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Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Hungary

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Banking & Finance - Hungary

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

CMS remains a market-leading law firm for banking mandates. The firm is a popular choice with banks and issuers for a range of matters, including acquisition, project and real estate financing. It also has a notable reputation in the acquisition of portfolios of non-performing loans. The team advises clients on financial regulatory matters and the establishment of investment funds, and it assists with bond issuances. Clients benefit from its ability to work closely with other CMS offices in the CEE region on multi-jurisdictional matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • The team at CMS acted for ING Bank on the EUR1.5 billion syndicated revolving credit facility provided to the Government Debt Management Agency.

Strengths

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  • CMS has a strong team of seasoned lawyers with a lot of experience. They quickly grasp the essence of the matter and are able to respond promptly and efficiently.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • CMS team is known for its availability and its solid, stable background. It provided us with first-class legal service, and we appreciate the flexibility.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Erika Papp
    Erika Papp

    Erika Papp

    Erika Papp is one of the most highly regarded banking lawyers in Hungary and is highly sought after by lenders for advice on a range of financing topics, including refinancing, corporate financing, project financing and real estate financing. She also assists global and regional banks with acquisition financings involving multiple CEE jurisdictions.

    • Erika has deep understanding of the business and the most experienced legal adviser in Hungary in relation to banking and finance.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Erika Papp is very experienced in banking. She is at the top of the market.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Eszter Török
    Eszter Török

    Eszter Török

    Eszter Török acts on a range of financing mandates, including project finance as well as syndicated lending.

    • It is great to work with Eszter who has a commercial mindset, practical and efficient approach combined with large experience.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Eszter Török is a highly qualified partner at CMS Hungary. We can rely on her advice in every case. She is very supportive and has a strong client focus.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Sándor Kovács
    Sándor Kovács

    Sándor Kovács

    Sándor Kovács assists clients from the financial services with acquisition financing and regulatory mandates.

    • Sándor Kovács is the lead lawyer. He’s very hands-on.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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