Legal Services

Banking & Finance

In the field of Banking & Finance, we have consistently ranked among the leading law firms and are repeatedly highly rated by the prestigious legal directory The Legal 500. We have also repeatedly achieved top rankings in the Czech law firm rankings “Law Firm of the Year.”


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Client References

Mgr. Ing. Ján Lučan, Československá obchodní banka, a.s.
Member of the Board

Our bank has cooperated with DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for 30 years. During this time, we have seen repeatedly the quality of this law firm in a number of areas, especially in the fields of banking, str... more

Our bank has cooperated with DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for 30 years. During this time, we have seen repeatedly the quality of this law firm in a number of areas, especially in the fields of banking, structuring of financing, and also the resolution of non-performing loans and enforcement of creditors' rights, including insolvency proceedings. In particular, the experience of the law firm and their distinctive representatives in respect of the entire financing lifecycle, from origination to recovery, brings real value to the client. Unlike other law firms, DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS have a deep understanding of the practical and technical aspects of bank financing, which they are able to translate into clear legal advice.

Mgr. Jiří Zeman, HSBC Continental Europe
General Counsel, Head of Legal

DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS have a great team of experienced, efficient and results oriented lawyers. I like their down-to-earth and user-friendly style combined with stellar quality. I appreciate their w... more

DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS have a great team of experienced, efficient and results oriented lawyers. I like their down-to-earth and user-friendly style combined with stellar quality. I appreciate their world-class client service – essentially the same level of service you would get from a top global legal firm, but delivered by lawyers based in Prague who understand our business.

JUDr. Jan Synek, Allianz Trade
Claims and Collection Manager

I am linked to DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for many years, working with them from different positions in different companies. And it is not just by matter of luck or chance. Throughout the many years of m... more

I am linked to DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for many years, working with them from different positions in different companies. And it is not just by matter of luck or chance. Throughout the many years of my experience it was proven to me repeatedly that there is added value in their service compared to competition. And it is maybe not only the high level of expertise (common to many law firms) but namely the way application of this expertise is used in a creative, informal and useful manner. Simply you do not receive a legal opinion  but a solution.

Ing. Jindřich Horák, ČSOB Factoring, a.s.
Chairman of the Board and CEO

We have been cooperating with the law firm DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for over 20 years because they are highly skilled experts in various areas of law and respond very quickly, which is extremely import... more

We have been cooperating with the law firm DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for over 20 years because they are highly skilled experts in various areas of law and respond very quickly, which is extremely important for us. They have a high success rate in representing our company in litigation and are also very creative in drafting new contractual documentation for our clients. They are a professional partner we can always rely on.

Ing. Ondřej Jůzl, Česká spořitelna, a.s.
Team Leader for Restructuring and Recovery of Corporate Clients

We have been cooperating with DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for a long time. We appreciate that we can rely on their knowledge and solution targeted approach, combined with a profound understanding of banki... more

We have been cooperating with DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS for a long time. We appreciate that we can rely on their knowledge and solution targeted approach, combined with a profound understanding of banking, insolvency, and restructuring. They have proven to possess excellent knowledge and are qualified to handle both routine and sophisticated cases that require full concentration and creative solutions. I personally greatly appreciate the personal attitude and on-time delivery under all circumstances. DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS is a reputable, medium-sized local law firm that can be favorably compared to larger providers.

Martin Čajka, SPORTISIMO s.r.o.
Chief Financial Officer

DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS is known as a team of professionals who assist us especially with transactions involving structured finance. I always find that they work with deep expertise, quick response an... more

DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS is known as a team of professionals who assist us especially with transactions involving structured finance. I always find that they work with deep expertise, quick response and positive attitude.

JUDr. Martin Kúšik, Odyssey 44, a.s.
Owner, Partner

I am very satisfied with the work of the law firm DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS, and I recommend them. I especially appreciate their commercial aspect of work, which is the ability to look at the situation ... more

I am very satisfied with the work of the law firm DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS, and I recommend them. I especially appreciate their commercial aspect of work, which is the ability to look at the situation from a business perspective, far exceeding the framework of legal advice.

Ing. Petr Knapp, ČSOB a.s.
Former Member of the Board of Directors

DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS are external legal counsel to ČSOB a.s. and I personally have worked with Barbora Simon Dunovská since 1993. Their strength is definitely their long-term expertise and practica... more

DUNOVSKÁ & PARTNERS are external legal counsel to ČSOB a.s. and I personally have worked with Barbora Simon Dunovská since 1993. Their strength is definitely their long-term expertise and practical experience in banking and finance, and their ability to deal with complex and challenging situations proposing clear and workable solutions. Given the size of the firm and high quality of the attorneys they are very focused and the quality of service is in many cases above the level of service provided by leading international law firms.

