TMT
Europe Guide 2024 : Hungary
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Lakatos, Köves and Partners' TMT group has been working on ground-breaking transactions in telecommunications, media and technology in Hungary and developed a broad base of expertise in regulatory aspects of market liberalization and consolidation, including M&A transactions and frequency tenders. LKT offers first-class legal responses to the 21st century challenges of the digital world. In the age of cloud computing, clients seek our advice on issues of data protection, e-commerce and interpretation of regulatory frameworks. As the Hungarian telecom sector has developed since 1990, Managing Partner, Péter Lakatos has played a leading role in the development of the regulatory framework, through privatization, and in the market consolidation. As a legal expert, Péter advised on Hungary's EU accession process and helped to create the legal framework of the telecom sector in several south-east European countries and advised on the legal aspects of the Hungarian TV digitalisation process.
LKT is leading Legal Tech innovations including a complex practice management system, called TimeMind. Leading Legal Tech innovations make possible for LKT to become more cost effective in providing solutions for clients in transactions involving a large number of documents. Recognizing the importance of continuous innovation, two years ago LKT set up a Legaltech Lab dedicated to increasing efficiency through technology solutions and improving the client experience.
Chambers Review
Lakatos, Köves & Partners is a long-standing TMT practice advising a range of clients on compliance with data protection and telecommunications regulations. The law firm is also highly regarded for assisting clients with network use agreements, development agreements, permitting issues and the launch of new products. Additionally, team members act on tender procedures and the acquisition of media assets. The team also handles advertising matters.
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"We were pleased with the level of service provided and the responsiveness of the team. They were a pleasure to work with."
"We were pleased with the level of service provided and the responsiveness of the team. They were a pleasure to work with."
Notable Practitioners
Péter Lakatos is an adept lawyer who has a particular focus on advising clients on telecommunications regulations.
"Péter Lakatos is a premier transaction and disputes lawyer who represents TMT clients."
Iván Sólyom has a broad practice in the TMT field, assisting clients with network use agreements, development agreements, permitting matters and advertising regulations. He additionally advises on data breaches, the launch of new technology products and telecommunications sector tender procedures.
"Iván Sólyom provided expert, pragmatic advice and was highly responsive."
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