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A&O Shearman

Banking & Finance

Europe Guide 2026 : Czech Republic

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A&O Shearman

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Banking & Finance - Czech Republic

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman is a top-rated law firm, acting on many of the country's most significant finance transactions. The team has a broad spectrum of expertise covering acquisition and real estate finance as well as major refinancings. The law firm advises on large-scale asset finance transactions in the aviation sector and represents prestigious domestic and international financial institutions as bilateral and syndicated lenders as well as borrowers. Additionally, the department is a popular choice for financial services regulatory matters. A&O Shearman is exceptionally adept at handling capital markets matters, assisting with bond issuances, including green bonds and derivatives.

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Work Highlights

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  • The team at A&O Shearman acted for a group of banks, including J&T IB and Capital Markets, Česká spořitelna, J&T BANKA, Komerční banka and PPF banka on the establishment of a bond programme and subsequent CZK6 billion issuance of bonds by KKCG Financing.

Strengths

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  • The team at A&O Shearman stands out for its ability to effectively manage transactions with a pragmatic approach to any arising issues.

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  • The legal advice provided by A&O Shearman is not only technically sound but also practical and actionable. The team understands the need for speed and clarity in a demanding environment.

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  • The team demonstrates sound depth in the area of banking. It is well balanced and handles both routine and complex matters effectively.

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  • A&O Shearman lawyers know our business very well, as well as the transactions and the territory in question and their advice is always well informed.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Petr Vybiral
    Petr Vybiral

    Petr Vybiral

    Petr Vybiral is a leading capital markets lawyer, well versed in bond issuances and regulatory matters. He also assists with equity issues, derivatives and structured finance transactions.

    • Petr Vybiral is the best placed lawyer to handle any capital markets matters on the Czech market. He leads a superb team of extremely skilled and hard working capital markets lawyers.

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    • Petr understands our business needs and is well positioned to provide the team to support us fully.

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    • Petr Vybiral has an excellent approach, knowledge and experience.

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