Dispute resolution in Serbia

JPM & Partners

JPM & Partners advises on a wide range of contentious matters in Serbia, with particular strength in commercial litigation and international arbitration. The team is regularly instructed on cross-border disputes involving sanctions, insurance claims and construction projects, acting for multinational clients across the energy, infrastructure, manufacturing and technology sectors. The practice is led by Milos Mitic, who brings long-standing litigation experience, alongside Djordje Novcic, who focuses on international arbitration and complex commercial disputes. Danilo Nikolic also heads white-collar and corporate crime defence, and Aleksandar Popovic oversees IP, creative industries and civil law disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Milos Mitić; Djordje Novcic; Danilo Nikolić; Aleksandar Popovic


Les références

‘JPM has provided legal services for our company for more than 20 years. They remain our first point of contact for all our legal matters. We are completely satisfied with their services, dedication, and expert knowledge in all cases they participate in. JPM is definitely the best full-service law firm in Serbia with a long tradition of supporting the leading foreign and domestic companies in the market.’

‘Djordje Novcic is one of the best legal minds in Serbia, always providing the best possible legal support regardless of the complexity of the matter. He is our main point of contact, and we can not praise him more. Another member of the department we have the pleasure of working with is Aleksandar Popovic. He has a long-standing reputation as an excellent litigator, well-versed in diverse practice areas spanning from Real Estate, Commercial Law, IP litigation, and TMT.’

‘JPM & Partners are a leading law firm in Serbia. They provide top services in a very responsive manner. Services are up to date with great experience and reasoning behind, in the best interest of the client.’

Principaux clients

Colas Rail


Eviden


BASF SE Germany


XELLA


TotalEnergies France


Verag Spedition


SkyUp Airlines


Knjaz Miloš


Klascka


LD Export Luxemburg


Discovery Communication Europe Limited


Eurosport SAS


MetalCati, Turkey


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Eviden in multiple legal proceedings before Serbian courts against one of the largest insurance companies in the region.
  • Representing TotalEnergies in a cross-border dispute arising from a sale and purchase agreement with a Serbian energy company, impacted by the evolving international sanctions regime targeting Russian entities and affiliates.
  • Representing SkyUp Airlines, a Ukrainian low-cost and charter airline, in an international arbitration against a regional aerospace company specialising in aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services.

Karanovic & Partners o.a.d.

Karanovic & Partners o.a.d. advises on a broad range of dispute resolution matters in Serbia, covering complex commercial litigation, international arbitration and restructuring-related disputes. The team is frequently instructed on high-value construction, infrastructure, banking and aviation disputes, alongside M&A, insolvency and enforcement matters. The practice is led by Milan Lazić. In January 2026, Milica Savić departed the firm.

Responsables de la pratique:

Milan Lazić


Autres avocats clés:

Ivana Racković; Aleksandar Novaković; Filip Šušulić; Milica Volarev; Valentina Đorđić Mijatović


Les références

‘We value our long-standing cooperation with Karanovic & Partners, who provide us with expert legal representation in litigation and strategic support in banking law. Their deep understanding of the financial sector and proactive approach make them a trusted advisor in navigating complex legal challenges.’

‘We work with an exceptional team at Karanovic & Partners, whose collective expertise, dedication, and professionalism fully meet our expectations. Their collaborative approach and deep understanding of our industry make them a reliable and valued legal partner.’

‘Karanovic & Partners offers seamless coverage across the Western Balkans, with a team that is both technically strong and highly commercial. They stand out for coordinating complex, multi-jurisdictional projects with efficiency and consistency. Compared to other firms, their regional reach, responsiveness, and practical advice make them unique.’

Principaux clients

Avia Prime Holding


OTP Bank Group


Pizzarotti| Group


Farmalogist


Johnson Electric


FCL |Ambiente


NIBE Group


Helleniq| Energy


Aqualia| Intech


Dijkstra Logistics FZE


Reuters


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Avia Prime Holding and their Serbian subsidiary Jat Tehnika, a regional maintenance, repair and overhaul company in various types of aviation disputes.
  • Advising OTP in Serbia and CKB in Montenegro on daily advice and representing them in various labour and commercial disputes, and white-collar crime matters.
  • Represent Pizzarotti, an Italian construction company operating in the design and construction of major civil and infrastructure works, such as buildings, hospitals, roads and motorways, rail works and underground works.

Mihaj, Ilic & Milanovic Law Firm

Mihaj, Ilic & Milanovic Law Firm is regularly instructed on complex litigation and arbitration matters in Serbia, with a particular focus on investment arbitration, high-value commercial disputes and insolvency-related proceedings. The team acts for state entities, public bodies and major corporates, and is frequently involved in construction, aviation, energy and real estate disputes, including FIDIC-related matters. The practice is led by Senka Mihaj, who focuses on investment and commercial arbitration, alongside Nemanja Ilic and Marko Milanovic, whose work spans commercial litigation, corporate disputes and sector-specific contentious mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Senka Mihaj; Nemanja Ilic; Marko Milanovic


Les références

‘It is a great practice made up of great professionals with extensive knowledge of the disputes. Great reputation and delivery.’

‘The level of the lawyers is excellent, the entire team has high professional standards. The entire litigation team shines from top to bottom.’

‘Excellent practice. Excellent grasp of law and very diligent about facts, always very well-prepared.’

Principaux clients

Republic of Serbia


Makler


Air Serbia


Belgrade Waterfront


BW Galeria


Galeb Group


Deposit Insurance Agency


Kadena Sotheby’s International


Danube Riverside


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Air Serbia, a national airline, in several corporate and commercial litigations, concerning the ongoing corporate and aviation-related disputes before the Courts in Serbia and the CEE region.
  • Represented Belgrade Waterfront in projects for the future development of Belgrade, the Serbian capital.
  • Representing Republic of Serbia in the investment arbitration proceedings worth €40m as well as in the ICSID annulment proceeding with €90m.

