, and warehouse arrangements, ensuring clear and effective terms whether representing landlords or tenants.

Development & Construction Projects

We handle legal aspects of property development, including planning permissions, construction contracts, contractor agreements, and compliance with building and environmental regulations.

Property Management & Operations

We assist with ongoing property legal matters, including tenant and warranty disputes, maintenance and repair obligations, and building authority compliance.

For Foreign Investors

We advise international clients on lawful paths to acquire and hold assets in Hungary—real estate or corporate interests—explaining who can buy, in what form (individual, local or foreign company), and what approvals or notifications apply.

Bottom Line: From simple property purchases to complex development projects, we provide the legal expertise that ensures your real estate transactions close smoothly and your property investments are properly protected.

…and more

We also provide legal services in these specialized areas that require tailored solutions.

Sports Law

We represent athletes, sports clubs, and sports-related businesses in contract negotiations, transfer disputes, sponsorship agreements, and disciplinary proceedings before sports federations.

Inheritance Law

We handle inheritance disputes, probate proceedings, and other succession matters, helping families navigate complex inheritance issues and estate administration.

Advanced Debt Collection

We handle complex commercial debt recovery with a calibrated mix of legal strategy—prioritizing speed, net recovery, and cost control. Where appropriate, we coordinate lawful fact-finding and asset-tracing by trusted partners to inform leverage and enforcement.

Bottom Line: Specialized expertise when you need it, always with a practical approach.

Dr. Gergely Bárdos Law Firm