G. Lehnert celebrates cross-border success, client milestones and national recognition

Seamless Cross-Border Cooperation with BFW, Colorado
In a recent strategic M&A mandate, our firm worked in close coordination with fellow MSI member firm BFW (Greenwood Village, Colorado, bfwlaw.com) to support a cross-border transaction involving a U.S.-based target and a Slovak investor. The collaboration ensured smooth execution across jurisdictions and demonstrated the practical benefits of the MSI network in facilitating trusted, high-quality service delivery on a global scale.

Strategic Client Expansion and Relocation
We are currently advising the second-largest player in Slovakia’s energy trading sector on its strategic deployment across multiple European jurisdictions, including the relocation of its corporate headquarters to Switzerland. In addition, we supported the establishment of a joint venture with a major market player in Austria, reinforcing our strength in cross-border structuring and regulatory alignment in the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Landmark Labour Law Judgment with Broad Implications
Our litigation team achieved a precedent-setting ruling before a Slovak court in a labour law dispute involving a top executive. The court’s reasoning signals a potential shift in how senior management roles are treated under employment law, introducing a stricter liability regime for high-level managers whose misconduct could result in significant operational and reputational damage. This decision may influence future judicial practice across Slovakia, particularly in disputes involving executive-level employment relationships.

Firm-wide Recognition
We are also pleased to announce that our firm has been named Law Firm of the Year 2025 in Slovakia. This marks the fourth time we have been recognised with a top-tier award in the history of this prestigious ranking, reaffirming our long-term consistency and leadership in the legal market.

Looking Ahead
We look forward to continuing our close cooperation within the MSI association and to building new partnerships with member firms worldwide. Should you or your clients require any legal support or insights related to the Slovak market, our team will be pleased to assist.