CEE Legal Matters
In-depth coverage of the news and newsmakers that shape Europe's emerging markets
In The Debrief, our Practice Leaders across CEE share updates on recent and upcoming legislation, consider the impact of recent court decisions, showcase landmark projects, and keep our readers apprised of the latest developments impacting their respective practice areas.
White & Case Local Partner Jana Chwaszcz, Havel & Partners Partner Jaroslav Baier, DLA Piper Czech Republic Country Managing Partner Miroslav Dubovsky, and Schoenherr Partner Vladimir Cizek discuss the forces behind Czech investors increasingly looking beyond their borders, the sectors and destinations attracting the most interest, and the challenges that come with navigating foreign markets.
Romania is nearing full implementation of the NIS2 Directive, with secondary legislation expected to be enacted by the end of this summer. The legal framework is largely in place, and Romanian entities will have to begin their compliance efforts ahead of most other EU jurisdictions.
Over the past fifteen years, HUPX has become one of the most recognized and liquid organized electricity markets in the Central and Eastern European region. This success is not due to a single factor, but rather to a consciously developed strategic path, in which the regulatory environment, technological decisions, and international openness have all played a role. But how can one keep pace with industry developments while fully meeting the needs of market participants?
Norton Rose Fulbright has advised mBank and Bank Millennium on the PLN 400 million refinancing of an operating 175-megawatt-peak PV portfolio in Poland sponsored by Ib Vogt. DLA Piper reportedly advised Ib Vogt.
DLA Piper has advised the shareholders of NMG on the sale of 80% of the company’s shares to Vitec Software Group. Bird & Bird advised Vitec Software.
DLA Piper has advised Volaris Group on its acquisition of Bit Soft. Popovici Nitu Stoica & Asociatii advised the seller.
On September 24, 2025, Wolf Theiss announced that Vestas' acquisition of LM Wind Power’s Polish blade facility (as reported by CEE Legal Matters on May 29, 2025) closed on September 1, 2025.
In The Corner Office, we ask Managing Partners at law firms across Central and Eastern Europe about their backgrounds, strategies, and responsibilities. This time around, we asked: If you were to hire a new receptionist tomorrow, what is the one most important trait you look for and why?
The green energy transition is transforming the energy landscape of Hungary and the wider Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region, presenting both opportunities and challenges. By 2035, the region is expected to be among the leaders in integrated, low-carbon energy systems, driven by innovation, sustainability, and grid flexibility. For Hungary, this shift is especially relevant, offering strategic opportunities for domestic investors.
Norton Rose Fulbright has advised Panattoni on a long-term lease agreement for a built-to-suit fulfillment center for Auchan in Wilcza Gora, near Warsaw. DLA Piper advised Auchan.
Schoenherr, working with SANDS Advokatfirma, advised Oslo-based private equity firm Hawk Infinity on its acquisition of E-File. Grant Thornton, working with Selmer Advokatfirmaet, advised the sellers.
In The Debrief, our Practice Leaders across CEE share updates on recent and upcoming legislation, consider the impact of recent court decisions, showcase landmark projects, and keep our readers apprised of the latest developments impacting their respective practice areas.
Norton Rose Fulbright has advised Bank Millennium on the refinancing of 13 operational photovoltaic projects developed by PAD RES Group, a joint venture between Griffin Capital Partners and Kajima Europe. DLA Piper reportedly advised PAD RES.
Kinstellar, working with Addleshaw Goddard, has advised Phoenix Equity Partners Limited on its acquisition of FutureMeds, including subsidiaries in Bulgaria and Ukraine. DLA Piper reportedly advised the sellers.
July 2025 brought a number of significant legislative developments in Poland’s healthcare sector. Key updates include: (a) Medicinal products: The Sejm passed an amendment to the Reimbursement Act; (b) Pharmacies: A draft amendment to the regulation on detailed requirements for pharmacy premises has been published; (c) Veterinary sector: A draft Act on Animal Health is currently under consultation; and (d) Food sector: A draft amendment to the Act on Products of Animal Origin and the Act on Food and Nutrition Safety has been released.
DLA Piper has appointed Counsel Irina Macovei as its Head of the Intellectual Property and Technology practice in Romania.
In The Debrief, our Practice Leaders across CEE share updates on recent and upcoming legislation, consider the impact of recent court decisions, showcase landmark projects, and keep our readers apprised of the latest developments impacting their respective practice areas.
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In Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), DLA Piper continues to grow and now employs more than 320 lawyers, including 46 partners across its six offices in Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia. With our global set-up and established relationship firms across all other CEE jurisdictions, we are among the largest and most experienced international law firms in the region. Through our experience gained advising on a variety of high-profile projects and the long-term relationships we have established with our clients, we have built a reputation as a leading business law firm across CEE.