What are Gábor’s primary legal practice areas and specializations?
Gábor’s primary legal practice areas are mergers and acquisitions (M&A), commercial law, and intellectual property law in Hungary. He regularly advises international and domestic clients on corporate transactions, including legal due diligence, deal structuring, and the negotiation of share purchase and investment agreements. In commercial law, he supports businesses with drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts such as supply, service, distribution, and licensing agreements. As an IP and software law specialist, he focuses on copyright, software licensing, SaaS agreements, and IP protection in technology-driven industries. This unique combination of M&A, commercial, and intellectual property expertise allows him to provide integrated legal solutions for clients navigating complex business and technology matters in Hungary and across the EU.
Where has Gábor gained his legal experience and professional expertise?
Gábor has spent his entire legal career at Jalsovszky, where he has worked for over 13 years since graduating from university. As a senior associate, he advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, commercial law, and intellectual property matters in Hungary, with a strong focus on cross-border transactions and technology-driven legal issues. In addition to leading mandates, he mentors junior colleagues and lectures at the Jalsovszky Academy, the firm’s in-house training program, reflecting his dual commitment to client service and developing the next generation of lawyers.
Which high-profile or representative legal cases has Gábor handled?
Gábor has advised on numerous high-profile M&A and investment transactions in Hungary, often with cross-border elements. He has acted on both buy-side and sell-side mandates, including the sale of Hungarian companies to international strategic investors and the acquisition of local businesses by global private equity funds. His experience also includes representing venture capital investors and technology start-ups in financing rounds, shareholder negotiations, and exit transactions. Beyond transactional work, he has led complex commercial and intellectual property mandates, such as structuring software development and SaaS licensing agreements for IT and creative industry clients. These representative cases highlight his ability to combine deep legal knowledge with practical, business-focused solutions for international and domestic clients alike.
What academic background and professional qualifications does Gábor hold?
- Law degree, Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest (2012)
- Licensed attorney, member of the Budapest Bar Association (2017).
- National Representative of Hungary, International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA) (2025-2028),
- Languages: fluent in English
What additional professional contributions demonstrate Gábor’s legal expertise?
He has been Recommended by Legal 500 in Corporate/M&A for three consecutive years, underscoring his strong market reputation. Gábor is a member of the International Bar Association (IBA) and the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA), where he actively participates in international conferences on M&A, intellectual property, and technology law. He also publishes articles on current legal developments, strengthening his visibility on the Hungarian market. At Jalsovszky, he lectures at the Jalsovszky Academy and mentors junior colleagues, sharing insights from over 13 years of practice. These contributions reflect his commitment both to delivering high-quality legal advice and to shaping the professional discourse around M&A, commercial, and IP law in Hungary. Outside the office, Gábor’s passion for travel complements his enthusiasm for professional exchange and international networking. He also has a long-standing passion for electronic music - before his legal career, he was active as a music producer and DJ, an experience that continues to inspire his creative and innovative mindset.