Moravčević Vojnović and Partners in cooperation with Schoenherr

Moravcevic Vojnovic and Partners in cooperation with Schoenherr’s dispute resolution team in Serbia is best known for its work on investment treaties and international commercial arbitration. The group is frequently instructed by states, state-owned entities and multinational corporates on disputes arising out of infrastructure, energy, telecoms and regulated sectors. Slaven Moravčević co-heads the practice, alongside Nataša Lalatović Đorđević and Jelena Bezarević Pajić, who are closely involved in arbitration mandates. Matija Vojnovic contributes experience from complex corporate and energy-related disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Slaven Moravčević; Nataša Lalatović Đorđević; Jelena Bezarević Pajić


Autres avocats clés:

Matija Vojnovic; Vanja Tica; Blagoje Milošević


Les références

‘MVP in Belgrade punches well above its weight. They are diligent, timely and super responsive — and bring results.’

‘MVP’s attention to detail and even more so ability to navigate across jurisdictions and legal and business culture is invaluable.’

‘The team combines unmatched regional knowledge with deep expertise in handling complex matters under all major arbitral rules, making it the go-to choice for clients navigating cross-border disputes in this part of Europe.’

Principaux clients

VA INTERTRADING AG


Government of Bosnia and Herzegovina


United Group B.V.


Adria Serbia Holdco B.V.


Serbia Broadband – Srpske kablovske mreže


Rio Tinto


Mera Investment Fund Limited


Cooper Standard d.o.o. Sremska Mitrovica


Wolt


Halkbank


Greiner Packaging


State of Montenegro


Elektroprivreda Srbije (EPS)


Basketball Club Vojvodina


UniCredit Bank


AGP SGA and Alma Quattro


Eurobank Direktna a.d.


Tehnoexport


SID Banka


NLB Bank


NELT


Capital Estate


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Bosnia and Herzegovina in an UNCITRAL investment arbitration initiated.
  • Representing three claimants in one of the most recent investment treaty claims against the Republic of Serbia.
  • Represents APG, SGA and Alma Quattro, as claimants, in a multimillion EUR investment treaty arbitration against Serbia before ICSID.

BDK Advokati AOD

BDK Advokati AOD advises on a broad mix of contentious matters, combining commercial litigation and arbitration with criminal, employment and human rights disputes. The team is particularly active in commercial and construction arbitration, alongside complex employment litigation and criminal proceedings for corporate clients. Tijana Kojović heads the practice and regularly acts as counsel and arbitrator, with the group appearing before courts, arbitral tribunals and investigative authorities.

Responsables de la pratique:

Tijana Kojović


Autres avocats clés:

Relja Radović; Aleksandra Djurdjevic


Les références

‘Very strong lawyers in an otherwise difficult market to find professional people.’

‘Tijana Kojović is a very strong litigator with tactical skills who is capable of meeting the expectations of demanding international clients.’

‘Integrity, knowledge, strong structuring of cases and client support.’

Principaux clients

DHL International


Trans Trade RK


Meggle


Pharma Swiss


MAK-SYSTEM Serbia


Parexel


Iron Mountain


Azvi SA


Oximio


Agricultural Cooperative Renta Trlic


Froneri


Sojaprotein


Goodyear Dunlop Tires Operations S.A.


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Nutriset in a €14m claim in relation to an allegedly contaminated delivery.
  • Representing a client in a highly contentious matter with a former employee.
  • Representing a client in a €3m ICC commercial arbitration dispute initiated by the customer in relation to an allegedly defective delivery of wastewater treatment equipment.

Joksovic, Stojanovic & Partners

Joksovic, Stojanovic & Partners is frequently instructed on complex litigation and arbitration matters in Serbia and Montenegro, with work spanning commercial, employment, IP, environmental, insolvency and administrative disputes. The team is also active in international arbitration, often acting alongside foreign counsel in cross-border proceedings. The practice is led by Milan Joksovic, Petar Stojanovic and Dragan Psodorov, all of whom regularly act as counsel and arbitrators, and are closely involved in proceedings before domestic courts, constitutional courts and arbitral institutions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Milan Joksovic; Petar Stojanovic; Dragan Psodorov


Autres avocats clés:

Danilo Vukcevic


Les références

‘Reliable, knowledgeable and responsive. If I have corporate or strategic issues, I go to them.’

‘These are not lawyers who sugarcoat the case only so you would engage them. They give me a straight-up assessment and deliver. If the case is bad for me, they tell me upfront and devise a strategy to avoid pitfalls.’

‘A very professional, reliable, and responsive team.’

Principaux clients

State Lottery of Serbia


Siemens


Croatia Records


JUGOTON- CROATIA RECORDS d.o.o


Sonuba d.o.o


GrECo International


Neoplanta AD


IT-tel d.o.o


DV TECHNOLOGIES


Beosport


Fondacija Alek Kavcic


Original Film d.o.o


Apolo Engineering Bulgaria


Nelt Group


Robert Bosch


AZVI


Rubau


AXA Insurance


Mitec


MSD


Renault Nissan


Audi AG


Sandvik


Evroins osiguravanje


Mitros Fleischwaren


Dassault Systemes


DIANA E-commerce Corporation SRL


Pegaso SRL


Magus SRL


Sandvik


RTC ad Sabac


Railcargo Austria


Mazars


Ramon Agro


MHV Builders


Gherson Solicitors


IT-tel d.o.o


AXA


Galilee Limited


BSD


China National Aero-Technology International Engineering Corporation


Shandong


ADDTAG


Principaux dossiers


  • Represent Croatia Records in over forty IP-related disputes with various musicians and their successors and companies.
  • Represent Sonuba Montenegro in litigation proceedings against the local government, valued at €20m.
  • Represent Mitros in a litigation case for compensation of damages in the amount of approximately €1.5m.

