About us
Engineering precision in advising clients
Dimitrijević & Partners is an experienced team of professionals providing reliable legal support on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s market. Through a network of trusted law firms operating in the region we can also assist clients throughout South-East Europe.
We provide straightforward and commercially oriented legal advice for international and domestic clients doing business across a range of industries.
Our advice is delivered at the highest professional level. It is always tailor made and focused on practical implementation.
Our team is led by senior lawyers that can show 20 and more years of experience in either transactional and legal advisory services or in-house counseling. We have served clients not only in Bosnia and Herzegovina but also in the wider region. The team members are divided into different practice groups, enabling them to acquire in-depth knowledge of specific legal areas and industries.
We are practical and business-minded, understanding that the commercial implications of our advice are of crucial importance. The key skill we deliver is the possibility to efficiently weather the storm of the developing legal framework of economies like Bosnia and Herzegovina.
We have well established and close relationships with international law firms, with whom we cooperate in different aspects of inbound or outbound business investments and commercial ventures.
Dimitrijević & Partners has been consecutively ranked as a top tier law firm by the most prominent legal directories.
What others say about us
The lawyers analyze all the tasks in detail.” (Chambers & Partners Europe, 2023)
Department head and “brilliant lawyer” Stevan Dimitrijević maintains a strong reputation in the market for his wealth of experience in financing matters, as well as M&A transactions and energy projects. Sources comment: “He is a problem solver and is always available.” (Chambers Europe and Global, 2022)
One client lauds the firm’s expertise and adds: “The entire team is really accommodating, providing quick responses to enquiries.” (Chambers Europe 2022)
Dimitrijević & Partners is “very straightforward in what is required in order to resolve any issues clear in their demands and do not use more of a client’s time then what is absolutely necessary.” Sources also highlight the lawyers for their level of preparation, noting that “they carefully consider all aspects of the problem and patiently and interactively work until they find an intelligent smart and cleverly constructed encompassing complete and undoubtedly clear solution.” (Chambers Europe, 2021)
Stevan is “highly competent and experienced business-oriented and also a reliable practitioner with a practical approach to any issue.” (Chambers Europe and Global, 2021)
Dimitrijević & Partners: “The team is highly experienced and highly aware of the particularities of the local market” adding that the advice is “practical and easily understandable and applicable.” Impressed sources also note that the lawyers are “very straightforward in what is required in order to resolve any issues”, adding that “they are clear in their demands and do not use more of the client’s time then what is absolutely necessary.” (Chambers Europe, 2020)
Dimitrijević & Partners: “Whatever we need to do in Bosnia, we always go to them. There’s nothing they can’t handle.” (Chambers Europe, 2019)
Stevan is “very swift in giving updates, pushing the case and working in our best interest when dealing with other parties.” (Chambers Global, 2019)
Dimitrijević & Partners: “The team was reliable and the advice was precise straightforward and clear. They recognized practical issues that we may face and offered possible solutions. We were also served in a timely and efficient manner.” Another client highlights the team’s strength in regulatory matters, “They are very skilled and experienced in local regulations.” (Chambers Europe, 2018)
Stevan is “highly experienced and has a practical approach. I was impressed by the high efficiency in dealing with various issues.” (Chambers Global, 2018)
Stevan is “one of the best corporate lawyers in the city who is great with foreign investors…very dynamic and outgoing approach to corporate matters.” (Chambers Europe, 2015)
Stevan is “flexible, kind and the one who really understands our business… a great lawyer who gives rapid responses.” (Chambers Europe, 2013)
Stevan is “internationally minded but also having in-depth knowledge of local matters.” (Chambers Europe, 2012)
Stevan is “open, detailed and focused in approach with a resolution to provide a quality service… a smart and experienced lawyer.” (Chambers Europe, 2011)
We have worked with several law firms in Bosnia and Herzegovina but our experience with Dimitrijevic & Partners is the best we have had so far. We can address any issues we have in this jurisdiction to this firm.“ (Legal 500 EMEA; COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A, 2023)
The team at Dimitrijevic & Partners is very well organised internally, their legal service and advice are always comprehensive, timely, and communicated with ease both to professionals (lawyers) as well as laymen. Their overall service just instills confidence and as a client, you feel at ease and in good hands with your (complex) legal situation.“ (Legal 500 EMEA, 2023)
Dimitrijevic & Partners‘ founder Stevan Dimitrijevic is known for his experience in merger control and competition disputes.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2023)
Nina Vještica has a great understanding of the commercial angle of deals, along with superior legal knowledge. She provides timely and relevant advice and is dedicated to making sure the deal succeeds. Djordje Dimitrijevic is a great real estate lawyer with the capacity to find adequate and practical solutions for complex legal issues. I really admire his responsiveness and eagerness to “fight” for our interests.“ (Legal 500 EMEA, 2023)
Djordje Dimitrijevic is an excellent attorney – highly efficient with respect to the delivery of the final product (both legal analysis, opinion, advice as well as formal writs) as well as nice and easygoing in live communication, explaining with ease even the most complicated legal nuances. Highly recommendable attorney and legal partner!“ (Legal 500 EMEA, 2023)
The firm has great experience and in-depth knowledge of real estate regulation which makes them easy to work with. In addition to their legal expertise, they have amazing awareness of how courts and administrative bodies work and think, which gives us an additional layer of safety to entrust them with the most complex cases.“ (Legal 500 EMEA, 2023)
The team is very professional, knowledgeable and on time with their advice.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2022)
I would point out Nina Vjestica as our main contact. Her advice has always been sharp and precise.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2022)
The team was very responsive, efficient and reliable. They know local laws in many areas, with focus on construction and infrastructure laws.” (Legal 500 ЕМЕА, 2022)
They are very responsive and efficient, and professional.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2022)
Their law firm is highly responsible, always available and on time. I think this speaks the best about the capacity of the team and the law firm.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2022)
Dimitrijević & Partners is our first choice whenever we/our clients need legal assistance in Bosnia & Herzegovina. Thus, we have worked with Dimitrijevic & Partners on various issues, including corporate law, M&A, telecommunication issues, etc. – from the very basic issues to analysis of very complex legal structures of anticipated M&A. The advice we were given were of equally high quality regardless of type and complexity of the matter.”
Great firm, very skillful and all-time available.”
“Very familiar with the energy sector in BiH. Mr. Davorin Marinković is very skillful and available all time.”
Excellence, knowledge, availability.”
Throughout the years we have worked with several law firms in Bosnia and Herzegovina but only Dimitrijević & Partners impressed us with their work ethic and readiness to battle any challenge.”
Dimitrijević & Partners offered their expertise to help us achieve effective legal solutions, from the simplest matters to the most challenging business problems. Whether a successful outcome means winning at trial, closing a transaction or just getting thoughtful legal advice, lawyers from Dimitrijević & Partners get results.”
All members of Dimitrijević & Partners have provided excellent service, demonstrating professionalism and personal attention to all details. Their business-minded problem-solving approach, coupled with a persistent dedication to client service, enabled us to become more efficient with our work.”
Real estate practice is very professional and dedicated to the client.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2021)
Dimitrijević & Partners: “Team is knowledgeable practical and client friendly.”
Davorin Marinković is “responsive and resourceful.”
“Name partner Stevan Dimitrijević has the ability to think beyond the usual barriers.”
Dimitrijević & Partners: “Team is extremely responsive and provides well-founded practical advice giving management good guidance.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2018)
Stevan is “very responsive and reliable.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2015)
Stevan is “a particularly good frontman.” (Legal 500 EMEA, 2014)
Stevan is “a particularly good frontman”, with his team set to provide “quality service and strength on the ground.” (Legal 500, US Special Edition, 2014)
Stevan is “pragmatic, efficient and knowledgeable.” (Legal 500 EMEA 2012)
Stevan is “full of understanding, depth of knowledge and attention to the needs of the customer.” (Legal 500, US Special Edition, 2010)
IFLR have been recognizing Dimitrijević & Partners regularly in both Financial and Corporate as well as in Project Development sector of its rankings. (2021)
Dimitrijević & Partners: “Excellent. Very professional responsive and well trained.” (2019)
Dimitrijević & Partners: “Professional, confident and efficient.” (2018)
Dimitrijević & Partners: “We are extremely satisfied with the chosen law firm especially with their expertise and knowledge of local legislation as well as with their responsiveness.” (2018)
Membership
All our lawyers are members of the Bar Association of the Republic of Srpska as well as members of the International Bar Association (IBA).
Dimitrijević & Partners is one of the founders of South East Legal Alliance, a regional network of independent law firms working across South-East Europe. Membership in SELA enables us to offer legal support to our clients in their projects and transactions across the South-East European region.
We are also the representatives for Bosnia and Herzegovina in AEEC – The Associated European Energy Consultants – a network of the leading energy law firms.
Recognition
Sime Šolaje 1, 78000 Banjaluka
Republic of Srpska, Bosnia & Herzegovina
T | F +387 51 962 600
office@dimitrijevicpartners.com
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