Established in 2014, BADOKH is a boutique firm with approximately 35 lawyers based in Prague. The firm is recognised for its expertise in banking and finance, corporate/M&A and projects, and is especially well known for restructuring and insolvency work. Key figures include restructuring specialists Petr Kuhn, Vojtěch Mlynář and Kateřina Grundmanová and corporate practitioners Petr Janů, Jakub Dostál, Ivo Bárta and Vladislav Klimeš.

Key clients
Computershare Corporate Trust, Československá obchodní banka, Decci, EKOL, Hamilton & Co., Komerční banka, ORPA Holding, OZE PLAN, ROI Hunter, RSBC Holding, Správa pohledávek OKD, Vitri, Wells Fargo Trust Company

Highlights
The banking and finance team, led by Jakub Dostál represented Elio Jet a.s.in connection with a sale and lease-back financing of a private aircraft and coordinated the subsequent registrations in the relevant registers to ensure the security/ownership interests were properly recorded and operationally effective.

In M&A, BADOKH acted as lead counsel to the sellers, Karel Schindler (founder), AGORA S.A. (WSE: AGO), KAYA and Accelerating Asia Ventures providing expert legal services in connection with the sale of a 100% stake in ROI Hunter to Pattern Group Inc.

BADOKH represented the developer in the financing and implementation of the Vraňany battery energy storage system with a total output of 20 MW and a capacity of 40 MWh, one of the largest and most technologically advanced standalone storage projects in the Czech Republic.

Testimonials
“They certainly rank among the most highly regarded insolvency firms in the Czech market. We are always pleased to work with them because of their excellent combination of precise legal expertise and a practical approach supported by extensive experience.” – Insolvency

“An experienced and highly qualified team of lawyers who respond quickly, set the right priorities, and are both reliable and responsible.” – Insolvency

“The team demonstrates excellent communication skills, is always well prepared to address issues, highly responsive, intelligent and attentive to detail.” – Insolvency

“What stands out about BADOKH is its strong expertise in insolvency matters combined with a highly practical and solution-oriented approach. The team consistently demonstrates excellent communication, keeping all stakeholders aligned and ensuring that complex issues are explained clearly and addressed efficiently. They are also highly effective at anticipating potential problems early and developing timely solutions. Their thorough preparation and strategic approach have proven particularly valuable in negotiations with insolvency trustees, leading to strong outcomes.” – Insolvency

“What I value most about BADOKH’s services is their combination of strategic judgement and exceptional attention to detail. The team is consistently accessible and responsive, which is particularly important in complex and time-sensitive matters. They do not simply react to issues as they arise but proactively anticipate risks and opportunities, offering clear strategic advice at every stage. Their lawyers demonstrate a strong understanding of both the legal and commercial context, allowing them to propose solutions that are legally sound, practical and aligned with our objectives. Matters are always handled with a high degree of care, ownership and professionalism.” – Restructuring

“What stands out about BADOKH is its combination of strong technical expertise in insolvency and restructuring matters with a highly practical and commercially aware approach. The team understands not only the legal aspects of a matter but also the broader operational, financial and stakeholder context." - Restructuring

"We particularly valued their strategic thinking in contentious matters, responsiveness under time pressure and ability to communicate complex issues clearly and pragmatically. The lawyers were well prepared, detail-oriented and capable of handling sophisticated matters while remaining constructive and solution-focused. The direct involvement of senior lawyers and partners also contributed to efficient decision-making and consistently high-quality advice.” – Restructuring

“What we particularly value about BADOKH is its combination of strong legal expertise, a practical business-oriented approach and highly professional communication. The team provides efficient, clear and useful support tailored to our specific needs, helping us understand the practical implications of legal issues and choose the right course of action. The cooperation is smooth, reliable and constructive, and the team demonstrates a strong understanding of our business context.” – Project development