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Commercial, corporate and M&A

Kapolyi Law Firm

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The commercial, corporate and M&A team at Kapolyi Law Firm specialises in advising Hungarian and international SMEs, listed companies, large enterprises, listed companies, credit institutions and investment fund and firms, on a wide range of mandates across the practice area. With an active client base spanning the automotive, food and beverages and IT areas, the firm displays particular strength in the energy space. The practice's full offering covers matters ranging from cross-border M&A, joint ventures and takeovers to restructurings, complex due diligence processes and corporate governance. June 2024 saw the arrival of new practice head Máté Hájas, who joined from DLA Piper, and who brings expertise to corporate restructurings, mergers and demergers. Key support is provided by Vivien Szekeres-Benczik, who brings experience to cross-border mergers, transformations in the context of an IPO and bank formations.
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Témoignages

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  • ‘Kapolyi Law Firm’s corporate practice has been a key partner for us in navigating complex transactions. What sets them apart is their business-oriented approach and ability to align legal strategies with our commercial goals. They handle corporate governance, mergers and restructuring with efficiency and a clear focus on mitigating risks.'

  • ‘In our experience working with Kapolyi Law Firm’s commercial, corporate, and M&A team, two individuals have stood out for their expertise and dedication. Máté Hájas, who leads the practice, has been instrumental in guiding us through complex transactions. His leadership, deep understanding of corporate law and ability to navigate intricate mergers and acquisitions have ensured smooth and efficient deal execution. Vivien Szekeres-Benczik also plays a critical role in our dealings with Kapolyi, especially in corporate governance and restructuring.'

  • ‘Excellent knowledge of regulated market transactions.’

Clients clés

  • AutoWallis Nyrt.
  • Amixa Holding Nyrt.
  • Wallis Asset Management Zrt.
  • Delta Technologies Nyrt.
  • WALLIS AUTÓMEGOSZTÓ Zrt.
  • AKKO Invest Nyrt.
  • Interactive Brokers LLC
  • Savencia F&D Hungary Zrt.
  • Financial House Zrt.
  • Hongkong Delsk Business Co., Limited

Points forts

  • Assisting Interactive Brokers LLC, a US brokerage, with its Hungarian subsidiary, Interactive Brokers Central Europe Zrt., providing legal support, including for capital increases, daily operations and governance matters.
  • Assisted AMIXA Nyrt. with acquiring 100% of Foodnet Zrt. through a share purchase agreement, funded by a private capital increase where new shares were issued to the sellers, resulting in the sellers gaining over 33% of AMIXA, triggering a public takeover bid.
  • Supported AutoWallis Nyrt., a automotive company in Eastern-Central Europe, in several projects over the past year, including a EUR 14.7m capital increase by the main shareholder, Wallis Tőkeholding Zrt., acquiring 46,416,938 new shares to strengthen AutoWallis' capital position.

Avocats

Responsable de la pratique

Máté Hájas

Autres avocats clés

Vivien Szekeres-Benczik