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A&O Shearman

Corporate/M&A

Europe Guide 2026 : Czech Republic

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A&O Shearman

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We are premier M&A adviser, with expertise globally and deep local roots built for over 25 years in the Czech Republic. We advise on matters across the broad spectrum of corporate work, including private M&A, public takeovers, auctions, complex joint ventures, disposals and corporate restructurings, as well as general commercial, antitrust and corporate governance issues.

Our ability to combine exceptional transactional skills with specialist expertise covering areas including antitrust, tax, intellectual property, HR and environmental law enables us to handle the numerous issues that can arise in a single corporate transaction.

To learn more about our global corporate practice, please visit:

https://www.allenovery.com/en-gb/global/expertise/practices/m-and-a

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Corporate/M&A - Czech Republic

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman boasts an excellent corporate and M&A department in Prague. The team regularly advises local and international clients on cross-border and domestic acquisitions, frequently supported by its global network. The law firm is particularly active in finance, venture capital, manufacturing and energy, as well as the technology sector. The firm complements its strong offering with prowess in handling strategic investments and mergers.

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Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised Reinsberg Group on its acquisition of a majority stake in UK-based Brandon Medical.

Strengths

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  • The team is well positioned to execute complex matters and is well structured.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

  • A&O Shearman advises in a comprehensive manner, taking into account the specifics of the client and reacting quickly.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

  • The A&O Shearman team speed up the whole M&A process, which is a very strong competence of the team, based on their long-term experience of big and complicated deals.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

  • A&O Shearman understand our business and are fun to work with. The firm handles complex deals with ease and manages any hurdles.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

  • A&O Shearman provides comprehensive advice with a strong business understanding of the subject matter and flexibility in providing tailor-made solutions.

    Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Prokop Verner
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    Prokop Verner

    Well-known practitioner Prokop Verner handles a wide variety of mandates including M&A transactions, carve-outs, shareholder arrangements and joint venture agreements. He is well placed to assist with both domestic and cross-border mandates.

    • Prokop Verner is my go-to partner. He makes the extra effort to understand our business and the challenges we face.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Prokop Verner has solutions to, and fair and clear opinions on, any problem.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Prokop Verner is an outstanding legal expert who consistently looks after our interests and delivers high-level legal advice.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
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  • Jakub Čech
    Jakub Čech

    Jakub Čech

    Jakub Čech advises local corporate clients and international investors on cross-border acquisitions.

    • Jakub is a real professional with very deep knowledge of the topic.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • He is responsive and provides top-notch advice.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope

    • Jakub Čech is very fast and makes his clients feel as though we are in good hands.

      Corporate/M&A respondentEurope
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