Mgr. Michal Hybrant
Associate
Specializations: Corporate law, Mergers & acquisitions (M&A), Corporate transformations, Holding structures, Trusts and foundations, Corporate governance, Municipal law
Michal has been practicing law for over 5 years and specializes in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and corporate transformations. He provides comprehensive legal advice to clients on domestic and cross-border transactions, corporate group restructurings, and the establishment and optimization of corporate and ownership structures.
His practice focuses primarily on company formations and corporate transformations, transfers of ownership interests and shares, drafting and negotiating transaction documentation, and structuring relationships between shareholders and other equity holders. He also advises on corporate governance matters, including the design of decision-making processes, the allocation of powers and responsibilities among corporate bodies, and related corporate changes. His expertise further extends to advising companies with ownership interests held by municipalities and other local government entities, as well as legal matters involving trusts and foundations.
Michal gained valuable experience at ROWAN LEGAL, a leading Czech law firm, where he participated in major transactions and corporate projects for both domestic and international clients. Before entering legal practice as an attorney, he worked at the notarial office of Mgr. Lukáš Valigura, where he developed extensive practical experience in corporate matters, notarial deeds, and the legal aspects of company operations.
Key projects
- Advising on the complex corporate restructuring of a major district heating company in connection with the unbundling of heat distribution from heat production and trading activities, including the implementation of a demerger by hive-down with absorption
- Advising US-based AJA Video Systems on the acquisition of a majority stake in the Czech technology company Comprimato
- Advising the Palmont investment group on the acquisition of a 100% stake in TONAK, a traditional Czech hat manufacturer
- Advising a major water utility company on corporate governance matters, including the preparation and organization of general meetings
- Implementing corporate changes in companies owned by municipalities and other local government entities
- Restructuring Czech companies within international corporate groups with US shareholders, including corporate transformations and changes to ownership structures
Beyond the Law
I enjoy spending my free time actively. For me, sport is not only a way to stay physically fit but, more importantly, an opportunity to clear my mind and recharge. I particularly enjoy circuit training and padel, although I am always happy to make time for other sporting activities.
Alongside sport, traveling and discovering new countries, cultures, and places are among my greatest passions. I have a particular fondness for the Nordic countries, whose natural beauty, lifestyle, and approach to work-life balance I find especially inspiring.
One tradition that particularly resonates with me is the Swedish concept of fika – taking a moment to slow down, enjoy a good cup of coffee and something sweet, and spend quality time with others. I believe that these small moments play an important role in maintaining a healthy perspective on life, finding balance, and renewing one's energy.