Competition in Bosnia & Herzegovina

Maric & Co Law Firm

Marić & Co Law Firm is home to a well experienced competition team, with extensive experience getting clearance for complex M&A before the local antitrust authority. The group also excels in filing notifications of concentration between companies, merger notifications and seeking individual exemptions, and represents clients from the telecommunications, energy and food industries. The practice is jointly led by Džana Smailagić-Hromić and Ezmana Turković. Smailagić-Hromić regularly represents clients in merger control proceedings, cartel and abuse of dominance cases, whilst Turković is adept at advising on enforcement and merger control proceedings, in addition to antitrust law compliance programs.

Responsables de la pratique:

Džana Smailagić-Hromić; Ezmana Turković


Les références

‘This team doesn’t just know competition law—they live it. Their advice is always timely, commercially relevant, and tailored to our business realities.’

‘Whether handling sensitive investigations or navigating merger filings, they bring clarity and confidence to every step.’

‘Compared to other firms, their responsiveness and tech-enabled processes save us time and reduce risk.’

Principaux clients

BH Telecom


Raiffeisen Bank


Agrokor


CEMEX UK


M.T. Abraham Group


LG Electronics


Lufthansa Technik AG


Inditex S.A.


Akt.online Ltd


Telekom Srbija


Agro Group


Open Pass Limited


Fortenova Group


NLB Skladi


Schneider GmbH Germany


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Telekom Srbija in the pending case before the Competition Council of Bosnia and Herzegovina involving the filing of complaints asking to investigate the anticompetitive effects of two agreements entered into between subsidiaries of United Group and international broadcasters.
  • Advised Open Pass on the preparation and filing of the merger notification for its acquisition of sole control over Fortenova Group.

Sijerčić & Partners

Sijerčić & Partners has a proven track record representing clients in merger cases between the competition authorities and courts, in addition to investigations and divestment negotiations. Handling the full range of competition matters, the group is particularly impressive in cartel, abuse of dominance and litigation cases. The team has notable specialism in regulated sectors such as new technologies and fast-moving consumer goods, and provides competition compliance and enforcement services. At the helm of the practice, Nihad Sijerčić has extensive experience in M&A and competition matters, particularly in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Minela Šehović joined the team from Moravčević Vojnović and Partners in cooperation with Schoenherr in February 2025.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nihad Sijerčić


Autres avocats clés:

Minela Šehović


Les références

‘Professional knowledge and experience in a large number of competition cases make them a reliable partner.’

‘Nihad Sijerčić is a reliable and expert lawyer who masters the subject matter and provides proactive advice and solutions.’

‘We choose Sijerčić & Partners due to their deep expertise in antitrust and merger control matters, as well as their knowledge of telecoms and media regulations.’

Principaux clients

United Group


Telemach BH


Association of Cable Operators (UDMU)


Arcelor Mittal


Sanofi-Aventis Groupe/Stada and Swixx Biopharma AG


Gunnebo


Henkel


Hemofarm


Fresenius


Grupo Bimbo


Philip Morris International


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Philip Morris International on all competition compliance matters in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Advising Sanofi-Aventis Groupe in the extension of the individual exemption before the competition authority of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Advising United Group in the merger notification proceedings with the Bosnian national competition authority.

Dimitrijević & Partners

Dimitrijević & Partners maintains a strong position in the market for competition matters, from assessing acquisition implications to advising on proceedings before the competition council of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The team demonstrates expertise in both local and international transactions, and in highly regulated sectors such as professional services and telecommunications. At the helm of the practice, Stevan Dimitrijević excels in merger control filings and competition compliance for clients in the natural resources, healthcare and insurance industries. He also has extensive experience litigating competition matters, and structuring complex transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Stevan Dimitrijević


Les références

‘Responsive, razor-professional, and great value for money.’

‘The firm consistently balances quality with cost efficiency.’

‘Stevan Dimitrijević is a highly communicative and professional attorney, deeply informed about market developments and the local landscape. He combines sharp legal insight with an exceptional network of finance, tax, and other specialist advisors.’

Principaux clients

Dundee Precious Metals Inc.


Mtel Telecommunications a.d. Banjaluka


Lovric, Novokmet & Partners


Kirm I Perpar


Jadek I Pensa


ZUB Intrenational Medical Center – Affidea


Triglav


Blic.net


Jaćimović d.o.o.


Vitinka a.d. Zvornik, Vitaminka a.d. Banjaluka


Power China


Eubelius


Glovo


Blicnet/Focus M


Elta kabel d.o.o. Doboj


Telrad d.o.o.


Telemach


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Dundee Precious Metals Inc. on the acquisition of a mining project in Bosnia and Herzegovina, conducting legal due diligence and assisting with the merger control filing before the national competition authority.
  • Represented Mtel – Telekomunikacije Republike Srpske in the merger control proceedings before the Competition Council of Bosnia and Herzegovina, regarding its acquisition of Trion Tel, a Banja Luka-based telecommunications company.
  • Advised ZUB throughout the process of obtaining consent from the Competition Council regarding the exemption of an individual agreement under competition law.

Law Office Miljkovic & Partners

The competition practice at Law Office Miljković & Partners is frequently sought out by clients in the automotive, pharmaceutical and food industries for advice in cases before the Bosnia and Herzegovina Competition Council. The group also comfortably handles issues involving abuse of a dominant position. Spearheading the practice in Sarajevo, Sead Miljković is equipped to handle imposition of fines, distribution agreements and civil litigation, and is a key advisor for competition concerns in energy and telecommunications projects.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sead Miljković


RRH Legal d.o.o., member of the CMS network

RRH Legal d.o.o., member of the CMS network is praised by clients for its expertise in local antitrust, merger control, and unfair competition regulations. The firm also excels in competition litigation, representing clients in the energy, banking and telecommunications industries. The practice is directed by two capable partners; Andrea Zubović-Devedžić handles the full range of merger control, antitrust compliance and regulatory issues, and Indir Osmić has in-depth knowledge of restrictive agreements and abuse of dominance cases. Zlatan Balta is another name to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Andrea Zubović-Devedžić; Indir Osmić


Autres avocats clés:

Zlatan Balta


Les références

‘Zlatan Balta provided advice on all competition matters, and we were very satisfied with the quality of his advice, work and agility.’

‘They provide legal solutions that are not only legally sound, but also commercially insightful, strategically valuable, and adapted to the real needs of the client.’

‘The team I work with consistently sets itself apart through its outstanding professionalism, strategic acumen and sincere dedication to client service.’

Principaux clients

Unifarm d.o.o. Lukavac


Michelin


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Unifarm on competition law matters regarding restriction of competition to domestic pharmaceutical manufacturers.