The firm is recognised for its expertise in the areas of corporate, real estate, projects and energy and employment law. In the real estate category, bpv BRAUN PARTNERS was recognised for its “depth and breadth of legal know-how and ability to advise clients in developing strategies to resolve complex matters”, while in the projects and energy category it was highlighted for its “strong expertise in renewable energy”. The firm’s employment team was described as “strongly client-focused, particularly in terms of deadlines”.
The directory also highlighted the firm’s partners, Arthur Braun, Jiří Bárta and Lucie Kalašová. Arthur Braun, the firm’s managing partner, was praised for his expertise in corporate law and M&A, with one client commenting, “He is great to work with, always factual and very business oriented.” Jiří Bárta has been praised for his business acumen and legal erudition, with clients saying of him, “He is extremely smart, courageous and professional in his dealings.” Lucie Kalasova was listed as a distinguished practitioner in the employment law category for her strong employment law practice, particularly her experience in drafting internal directives, document reviews and transactional mandates.
The ranking in Chambers 2024 demonstrates that bpv BRAUN PARTNERS strives to provide high quality legal services to its clients. The firm’s focus on building long-term client relationships, as well as its commitment to staying abreast of the latest legal developments and trends, has enabled it to become a trusted partner for companies operating in the CEE region.
In response to the news, Arthur Braun said, “We are really pleased to have been recognised again by Chambers Europe 2024. We see it as a confirmation of our quality work and the tireless efforts we put into providing exceptional legal services to our clients. This ranking is a great recognition and motivation for us at the same time. We look forward to further opportunities to serve our clients even better and to building on our success in the years to come.”
The Czech government has approved the bill amending acts including the Energy Act (Act No. 458/2000), the Act on Supported Energy Sources (Act No. 165/2012), and other related acts. The bill is known to the public as Lex OZE II. Lex OZE II introduces a number of changes including the following:
On 01.11.2022, an amendment to the Labour Code comes into force in Slovakia, transposing EU directives on transparent and predictable working conditions in the EU and on work-life balance for parents and persons with caring responsibilities.
As the two countries maintain strong trade relations and extensive cross-border business activities, legal firms have recognized the need to establish a presence in both jurisdictions.
