Zita Hadfi
Junior AssociateZita's academic and professional background reflects a strong international orientation, with a particular focus on competition law and corporate law issues, as well as the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights.
She is currently pursuing French and European legal studies through the joint programme of Université Paris II Panthéon-Assas and the ELTE Faculty of Law. Beyond her legal practice, Zita places strong emphasis on social activism and active community engagement.
- Hungarian
- English
- French
- J.D., Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest, Faculty of Law, 2020-2025
- French and European Law Master’s Degree, Université Paris 2 Panthéon Assas & ELTE, 2024
Seminars
- Moderator, ELTE Faculty of Law Orientation Day (2025): Moderated a panel discussion on career opportunities within the legal profession, the challenges and implications of artificial intelligence, and pathways for legal career development, together with invited expert speakers.
Prior Experience
Prior to joining DLA Piper, she gained experience at an international law firm in Budapest, where she worked on matters relating to competition law and corporate law/M&A. Her advocacy and presentation skills are evidenced by her success in several international moot court competitions, including the Best Oralist Special Prize at a competition held under the auspices of the Council of Europe, as well as first place at the ECHR International Moot Court Competition, achieved in both English and French language rounds.
Memberships and Affiliations
- LIDC (International League for Competition Law)
- LIDC Nex Gen
- Hungarian Association of Competition Law (Magyar Versenyjogi Egyesület)
- Budapest Bar Association (Budapesti Ügyvédi Kamara)