We are one of the leading law firms in Croatia serving companies, public entities and private clients.
With roots dating from 1928. after years of professional development and growth the flavour at Čipčić-Bragadin Mesić and Associates today is definitely international. Around 85% of our major clients are international enterprises doing businesses in Croatia.
We work closely with the leading international law firms and consultants so we’re able to manage complex, cross-border projects and transactions seamlessly and successfully. That puts us in a unique situation where we can help our clients not just in various legally related issues but also in almost any business related issue.
We like to learn about our clients’ businesses so we can apply all of our skills and provide the best possible comprehensive advice. That’s why we are aiming to be organised around key sectors. Today, we have experience in a broad range of sectors which makes us uniquely positioned to understand the whole scope of clients’ businesses. Not just their legal needs. We care about our clients’ businesses and want them to be successful.
We also enjoy doing what we do and try to do it in the best possible manner. We observe the highest personal, ethical and professional standards in everything we do and operate with integrity at all times. We recognize that the reputation of our firm is vital to our success and try to do whatever is necessary to preserve and grow it for the long term.
We are today one of the leading litigators in the market, combining unraveled experience, expertise and well known of our dispute handling capabilities.
We offer the full range of litigation, arbitration and other dispute resolution services and specialise in high value, high stakes, complex litigation and dispute resolution. With our depth of experience in almost every type of dispute, we are able to bring the necessary expertise in almost any situation. We work with our clients to assess and manage their risks in relation to the legal costs of the dispute and seek to minimize the likelihood of future litigation.
We actively pursue all avenues of dispute resolution available and advise clients on choosing the method most appropriate to them and to a particular matter. Our main priority is to resolve disputes quickly and effectively with as little disruption to business as possible.
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We know that human resources are the heart of every successful company and understand the sector into a great detail. Our lawyers cooperate on daily basis with human resource departments of our clients to find the most viable solutions to keep their employees well organised, healthy and productive at all times. We also consult individuals in protection of their employment rights.
Our employment practice is at the top level and we provide a comprehensive legal support in various contentious and non-contentions labour law matters such as in relation to:
We also provide companies with special tailored in-house education programs for their employees. We work closely with Compsych Corporation, one of leading Employee Assistance Program (SAP) provider in the world serving more than 30.000 organisations, more than 28.000 individuals in more than 130 countries. Building on that experience, we pioneered a first-ever specialized law related EAP for organisations doing business in Croatia called EAP Legal assistance. By entering into a program, organisations could provide their employees with an additional benefit – to be able to take care of any legal matter that may encounter in their everyday life, while at the same time developing focused and satisfied employees.
Further, we have also pioneered a first-ever specialized legal outplacement program for companies looking to downsize and implement a subsequent outplacement program. By entering into a program, employees are supported in their everyday legal need and during a pursue of a new career path.
Whether you are entering the market, hiring, downsizing or merely reorganizing your business we can be of an avail.
Our corporate and M&A is one of our core practices. Our knowledge and experience enable us to design creative deal structures, acquisition and disposition programs and implement productive strategies for our clients
Acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures have always been an important strategic option for corporations, financial institutions and private equity investors. Our clients rely on our advice to help understand and assess these options and execute their most complex transactions. We support our clients in their most complex transactions.
Clients value our innovative approach and high degree of individualized attention. Our goal is to deliver superior service, earn trust and build relationships.
Our clients include leading multinational companies, major commercial and investment banks, private equity funds, hedge funds, alternative funds, entrepreneurs, SME’s , start-up companies, but also, private investors. We help clients close deals across industries, especially:
Our expertise includes advising on:
We act for clients on the full range of real estate and construction matters. This is one of our most comprehensive practice where we can offer and provide an in depth industry knowledge and experience. Our clients range from private individuals, property companies and engineering companies to life and insurance companies, large corporates, real estate funds and public bodies, based both in the Croatia and internationally.
Our areas of work include:
