Chambers Global 2010

General Business Law

Band 1

Harrisons Solicitors

Karanovic & Nikolic

Law office Vujacic

Source: Chambers Global 2010

“The top-notch Serbian firm has been present in this compact market since 2007, focusing on advising foreign investors. The firm's two-strong team can draw on the capacity of its Belgrade headquarters when required and its English-qualified founder, Mark Harrison, frequently supports the group. The firm has advised a number of North African, Arabian and Russian investors on the development of real estate, energy and infrastructure projects. It also advised The Royal Group/Hydra Properties-U.A.E. on the tender for the development of a 19 km beach strip, Velika Plaza. Due to its connections with London, the firm also acts for many prominent names in the financial sector, including EBRD. Clients appreciate the team's “outstanding blend of international experience and in-depth local understanding." They recommend Belgrade-based Goran Martinović's exceptional responsiveness and customer service, which are ‘of international standards’."

Chambers Global 2009

General Business Law

Band 1

Ana Kolarevic Law Office

Harrisons Solicitors

Karanovic & Nikolic

Law office Vujacic

Source: Chambers Global 2009

“In response to increasing investor interest in Montenegro, this Belgrade law firm reopened its office in the country in 2007. The office comprises three lawyers and also draws on the expertise of a Belgrade-based partner who focuses on Montenegro and frequently travels to the country. The team has been involved with several pending privatisations and tenders, including advising Adriatic Marinas on the planned purchase, via a tender process, of the Bijela shipyard. The firm also represents Basic Element in its commercial activities in the country. Clients say the lawyers “accomplish things diligently and thoroughly.” Based in Belgrade but regularly commuting to Montenegro, Goran Martinovic is recommended for his “excellent understanding of local business conditions and attention to detail.”

Chambers Global 2008

General Business Law: Overseas experts

Leading Firms

Band 1

Harrisons Solicitors

Karanovic & Nikolic

Source: Chambers Global 2008

“The Firm: The Serbian operation recently established a Podgorica outpost enabling the firm to be closer to the action on the ground. The team still derives most of its power from the Belgrade office, where its lawyers with pan-Balkan experience are a popular choice among regional investors. Goran Martinovic and Aleksandar Preradovic cross the border most frequently to act on big-ticket transactions in Montenegro. Their highlights include representing the Hungarian OTP bank in its EUR120 million takeover of Crnogorska Komercijalna Banka (CKB). The team has also taken advantage of the myriad of opportunities offered by the booming real estate market. It is currently advising property developer Trigranit on a Montenegrin project.”