Europe Guide 2026 : Slovakia
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Energy is one of the firm’s key areas of the expertise. Poláček & Partners has one of the largest energy teams in Slovakia, consisting of 9 professionals.The firm provides comprehensive legal advice on the regulation of business activities in the energy sector, electricity production and pricing, including issues connected with distribution and trade in electricity, gas and heat. It focuses on the issues of renewable energy sources and their subsidy. Poláček & Partners provides comprehensive legal advice regarding the construction, permitting, connection as well as operation of various types of power plants (PV, hydropower, biogas stations, wind power plants, biomass plants, and various types of cogeneration units) and local distribution systems. It also prepares legal due diligence and relevant contractual documentation for its clients. Poláček & Partners represents clients in various negotiations and in proceedings before the Regulatory Office for Network Industries (ÚRSO), the Ministry of Economy of the Slovak Republic as well as in court proceedings. The firm actively cooperates with leading industry associations (the Slovak Association of Photovoltaic Industry and Renewable Energy, the Slovak Hydro-energy Association, the Slovak Electric Vehicle Association, the Slovak Biogas Association, the Association of Energy Suppliers, the Slovak Gas and Oil Association, etc) and participates in the preparation of energy legislation.
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POLÁČEK & PARTNERS is recognised for its established energy practice, particularly in the renewable energy sector. The team demonstrates notable skill handling contentious proceedings and providing regulatory advice, as well as advising on energy-related construction matters. The law firm also assists with permits and contracts. Its clientele primarily consists of renewable energy producers and industry associations.
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POLÁČEK & PARTNERS always responds promptly, explains all legal matters clearly and helps us find the best solution.
What distinguishes the team from others is its ability to work collaboratively, understand the business context and provide advice that is both legally solid and operationally feasible.
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Pavol Poláček is recognised for representing energy producers, associations and investors in regulatory and administrative proceedings. He also frequently advises on the development of renewable energy projects.
Pavol Poláček is definitely an expert in the energy sector.
Juraj Ondrejka advises clients on energy-related M&A transactions and associated construction mandates. He also demonstrates strong expertise in providing regulatory guidance, ensuring compliance with industry frameworks.
Juraj Ondrejka's professional knowledge commands respect among energy authorities in Slovakia.
Working with him is consistently efficient and constructive. He quickly grasps the technical and regulatory context, asks the right questions and provides clear, well-structured guidance.
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