dr. Szabó Gergely Gábor EMBA attorney-at-law
Your reliable legal partner
Strategic Legal Advisory in Hungary and CEE
Law, Strategy & Execution — Without Shortcuts.
As a lawyer in Hungary, Budapest and a Partner at Bán, S. Szabó, Rausch & Partners,, I work with leading companies, investors and boards navigating complex legal, regulatory and transactional challenges in Hungary and across Central and Eastern Europe.
I combine legal precision, business insight and strategic clarity to help clients execute high-value transactions, build compliant and future-proof operations, and protect and grow their investments.
Trusted by Leaders and Investors
Over 15 years of experience in energy, corporate, competition, technology and financial regulation — recognized by Chambers Europe and Legal 500 for excellence in Projects & Energy and Competition Law.
With an Executive MBA from IE Business School and further studies at Yale, IMD and ESMT, I bridge law, management and strategy to deliver measurable results — not just legal answers, but business-ready legal outcomes.
“What makes him stand out is that he can explain complex regulations and practices in a smooth way and find practical solutions in a relaxed and easy manner. He could move the project forward reaching a good agreement for both parties.” — Client feedback, Legal 500
My Approach: Clean Governance
Clean Governance is my signature legal philosophy — a framework that connects compliance, integrity and business performance.
Doing business in a regulated environment is not just about compliance — it’s about trust, accountability and clarity.
My approach turns regulatory complexity into competitive and operational advantage. It combines:
- Transparent decision-making and board-level accountability
- Ethical and defensible execution
- Practical, measurable, results-driven strategies
This mindset ensures clients operate safely, confidently and competitively — without shortcuts, without politics, and without informal influence.
Services — Legal, Regulatory & Transactional Counsel
Turning regulation and risk into clarity, trust and measurable business results.
If you are looking for a trusted lawyer in Hungary with strong experience in corporate, regulatory, energy and compliance law, I provide practical, business-focused legal support across all key industries.
Clean Governance is how I deliver results.
From corporate transactions to regulatory compliance, licensing and litigation, I provide lawyer-led, board-level advisory that connects law, business and execution.
My practice covers the full range of business law — each field reinforcing the others to create a clear, compliant and growth-ready organization.
Corporate Law & M&A / Transactional Law
Comprehensive corporate and transactional legal services across company formation, restructuring, mergers, acquisitions and joint ventures.
I combine deal experience with regulatory foresight to ensure secure, fast and value-preserving transactions.
Real Estate / Property Law
Legal support for property investment, development, leasing and financing — from due diligence to contract negotiation and title registration.
TMT & Technology / ICT Law
Advisory in telecommunications, media and IT regulation, including NMHH representation, technology licensing, software contracting and digital platform compliance.
Data Protection & e-Privacy / Privacy Law
GDPR, e-privacy and data governance for cross-border operations.
Audits, DPO functions, breach response and NAIH representation — helping companies build privacy trust and data resilience.
Banking, Finance & Regulatory Law
Legal advisory for banks, fintechs and corporate financiers on MNB licensing, supervisory procedures, financial regulation and capital-markets transactions.
Competition, Antitrust & Litigation
Representation in GVH investigations, cartel and merger cases, and competition litigation.
Strategic legal defense and regulatory dispute resolution that protects market integrity and reputation.
Energy & Infrastructure Law
As a certified energy lawyer, I support clients in MEKH licensing, METÁR tenders, energy procurement, trading and infrastructure development.
I help energy companies and investors build compliant, efficient and transparent operations.
Labour / Employment Law
Employment law for executives and employers — contracts, restructuring, dismissals and internal policies that align with corporate governance and compliance standards.
Compliance & Regulatory Matters / Compliance Law
At the core of my practice: designing and implementing compliance and governance systems that work under real-world pressure.
Advisory in internal investigations, authority procedures, licensing, ESG, AI Act and NIS2 compliance — transforming compliance into confidence.
Corporate law, M&A
Formation, corporate law, mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Real estate law
Real estate transfer, legal support of real estate investments, development and management
TMT and Technology
Regulatory matters, representation before NMHH, GTCs and regulations
Data protection and E-Privacy
GDPR, advertising law, representation before NAIH (DPA)
Banking and Finance
Regulatory matters, finance and credit transactions, representation before MNB (HNB)
Antitrust, Competition
Merger clearance, cartel cases, abouse of dominance, representation before GVH (HCA)
Energy law
Energy procurement, private cable cases, representation before MEKH (Hungarian Energy Office)
Labour law
Labour contracts, advising and representation both on employer and employee side
Compliance and regulatory matters
Regulatory matters, compliance audit, due diligence
Cross-Sector Experience
As a lawyer in Hungary I advise across energy, infrastructure, finance, technology, e-commerce and manufacturing, helping multinational and Hungarian companies operate transparently and competitively in fast-changing markets.
Examples include:
- NIS2 and AI Act governance for major industrial and technology clients
- Sell-side compliance readiness protecting valuation before M&A
- Dawn-raid defense and competition representation in landmark cases
- Regulatory risk assessment for leading European energy and food manufacturers
Clients achieve measurable outcomes — faster market access, lower risk exposure and stronger regulatory resilience.
Why Work With Me
✔️ Board-level insight with hands-on execution
✔️ Recognized by Chambers Europe & Legal 500 in regulated sectors
✔️ Strategic mindset shaped by international executive education
✔️ Direct, solution-focused communication
✔️ Transparent, defensible and measurable results
My clients include corporate leaders, investors, General Counsels and international law firms who value clarity, integrity and real outcomes over formalism.
As a lawyer in Hungary with a focus on regulatory, compliance and transactional law, I help companies and investors operate confidently across all regulated sectors.
International Reach
I act as a trusted regulatory and transactional bridge for international investors and law firms operating in Hungary and CEE:
- EU/Hungary regulatory alignment and localization
- Local counsel for M&A and compliance projects
- Conflict-free collaboration with international firms
- Fast scoping, bilingual execution and board-level reporting
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CONTACT US
Place of consultations (Seat): H-1051 Budapest, József nádor tér 5-6.
Mobile: +36305491089
Phone: +3612663522
Fax: +3612663523
E-mail: gszabo@szgg.hu
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