Judit Gulyas-Kovacs Returns to Private Practice by Joining Partos & Noblet

Former Head of Corporate Legal Department at Erste Bank Hungary Judit Gulyas-Kovacs has joined Hogan Lovells’ associate law firm in Hungary Partos & Noblet as its new Head of the Banking and Finance practice.

Before the move, Gulyas-Kovacs spent 12 years at Erste Bank Hungary. She worked as Legal Counsel from 2013 to 2014, as Head of Corporate Work Out and Restructuring Legal Department from 2014 to 2015, and as Head of Corporate Legal Department from 2015 to 2025.

Earlier, she worked for CMS as an Associate from 2008 to 2011 and, earlier still, for UniCredit Bank Hungary from 2003 to 2008.

“We are thrilled to welcome Judit to our firm,” said Managing Partner Christopher Noblet. “With her arrival, we are taking an important step in reinforcing our Banking and Finance practice. Her deep sector knowledge, strategic mindset, and leadership will be instrumental in expanding this key practice area.”

“I am truly excited to join the firm,” added Gulyas-Kovacs. “This role provides a unique opportunity to further develop the Banking and Finance practice within an international and dynamic environment. I look forward to contributing to the firm’s growth and to supporting our clients with innovative and business-focused legal solutions.”

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