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Jan Rataj

Jan Rataj

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Jan heads the Czech IP/IT practice and is a well-versed lawyer with extensive expertise in supporting clients, particularly in data protection, cybersecurity and advertising. He has also advised on copyright matters, especially in the context of film productions. Additionally, Jan has significant experience in trademark and design litigation, as well as trademark and design filing, helping clients protect and enforce their intellectual property rights.

Jan has also made a name for himself in advising on all areas of corporate law, including M&A. With years of experience in globally recognised law firms and an educational background in economics, he possesses a comprehensive understanding of the business landscape relevant to the operations of both national and international clients. This includes expertise in navigating financial, accounting, and tax matters that are essential to their success.

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Copyright & media law
Information technology
Data & cyber
Artificial intelligence
Brands & advertising
Corporate/M&A & capital markets
Venture capital
Private equity

CV

Since 2024 Counsel, Taylor Wessing
2009 - 2024 Senior Associate, DLA Piper
2006 - 2009 Associate/Advocate (attorney-at-law), CMS Cameron McKenna, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
2002 - 2005 Trainee, CMS Cameron McKenna, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
2001 - 2002 In-house Lawyer, TMF Czech, Prague, Czech Republic
2000 - 2001 Tax and Audit Junior, Noerr Stiefenhofer Lutz, Munich, Germany
2005 Admitted to the Bar, Czech Republic
1995 - 2000 Law studies, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
1994 - 2000 Finance Studies, University of Economics

Career

Since 2024 Counsel, Taylor Wessing
2009 - 2024 Senior Associate, DLA Piper
2006 - 2009 Associate/Advocate (attorney-at-law), CMS Cameron McKenna, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
2002 - 2005 Trainee, CMS Cameron McKenna, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
2001 - 2002 In-house Lawyer, TMF Czech, Prague, Czech Republic
2000 - 2001 Tax and Audit Junior, Noerr Stiefenhofer Lutz, Munich, Germany

Education

2005 Admitted to the Bar, Czech Republic
1995 - 2000 Law studies, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic
1994 - 2000 Finance Studies, University of Economics

Memberships & Associations

Czech Bar Association

Additional languages

English

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