Aleksić & Associates
Established in 1987, Aleksić & Associates is a large full-service Serbian firm based in Novi Sad. The firm has a focus on banking and finance and restructuring and insolvency work. The firm is also active assisting with M&A transactions and project development.
Highlights
The firm has been active in providing legal opinions and legal due diligence on a range of matters in connection to real estate transactions, asset acquisitions, debt collection and general corporate regulatory advice.
Key clients
Banca Intesa Beograd, Procredit Leasing,
Addiko Bank, Eurobank, Direktna banka, Beograd and AGRISERBIA
Testimonials
“Well organized, doing business on time very professionally.” - Insolvency
“We are provided with quality counsels on matters, and taking into consideration the qualifications that the attorneys possess, we are provided with more than informed decisions on any kind of action that we take.” - PPP/PFI
“Prompt and professional advice; immediate response; kind and cooperative behavior.” - Project finance
Nemanja Aleksić
“Nemanja Aleksić's positive attributes, beside very good law knowledge, are his capability for solving complex problems as well as expediency and efficiency.”
“Nemanja Aleksić's positive attributes are his determination and depth of knowledge while providing the legal counsel, as well as his ability to act at short notice with amazing level of expertise.”
Petar Kolundžija
“Keeping deadlines (or work is done prior to deadline), clear response.”
Ivana Maras
“Well organised, communication and response with no delay.”
JPM & Partners
Established in 1991, Jankovic Popovic & Mitic (JPM & Partners)
is internationally focused and is the exclusive member firm in Serbia for Lex Mundi, the largest law firm network. The firm also has German, French, and Russian international desks due to its extensive cross border work.
The firm has a strong presence in all financial and corporate work and notable cross-border project development work.
Highlights
The M&A team has been notably active advising acquirers and sellers on a range of complex cross border transactions. A notable cross border example includes advising Toyota Tsusho Corporation on its joint venture transaction with Minth Serbia Group.
In projects, the firm specialized in PPP, energy, infrastructure and mining often working on developments of
national significance and recognizable strategic importance to Serbian development in energy compliance with EU standards. A recent highlight includes advising Serbian natural gas transmission operator – Transportgas dooo Novi Sad in connection with legal and operational aspects related to the interconnection agreement with Bulgarian natural gas transmission operator Bulgartransgaz.
Key clients
Microsoft, BASF, Toyota, Powerchina, Messer, Gatrans, Transportgas, Underground, storage Banatski Dvor, Hayat Bio-Tech Ltd, Powerchina
Testimonials
“Detailed, analytical and fast response.” - Financial restructuring
“JPM & Partners is a compound team of extraordinary individuals with great knowledge, legal expertise, experience, skills, and a great understanding of the industry and how natural gas transmission system operator's function. They are the sole law firm in Serbia with such expertise and knowledge and capability to act promptly and with clear advice. They have a reasonable approach in every sense - including the prices. They have a long bench of lawyers, and we know that at literary every point in time we can get prompt and valuable advice.” - Project development
“The response time of the team, regardless of the complexity of the task or query was outstanding. The quality of the deliverables has been to the utmost satisfaction of the company and the shareholders. The quality of the services was equal when rendered both in the Serbian and English language.” - Project development
Ivan Petrović
“Advising on the conclusion of contracts for complex services, including engineering, procurement and construction services. Drafting of provisions for such contracts. All services were rendered both in Serbian and English.”
Jelena Gazivoda
“She is always our first choice as a person of outstanding knowledge, reputation, experience, professional and personal integrity. She has long been with the firm acting as its senior partner but is still very passionate about work and resolving legal problems. She is smart, decisive, diligent, dedicated, and a true leader. Always a pleasure to work with - as in addition to her expertise, skills and knowledge she is a great person.”
Marko Mrdja
“Marko is the youngest in the team, but he is learning really fast, and he is really a valuable member of JPM team. He is progressing on a yearly level and is also very dedicated to us as a client. We can also rely on him.”
Nikola Djordjevic
“Nikola is a good lawyer, very diligent and very dedicated to our needs. He is always there for us. He also knows well the industry and he combine this well with good knowledge of tax matters what is also very important for our work.”
Karanović & Partners
Established in 1995 and based in Belgrade,
Karanović & Partners, originally Karanović & Nikolić, is a large firm by local standards, employing more than 50 lawyers, 16 of whom are partners. It has an international network, working in association with firms in Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and North Macedonia.
The firm has a focus on all matters in financial and corporate and project development work.
Highlights
In financial and corporate, the firm was notably active across the board on M&A, capital markets, projects and banking and finance transactions. A notable recent highlight includes advising on the
Green for Growth Fund, a fund initiated by European Investment Bank and Germany KfW Development Bank, with the provision of a EUR 50 million loan to UniCredit Bank Serbia to finance renewable energy projects. Notably this fund is part of Serbia’s strategic initiative to meet its targets under the National Energy and Climate Plan.
