Jan Metelka LL.M.

Senior Associate

Outstanding preparation, a strong client focus, and above all, practical insights instead of dry legal theory. Working with Jan as an external partner is precisely how modern legal advisory should work.

— Petra Kulichová, Deputy General Counsel, BAE Systems OneArc

Emailjan.metelka@dlapiper.com

Call+420 734 224 927

Prague

About

Areas of FocusTechnology Corporate Intellectual Property Data, Privacy and Cybersecurity Antitrust and Competition Employment

Professional QualificationAdvokát admitted to the Česká advokátní komora (Czech Bar Association)

EXPERIENCE

Advising Michelin, a company within the French multinational tyre manufacturing group, on the acquisition of ČEMAT, a sales-focused company offering accessories for handling equipment and construction machinery in the Czech and Slovak markets.
Advising Lidya Holdings Inc., a leading African fintech company providing small loans, on launching its business in the Czech Republic, including establishment of a local subsidiary, licensing matters, and ongoing regulatory advice relating to AML, KYC and ultimate beneficial ownership requirements.
Advising UniCredit Leasing CZ on personal data protection matters, including internal processes and relationships with clients and business partners.
Advising Hankook Tire & Technology Co., Ltd. on the acquisition of a controlling interest in Hanon Systems Co., Ltd. through both the acquisition of existing shares held by Hahn & Company and the subscription of newly issued shares in Hanon Systems.
Advising FL Technics, a global provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, on foreign direct investment (FDI) regulatory aspects of its acquisition of a 100% interest in JOB AIR Technic a.s., a Czech aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul company, from Czechoslovak Group.
Advising a global energy technology company on the disposal of its software business to private equity firm TPG.
Advising Honeywell, a US-based conglomerate focused on aerospace, automation and control solutions, specialty materials and transportation systems, on a Czech foreign direct investment filing with the Ministry of Industry and Trade in connection with an internal reorganisation.
Advising i-SENS, a Korean healthcare device manufacturer, on Czech data protection laws and regulations in connection with its international business expansion.
Advising Vestas, a global wind turbine manufacturer, on the negotiation of contracts with a wind power plant company under Czech law.
Advising ModusLink Czech Republic, a Czech subsidiary of a leading global supply chain solutions and e-commerce provider, on updating beneficial ownership registrations following changes to the group structure.
Advising Warner Bros. on Czech foreign direct investment implications arising from a corporate restructuring, including notification requirements and regulatory risks.
Advising HDI Insurance plc, a subsidiary of the HDI Group and a major European insurance provider, in a potential trademark dispute with Direct.cz concerning the use of the name "Direct" in connection with insurance services in the Czech market.
Advising Progress Software, a US-based software company, on implementation of the EU Data Act into internal processes and related regulatory compliance matters.
Advising a leading global beer, spirits, soft drinks and food group on a multi-jurisdictional NIS2 Directive compliance project coordinated from the Prague office.
Advising a leading international television broadcaster on its NIS2 Directive compliance programme, including a comprehensive review of cybersecurity policies and the preparation of new governance and compliance documentation.
Advising an iGaming platform providing white-label solutions for online casinos on gambling regulatory matters, including obligations to respond to player requests for information relating to deposits, bets and winnings, and the consequences of non-compliance across multiple jurisdictions.