Bosnia & Herzegovina

Stevan attended the symposium The Winds of Change – International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) in the Geopolitical Arena at the University of Vienna,where leading experts in investment arbitration gathered. Among the distinguished speakers were Meg Kinnear, former Secretary-General of ICSID, Professor Christoph Schreuer Emeritus Professor University of Vienna, Professor August Reinisch, Head of International Law Relations at the University of Vienna, and Anna Joubin-Bret, Secretary of UNCITRAL and Director of the International Trade Law Division at the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs, among many others. Discussions focused on key issues of globalization, the rule of law, human rights, and investment protection amid geopolitical challenges. The following day, Stevan was one of the speakers at the hashtag#NavigatingArbitration: Essential Skills for Lawyers and In-House Counsel conference in Ljubljana, organized by Vienna International Arbitral Centre of the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (VIAC), Ljubljana Arbitration Centre, Karanovic & Partners, CMS Slovenia and DLA Piper Vienna. This event provided an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experiences regarding arbitration in various sectors. Stevan also had the pleasure of meeting his friend and colleague, Matej Perpar from Law firm KIRM PERPAR, Ltd., also a member of the SELA - South East Legal Alliance. This busy week further strengthened connections and collaboration within the regional legal and arbitration community, reaffirming our dedication to the development and promotion of arbitration as a cornerstone of justice and stability.  

While mediation is not a universal solution, its potential as a valuable tool within the Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) framework is immense, which is why efforts have been made to demonstrate its practicality. The chapter addresses key issues in resolving investment disputes through mediation, including agreements to mediate, timing considerations, mediator selection, and overcoming structural and political challenges.  

Dimitrijević & Partners proudly announces the participation of our Senior Partner, Stevan Dimitrijević,as a distinguished panelist at a high-level discussion held by Young ICCA in collaboration with the Faculty of Law, University of Banja Luka. The event, titled "Arbitration and Litigation – Are They Friends or Foes?", brought together esteemed legal experts and academics to examine the interplay between arbitration and litigation. The panel featured notable speakers from Hungary, including attorney Dániel Dózsa, and from Austria, Stefan Dobrijević, fostering an international perspective on the risks, benefits, and practical considerations when choosing between litigation and arbitration. Topics included the complex relationship between courts and arbitral tribunals and their roles before, during, and after arbitration. The success of the event is attributed to the invaluable efforts of moderators and organizers: Professor Zoran Vasiljević, Senior Research and Teaching Assistant Irena Radić, Attorney at Law Dragana Nikolić, and Derviš Klokić. Their dedication contributed to a thought-provoking and engaging discussion. Dimitrijević & Partners extends its gratitude to Young ICCA and the Faculty of Law, University of Banja Luka, for the opportunity to participate in the first-ever Young ICCA event in Banja Luka. We also thank the attendees who made this an inspiring debate, reinforcing our commitment to advancing legal knowledge and international collaboration.  

We were honored to participate in the South-Eastern Europe Arbitration Conference held in Vienna,a pivotal event bringing together leading legal experts to address critical topics such as ESG standards, quantitative techniques, arbitration funding, and asset tracing. The conference also highlighted key discussions on the challenges and future directions of arbitration law in the region. The event opened with an insightful keynote address by Anna Joubin-Bret, Secretary of the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), who emphasized the importance of modernizing international trade law in today's global landscape. As proud sponsors of the conference, our team, led by Senior Partner Stevan Dimitrijević, played a dual role in both organizing and contributing as a speaker. This initiative aligns with our continued efforts to promote arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). We would like to extend a special thank you to our colleagues, Marija Kuruzović and Lana Samardžija, for their outstanding representation of our firm at this significant event. The conference not only facilitated knowledge exchange but also strengthened our relationships with existing partners and opened new avenues for collaboration. We look forward to future events and reaffirm our commitment to advancing arbitration practices in South-Eastern Europe. Dimitrijević & Partners remains dedicated to fostering arbitration as a pillar of justice and stability across the region.