Maric & Co Law Firm‘s market leading intellectual property team handles the full range of contentious and non-contentious matters for major domestic and international clients. Handling IP Registry and enforcement cases, ‘true IP expert,’ Anisa Tomić leads the team which is increasingly active on trademark portfolio transfer of rights cases, unjust enrichment, and unpaid claims cases. Specialising in IP litigation, Arijana Hadžiahmetović-Softić represents clients in copyright infringement and related rights litigations before national courts.
Intellectual property in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Maric & Co Law Firm
Practice head(s):
Anisa Tomic
Other key lawyers:
Arijana Hadžiahmetović-Softić; Bojana Bošnjak London
Testimonials
‘The team headed by Anisa Tomic is exceptionally professional and dedicated to client’s needs at any time during the case is still ongoing.’
‘Anisa Tomic is indeed open-minded, direct and client focused no matter the circumstances of the case.’
‘Most reputable and professional law firm in Bosnia, responsive team, great knowledge.’
‘Anisa Tomic is a true IP expert, knowledgeable, proactive and great to work with.’
‘Knowledge, expertise and top quality professional services, this Law firm has more than 70 years of experience and practice in the legal market of B&H. They are fully dedicated to its clients, which keeps them at the top of the list of law firms in the recent years.’
‘Anisa Tomic is highly specialized in all areas of IP, which ensures delivery of premium advice and seamless service. Her law firm seeks long-term partnerships with clients with the aim of providing the best and most complete solution to the client’s legal needs.’
‘The Team is highly responsive and motivated group of people with great expertise.’
‘The Maric & Co Law Firm is a meticulous organisation and scrupulously fair in their statements. The team is decent and humble. All people are highly educated, reliable, competent, open minded, always courteous, succinct and clear in thinking. Originality, ethical standards and curiosity are the key advantages compare to other firms.’
Key clients
Fortenova Group
AGICOA
Tondach Bosna i Hercegovina d.o.o.
CITROEN
AUTOMOBILE PEUGEOT
FRED PERR LIMITED
TURLEN-TURLEN HOLDING SA
VERSACE (GANNI VERSACE S.P.A)
VUITON (LOUIS VUITTON MALEIER SA)
AUDEMARS OIQVET HOLDING SA
ASICS Corporation
ZEGNA(CONSITEX SA)
WELLINGTON(DANIEL WELLINGTON)
ALCON INC
THE POLO-LAUREN COMPANY
KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V
DR.MARTENS INTERNATIONAL TRADING
DIAGEO BRANDS B.V
PUMA SE
RADO UHREN A.G(RADO WATCH CO. LTD) (montres rado S.A)
SAMSUNG ELETRONICS CO.LTD
SAS JEAN CASSEGRAIN
BOTTEGA LUXURY GOODS INTERNATIONAL
SISCO TEXTILES NV
AUGUST STORCK KG
SWAROVSKI
SWATCH AG (SWATCH SA)
TISSOT SA (TISSOT AG) (TISSOT LTD)
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAJSHA
BIONTECH SE
BEAUTE PRESTIGE INTERNATIONAL
BABYLISS S.A.R.L
VOLKWAGEN AG
(THOMAS) LIMITED
NOVARTIS AG
OMEGA SA
GENEVA LABORATORIES LIMITED
OPEL AUTOMOBILE GMBH
FILA LUXEMBOURG S.A.R.L
SALVATORE FERRAGAMO S.P.A
MATTEL INC
MERCK SHARP& DOHME CORP.
LVMH SWISS MONUFACTORES
LONGINES WATCH CO.
LEVI STRAUSS & CO
KIA MOTORS CU LTD
HYNDAI MOBIS CO.LTD
HUNTER BOOT LTD
BROWN FORMAN FINLAND Ltd
Hublot SE Geneve
Jack Daniels
Pandora S/A
Google LLC
YouTube LLC
Apple Inc.
Belje plus d.o.o.
Mliječna industrija 99 d.o.o.
Sanrio Ltd. Japan
AstraZeneca
Teva Pharmaceuticals
Abbvie Inc.
Work highlights
- Advised Google LLC and its subsidiary YouTube LLC.
- Advised Porsche GmbH and Audi GmbH on practical and regulatory aspects of introducing car connect services.
- Advised Fortenova Group one of the largest regional FMCG groups on trademark portfolio transfer of rights and IP Pledges in national trademark registers.
PETOŠEVIĆ
With offices across the SEE region, PETOŠEVIĆ's Sarajevo office team is spearheaded by intellectual property expert Tarik Prolaz, handling the full range of contentious matters for significant international clients. The team maintains a solid reputation for its representation in litigation, prosecution and enforcement of IP rights, and data protection work. Berina Prolaz is a key contact for customs and administrative proceedings, as well as online trademark infringement cases. Advising cosmetics and fashion industry clients on counterfeit goods is another key strength of the team.
Practice head(s):
Tarik Prolaz
Other key lawyers:
Berina Prolaz
Testimonials
‘I worked with Tarik Prolaz and I was completely satisfied of this collaboration. Tarik is a reliable advisor, very precise in explaining the situation.’
Work highlights
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers' IP team stands out for its expertise in trademark registration and protection matters, boasting an impressive roster of domestic and international clients in the consumer goods, entertainment, and tourism sectors. Led by Sanja Voloder with significant assistance from Nedžida Salihović-Whalen, the team regularly advises on consumer protection, data privacy matters, and represents clients in trademark and patent infringement matters before appropriate authorities. Zlatko Mašović is also recommended.