In projects, the team advised
Bechtel International, a US civil engineering group, together with company Enka on the construction of the €800 million Morava Corridor motorway. The road intends on connecting Trans-European transport Corridors X and XI that will spread throughout the Balkans.
Key clients
OTP, IFC, FIAT-Stellantis, GGF, CEE BIG, Pannonia Green / ClonBio, Bechtel International, Windvision, Interenergo, Akuo Energy Central Europe
Testimonials
“Very international, good market knowledge, excellent lawyers.” - Banking
“They work abroad and domestically with various financial documents, among all, with documents facilitating creditors to recover their claims, therefore they are welcome to transfer their knowledge to Serbian banking legal community.” - Banking and finance
“Very professional, able to provide practical, to the point input; very good partner in the region.” - Banking and finance
“I am incredibly pleased to have found a firm that continuously handles a variety of legal matters in an excellent manner, with all lawyers from different departments and jurisdictions working together on a deal as one team. In particular, the fact that Karanovic & Partners operates across the Balkan markets is immensely helpful and they are always my choice when I need reliable legal advice.
The knowledge and capabilities of their team members are truly remarkable. Overall, they have a broad range of specialties and backgrounds, so they can handle any situation no matter how complex it is.”
“What I like about Karanovic & Partners’ service is that it is constantly on an exceptional level. Whenever they provide legal support to us in all relevant matters, their approach is all-encompassing, making them extremely reliable and fully committed. I am confident that they will always pay detailed attention to transactions and their context, going the extra mile to alert us and advise against possible risks and negative outcomes. This proved to be crucial, since all the projects we have done together turned out to be successful so far. It is safe to say that Karanovic & Partners always has our best interest in mind and commits completely to maximizing those interests and benefits.
"The team of lawyers we have worked with has abundant and wide-ranging experience and is quick to respond to our questions and requests. One of their key strengths is the extensive industry-specific knowledge, which makes them more than well positioned to cater to various business needs not only in Serbia but in the SEE region, also."
"The fact that we use their services regularly, especially in complex matters, demonstrates our complete and unquestionable confidence in their advice.” - Banking and finance
“Very professional with a proper setup to respond to all requests of a big non-resident bank.” - Banking and finance
“High level of knowledge and experience, timely responses, easy going communication, experts teams per each industry.” - Financial service regulatory
“Responsive, commercial, practical advice, good understanding of the local law and market practice. Keeps us up to date on local developments.” - Investment funds
“Very responsive, good quality and precise legal advice, knowledge about market standards, practical and business-oriented approach.” - M&A
“Always knowledgeable of the real estate market and proposing balanced agreements that protects both the interest of their clients, but also promotes a swift and fast deal.” - M&A
Milorad Gajic
“Prompt, open and transparent communication, great knowledge, good network.”
Maja Jovancevic
“Responsive, commercial, practical advice, good understanding of the local law and market practice. Keeps us up to date on local developments.”
“Maja Jovančević Šetka is someone I personally and the Bank have worked with for many years. Throughout this time, she has never failed our expectations. What is highly recommendable about her is her focus and commitment, her wide-ranging skill set and resourcefulness, as well as her practical approach and seamless communication. She is a solution-oriented lawyer, who will certainly exceed performance expectations.
She not only superbly handles any regulatory issues that come up in Serbia but is also able to provide advice on jurisdictions in the region. She understands our needs well and is very proactive in strategic thinking with the aim of mitigating any possible risk. The result is that she foresees our needs and concerns and is always a step ahead, increasing the Banks benefits. She is very dedicated to all matters we work on together and navigates complex issues seamlessly.”
“She is serious, reliable, demonstrates wide range of knowledge and professionalism, respects agreed.”
“Maja Jovančević Šetka serves as our main point of contact, showcasing her remarkable ability to collaborate effectively and apply practical expertise in navigating complex issues, practices, and boundaries effortlessly. Her extensive understanding and knowledge of banking and financing law go above and beyond, while her dedicated approach to finding solutions is exceptional in minimizing any potential risks. Maja's extraordinary work truly sets her apart in the legal field.
I would also like to mention and praise from her team the associate Dimitrije Ilić and, for corporate matters, Partner Miloš Jakovljević - both are recommended.”
“Excellent across the board - professional, knowledgeable, communicative, responsive, solution-oriented."
“Knowing banking as business, anticipated needs and trends, able to get and to transfer knowledge, understands banking things better than others.”
Petar Mitrovic
“Very reliable partner; friendly, respectful, listens well and provides creative solutions.”
Radovanović Stojanović & Partners
Radovanović Stojanović & Partners is a commercial law firm focused on all aspects of commercial law with extensive experience and a reputation for business-oriented top-quality service.