Jusufovic & Partners

Jusufovic & Partners is a disputes-focused firm advising on complex commercial litigation, arbitration, insolvency and enforcement proceedings in Serbia. The team is frequently instructed on sophisticated matters involving financial services, energy, mining, waste management, construction and transport. It also handles tax-related disputes, combining administrative, judicial and criminal elements. The practice is jointly led by Dino Jusufovic and Jelena Milinović, who regularly act for multinational corporates, state-owned entities and foreign investors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dino Jusufovic; Jelena Milinović


Les références

‘Working with Jusufovic & Partners has been an exceptional experience. They are incredibly attentive and dedicated, and I always feel like a truly valued client. From our very first conversation through to the completion of the work, they consistently went above and beyond my expectations.’

‘Dino Jusufovic, in particular, stands out. He is not only highly skilled but also a remarkable listener. Dino takes the time to understand every detail, actively contributes to strategy, and draws on his deep knowledge of both legal and operational matters.’

‘These lawyers carefully examine every problem, analysing it from all angles. They apply unique solutions.’

Principaux clients

TransPerfect Translations Inc.


Lifestone Capital Limited


Metro Cash & Carry d.o.o. Beograd


Alukönigstahl GmbH


PWW d.o.o. Niš


Vizus d.o.o. Niš


Bioplay d.o.o.


Raiffeisen Leasing d.o.o. Beograd


AD Intereuropa


BMD Bau d.o.o. Beograd


Vivex Group d.o.o. Beograd


BKS Leasing d.o.o. Beograd


Lidl Srbija KD, Stara Pazova


Air Serbia AD Beograd


Sistem-MM Inženjering d.o.o. Beograd


Enviro System d.o.o. Beograd


GIZ


Helvetas Swiss Intercooperation SRB


MeSoFa Austria


SSC Metal d.o.o.


Pro Agro GmbH


Football 22 LLC


Recipe Medical Supplies d.o.o. Beograd


Dalimaro Containers Cargo LLC


OOO Smart RUS


Mineco Limited


Hining Textile


Mass General Brigham


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing a client in arbitration proceedings before the New York International Arbitration Center, with a Final Arbitral Award in favour of the client and representing the client in the procedure for recognition and enforcement of Final Award before Serbian court.
  • Representing the BMD BAU in the dispute against the local municipality with reference to the unpaid outstanding invoices for completed construction works on the sanitary landfill.
  • Representing Recipe Medical Supplies in several commercial disputes with reference to contractual penalty, compensation of damages due to breach of contract and unpaid invoices for delivered medical equipment.

Mikijelj Jankovic & Bogdanovic

Mikijelj Jankovic & Bogdanovic is particularly active in international commercial and investment arbitration, alongside complex litigation in media, IP and commercial disputes. The team regularly acts in proceedings under ICSID, UNCITRAL and ICC rules, including high-value investor-state arbitrations, and has notable experience before international courts and tribunals. Vladimir Đerić leads the arbitration practice and represents sovereign clients in ongoing investment proceedings, while Dejan Bogdanovic focuses on IP disputes, particularly trademark and copyright infringement.

Responsables de la pratique:

Vladimir Đerić


Autres avocats clés:

Katarina Radovic; Nevena Marinkovic; Lena Petrovic; Dejan Bogdanovic


Les références

‘Mikijelj Jankovic & Bogdanovic have one of the best arbitration teams in Serbia, not to mention their outstanding experience in IP disputes.’

‘Vladimir Đerić is an experienced practitioner with exceptional knowledge of international law. Combined with his pragmatic approach, we recommend him as one of the best choices in international arbitrations.’

‘Knowledge, experience and reputation.’

Principaux clients

Insajder Produkcija d.o.o


Energo Nigeria Ltd


Bosnia and Herzegovina


Republic of Serbia


ADRIA NEWS d.o.o


SBB d.o.o


Barlan S&M doo/Coca Cola


Dan Graf d.o.o


TÜV Thüringen e.V.


United Media Digital d.o.o.


Adria News S.a.r.l.


United Media S.a.r.l.


Principaux dossiers


Law Office Miroslav Stojanovic, in cooperation with Wolf Theiss

Law Office Miroslav Stojanovic, in cooperation with Wolf Theiss has a disputes team that advises on a wide range of contentious matters, including commercial litigation, arbitration, insolvency-related disputes, white-collar crime and corporate investigations. The practice regularly handles complex banking, financial services, construction and real estate disputes, as well as interim relief and enforcement proceedings, often in coordination with the firm’s regional CEE and SEE network. The team is led by Nataša Lalović Marić, with Aleksandar Ristić focusing on commercial litigation, arbitration and investigations, and Miroslav Stojanović contributing cross-border transactional and arbitration experience.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nataša Lalović Marić


Autres avocats clés:

Aleksandar Ristić; Miroslav Stojanović


Les références

‘The Stojanovic law firm, in cooperation with Wolf Theiss, boasts outstanding professional qualities. Precise analyses, outstanding legal knowledge even in complex cases, and the development of goal-oriented solutions contribute significantly to the firm’s success.’

‘The employees are characterised by straightforward and quick support of clients and excellent communication. They explain complex issues so that even a non-lawyer can understand them.’

‘Very speedy and efficient reactions.’