Practice head(s):
Sanja Voloder
Other key lawyers:
Nedžida Salihović-Whalen; Zlatko Mašović
Key clients
Partner in Pet Food
Naspers
Lilly UK
Interstate Hotels & Resorts Company
J FLORIS
Reckitt Benckiser
Kid’s Festival
ŽITO DD
PODRAVKA
HI Nevena
Work highlights
- Advising the client, PARTNERS IN PET FOOD in respect of new trademarks registrations and protections.
- Advising Lactalis, a dairy company, on a trademark and industrial design protection in connection to a new dairy product.
- Advising J FLORIS in trademark infringement case.
Karanovic & Partners in cooperation with local lawyers
Leveraging ‘regional know-how and experience,’ the intellectual property team at Karanovic & Partners in cooperation with local lawyers regularly represents international clients on various copyright and other IP disputes before the national authorities. Practice head Nihad Sijerčić is highly recommended for full service advisory work expertise, while Nihad Odobašić is a key contact for trademark protection procedures in Bosnia. The ‘savvy,’ team is also well versed in data and license protection work, and management of copyright related rights.
Practice head(s):
Nihad Sijerčić
Other key lawyers:
Nihad Odobašić
Testimonials
‘They were able to quickly pick up on a complex case that had business and legal nuance that required immediate attention. They were timely to provide advice and decisive with following up on our instructions.’
‘They were excellent at listening to our core needs and understanding our business imperatives.’
‘It should be noted that our business is a very niche and we did not expect any legal firm to have expertise in our domain. They got up to speed really quickly, possibly because they paid close attention to what we described about our domain.’
‘Karanovic & Partners leverages regional know-how and experience in specific matters (like IP) to significantly punch above the weight of any given individual jurisdiction (e.g. like Bosnia).’
‘The team is available, accessible and savvy in how they operate. They combine local awareness with international know-how and sophistication.’
Key clients
Telemach
United Media
Association of cable operators in BH
OBN
e-go
Philip Morris
Henkel
Autodesk
Via Media
Work highlights
- Represented members of United Group on various copyright issues, including legal representation with the relevant courts and other authorities in copyright and IP disputes.
- Advising Autodesk on the protection of their licenses in the market of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Advising local marketing companies on IP aspects of a joint venture with a natural cosmetics company.
Law Office Mirna Milanovic-Lalic
Law Office Mirna Milanovic-Lalic is well equipped to handle a range of IP related matters, regularly acting for start-ups, and local and multinational companies on registration and protection of trademarks and administrative proceedings in copyright payment disputes. The firm is also increasingly active on licensing rights and regional legislation relating to IP. With significant experience in litigation, Mirna Milanovic-Lalic jointly leads the team with Jasmina Suljović.
Practice head(s):
Mirna Milanović-Lalić; Jasmina Suljović
Testimonials
‘We work closely with Mirna Milanovic-Lalic and Jasmina Suljovic. They share a commitment to understanding clients’ unique needs. Also, they build strong client relationships and offer personalized guidance. Their dedication to providing high-quality legal services and achieving the best possible outcomes for clients makes them an essential resource of the firm. ’
‘Proactive approach and very responsive individuals.’
‘Mirna and Jasmina are super dedicated.’
Key clients
Association of Filmmakers
Telemach d.o.o.
Pliva d.o.o.
Networks INT d.o.o. Sarajevo
Microsoft, Microsoft Digital Crimes Unit
Diners Club BH d.o.o.
International Organization for Migration
CentralEuropeanFreeTradeAssociation
Work highlights
Law Office Miljkovic & Partners
Amar Bajramović spearheads the IP practice at Law Office Miljkovic & Partners, handling a range of IP related matters including trademark registrations, infringements, and transfer of shares issues. The team’s client roster includes both domestic and international companies.
Practice head(s):
Amar Bajramović
Testimonials
‘In this sector we are collaborating mostly with Amar Bajramović. He is very reputable IP lawyer in the market. Amar is very focused on solving the issue, quite creative and pleasant to work with.’
‘They provide each assignment is treated seriously and by an appropriate seniority and expertise. The team ensures that assignment proceeds expeditiously, and in a professional matter.’
‘Staff always reliable and responsive. Deadlines respected! each assignment results with problems solving. ’
Key clients
dm drogeriemarkt
LC Waikiki Group
Good Game Global d.o.o.
RCC – Regional Cooperation Council
HTEC
Work highlights
- Advising drogerie marktregarding the registration of a trademark UVIJEKPOVOLJNO.
- Advising HTEC Inc in relation to intellectual property aspects in relation to takeover of shares of Mistral technologie.
- Advising the Regional Cooperation Council regarding the registration of a trademark Balkathon.
Law firm SAJIC
Lauded for being 'innovative' the intellectual property practice at Law firm SAJIC operates from the Banja Luka office, representing corporations and individuals clients in various IP related proceedings. Managing partner Aleksandar Sajic and Zeljko Vlacic lead the team, which is well versed in trademark protection procedures, protection of rights cases, and patent registration cases. With significant experience in IP law, Igor Letica also handles IP issues arising from acquisitions or the termination of rights.
Practice head(s):
Aleksandar Sajic; Zeljko Vlacic
Other key lawyers:
Igor Letica
Testimonials
‘Law firm Sajic is the best team in Bosnia and Hercegovina, always one step before the others, innovative and ready for implementing new ideas and new innovations in the legal processes. The collaboration is excellent, the feedback from the team is on highest professional level, and we can only say that is a real pleasure working with them.’
‘Aleksandar Sajic and the other partners are excellent in their legal practice, open for discussion and collaboration in any field, ready to stay in touch with the new innovations.’
Key clients
AMUS
RISEN ENERGY
MULTIPROM SKOPJE
BOM IMPEKS d.o.o. Banja Luka