Tomáš Doležil

Leading Authority & Private Equity Law In Czech Republic

Tomáš Doležil is recognised as a leading Private Equity lawyer in the Czech Republic, serving as a partner and head of the corporate, M&A and private equity practice at JŠK advokatní kancelář since 2014. He combines deep transactional experience with strategic advisory for international investors, private equity sponsors, family-owned businesses and corporate boards. His career is built on decades of cross-border M&A and fund-related mandates, establishing him among the most seasoned practitioners in the Czech market. He is widely recognised for his ability to navigate complex cross-border transactions and regulatory challenges.

Professional Background & Credentials

Tomáš Doležil graduated from the Faculty of Law at Masaryk University in Brno in 1998, holds an LL.M. Eur. in European law from the European Institute in Saarbrücken, and earned a Ph.D. at the University of Economics in Prague in 2006. He has practised law since 2002 and is registered with the Czech Bar, with a longstanding record in corporate, transactional and regulatory work. These academic and professional credentials underpin his technical command of cross-border transactional structures and Czech corporate law. He brings a client‑focused approach to Private Equity, fund structures and governance matters.

Career Milestones & International Experience

Before joining JŠK, Tomáš spent 15 years at international firms including Linklaters (1999–2005) and Clifford Chance (2006–2014). He completed a secondment to Clifford Chance’s private equity team in Frankfurt in 2008, which expanded his exposure to international Private Equity practice and cross-border deal execution. Since becoming a partner at JŠK, he has led the firm’s M&A & Corporate practice, handling domestic and regional transactions. His career reflects a sustained commitment to building high‑impact, cross‑border investment outcomes.

Depth & Private Equity Expertise

Tomáš specialises in the full Private Equity life cycle: buy‑side & sell‑side M&A, carve‑outs, minority and majority investments, co‑investment arrangements, secondary sales, private debt instruments and fund‑related advice. He routinely advises private equity funds, financial sponsors, strategic acquirers and family‑owned enterprises on deal structuring, acquisition financing, governance arrangements and exit planning. His work spans technology, TMT, industrials and professional services sectors, where tailored contractual & regulatory solutions are often decisive. He maintains a hands‑on approach that aligns commercial objectives with rigorous risk management.

Notable Transactions, Publications & Speaking Roles

Tomáš has acted as lead partner on numerous high‑profile transactions. He led JŠK’s sell‑side team on a major strategic sale involving an international private equity bidder and advised on significant IT‑sector and private debt transactions, taking executive responsibility for legal execution. He has authored and co‑commented on key texts in Czech corporate law, including a monograph on EU law concerns and commentaries to the Commercial Corporations Act and the Civil Code. He remains an active speaker at industry events and appears in international legal programmes addressing M&A & private equity practice.

Leadership, Recognition & Regulatory Engagement

Beyond transactional practice, Tomáš contributes to the institutional development of the Czech Private Equity market. Since 2016, he has served on the board of the Czech Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (CVCA) and chairs its Tax & Legal Committee, reflecting his role at the intersection of deal practice and policy. He serves as a member of the Czech National Bank’s Appeals Committee and has participated in the Ministry of Justice’s recodification work on the Commercial Corporations Act. His professional recognition includes being named Lawyer of the Year in commercial law in 2014 in national rankings.

What Sets His Practice Apart

Clients benefit from Tomáš’s combination of international‑firm training, hands‑on deal leadership and regulatory insight. He is known for pragmatic structuring that blends commercial objectives with precise documentation, tax foresight and governance risk mitigation. His experience across Private Equity, family‑owned enterprises and technology sectors gives him a practical edge in negotiating complex terms, managing minority protections and designing practical exit mechanisms. This blend of strategic advisory and technical execution distinguishes his work for both institutional investors and owner‑managed businesses.

Private Equity Legal Landscape & Czech Republic

The Czech Private Equity market presents a mix of opportunity and complexity: attractive mid‑market assets, evolving corporate governance norms, tax and regulatory nuances, and frequent cross‑border elements that require careful structuring. Recent reforms to Czech corporate law and active oversight by financial regulators make specialist legal advice essential for deal certainty and regulatory compliance. Advisors who combine transactional skill with policy experience — particularly in tax, corporate governance & regulatory appeals — deliver material value to investors and sellers alike. Tomáš Doležil’s breadth of experience in Private Equity matters supports lenders and sponsors with practical certainty.

Who Should Consider His Services

Tomáš’s practice is tailored to private equity sponsors, strategic acquirers, family businesses planning succession or sale, and management teams seeking buy‑outs or minority capital partners. He is well‑suited to parties requiring cross‑border coordination, bespoke governance solutions, or nuanced regulatory analysis in the Czech Republic. Businesses and individuals seeking a Private Equity lawyer in the Czech Republic will find his combination of technical depth and market experience highly relevant to complex M&A and fund‑related mandates. His sector experience in technology, TMT and professional services further informs practical outcomes.

Practical Strengths & Professional Ethos

Practical, disciplined and policy‑aware, Tomáš approaches each mandate with a focus on risk allocation, commercial outcomes and long‑term governance. He emphasizes transparent client communication and pragmatic problem‑solving, bridging legal complexity and commercial decision‑making. For businesses navigating Private Equity transactions in the Czech Republic, his track record and institutional involvement provide both transactional fluency and strategic assurance. His ongoing engagement with industry bodies reinforces a forward‑looking practice suited to evolving Private Equity frameworks.