Principaux clients

Lottomatica Group


Ogranak PWO Limited Beograd


A. P. Moller-Maersk Group


Glencore


Goodyear


ALSO


Alpha Rent


Beo Čista Energija


Cineplexx


Hutchinson


KEUNE d.o.o. BEOGRAD


Peek & Cloppenburg


S-Leasing


SGS


UniCredit Bank Srbija


Yazaki


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing a banking group in Serbia in various court proceedings arising out of default loan arrangements, including litigation, insolvency, enforcement and other types of proceedings.
  • Representing a public utility company in a project in Serbia with respect to various challenges arising out of the project’s performance, including legal issues connected to construction matters, commercial contract performance, and regulatory issues.
  • Representing a global trade company involved in natural resources in proceedings in Serbia resulting from an unlawful alienation of the client’s copper load shipments, which were previously purchased from one of the local producers in Serbia.

Petrikic & Partneri AOD in cooperation with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz

Petrikic & Partneri AOD in cooperation with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz disputes team advises on a wide range of contentious matters, including commercial litigation, arbitration, white-collar crime, compliance-related disputes and labour litigation. The practice is led by Nedeljko Velisavljević, who focuses on complex litigation, arbitration and corporate crime. Nedeljko Velisavljević, whose work includes compliance, employment and insolvency-related disputes, and Milica Tomić, who supports litigation and arbitration mandates before domestic courts and tribunals, are also key contacts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nedeljko Velisavljević


Autres avocats clés:

Nenad Kovačević; Milica Tomić; Petrikic Radivoje; Velisavljevic Nedeljko


Les références

‘Thorough analysis of each case, deep involvement in each aspect of the subject matter, international and local.’

‘Carefulness, dedication, specialisation and expertise.’

‘The team has in depth knowledge of the laws and procedures in Arbitration and covers a broad range, including all aspects of disputes.’

Principaux clients

Ahold Delhaize


Lear Corporation


EVN/WTE Group


Adriatic Properties d.o.o.


Palfinger


DBI-G and Euroaszfalt Kft.


Prochema


Ametek


Quality Austria


Hagleitner Hygiene International


A.R.P. Concept SA


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Delhaize Serbia on numerous litigation matters in Serbia, including labour disputes, compliance cases, and representing the client before Serbian courts.
  • Advising and representing Lear Corporation in numerous labour dispute proceedings in Serbia, as well as in criminal matters as the aggrieved party.
  • Advising and representing EVN/WTE Group in relation to an investment project in Montenegro, particularly wastewater treatment plants and desalination plants, and in the related court and arbitration proceedings, involving the assessment of construction works performed, liability issues and public procurement.

Stankovic & Partners (NSTLAW)

Stankovic & Partners (NSTLAW) advises domestic and international clients on complex litigation and international arbitration, with a strong emphasis on investment treaty disputes and high-value commercial matters. The team is led by Nenad Stanković, whose practice focuses on investor–state arbitration. Sara Pendjer plays a central role in ICSID proceedings and cross-border commercial disputes. The practice regularly acts in proceedings involving privatisation disputes, shareholder claims and enforcement actions, often alongside international counsel.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nenad Stanković


Autres avocats clés:

Sara Pendjer; Ivan Nikolić; Maja Todorović


Les références

‘What makes this practice unique is its ability to combine deep legal expertise with a strong commercial mindset, delivering advice that is both technically sound and practically actionable. I particularly value the team’s consistency, coordination, and ability to mobilize quickly around complex, fast-moving matters.’

‘Sara Pendjer stands out for her depth of experience and ability to bridge the gap between strategic oversight and hands-on execution, offering guidance that is both practical and commercially sharp. I’ve particularly valued her calm, solutions-oriented approach and her instinct for knowing exactly when to step in and drive a matter forward.’

‘Ivan Nikolić brings a rare combination of technical precision and strong interpersonal skills, making him a trusted advisor to both clients and colleagues. His reliability, sharp judgment, and ability to handle complexity with clarity truly sets him apart from peers at other firms.’

Principaux clients

Rand Investments Ltd


Kalemegdan Investments Limited


Coropi Holdings Limited


Obnova AD


UNIQA


Meggle


AIK Banka


Proinvestments


Apatinska Pivara doo


Crveni signal


Brikel EAD


Kimberly Group


Beauvallon


Hauzmajstor doo


PRO Alati SRB


Alimpex d.o.o.


Smart Siti d.o.o.


The City of Kikinda


Noska Investments d.o.o.


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Rand Investments Ltd. as well as a number of other claimants, including Sembi Investment Limited, in an international investment arbitration before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes.
  • Represented around 200 shareholders of Serbian Bank Agrobanka in a c. €30m dispute before the Commercial Court in Belgrade against the Republic of Serbia, the National Bank of Serbia and the Agency for the Insurance of Deposits.
  • Representing Apatinska brewery in numerous cases and acting as their representative in all dispute resolution matters for which they use outside counsel.

BIT Law Office

BIT Law Office handles dispute resolution mandates spanning international arbitration, commercial litigation and white-collar proceedings. The practice is led by Boris Baklaja, who acts both as counsel and arbitrator in proceedings under ICC, VIAC and domestic arbitration rules, with additional strength in construction-related disputes and FIDIC-based adjudication. Katarina Obradovic Baklaja plays a central role in construction and infrastructure disputes, including DAB proceedings.

Responsables de la pratique:

Boris Baklaja


Autres avocats clés:

Katarina Obradovic Baklaja


Les références

‘The team is very well-trained and experienced. They know the landscape.’

‘Boris Baklaya is an excellent communicator, hardworking and very competent.’

Principaux clients

Klanica Plana doo Velika Plana


Artemon ltd.


Public Utility Company Belgrade Metro and Train (BMV)


Euras Technology ltd.


Elsys Group


Byzantio Kesidis Group doo Beograd


Delhaize Serbia doo


Avisto Eastern Europe doo


Belkomunmmas JSC


Ana Herbez


Fush


Moj Krov doo


Christophe Van Mechelen


MCR Globex Group doo


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Klanica Plana doo Velika Plan in an ongoing commercial court case in Serbia against VP-Dima in a commercial law dispute.
  • Representing Artemon Global ltd in an arbitration case under ICC rules with a seat in London, U.K., in an arbitration proceeding.
  • Representing Public Utility Company Belgrade Metro and Train (BMV) in ongoing commercial court cases in Serbia against the contractor.

Doklestic Repic & Gajin

Doklestic Repic & Gajin advises domestic and international clients on commercial litigation, labour disputes and arbitration, with a practice spanning corporate, insolvency, real estate and employment-related contentious matters. The department is jointly headed by Marko Repić, who focuses on adversarial proceedings including complex commercial and employment litigation, and Slobodan Doklestić, who advises on dispute-related strategic and regulatory matters. The team is regularly instructed on cross-border disputes involving regional jurisdictions and multinational corporates, and is active in mediation and arbitration alongside court proceedings.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marko Repić; Slobodan Doklestić


Autres avocats clés:

Ljubinka Pljevaljcic


Les références

‘Very high level boutique law firm.’

‘I think the greatest strength of this practice is the individual approach. With such an approach, we have a situation where one person is fully involved in my case and can offer advice and manage my case as if I were managing it myself.’

‘What really makes Doklestic Repic Gajin’s practice unique is the way the team combines deep legal expertise with a genuinely personal approach. They’re known for not only understanding the letter of the law but also for truly listening to their clients and tailoring their advice to fit each situation.’

Principaux clients

Philip Morris


Tarkett


Valvoline Inc.


Hewlett Packard


NLB Bank


Carlsberg


Crnogorski telekom


Beijing New Building Materials


Medicover


Generali Investments


AIK Bank


Veolia


Saint Gobaine


G4S Secure Solutions


Naftachem


DTD Holding


GEODIS SCO D.O.O Belgrade


Ingenico S.A.


BalkanTel


Adecco Group


NELT & Co.


Vision Fund International


Prijedor putevi ad Prijedor


Agroinvest fond


Teva Pharmaceuticals


SA International, Inc.


BGS BP Group owned by Louw and Co Property Ltd UK


Belmet Beograd


Metal Element Zagreb


Evklips Energy Bulgaria


IGAN Trading Ltd


Türkiye Sigorta


TO Montenegro


World VC Fund


Fero Fructus


Meno Tracker


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Türkiye Sigorta in civil litigation before the Commercial Court in Belgrade.
  • Representing Belmet doo Beogra in a proceeding between the company and its shareholder, as well as in a proceeding for compensation of damages initiated by an Austrian shareholder against a Croatian shareholder and director of a joint venture company.
  • Representing the BGS BP Group in a dispute with four companies in 16 proceedings before the Commercial Court in Novi Sad, Serbia.

Draškovic Popovic & Partners

Draškovic Popovic & Partners advises domestic and international clients on dispute resolution matters spanning commercial litigation, arbitration and regulatory-related proceedings, with regular cross-border elements involving Serbia and Montenegro. The practice is co-headed by Uroš Popović and Stefan Golubović, who act across commercial disputes, enforcement proceedings and competition-related matters. Vuk Drašković handles employment and corporate-related disputes, and Miloš Andrejević, whose work bridges dispute resolution and employment mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Uroš Popović; Stefan Golubović


Autres avocats clés:

Vuk Drašković; Miloš Andrejević


Les références

‘Business-minded, responsive, and efficient. Outstanding performance across complex mandates.’

‘Uroš Popovič ia a trusted, well-connected lawyer with exemplary professionalism. He couples deep local market insight with an outstanding cross-disciplinary network to solve complex matters efficiently.’

Principaux clients

MSC


Samsung


Colgate-Palmolive Adria


OCSiAL


Lan-Lee Holding


adidas


Pepco


Odvjetnik Mitja Vidmar


The Walt Disney Company


Mazars


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising MSC Global Shipping Company regarding alleged abuse of a dominant position in Montenegro.
  • Representing Pepco in several disputes and in three separate misdemeanour proceedings initiated against the client.
  • Assisting law firm Odvjetnik Mitja Vidmar from Slovenia in enforcing the Slovenian final and binding court verdict in Serbia.

MMD Advokati

MMD Advokati advises domestic and international clients on dispute resolution matters with a particular focus on real estate litigation, employment disputes, enforcement proceedings and bankruptcy-related litigation. The practice is co-led by Veljko Dostanić and Uroš Žigić, who regularly act on complex commercial disputes, construction-related litigation and cross-border enforcement matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Veljko Dostanić; Uroš Žigić


Les références

‘MMD have been an exceptional partner in representing our company, consistently delivering outstanding legal support in dispute resolution matters. Their team demonstrated deep expertise, professionalism, and a client-focused approach.’

‘MMD Advokati’s dispute resolution practice, led by the exceptional Uroš Žigić, stands out for its strategic insight, client-focused approach, and expertise in complex local and international disputes. The team’s tailored strategies, combining rigorous legal analysis with business-oriented solutions, ensure efficient and favourable outcomes.’

‘As a client of MMD Advokati, I am thoroughly impressed by Uroš Žigić, whose exceptional legal expertise and strategic approach to dispute resolution consistently deliver outstanding results for my company.’

