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As the go-to legal advisor for complex commercial matters in the region, Schoenherr aims to use its proximity to industry leaders, in developing practical solutions for future challenges. We keep a close eye on trends and developments, which enables us to provide high quality legal advice that is straight to the point.
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Hungary: Schoenherr advises Vista Bank (Romania) on EUR 90m syndicated financing for Premier Energy's Hungary acquisition
Schoenherr advised Vista Bank on the financing provided for the acquisition of Iberdrola's Hungarian renewables business by a consortium formed by Premier Energy Group and iG TECH CC Zrt.
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18 February 2026
S.Hödl G.Ebner T.Waidmann M.Thorbauer V.Weiss P.Feyl M.Pressler N.Zafoschnig S.Grobmüller D.Mutevelic
Austria/CEE: Schoenherr advises ODDO BHF on expansion of strategic M&A partnership with Raiffeisen Bank International across Austria and CEE
Schoenherr advised ODDO BHF, a Paris-based financial services group, on the expansion of its partnership with Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI), building on a successful collaboration in equities trading and research. The companies' partnership now extends to M&A advisory services in Austria, as well as across Central Eastern Europe.
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Romania: Schoenherr advises Treo Asset Management on sale of Maxbet Romania and Malta to Super Technologies
Schoenherr advised Treo Asset Management on the sale of Maxbet Romania and Maxbet Malta to Super Technologies, the company operating the Superbet online betting and casino brand. By acquiring Maxbet's operations and client portfolio, Super Technologies takes a significant step forward in its consolidation strategy within the Romanian gaming market.
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Jingle all the way to trademark protection: EU ruling opens door for short melodies
In its judgment of 10 September 2025 (Case T-288/24, Berliner Verkehrsbetriebe), the General Court delivered an important ruling on the registrability of short musical jingles as sound marks. This decision has significant practical implications for companies seeking to establish a recognisable acoustic brand identity.
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to the point: Litigation-Update Österreich 1/2026
Willkommen zu unserem monatlichen Litigation-Update für Österreich.
Mit diesem Newsletter möchten wir Ihnen einen kompakten und aktuellen Überblick über relevante Rechtsprechung, Gesetzesänderungen und Entwicklungen im österreichischen Zivil- und Zivilprozessrecht bieten. Von höchstgerichtlichen Entscheidungen über Neuerungen bis hin zu praktischen Hinweisen für Ihr Unternehmen – wir halten Sie auf dem Laufenden.
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Hungarian competition law and enforcement trends for 2026
In this article we explore recent legislative changes and enforcement trends in the practice of the Hungarian Competition Authority (HCA), while highlighting what companies can expect in 2026.
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When "earlier" is not enough: CJEU sets timing rules for validity of earlier rights in EU trademark opposition and invalidity proceedings
CJEU clarifies when an "earlier trademark" must be valid.
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11 February 2026
K.Tupá M.Svoboda K.Hlavinková G.Pázsitka N.Ordody-Nagy V.Veres A.Gaál
to the point: financial regulation | 1/2026
Welcome to our to the point newsletter. Every month, we look back at the most relevant developments in financial regulation in the CEE region.
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