Highlights
During the research cycle, the firm was notably active in M&A transactions advising buyers and sellers. A notable recent transaction includes Soravia Groups’s sale of its shares in Serbian PRIGAN DOO to Delta Real Estate Group.
Key clients
Wienerberger AG, MK Group, Soravia Group, British American Tobacco, Netconomy
Testimonials
“Very responsive, high quality, commercial approach, good fee / quality ratio.” - M&A
“The law firm stands out for their outstanding work, availability and transparency. They are always ready to assist and provide a precise legal advice on short notice.” - M&A
“Their team members provide the best legal advice on the market and are always available. They have an amazing understanding of commercial side of the deal.” - M&A
“Radovanovic Stojanovic & Partners stands out for their highly professional approach and responsiveness. Their corporate/M&A practice understands how to think through key risks while also being commercially minded to making sure we get the deals done.” - M&A
“Amazing people. Attentive partners and strong associates beneath. Capable of scaling and providing a comprehensive suite of solutions. We view the RSP team as our business partners vs our lawyers. Very much feel they are on our team and putting the client first.” - M&A
“Their transaction team provides outstanding services as they know very well how to structure a complicated transaction, always provide a straight-forward legal advice and directions and are available 24/7.” - M&A
“Radovanović Stojanović Partners have a great understanding of local law context, as well as experience in many markets abroad which was vital for our project.” - Restructuring
ŠunjkaLaw
ŠunjkaLaw was founded in 2000. It has an office in Vojvodina.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is experienced in advising creditors on cross-border restructuring and insolvency mandates and advises foreign clients on acquisitions. In addition, the firm is active in joint ventures, and private equity.
Key clients
Among its clients are Madhead Games, Atrium Consulting, Celjske Mesnine Z Dežele, Agricom Company Group, Atrium Property Services, Alba Invest doo Beograd and DR Techno VB doo Novi Sad.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
During the research period the firm was active in financial and corporate. It advised mostly acquirers and sellers in acquisitions in various industries, especially technology and telecommunication, food and beverage, social infrastructure, healthcare and industrials and manufacturing.
Client feedback: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
Banking and finance
"Knowledge, professionalism, quick responding and proactive."
Andrejic & Partners
Andrejic & Partners is a Serbian law firm. The firm is led by managing partner Aleksandar Andrejic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Eyemaxx Real Estate, Ered Netherlands, Logmaxx Alpha, Imlek, DEC International Netherlands, Petruzalek Gesellschaft, Master Inzenjering, Embassy of Brasil, Grand Casino, BEGA Ing, Log Center, Inos-Balkan and BDO Austria.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Financial services
“They are timely and responsive. Their advice is always clear and useful.”
Project development
“They are well organized, timely and provide intelligent solutions to any problem. We are pleased that they are able to think out-of-the box and that they are almost always available when we have some issue.”
AP Legal
AP Legal is a Serbian law firm. The firm is led by managing partner Aleksandar Preradovic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on M&A and finance work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Eos Matrix, MK Group, BDO Advisory, EY, Lazard Freres, CEXIM, Raiffeisen Bank International, UniCredit Bank Belgrade, OTP Bank Serbia, OTP Bank Nyrt Hungary, Česká exportní banka, Eurobank, Telenor, Banka Poštanska Štedionica.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“AP Legal had a proactive approach in resolving multiple issues we had in the process of acquisition of one bank in the Balkan region. They were always on our disposal for all the questions and queries we had and within the negotiations process they had pragmatic approach regarding resolving very complicated issues we dealt with.”
“Highly professional, well educated, excellent experience.”
AVS Legal
AVS Legal is a Serbian law firm established in 2014 by Mirko Vasilic and Milica Steljic. The firm is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in financial and corporate and project development work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Tigar Tyres (Michelin Group), G.F. Longhi Impianti doo, Milani Technical Contractor, Penta Ge. Co, Essex Balkan, Yanfeng Automotive Interiors, Healthcare Europe and Nordeus.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Project development
“Professional staff, quick response. They do all things well.”
“Prompt and reliable response. In depth analysis and confident counseling and negotiation skills.”
BDK Advokati
BDK Advokati is a Serbian law firm established in 2004 and employs 38 lawyers including seven partners. The firm is led by managing partner Tijana Kojovic and is based in Belgrade. The firm also has offices in Montenegro and Bosnia & Herzegovina and is part of the SEE Legal network.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a strong practice in financial and corporate, achieving top tier status for this area in Serbia. The firm is also very active in project development work.
Key clients
Among its clients are J.P. Morgan, UK Export Finance, BNP Paribas, Indotek Group, Nomad Foods, Archer-Daniels-Midland, DoorDash, PPF Group, Frontier Pharma, EBRD, IFC, OeEB and Enlight Renewable Energy.