Principaux clients

Robert Bosch


Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Serbia


HERMES Hitel és Faktor Zrt Hungary


BEAM Europe


4UPHARMA


IKEA


DHL Freight


Molson Coors Brewery


AGROEXIM


MEI TA EUROPE


ACEROMITAL


UNILEVER


Expo commerce, Montenegro


French Embassy in Belgrade


Bwloto


DHL Freight


Quality Smart Logistics (QSL)


HSH Chemie


Bwloto


BARRY CALLEBAUT


ZAVOD ZA UDŽBENIKE


DINGAKRON


Europaint


DPC


MG PRECAST


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Hungarian company Hermes in a cross-border enforcement matter.
  • Represented Molson Coors Brewery in a dispute against a business partner who provided a fleet of 180 vehicles for the company’s operations under multiple successive leasing agreements.
  • Represented DPC in a legal proceeding initiated against a competitor for unfair competition practices.

NKO Partners

NKO Partners advises domestic and international clients on commercial litigation, employment disputes, real estate matters, enforcement proceedings and insolvency-related disputes. The team represents multinational corporates across the FMCG, retail, pharmaceutical and manufacturing sectors, and is also active in the recognition and enforcement of foreign court and arbitral decisions. Danica Milić heads the practice, with support from Djordje Nikolic and Djuro Otašević.

Responsables de la pratique:

Danica Milić


Autres avocats clés:

Djordje Nikolic; Djuro Otašević


Les références

‘Danica Milić is a fantastic lawyer and someone I wholeheartedly recommend.’

‘A responsive, commercial and internationally oriented firm with first class legal experts.’

‘Djuro Otašević – the go-to mining expert.’

Principaux clients

PepsiCo/ Marbo


Swarovski


Metro Cash & Carry


Vindija


Ralu Logistika


UNDP


Addiko Bank


Azelis


Sano Holding


INA


Heineken


Karadjordjevic Serbian Royal Family/Mondex Corp


Allianz


MOL


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented Konica Minolta on a matter referred to the Administrative Court of Serbia.
  • Advised the Swarovski group on several labour disputes and on a restructuring and redundancy program.

Prica & Partners

Prica & Partners advises domestic and international clients on complex commercial litigation and international arbitration, with experience across energy, transport, hospitality and life sciences disputes. The team is particularly active in ICC, UNCITRAL and LCIA proceedings, as well as high-value litigation before Serbian courts, and is regularly instructed by corporates, public bodies and state-owned enterprises. Ana Čalić Turudija and Tijana Lalić are key figures in the practice.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ana Čalić Turudija; Tijana Lalić


Les références

‘The Prica & Partners legal team is experienced and highly aware of the particularities of the local market, their advices are practical and easily understandable and applicable.’

‘Practical approach, highly competent and experienced. I was impressed by the competence and high efficiency, and for that reason, I had no doubt in contacting the law office when I needed advice on dispute resolution matters in Serbia.’

Principaux clients

HEP Hrvatska Elektroprivreda dd


AstraZeneca


Transagent Operator


Mytilineos S.A.


Duferco


Wizz Air Hungary Ltd.


LAMPSA SA


Corteva Agriscience


Klett


Istrabenz


Prof. dr Miloljub Albijanić


Grundfos


AbbVie


IGT Europe Gaming B.V.


dm drogerie markt


Consultancy Intel LLC


CEE Thematic B.V.


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing the national power company of Croatia “Hrvatska elektroprivreda” in two separate proceedings against the Serbian national power company “Elektroprivreda Srbije” (EPS), for recovery of debt arising out of credit, as well as representing HEP in a damages claim due to the undelivered electricity.
  • Representing BMP d.o.o. Belgrade in three ongoing management labour cases, with a total of €2.3m.
  • Representing Transagent doo Beograd in a claim due to unjustified termination of the service agreement, worth €1m in damages, and, in cooperation with our colleagues from Slovakia, in cross border arbitration proceeding, with seat in Bratislava, Slovakia.

SOG in cooperation with Kinstellar

SOG in cooperation with Kinstellar advises domestic and international clients on commercial litigation and arbitration, with a strong focus on cross-border disputes. The team acts in high-value matters across the insurance, aviation, construction, energy, telecommunications and real estate sectors, including complex court proceedings. The practice is led by Radovan Grbović, who is supported by a team experienced in handling disputes connected to major transactions, insolvency proceedings and enforcement actions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Radovan Grbović


Autres avocats clés:

Katarina Živković


Les références

‘Katarina Živković is a professional and reliable collaborator, objective and always ready to answer any inquiry. She has profound knowledge in the field of Commercial Law, Law of Obligations, as well as compensation for damages.’

‘Professional and timely work, easily approached and stayed in touch in the dispute resolution sphere.’

‘Always could be reached for any clarification and support in courts (either online or in person), keeping you updated. A high level of knowledge of the industry allows a great understanding of the processes and therefore guarantees ongoing professional support to the client.’

Principaux clients

Starr International


Global Aerospace Corporation


Faraday Underwriting Limited


Lancashire Insurance


Suntime


Shasta Universal Inc.


CEAC Holding Limited


International Hotel Licensing S.à r.l.


E&P PPF Telecom Group B.V.


FCC Group


Alcha International Holdings Limited


Conexio


Bekament


Timac Agro Balkans d.o.o.


Vesco Balkans


Muzej Primenjene Umetnosti


Principaux dossiers


  • Advise Starr International, Global Aerospace, Faraday, and Lancashire Syndicates in litigation initiated before the Commercial Court in Belgrade against Jat Tehnika, a Serbian aerospace company.
  • Advise e& PPF Telecom Group BV on litigation, tax, and arbitration aspects related to the acquisition of SBB d.o.o. Beograd.
  • Advise Alcha International Holdings Limited in litigation before the Commercial Court in Kragujevac against Moretto d.o.o. Brzan, a Serbian company active in the industrial sector.

