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Dentons

Corporate/M&A

Global Guide 2026 : Hungary


Dentons

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Dentons offers one of the largest and most experienced teams of M&A and private equity lawyers on the ground in Hungary. We advise on landmark cross-border, regional and domestic transactions from our Budapest office and cover both the domestic law and English law aspects of any M&A or private equity deal.

Our team represents global and domestic corporates, emerging regional corporates, financial institutions and 

private equity firms and their portfolio companies in their strategic transactions in Hungary and across the region. Our core M&A/PE group consists of 13 lawyers with a further ten lawyers in areas such as banking, competition, labor, real estate and TMT who frequently work on M&A/PE transactions.

Unlike most of our competitors in the Hungarian legal market, our team regularly acts as the main transaction counsel on many of the most significant M&A deals across the region (from Poland to Turkey), regularly going up against the London offices of the Magic Circle and Silver Circle, as well as leading US firms. This exposure gives us a special edge when it comes to our clients’ mid-market deals in Hungary, where we are able to bring to bear the very latest in sophisticated techniques to help them achieve their commercial goals.

Industries (16)

  • Banks
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Government
  • Health Care
  • Media
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate
  • Retail
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation

Chambers Review

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Corporate/M&A - Hungary

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Dentons offers a highly rated corporate practice that provides extensive M&A services, representing clients in transactions in the technology, real estate and manufacturing sectors. The law firm regularly acts on high-value, cross-border acquisitions and auction sales, frequently collaborating closely with the firm's global network of offices on multi-jurisdictional mandates. Additionally, the team provides notable experience in handling joint ventures and equity investments, and acts for several private equity firms on transactional matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons acted for INVENIO Partners on its acquisition of a stake in 5 to go.

Strengths

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  • What really stands out is the lawyers' sense of attentiveness and availability, which make you feel as though you are their only client.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • Dentons brings a wealth of knowledge not just of legal matters, but also of deal strategy.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • The team stand out for their exceptional attentiveness, strong commercial focus and ability to consistently drive matters towards practical, goal-oriented outcomes.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • The team responds quickly and consistently finds practical solutions to any problem.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • Dentons stand out for their exceptional blend of legal acumen, strategic insight and commercial understanding.

    Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Rob Irving
    Band 1Rob Irving

    Rob Irving

    Rob Irving is a leading M&A lawyer with notable expertise in both acquisitions and sales. He has experience advising on transactions in the TMT sector, as well as representing private equity funds. He is US-qualified and works across the CEE region.
    • Rob's extensive experience means he is prepared to handle any complex matter that comes his way.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Rob's responsiveness and collaborative spirit make him an indispensable adviser, and working with him has been both seamless and highly effective.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Rob’s depth of knowledge is matched by his pragmatic approach and strong client focus. He consistently delivers clear, actionable advice, even in the most nuanced situations.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Rob Irving has significant experience and expertise in the field and is very responsive to our needs.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Rob Irving is extremely easy to work with, very commercial and has a brilliant mind.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Anita Horváth
    Band 3Anita Horváth

    Anita Horváth

    Anita Horváth assists clients with both sales and acquisitions, often advising on transactions in the energy and manufacturing sectors. She also has experience acting on venture capital investments.

    • Anita Horváth is very knowledegable, solutions-oriented and business-minded.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Anita consistently offers unique viewpoints that transform classical thinking into an exciting new way of looking at problems and solving them.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Anita Horváth has widespread knowledge and is a unique, out-of-the-box thinker.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Anita Horváth is not only highly knowledgeable but also very practical and easy to communicate with.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • Up and ComingJános Csáki
    Up and ComingJános Csáki

    János Csáki

    János Csáki has experience acting for international clients on inbound transactions. He is also well placed to assist with disposals and joint ventures.

    • János Csáki is a highly skilled and decisive attorney who knows M&A inside and out.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • János offers very well-rounded advice which goes beyond the strictly legal scope.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • János Csáki is highly responsive and solution-oriented.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • János Csáki is both very timely and detailed in his delivery.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • János is exceptionally knowledgeable, approachable and always ready to provide clear, practical advice.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

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