Research period review: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period the firm was active in financial and corporate, and in project development.
Its financial and corporate practice consists of mainly banking and finance transactions where it advised borrowers and lenders on project financing, direct financing and acquisition financing. It also advised a creditor on a debt restructuring.
In corporate and M&A it advised acquirers and sellers on acquisition sin various industries, including consumer goods and services, technology and telecommunications, and pharmacy.
In project development it advised project developers on projects and PPPs in a versatile range of industries, especially in energy as well as oil and gas, technology, and construction.
A recent staffing change is the recruitment of Branko Gabrić, a counsel in compliance coming from Air Serbia.
Deal highlights: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
DoorSash €7 billion acquisition of Wolt Enterprises
Kovačica 104.5 MW Wind Farm project
Morava Corridor motorway project
PPF €20 million acquisition of Telenor
Sinosure €200 million financing
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Bank lending : Borrower side
"BDK was proactive, always reachable and very cooperative during the transaction. They have proven to be very thorough guiding me through a cross-border transaction in a jurisdiction I had little experience with."
M&A
"Exceptional project management, in-depth knowledge of legal and commercial issues and responsiveness."
"Solution orientated, deep knowledge of the market."
"They are very well organised and have a great team of experts in all of the relevant fields. They are very solution oriented and have a great understanding of clients' needs."
"Without a doubt, they have the knowledge and the expertise but also an excellent work organisation; they are quick to react when needed; good at leading a team or just providing support and they always provide sensible practical input, which is especially valuable for our clients. They are very easy to work with. "
Vlaimir Dasic
"Risk management, legal knowledge, solution orientated."
"Communication and knowledge of M&A deals."
Dragoljub Sretenović
"Dragoljub as the attorney of the transaction was extremely helpful and cooperative during our deal. He provided comprehensive advice, summaries on all the key points of attention and guided as through the transaction."
“Very international, good market knowledge.”
Bojanović & Partners
Bojanovic & Partners is a Serbian law firm established in 2013. The firm is led by managing partner Vladimir Bojanović and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on banking, M&A and project development work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include GTT Communications, Gazprom, Gastrans, Novi Sad, Wizz Air, NLB Group, Fevo, TMG Group, Bayer, Pfizer, Hewlett Packard Company, Mastercard, Vodafone, Hilton Hotels and Resorts, Colic Hospital, Blue Sea Capital, Immorent Finanz AG, OMV, Hutchison Drei Austria Gmbh, UniCredit Bank, CEE Equity, City Bank and BNP Paribas.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Project development
“They have deep knowledge of domestic regulation and practices merged with most up-to-date best international business and industry trends.”
Restructuring
“Fast response times, attention to detail, clear advice with balance between legal orthodoxy and commercial insight.”
Bojović Drašković Popović & Partners
Bojovic Draškovic Popovic & Partners
is a Serbian law firm established in 2013. The firm is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate and project development deals.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include EBRD, FitPass, Hogan Lovells, Dun Bradstreet, Baker McKenzie, Philips, Samsung, adidas, The Walt Disney Company, Titan Machinery, Tenth Planet, Nielsen and Pepco.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“Swift in replies, business oriented advisory, highly skilled, excellent knowledge of Serbian jurisdictions and of several industries.”
Deloitte Legal
Deloitte Legal is the Serbian presence of the international firm Deloitte Legal. The firm is based in Belgrade. Deloitte Legal is the legal side of the international firm Deloitte.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate and project development deals.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Avon Cosmetics, Johnson & Johnson, Huawei, Rio Tinto, CMEC, CEEG TEPC, Terna, Ahold Delhaize, COLAS RAIL, Geze and the Serbian Development Fund.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Financial services
“They are a truly commercially oriented team which understands both our industry and real estate market. A key value I would point out is that they have bigger picture in mind while being detail-oriented at the same time.”
M&A
“DLS is dynamic and upcoming law firm on local market. The team has been recently expanded, continuing the trend of creating a niche legal crew that combines experiences in both big and small local and international legal practices.”
Doklestic Repic & Gajin
Doklestic Repic & Gajin
is a Serbian law firm established in 2013. The firm is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work, with experience in the tobacco, automotive, banking, construction, real estate, oil and gas, mining, healthcare, agriculture and transport sectors.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Philip Morris, AmRest, KWS Group, Adecco, AIK Bank, NLB Bank, Al Rawafed Serbia, Beijing New Building Materials, NELT & Co., China Huadian Hong Kong Company and Pronatal.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking and finance
“We trust Doklestic Repic & Gajin law firm, because this firm is a problem solver. Their team represents a straightforward and responsive system that provides effective and business-friendly advice in all matters. I have a pleasure of working with DRG office in Serbia and only have praises for the quality of their work.”
M&A
“In our experience DR&G is one of the best corporate and M&A law firms in Serbia. They are absolutely fantastic, and we love working with them. They always have full control of the transaction and make sure that everything works well.”
Gecić Law
Gecic Law is a Serbian law firm established in 2015.
The firm is led by managing partner Bogdan Gecić and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work, with experience in the ICT, energy, media, construction and real estate and investment services.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Železara Smederevo, Industrial Park in the City of Smederevo, Takenaka, Carmeuse Group, Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS), Shikun & Binui, Aktor, McKinsey & Company, Gorenje, ExamRoom.AI, DKV, LVH Global, BMW, Viterra, Solar Prime and Yusen Logistics.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Investment funds
“Their approach is dedicated, and they are willing to think outside the box which is very important to us. The output they give is extremely profound, they are paying attention to details which helps us to get a broader picture. Each project is different, and they are flexible in a way to adjust to it to the most.”
“A very good team of experienced and expert lawyers from various business areas, which are necessary for a VC fund of our type to function normally.”
Harrisons
Harrisons is a Serbian law firm established in 1999 by Mark Harrison. The firm operates in London, Belgrade and Podgorica.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on both financial and corporate and project development work, with experience in the financing, bankruptcy and agriculture services.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include EBRD, IFC, DEG, Al Dahra, Al Rawafed, Deutsche Bank, OTP Bank, Citibank, Fortenova Grupa (former Agrokor group), AFD, Erste Bank, JP Morgan, Swedfund, Unicredit Bank, Visa, ENEF, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Europe, Morgan Stanley, BNP Paribas and Credit Suisse Securities.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking and finance
“Responsive, client and solution-oriented.”
“Responsive, very knowledgeable, pragmatic and solution-oriented.”
Isailović & Partners
Established in 2005, Isailović & Partners has a team of 14 lawyers based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm predominantly focuses on M&A and project development.
Key clients
Among its clients are Fortenova Group Willis International, Shutnell, Adriatica.net, Dijamant doo Zrenjanin, Marera Property, Arhar The, Crni Vrh Power doo Žagubica and Astoria Properties doo Novi Sad.
Research period review: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
During the research period the firm was active in financial and corporate, and project development.
In corporate and M&A it advised acquirers and sellers on acquisitions in various industries, including agriculture, technology and telecommunications, and energy.
In project development it advised project developers on projects in various industries, including real estate and renewable energy.
Deal highlights: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Marera Properties €11 million acquisition of Target Companies
Nušićeva Street land acquisition
Willis International €3 million acquisition of Willis Towers Watson
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking and finance
"Precise; clear; practical; ethical; business friendly; expert of trust."
M&A
"Isailovic & Partners acted in a highly professional manner, guiding us through the whole procedure. They managed to resolve all the problems we had faced during the negotiations and remove all the obstacles in this transaction so far, including those that the other participants in the process thought were impossible to be resolved quickly. "
"The firm provided full service on all aspects of the transaction and were on-mark on any issue we needed to resolve. Corporate, real-estate, regulatory. "
"They provided professional legal advice, which included drafting of all the necessary documents, assistance at meetings, everyday contact with the legal advisers of the buyer of my shares, legal assistance before the state and other authorities on my behalf and other legal support."
Restructuring
"Loyal, client oriented law office, out of box thinking, proactive attitude toward open issues and solutions."
"Prompt feedback, accuracy, high level of professionalism."
Andrija Djurovic
"Multitasking; extremely client oriented; extremely pleasant in communication; proactive approach; huge potential for leader development."
"Responsible, reasonable, accurate, direct, pragmatic, creative, self-confident."
Nikola Rodic
"Dedicated, knowledgeable, accessible."
"Highly professional, focused, never missing a beat, calm, always available for any comments and help we needed."
"Nikola is a highly professional lawyer that did everything timely, proactively and without any mistakes. His assistance and support were of immense worth for me during the process and I will keep working with him in all my future endeavours."
Law Office Kosic
Law Office Kosic is a Serbian law firm established in 2002. The firm is led by Dubravka Kosic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in financial and corporate work.
Law Office Milosevic
Milosevic Law Firm is a Serbian law firm established in 1991. The firm is led by managing partner Radomir Milošević and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate and project development, with experience in construction and materials, food and beverage, investment management and real estate sectors.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Bank of China, DKV Euro Service + Co, ArcelorMittal Distribution Serbia Beograd, Logit, Agremo Beograd, TeslaWatt, USA and Will Marlow.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking and finance
“The Law Office Milosevic team are very professional and are always responsible and helpful. They have a strong grasp of the local Serbian banking, legal and regulatory landscape.”
M&A
“Their lawyers are experienced, professional and communicative. Flexible and always ready to help, going that extra mile.”
Law Office of Miroslav Stojanović cooperating law office of Wolf Theiss
Law Office Miroslav Stojanović cooperating law office of Wolf Theiss
is a Serbian law firm working with international law firm Wolf Theiss. The firm is based in Belgrade. Wolf Theiss is an international law firm established in Austria in 1957. The firm has 340 lawyers operating in 13 countries.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate matters. The firm is also very active in project development and focused in various sector developments financed on a project basis, including PPPs and lenders in secured and unsecured financing transactions.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include RWA Raiffeisen Ware Austria, Glovoapp23, Mondelez, ALSO Holding, Toyo Tire, MRI Trading, Mizuho Bank (Japan), Erste Serbia, Komercijalna banka, Slovenia, UniCredit Bank Srbija, Erste Banka, UniCredit, Milan, Italy, Unicredit Serbia and Simmons & Simmons.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“Wolf Theiss was always available and accessible on a short notice and made work a time schedule that was often very tight. They navigated very ably the complexities of a cross-border closing with high attention to detail and logistics.”
Project development
“They are very responsive and knowledgeable.”
Marjanovic Law
Marjanovic Law is a Serbian law firm. The firm is led by managing partner Mladjan Marjanovic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate deals, with experience in pharmaceuticals, automotive, mining and metals, telecommunications, energetics, chemicals, retail and wholesale and the consumer goods sectors.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include
Serbia Zijin Copper, Galenika ad Belgrade (member of NC Group), HIP-Petrohemija AD Pančevo, Vincula Biotech Group, Special hospital for plastic and reconstructive surgery „Klinika Varis“, Pet Network SRB, Pometon, Neuroth Group (Audio Holding GmbH), B. Braun Adria RSRB, Riter Advisory Services, MD International, Kokir gradnja, MG Serbien, KPMG (KPMG Serbia) and Swiss Lab.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“We have been cooperating with this law office for many years and our experience with Marjanovic law firm is mora than positive. The legal services they provided to us mostly includes representation in disputes before the courts and so far. Thay usually have good solutions to our legal issues and we would recommend this law office to anyone Who wants to get quality legal services.”
Project development
“I am very pleased to provide a recommendation for Marjanovic Law firm Team. They have been one of the best professional services providers I have ever worked with. They possess exceptional energy and knowledge that are rarely seen in today’s legal services market. They have always provided excellent service. They are quick to analyze a legal problem and provide practical, business-oriented results quickly and cost-effectively.”
MMD Advokati
Maric Mališic & Dostanic
is a Serbian law firm. The firm is led by managing partner Ana Maric and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on M&A and project development work, with experience in cross-border and local finance transactions, including acquisition and leveraged finance, project finance, debt restructurings, refinancings as well as loan and portfolio sales transactions.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include GIC, Komercijalna Banka, Nova Ljubljanska banka, OTP Bank, Mastercard, 4iG and Arena Hospitality Group.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“They are very thorough which is something praised by both clients and people from opposing sides (sell-side advisors). They take their time and diligently inspect every aspect of the target company and potential risks to the client. They are also proactive, trying to be up-front about some key issues.”
Moravčević Vojnović i Partneri in cooperation with Schoenherr
Moravčević Vojnović and Partners in cooperation with Schoenherr
was established in 2002 and is based in Belgrade. The office employs 38 lawyers, including 16 partners. Established in 1950, Schoenherr is a leading Austrian firm with a European network that includes offices in 15 jurisdictions.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a strong relationship with local and regional lenders and advises banks on a wide range of work including M&A, NPL sales, financing and restructuring.
The firm’s finance expertise extends to more sophisticated products and, after advising on the first ever Serbian master agreement for OTC financial derivatives, it became Serbian counsel to ISDA in 2019.
Private equity firms favour Schoenherr's regional network so the Serbian branch it is often seen on large regional deals.
In the projects space the firm has a strong energy offering in Serbia, advising public entities and private parties on the development of renewable energy power plants in the region. The firm also has experience representing the state and international financial institutions on road PPP projects.
Key clients
The firm’s clients include Trans-Oil and Oaktree Capital Management, Nidec, Opportunity Transformation Investments, The Würth Group, Integral Venture Partners, AMMA Import Export GmbH, Webglobe, Auto Milovanovic, BENU, Lilly Drogerie, Smurfit Kappa, Accession Capital Partners (ACP), Banca Intesa, BNP Paribas, Citigroup Global Markets, Deutsche Bank, London Branch, J.P. Morgan Securities, Raiffeisen Bank International, Erste Group Bank and UniCredit Bank.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking and finance
“Exceptional lawyers in their team, very responsive, efficient and reliable. Also, their fees are very reasonable considering their reputation of top-level law firm and the quality of service they provide.”