Zivkovic & Samardzic Law Office

Zivkovic & Samardzic Law Office advises domestic and international clients on commercial litigation, with a particular focus on banking, insurance and financial services disputes. The team regularly handles high-value court proceedings, alongside arbitration, enforcement and insolvency-related matters. The practice is led by Ivan Ljubisavljavić, who is supported by a litigation-focused team experienced in acting for banks, insurers and multinational companies in complex damages, employment and regulatory disputes.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ivan Ljubisavljević


Autres avocats clés:

Slobodan Kremenjak; Nataša Sarić; Ana Stanišić; Darinka Obradović


Les références

‘The Dispute Resolution team demonstrates exceptional skill in managing complex cases involving copyright, privacy breaches, and the publication of information in the public interest. What makes their approach distinctive is the balance between deep legal expertise and a practical understanding of media dynamics.’

‘They are recognised for their strategic thinking, meticulous preparation and ability to combine strong litigation experience with sensitivity to reputational and regulatory aspects.’

‘The team’s collaborative mindset and proactive communication ensure that each case is handled with precision, discretion, and creativity — making them a reliable partner for resolving disputes efficiently and with lasting impact.’

Principaux clients

Generali Osiguranje Srbija


OFPS


Titan Cementara Kosjerić


Prva Televizija


B92


OTP Banka Srbija


AikBank


Erste Banka


SOKOJ


Feniksbus


Stihl


NESTLE Adriatic S


Novo Nordisk Pharma Beograd


bolttech


Eurobank Ergasias


Enna Fruit


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Eurobank Ergasias on an indemnification claim of approx. €5m in relation to their exit from the Serbian banking market during FY23.
  • Represented AikBank before the Belgrade Commercial Court in a dispute valued at approx. €1.2m concerning the transference of shares before the Central Securities Depository and Clearing House.
  • Represented the Serbian music authors’ collective rights management organization – SOKOJ, internal acts and distribution scheme before the Higher Court in Belgrade.

Atanaskovic - Bozovic Law Firm

Atanaskovic - Bozovic Law Firm acts on complex litigation matters, including commercial disputes, enforcement proceedings and arbitration-related court work. The practice is led by Ognjen Božović, who represents clients in high-value and sensitive disputes, including matters with cross-border elements and public interest dimensions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ognjen Božović


Principaux clients

Dufry


Grain Flex


Fruit Invest


Sled


Maxteam


Komo Yu


Medigroup


Trigema d.o.o.


Alpha Data


Coral Computers


OutsourceCentral


OP Grup Agro


Tenge


Balkan Polymers


Avaz Roto Press


Blicnet


Vetlab


Serbian Medical Chamber


Constructor d.o.o.


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented the families of victims in the Ribnikar case, securing a judgment that resulted in a damages award.
  • Represented SLED in a dispute against ABB, securing a settlement of €6m.
  • Representing a client in proceedings against the state of Bosnia and Herzegovina concerning ownership rights over 1,000 hectares of land.

BOPA Bojanovic & Partners

BOPA Bojanovic & Partners led by Ivan Štrbac, advises domestic and international clients on commercial litigation, employment disputes, insolvency and white-collar crime matters, alongside a notable focus on sports arbitration. The team represents corporates, financial institutions and individuals in court proceedings, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution, including cross-border disputes across the SEE region.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ivan Štrbac


Autres avocats clés:

Vladimir Bojanovic


Les références

‘The Dispute team at BOPA stands out by blending technical expertise with a practical approach to deciding when to litigate and when to seek a settlement. They handle litigation, arbitration, and mediation in commercial, corporate, construction, financial, and regulatory disputes.’

‘Individuals stand out for their advocacy, preparation, and client-focused communication. Partners are strong courtroom and arbitration leaders, while associates provide precision and reliability in drafting and case preparation.’

‘What makes this practice unique is its exceptional blend of strategic thinking, extensive experience, and an impressive speed of execution.’

Principaux clients

NCR Corporation


Wizz Air


Gazprom


Puma


Brightmarbles Group Holding BV


HypherEther LLC


Agrostadt LLC


Lambo LLC


Un1quely BMGH


Internationales Bankhaus Bodensee AG


FIFPRO


Lokomotiva Zagreb


FC Tekstilac Odžaci


HCM,


11wins GmbH


FC Kolubara


SPFN


PSAPP


Nikola Djurdjic,


Nemanja Nikolic


Dejan Stanivukovic


Vladimir Milenkovic


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing NCR Corporation in various employment disputes, including wrongful termination and workplace harassment.
  • Representing Wizz Air in various employment and damage disputes, as well as in ADR Proceedings.
  • Represented Brightmarbles Group Holding BV and subsidiary companies in complex multi-million euro ADR proceedings and proceedings before competent authorities.

Djokic + Partners

Djokic + Partners advises domestic and international clients on litigation and arbitration, with experience in banking and finance disputes, real estate and construction matters, IP- and media-related claims, employment litigation and white-collar cases. The practice is led by Marina Gligorijević, who represents clients before Serbian courts in high-value and procedurally complex matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marina Gligorijević


Les références

‘They are excellent at handling disputes in a calm and professional way. They prepare thoroughly, and they also know when it makes sense to negotiate and settle.’

‘Marina Gligorijević stands out here. She is a strong negotiator and impressive in court. We value her clear and honest advice.’

‘Djokic + Partners have been outstanding. They handled our dispute with the Business Registers Agency efficiently and professionally, making a very complex situation much easier for us. Their guidance and experience with public enterprise law gave us confidence that everything was being done correctly, and they kept us informed at every step.’

Principaux clients

Glovo Group


Erste bank ad Novi Sad


Alpros


IGM Trudbenik


Penta Group


RC Europe Property a.s.


