Author: Sarah Smith

For a Romanian entrepreneur active in the e-commerce of medical and care products, Buju Stanciu & Asociații obtained the suspension of the decision that had opened the insolvency procedure, pending the resolution of the appeal.

In a sector where continuity means available stocks, fast deliveries and the trust of patients, families, clinics and commercial partners, a decision to open insolvency can have serious effects before the substantive dispute is clarified.

The case raises an important question for the business environment: can a company end up in insolvency when an essential part of the claim is based on contested penalties, invoiced unilaterally?

It was argued that the insolvency procedure should not be used to settle, under the pressure of time, a real commercial dispute. The appeal court ordered the suspension of the effects of the decision until the appeal is heard.

“An insolvency decision is not just a procedural matter. It can immediately affect a company’s reputation, commercial relations and ability to function. Therefore, insolvency should not be transformed into a pressure tool in a contested commercial dispute.”Marius Stanciu, Managing Partner, Buju Stanciu & Asociații

For companies, rapid reaction and procedural strategy can make the difference between a one-off difficulty and a crisis with disproportionate effects.

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GVZH is delighted to announce that Dr Jean Pierre Scerri, JP to colleagues and friends, will be joining GVZH Advocates with effect from July 2026. JP brings over 25 years of international experience spanning private practice, multinational corporations and regulatory authorities, with a particular focus on technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) law.

Having advised operators, regulators and businesses across Europe, the UK, the Middle East and Africa, his appointment reinforces their commitment to delivering commercially focused legal advice in a fast-moving sector.

“We are thrilled to welcome Jean Pierre to the partnership,” said Andrew J. Zammit, Managing Partner at GVZH Advocates. “His depth of expertise is exactly what we need as we elevate our TMT practice across both Europe and the GCC region. Leveraging the wealth of experience Jean Pierre brings, I’m genuinely excited about the prospects ahead for our clients and our firm.”

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Ružička and Partners law firm has been honoured as the Law Firm of the Year 2026 in the categories of Public Procurement and Corporate Law, marking our fourteenth consecutive win in public procurement.

During the Law Firm of the Year 2026 gala evening, Ružička and Partners received awards in two categories. In Public Procurement, they have remained unbeaten since the competition’s inception in 2013 – fourteen years with fourteen first-place finishes. No other firm in the history of these awards has achieved such a remarkable record in any category. The second award was in Corporate Law.

Ružička and Partners’ record-breaking success in public procurement stems from their involvement in some of Slovakia’s most significant strategic projects. These include the Nitra–Banská Bystrica expressway, the new terminal at Bratislava Airport, the restoration of the Slovak National Gallery, the reconstruction of Roosevelt Hospital in Banská Bystrica, the football stadium in Košice, and the establishment of Volvo Cars and Jaguar Land Rover in Slovakia.

They support their clients throughout the entire procurement process, starting from preparing tender documentation to representing them before the Public Procurement Office, the European Commission, and the courts. In cases concerning breaches of EU law in this area, they have maintained a 100% success rate when representing Slovakia.

“The Public Procurement Act has undergone more than thirty amendments in recent years. This level of legislative instability necessitates deep expertise and the ability to navigate constantly evolving rules. Ultimately, what matters most are tangible results—a completed road, a functioning hospital, or new trains,” said Ján Azud, Head of the Public Procurement practice at Ružička and Partners.

The second award came in the Corporate Law category. For over 30 years, Ružička and Partners has been advising clients on corporate reorganizations, ownership structures, executive decision-making, and day-to-day contractual matters, compliance, and disputes.

“Major transactions attract attention, but the true operation of a company is built on everyday decisions. Even a seemingly minor legislative change can significantly impact a business,” said Dana Nemčíková, Head of our Corporate Law practice.

The Law Firm of the Year competition, organized by EPRAVO Group in cooperation with the weekly TREND, annually evaluates the quality of legal services in Slovakia. Awards in specialized categories were presented on April 21 in Bratislava.

“We have been active in the market for over 30 years and have contributed to projects with significant economic impact. We greatly appreciate this year’s double recognition, which reflects the long-term commitment and efforts of our entire team,” added Jaroslav Ružička, Managing Partner of Ružička and Partners.

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