Project development
“They have full knowledge both in local laws/regulations and fidic contract conditions which is crucial in Serbia.”
MVJ Marković Vukotić Jovković
Markovic Vukotic Jovkovic
is a Serbian law firm established in 2017. The firm is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate and project development, with experience in PPPs, concession projects, energy or any other infrastructural matters.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Siemens, Viber Media, IKEA, Lidl, Big shop centers Israel, H&M, Accor Hotels, AM Rest, Yunex Traffic, Siemens Energy, Xella, Cbre, Swarovski and Kentaur.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“They are extremely experienced in M&A transactions, and we are considering them as a market leader in Serbia, particularly having in mind their significant industry knowledge and understanding of accounting and financial aspects of the transaction.”
“Insightful advice, creative and resourceful thinking, adroit negotiators, fully comprehend legal nuances of cross-border transactions. Hard working and highly accessible.”
Nikcevic & Kapor
Nikcevic & Kapor is a Serbian law firm. The firm is led by managing partner Jovan Nikcevic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in project development, with experience in energy, waste management, construction and manufacturing sectors.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Itochu, Belarus-based Beltrubosprovodstroj, GCL Intelligent Company, SPV for hydro power plants Alter Energy and Energo Rwanda and Energo.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Project development
“Nikcevic and Kapor are an excellent team consisting of experienced lawyers in the construction and project development industry. We always get straight forward and fast response. They are responsive and dedicated. True professionals.”
“This law firm teamed up with the most reputable lawyers for construction and energy business from the market. All of them worked as inhouse lawyer of the leading construction firms in the past.”
Petrikić & Partneri AOD in cooperation with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz
Petrikic & Partners in cooperation with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz
is a Serbian law firm established in 2000. The firm is led by managing partner Petrikic & Partners and is based in Belgrade.
CMS is an international law firm, and their network has 70+ offices in more than 40 countries worldwide – including 28 in Europe, and more than 4,800 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a strong practice in project development achieving top tier status in Serbia for this area. The firm is also very active in financial and corporate work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include König Metall Group, BMTS Technology, Zumtobel Group, Lear Corporation, EBRD, Poseidon Group, Best in Parking – Holding, Armira, China COSCO Shipping and Lukoil.
SOG - Samardžić Oreški & Grbović
SOG - Samardžic Oreški & Grbovic
is a Serbian law firm established in 2011. The firm is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work. The firm is also very active in project development work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Lafarge, Etihad Aviation Group, Glaxo Smith Kline, Tesla, Mc Cann, Air France KLM Group, USAID, DB Schenker, FCC Group, Strabag, Vice Media, Ballast Nedam, MPC Properties, Namara Wealth Advisors, Softline Eastern Europe & Central Asia, Merkury Market SA; NLB Banka, Delta Holding, DB Engineering & Consulting, Swedish Match, Alfi Funds Slovenia and Abbot Laboratories.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“SOG has a team of great M&A lawyers that we have previous experience with. They are skilled and reliable, handle issues in an efficient manner and maintain good communication channels at all times.”
“Very renowned practice in Serbia, with a long track record. Experienced and knowledgeable partners. Excellent level of expertise, hands-on approach, easy to work with and solution-oriented team.”
SOG in cooperation with Kinstellar
Joint Law Office Marić in cooperation with Kinstellar
is a Serbian law firm in a cooperation with international law firm Kinstellar since 2010. The firm is led by managing partner Branislav Marić Kinstellar and is based in Belgrade. Kinstellar is an international law firm focused on emerging Europe and Central Asia.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate and project development work focused on structured finance, netting, derivatives, financial collateral, securitization as well as repo and capital markets transactions.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include GIC, Komercijalna Banka, Nova Ljubljanska banka, OTP Bank, Mastercard, 4iG, Masdar, OTP Bank, Unicredit and Arena Hospitality Group.
Stankovic & Partners
Stankovic & Partners is a Serbian law firm established in 2010. The firm is led by its founder Nenad Stankovic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate and project development deals,
with experience in energy, finance, water, trade, engineering and manufacturing sectors.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include EBRD, British American Tobacco Vranje, Novartis, UCTAM, Takeda, Berlin Chemie, British American Tobacco, Aelius and Galenika, Veolia Water Solutions & Technologies and Monster Energy.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Insolvency
“Full attention to detail and profound understanding of the business needs and analysis of the issues. Creative approach, with strong commitment and unmistakable precision. Swift responding in tight schedule.”
“Excellent attention to detail, creative approaches in litigation, full team dedication, profound knowledge of the law and relevant court decisions, highly responsive in tight deadlines.”