TJ Maxim doo


BG Reklam doo


Keramika Kanjiža


Realestate management doo


Belgrade ZOO


S & FRIENDS doo


Tiara Holidays


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Glovo in a dispute against key partners, seeking recovery of investments in partner business optimisation following unilateral, premature contract termination, despite contractual ambiguities regarding repayment terms.
  • Representing Erste Bank in a series of disputes initiated by clients, challenging the nullity of contractual clauses concerning unilateral interest rate changes.
  • Representing ALPROS AUTO in an ongoing public procurement dispute before the Republic Commission for Protection of Rights in Public Procurement Procedures, challenging the legality of a framework agreement award decision by the Serbian state-owned energy utility EPS.

Gecic Law

Gecic Law advises domestic and international clients on complex dispute resolution matters, including commercial litigation, regulatory and competition-related disputes, investment and energy-sector cases, and international arbitration. The practice is led by Miodrag Jevtić, alongside Bogdan Gecić and Ognjen Colić, who are supported by a team experienced in handling disputes with strategic and cross-border dimensions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Miodrag Jevtić; Bogdan Gecić; Ognjen Colić


Les références

‘Gecić Law’s dispute resolution practice is distinguished by its strategic approach, technical excellence, and ability to manage complex, high-stakes matters across multiple jurisdictions. The team has a proven track record in handling a wide range of disputes, including commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.’

‘The lawyers within Gecić Law’s dispute resolution team are marked by their exceptional advocacy skills, strategic thinking, and unwavering dedication to client interests. Miodrag Jevtić stands out as a lead advocate and is a trusted advisor for his calm and analytical approach to complex arguments.’

‘Over the course of our collaboration, their team has consistently demonstrated strong capabilities in managing complex disputes across diverse sectors. What stands out is their ability to pinpoint key issues at an early stage and address them with precision, ultimately guiding matters to resolution.’

Principaux clients

DIS


COWI


Teknoxgroup


OIP


TÜV Rheinland


Heyne Tillett Steel


JFE Shoji


Petrol Group


Elektroprivreda Bosna i Hercegovina


Telekom Srbija Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Represent Telekom Group in an ongoing legal battle, dubbed a “cable war” against rival United Group and its numerous affiliates.
  • Represent DIS in an antitrust procedure initiated by the Serbian Competition Authority.
  • Represent JFE Shoji in a dispute regarding the unlawful occupation of a land plot as part of a €50m greenfield investment project in a production plant and European headquarters in Serbia.

Harrisons Solicitors

Harrisons Solicitors advises international and domestic clients on dispute resolution matters across Serbia, including commercial litigation, employment disputes and cross-border claims. The team regularly acts in matters involving foreign law elements and international parties. The practice is led by Lidija Labudovic, who represents clients in complex Serbian court proceedings and international arbitration.

Responsables de la pratique:

Lidija Labudovic


Les références

‘The team combines strong dispute resolution expertise with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach, standing out for their responsiveness and ability to simplify complex legal issues.’

‘The individuals we work with stand out for their sharp analysis, clear communication, and calm handling of disputes. They differ from competitors by being approachable and proactive, always considering both legal strategy and business impact. We particularly value their professionalism, reliability, and ability to instil confidence during sensitive or high-stakes matters.’

Principaux clients

Tenderly


Stellantis Group


Al Dahra Srbija


Al Dahra Rudnap


Harsco


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Tenderly doo Beograd and 4 engineers in relation to an IP/IT dispute.
  • Representing Stellantis Group (Fiat) in litigation claim for demurrages and damages which allegedly have occurred during loading/reloading of goods at the Railway Station Kragujevac.
  • Representing Al Dahra Rudnap on 5 commercial litigations in which the Company is a plaintiff claiming unpaid due claims.

Nikcevic & Kapor

Nikcevic & Kapor advises clients on dispute resolution with a focus on domestic and international arbitration, particularly in construction, infrastructure and energy-related matters. The practice is led by Jovan Nikčević, alongside Vlado Kapor, and draws on experience in handling disputes governed by major international arbitration rules.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jovan Nikčević; Vlado Kapor


Autres avocats clés:

Tanja Šumar


Les références

‘The team combines arbitration expertise with a practical, strategic approach that inspires confidence even for clients who are lawyers themselves. They are responsive, precise, and consistently involve senior partners, which distinguishes them from other firms.’

‘Jovan Nikčević stands out for his strategic vision and calm leadership in complex arbitration proceedings, while Tanja Šumar is highly valued for her meticulous preparation, responsiveness, and ability to manage intricate details with precision. Together, they form a perfectly balanced team that delivers both strategic oversight and flawless execution, setting them apart from competitors.’

‘The team stands out for its exceptional expertise in investment arbitration and its ability to manage highly complex and sensitive matters with complete discretion. They combine deep knowledge of treaty law and procedure with strategic foresight, providing clear, practical guidance in high-stakes situations. What we valued most was their accessibility, precision, and ability to integrate seamlessly with our in-house team.’

Principaux clients

HBIS Group Serbia Iron & Steel D.O.O. Beograd


Kent Kart Group of Companies


Energo Nigeria Abuja


Nukleus D.O.O. Beograd


M Enterijer gradnja D.O.O. Beograd


Viva Travel D.O.O.


Elnos Group D.O.O.


BIP Dva doo


Hidro-Tan doo Beograd


Modulor Doo Beograd


Lotex Group Doo


Put Inzenjering Doo


Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia


Principaux dossiers


  • Represent Kent Kart Anadolu Elektronik Sanayi Ve Tikararet Anonimi Sirketi in its ICSID investment dispute against the Republic of Serbia due to unlawful breach of contract for services in public transportation in Belgrade.
  • Represented HBIS Group Serbia Iron & Steel d.o.o. Beograd on several EUR multi-million euro cross-border disputes arising out of its sales and agency contracts with its Slovakian partner.
  • Represented one of the leading construction companies in Serbia and the broader region in an arbitration against the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia.