As the Slovak commercial real estate market continues to evolve, our team stays at the forefront by embracing innovations in business models, advanced funding mechanisms, and smart technologies. With a growing focus on automation, energy efficiency, and sustainability, we assist our clients with seamlessly integrating these advancements into their strategic planning and operations to gain a competitive edge in a dynamic market.
We represent a broad spectrum of clients, including international and local real estate developers and investors. Our projects range from power plants and industrial estates to logistics parks, office buildings, shopping centres, retail and residential properties, hotels, and mixed-use developments. Our comprehensive support spans diverse projects, from large-scale developments to specific transactions involving various property types.
In collaboration with our specialists in corporate, M&A, projects, finance, and litigation, we deliver full-service real estate solutions. We guide our clients through every phase of their projects: from property acquisitions and project design to development, construction, and operations. We also provide assistance with commercialization, restructuring, joint ventures, disposals, and resolving complex construction disputes.
Logistics
We handle the legal aspects of setting up and optimizing logistics facilities, including contracts, zoning, engineering, compliance and sustainability of operations, and expansion strategies.
Office & Retail
Tailoring legal services to the unique demands of office and retail spaces, our team addresses leasing agreements, property management issues, and tenant relations.
Hotels & Leisure
Providing legal support across the spectrum of hospitality-related issues, from leasing and development agreements to operational contracts and dispute resolution.
Energy & Infrastructure Projects
Recognized as a go-to firm for Energy & Infrastructure, we advise on real estate transactions related to energy & infrastructure projects, focusing on land acquisition, regulatory compliance, and environmental impact assessments. Our deep understanding of the Energy & Infrastructure sector is crucial in navigating the complexities inherent in these projects, ensuring our clients’ ventures are strategically planned and legally sound.
Industrial Projects
Guiding clients through the legal complexities of developing industrial sites, we offer expertise in land use planning, environmental law, and construction contracts. Our lawyers have played a significant role in establishing a presence for the majority of international carmakers with manufacturing operations in Slovakia. This provides us with unique insights into the specific needs and challenges of the automotive manufacturing industry under local conditions.
Acquisitions and Disposals
Advising on acquisitions and disposals across all property types, our deep involvement in each segment of the real estate market equips us with the insights needed to identify and address issues critical to the success of our clients’ transactions.
Sector Highlights
GLP on the full lifecycle of development projects, significant expansion of their Senec logistics park, and leasing and property management for GLP’s parks
The owner and developer on issues related to the National Football Stadium in Bratislava, incorporating state-of-the-art sports infrastructure with residential and high-rise administrative components
GLP on acquiring and consolidating ca. 330,000 sqm land bank for new developments near Bratislava airport
The lessor on structuring and negotiating a long-term lease agreement for approximately 60 stores and supermarkets following the sale of CBA Slovakia
Austrian Anadi Bank on financing a mixed-use commercial complex in Bratislava.
AREA Property Partners on investment in one of Slovakia’s largest real estate developments including retail, hotel, office, and residential premises
FM Reality on financing and developing a new residential area in western Bratislava
GLP on EIA aspects of their project at a major logistics area near Bratislava airport.
Queensway Restaurants on developing new units for a global fast-food chain at prime Slovak locations
Private equity group on the disposal of a portfolio of shopping centres in Western and Southern Slovakia
Global car manufacturer on a greenfield investment project for a new manufacturing plant, including contractual arrangements with the main contractor
National Highway Company (NDS) on multiple high-value disputes, including international Dispute Adjudication Board proceedings, court cases, and settlements
City of Bratislava in number of high-profile litigations regarding third-party damage claims linked to construction projects and joint investments
Czech bank on refinancing a real estate development project in central Bratislava
National Highway Company (NDS) on various stages of major infrastructure projects in Slovakia, including sections of D1 and R2 highways
Awards and Rankings
Chambers Europe 2024
Legal 500 2024