Tasić & Partners
Tasic & Partners is a Serbian law firm established in 2009. The firm is led by managing partner Marija Tasic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on project development,
with experience in food manufacturing, ICT, media, energy, infrastructure, healthcare and transportation sectors.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Kopex Group, SALIM Group, Stragen Pharma, TAV Airports, City of Pancevo, the City of Zrenjanin, Politika, the City of Sombor, Lovcen Bank ad Montenegro, FAMUR Poland and BAWAZIR Group.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“Tasic & Partners law firm provides the highest quality legal services and cost-effective solutions, and we always get quick, decisive and actionable advice. We can always be sure that they will be 100% focused on our needs and if it is necessary, they will go above and beyond their duty to get a deal through.”
Project development
“The team T&P can deliver pragmatic advice to a difficult client in a very professional way, because we can count on the fact that somebody is always on hand to respond to issues and advice is beyond all our expectations. They are top notch in terms of quality of legal advice and expertise.”
Vuković & Partners
Vukovic & Partners is a Serbian law firm based in Belgrade and managed by partner Dejan Vuković.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work, particularly in the technology, bankruptcy, greenfield investments, real estate and construction sectors.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include LynxCap Group, Alta Pay, ATEH Resolution GmbH Potsdam, Dunav Osiguranje, Triglav Osiguranje, Uniqa Osiguranje, Sava Osiguranje, Digital Finance International, Addiko Bank, Two Dots doo Beograd, ODM Asset, Erste Bank, Direktna Banka, IIG Bank and Mirabank.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking and finance
“Professional, enterprising, accurate, precise and focused on fast and efficient collection of receivables and achieving all the goals we have entrusted to them.”
“Apart from legal expertise, they provide service which covers our complete business process from due diligence up to the workout. They have in-depth business understanding of the topics they are covering as lawyers.”
Vulic Law
Vulic Law is a Serbian commercial law firm. The firm is led by its founder and managing partner Milos Vulic and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in financial and corporate work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include International Finance Corporation, Cofis, Mlekara Sabac, Mediolanum Invest and MI Fi.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Banking and finance
"Milos Vulic is one of the best local counsel I have worked with worldwide. He is extremely smart, experienced and, crucially, client-oriented. He is relentless in providing top client service, very responsive and always pleasant to work with. "
Financial restructuring
"Strong support during the process, hands-on and proactive monitoring, strong advising to meet local legal framework. "
Insolvency
"Thorough. Honest. Determined. Competent."
M&A
"The firm has a team of remarkable professionals. I really appreciated the firm's responsiveness, expertise and broad approach. The team is reliable and always on top of the project and we would highly recommend them for this type of work but also for other fields."
Project development
"The team is consistent and mindful, I really appreciate their effort to explain to me every step and all my options. Together we came up with an excellent plan that meets all my expectations. My real estate plan was implemented quickly and met my expectations and deadlines. I really appreciated the attention, open communication and friendly support throughout each stage of the process. "
Restructuring and insolvency
"They advised me on every procedure and step to be taken and I think that their advice is well thought out. I feel when we use their solutions that all projects will go well. The team is proactive, efficient and has a comprehensive approach. For example, with their legal support, the mines are now profitable after years in a ditch and despite being in bankruptcy, which is, per my information, the unique case of bankruptcy - i.e. to have the company put on track during bankruptcy proceedings enabling already partial collection of claims by creditors. Milos Vulic definitely leaves the impression of a very experienced lawyer."
Živković Samardžić
Živkovic Samardžic is a Serbian law firm established in 1998. The firm is led by managing partners Branislav Živković and Nebojša Samardžić and is based in Belgrade.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate deals focused in commercial, financial and industrial enterprises in Serbia.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Kopernikus, Nestlé Adriatic, Titan Cementara Kosjerić, Eurobank Direktna, Prva Televizija, B92, Erste Bank, Credo Ventures and Trigal.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“The team of Zivkovic Samardzic is well specialized for each field of the law, which provides always a prompt and efficient response, however providing that each of the team lawyers is regarded as friendly and accessible in any time, which gives confidence to anyone who wants to use their services.”
“Zivkovic Samardzic is fully focused on its clients. Its ability to suggest solutions to bypass deadlocks and help clients move projects forward is instrumental in completing deals. The team's availability is literally round-the-clock, which is incredible.”
ZSP Advokati
ZSP Advokati aod Beograd
is a law firm based in Belgrade. The firm is led by Founding and Managing Partner Mr Stojan Semiz.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on financial and corporate deals, particularly in the healthcare, manufacturing, consumer goods, recycling and agriculture sectors.
Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Banking and finance
“Expertise in Serbian real-estate law as well as in other banking-relevant Serbian law, knowledge of local Serbian procedures (e.g. registration of pledges/mortgages, National Bank procedures) etc.”
Project finance
“ZSP is a very good law firm available at all times. ZSP is one of the leading law firms in Serbia, which regularly represents clients in developments, real estate finance and acquisition matters.”
