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Dentons

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Hungary


Dentons

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We offer a unique balance of local and international finance capabilities, with the ability to advise our clients on international transactions directly from our Budapest office. We represent lenders, underwriters, arrangers, borrowers and other clients in their various roles in financing transactions.

We provide reasoned and timely advice concerning: syndicated loans; bank, bridge and bond financings; tender offer financings; mergers and acquisitions; leveraged buyouts; joint ventures; debtor-in-possession and exit financings; and other credit  transactions. We are able to successfully handle the growing complexities of structuring transactions in today’s financial environment. Having advised clients on a wide-range of cross-border and domestic transactions, we have the ability to consistently provide business savvy, solutions-oriented representation that is necessary for getting deals done. Providing first-rate counsel and representation 

has made Dentons a firm of choice for clients executing complex, heavily negotiated transactions that cross borders and legal regimes.

We also have a well-established reputation for providing the highest-level advice on a notable range of projects. These include, among others: transportation; oil and gas; construction and engineering; energy and power project financings; and infrastructure.

Industries (13)

  • Aerospace & Defece
  • Automobiles & Parts
  • Banks
  • Chemicals
  • Construction & Materials
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Insurance
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Real Estate
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Hungary

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

The Hungarian team at Dentons represents both lenders and borrowers in Hungarian and cross-border financing, acting alongside the firm's global network for the benefit of international clients. The team handles a broad range of financing matters, assisting with project financing, real estate financing and acquisition financing, as well as advising on loan agreements and debt restructuring. The law firm is also active on capital markets mandates, advising on green bond issuances.

Work Highlights

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  • The team at Dentons advised a syndicate of global banks on EUR1.5 billion financing provided to Miami-based I Squared Capital for its multijurisdictional acquisition of Arriva Group.

Strengths

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  • Dentons offers a team of highly focused lawyers with a sharp eye for detail and an exceptional commercial instinct.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • The lawyers at Dentons are effective in cooperation between various teams within the law firm and have client-focused approach.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Edina Schweizer
    Band 2Edina Schweizer

    Edina Schweizer

    Edina Schweizer assists clients with syndicated loans and amendments to existing loans. She frequently advises banks and real estate developers on real estate financing mandates.

    • I was genuinely impressed by the exceptional quality of Edina Schweizer’s work. Her grasp of the business dynamics behind the transaction was nothing short of remarkable.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Edina Schweizer was exceptionally good in terms of financing. She was very smart, very helpful and extremely knowledgeable. She is the best financial lawyer I have worked with in the last years.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Associates to watchGabriella Pataki
    Associates to watchGabriella Pataki

    Gabriella Pataki

    Gabriella Pataki is an associate-to-watch with experience acting for lenders on corporate finance, project finance and syndicated lending. She frequently assists international banks and financial institutions.

    • Gabriella Pataki is a very helpful lawyer. She is experienced and capable of handling complex assignments.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Gabriella is very good—flexible, accurate and maintains excellent personal relationships.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at Dentons (2)

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