A&O Shearman handles both contentious and non-contentious work on behalf of major energy producers, distributors and suppliers. Practice head Martin Magál is experienced in project development, while Peter Šťastný is known for his ‘ability to assess the benefits and risks of the matter and to explain their impact on the case’. Tomáš Búry is noted for his expertise in high-value energy M&A deals and JVs.

Barger Prekop s.r.o.'s team of 'experts in energy infrastructure' handles the gamut of M&A deals, dispute resolution, and regulatory matters affecting the sector. Roman Prekop is experienced in all aspects of regulatory, dispute resolution and transactional work, while Adrian Barger specialises in competition issues relating to the energy sector. Monika Simorova handles matters pertaining to natural resources, as well as regulatory matters in the gas and electricity space. Matus Lahky is noted for his knowledge of both EU and domestic compliance issues relevant to the energy sector.

Hillbridges recently benefited from the expansion of its projects and energy practice, with Zoran Draškovič and Peter Hodál bringing over a five-strong team from Aldertree legal s.r.o. in November 2022. The firm has a core focus on competition and energy regulation, as well as handling relevant transactional and contentious work. Miroslav Trenčan and Martin Čabák remain key senior contacts.

Kinstellar's dedicated energy team advises on renewables, financing, and development projects. Roman Oleksik has extensive transactional and regulatory experience, while Adam Hodoň regularly advises on tax issues pertinent to the sector. Miroslav Németh has experience providing both corporate and regulatory advice to major players in the energy sector. Erik Neupaver is also recommended.

LEGATE, s.r.o counts major energy players, both local and pan-European, among its core clients. The team regularly advises clients on both greenfield and brownfield projects. Peter Vrábel is noted for his contentious expertise; Miroslav Dudlák has significant regulatory experience; and Alena Pláňavská is the name to note for contractual issues.

RUŽIČKA AND PARTNERS' project infrastructure, PPP and public procurement team is highly regarded for the breadth of its work, which spans project financing and development, as well as contentious work relating to both Slovak and EU law. Ján Azud regularly advises government bodies on high-profile infrastructure projects, including major PPP road and e-toll projects, while Dana Nemčíková typically handles transactional work. Peter Bartoš is experienced in representing clients before relevant administrative bodies. Michal Kohn is noted for his knowledge of competition law.

Dentons handles a span of energy and projects work, ranging from financing and transactions, to regulatory advice and dispute resolution, including arbitrations. Juraj Gyárfáš heads up the team, and is increasingly focused on renewable energy mandates. Patricia Gossányiová is known for advising groups of senior secured creditors to major domestic electricity producers. Peter Panek, Katarina Pecnová and Peter Kubina are further key contacts.

Co-led by Annamária Tóthová and Bernard Hager, the team at Eversheds Sutherland, advokátní kancelár, s.r.o. supports local and international clients on a range of transactions in the energy sector. The group is able to leverage the firm's pan-European network to advise on pertinent EU law issues. Mária Sadloňová is also recommended.

Known for its ‘very commercially minded, pragmatic and team oriented’ approach, G. Lehnert s.r.o. combines its capabilities in contractual, commercial and transactional work to handle the gamut of non-contentious matters affecting touching on energy and projects. Tomáš Luščoň is regularly instructed by clients active in the production of biofuels. Norbert Smaho and Jana Tögelová are the key transactional experts to note. Lucie Schweizer oversees the dedicated compliance and strategies team, while Jana Hamarová focuses mainly on EPC contracts.

Poláček & Partners‘ energy practice is regularly instructed to advise on regulatory issues affecting electricity, heat and gas production and supply. Energy-related litigation is another area of strength; Pavol Poláček, Jozef Hudák and Nikoleta Kakusová are all key contacts for such work, and regularly appear before courts of all levels, as well as the relevant regulatory bodies. Juraj Ondrejka rounds out the roster of notable senior practitioners.

SOUKENÍK – ŠTRPKA, s. r. o.'s diverse client list in the energy space spans major players focused on gas transportation, hydropower, energy transmission and electricity production. Founding partner Peter Štrpka leads the energy department, and has an equal workload of contentious and non-contentious mandates. Andrea Erbenová is a key contact for matters concerning renewables. Juraj Babiš is also noted.

The energy department at BBH advokátska kancelária, s.r.o. specialises in waste management issues, especially in connection with waste from electric and electronic equipment. Miroslav Fašung is the head of the energy team, and is expertly supported by Olga Beláňová, who is well versed in regulatory matters, as well as issues concerning grid connection and distribution.

HAVEL & PARTNERS S.R.O., ATTORNEYS AT LAW provides comprehensive advice to key players in the energy sector, including on acquisitions, public procurement and state aid issues. The team is often involved with regulation of relationships in the sector; Michal Blahovec is noted for his expertise in this type of work. Josef Hlavička and Ondřej Majer jointly lead the team.

At Paul Q Law Firm, transactional work, including mergers and acquisitons, in the energy space makes up the core of the practice. Regulatory issues are another area of strength. Boris Brhlovič is the key senior contact.

Co-led by Michal Hulena and Vladimír Kordoš, the team at Stentors tpyically advises on the production and distribution of energy, as well as projects relating to alternative and renewable sources. The firm also deals with issues related to waste management. The team is noted for its close relationship with the relevant regulatory bodies and public authorities in Slovakia and abroad. Erik Schváb is another key name.