Corporate

Ondřej Florián

Why have I been practicing corporate law for fifteen years? The question should rather be "why on earth not?" Corporate law contains everything a lawyer can wish for. From the contractual agenda in the form of drafting shareholder agreements to the contentious agenda in litigating shareholder disputes in court or hostile shareholder meetings. From the clear-cut rules of mergers, demergers or changes of legal form (yes, I like rules) to the routine (and sometimes reassuring) small-corporate officialdom of changes of directors, headquarters or trading companies. If you add to this the largest and most importantly the best (!) corporate law team in Central Europe, you will understand why I have been with HAVEL & PARNERS since college. Oh, and I also play tennis, hockey, run, cycle and spend most of my time on the golf course looking for golf balls.

Kamil Kovaříček

I chose corporate law as my major in high school. It remained my personal favourite during both my master's studies at the law school and during my postgraduate studies and rigorosis proceedings. I focus specifically on the area of corporate equity, which is very little covered in the Czech environment compared to the abroad, also due to the break of rational rules of commercial law in our country for almost forty years. Thus, to some extent, I find the re-discovery of the foundations and principles of capital companies for the Czech context very interesting even in this otherwise relatively conservative area.

Barbora Břežná

My path to law was not at all straightforward. My mother suggested studying it in my fourth year at grammar school without much success - I told her then that she must be crazy and I went to study psychology. But a year and a half later I was already sitting in seminars at the Brno Law School. Without being quite aware of how I got there in the first place, I found a liking for paragraphs. Among all the legal disciplines, I was most passionate about business and especially corporate law, which is what I am currently focusing on. My enthusiasm in this area has not left me to this day.

Josef Zumr

My path to law school is perhaps a little unusual, as I was looking for a way to combine my interests in a wide range of disciplines. During my studies, I began to explore my possible career choices and became interested in commercial law. This dynamic, complex and diverse field, full of constant challenges, original solutions and creative use of existing legal institutions, interested me more and more. After graduating, I had a clear idea that corporate law would be my first choice for my future career.

Irena Munzarová

My career has been dedicated to the dynamic and diverse world of real estate, corporate law, and transactions. When I joined the highly specialized corporate team at HAVEL & PARTNERS, many questioned my decision, dismissing it as “boring”. However, four years later, I can confidently say the opposite is true. The incredible breadth of this field has continually challenged and inspired me. And what can you reach out to me with? I can assist you with a wide range of tasks. From complex assignments like setting up shareholder relationships, creating joint ventures, and restructuring and creating complex corporate structures. I also enjoy the adrenaline rush of advocating for clients’ rights in corporate litigation. And for those seeking more straightforward assistance, I’m adept at simple company formations and other routine corporate changes. Additionally, private clients frequently seek my expertise for real estate transactions – another area of deep interest for me. When I’m not busy with real estate or construction projects, I enjoy exploring new places and immersing myself in diverse cultures around the world. If time is limited, I take the opportunity to discover the rich history and stunning landscapes of the Czech Republic.

Jana Melezínková

The legal world is rife with diverse perspectives, as captured by my favourite saying “two lawyers make three legal opinions”. This aptly describes the diverse, fluid, ever-changing nature of the law, which demands constant preparedness to tackle new challenges, continuously learn, and remain vigilant. As part of the corporate team, I navigate the complex and multifaceted realm of corporate law. While it may appear formal on the surface, the field is marked by a captivating complexity and diversity that I find deeply engaging.