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OUR CLIENTS

Thanks to the long-term trust of our clients, we have built a solid and unique position in the legal services market. Our specific expertise in this area stems from the extensive practical experience of our founding partners, dating back to 1994.

Our long-standing partners include major banks and financial institutions such as Československá obchodní banka, a.s., Česká spořitelna, a.s., HSBC Continental Europe Czech Republic, ČSOB Factoring, a.s., and Allianz Trade. We also represent a wide range of clients, including non-banking investment companies, corporations such as Odyssey 44 a.s. and Sportisimo a.s., as well as individual investors.

Our legal services cover a broad spectrum of financial transactions, structuring financial products including factoring, financial and corporate restructuring, advising on addressing liquidity shortages (whether operational or investment related), debt recovery, and insolvency law. We provide comprehensive legal advice in banking and financial regulation, including capital markets and legal services related to bond issuance.

We have successfully resolved hundreds of projects and diverse cases, giving us unmatched practical experience compared to other firms in the market. Over the past five years, we have handled financial transactions exceeding CZK 160 billion.

Significant Transaction

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Advisory to Direct pojišťovna a.s. on Portfolio Acquisition

Represented Direct pojišťovna in acquiring a non-life insurance portfolio from a European insurer. This assistance enabled the client to strategically expand its presence in the non-life insurance market.

Comprehensive Legal Advisory to Odyssey 44, a.s. in the Financial Project

Advised Odyssey 44 on financing the acquisition of a stake in the Packeta Group (Zásilkovna). Prepared loan and security documentation and set up corporate governance. This transaction opened opportunities for future investments in the logistics and e-commerce sectors.

Legal Advisory to ČSOB a.s. on Acquisition Loan Project

Advised ČSOB on an acquisition loan (CZK 225 million) for the purchase of a company owning lucrative real estate in Brno. Comprehensive due diligence and legal analysis ensured the client could safely execute a significant transaction.

Comprehensive Legal Services for Allianz Trade

Long-term legal advisory for Allianz Trade since 2020, comprehensive support on all legal matters, including contentious agendas. This collaboration helps the client effectively manage legal risks and optimize insurance processes.

Legal Assistance to ČSOB a.s. in Acquisition Financing Projects

Assisted ČSOB in acquisition financing projects for SME and corporate clients. Since 2016, sixty five cases totalling CZK 4.136 billion have been handled. This support enabled the bank to safely expand in acquisition financing and support the growth of Czech businesses.

Advisory to HSBC on Factoring Documentation Transfer

Provided legal support to HSBC Continental Europe in transferring factoring documentation valued at over CZK 3 billion. The project ensured a smooth transition of factoring operations to another HSBC group entity, minimizing legal and operational risks.

Representation of a Client in Syndicated Loan Acquisition

Represented a leading sports goods retailer in obtaining a syndicated loan of CZK 4.5 billion from a consortium of five banks. This transaction enabled the client to finance an ambitious expansion and to build new warehouses.

Advisory to Allianz Trade in preparing Insurance Documentation

Advised Allianz Trade on preparing new insurance documentation and General Terms and Conditions for trade credit insurance. This service ensured compliance with Czech law and strengthened the client’s position in the trade credit insurance market.

Legal Representation of Odyssey 44, a.s. in acquiring a 50% Stake Acquisition in and Insurance company

Represented Odyssey 44 in acquiring a 50% stake in Direct pojišťovna. Comprehensive legal services allowed the client to successfully enter the promising insurance sector while complying with all regulatory requirements.

Legal Opinion for HSBC UK Bank on Loan and Security Documentation

Assisted HSBC UK Bank in providing multi-currency loans totalling CZK 1 billion. Legal support ensured the bank’s strong creditor position in an international transaction with Czech elements.

Advisory to ČSOB a.s. on Client Debt Refinancing

Advised ČSOB on refinancing the obligations of the logistics group HOPI HOLDING in the amount of CZK 700 million. Legal support enabled the bank to safely finance the restructuring of a significant client.

Advisory to Raiffeisenbank a.s. on Loan Documentation Amendments

Assisted Raiffeisenbank in amending loan documentation related to the spin-off of a debtor. Transaction value: EUR 20 million. Legal support ensured continuity of credit relationships during a corporate change on the debtor’s side.
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