A popular choice for foreign investors, CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers offers a strong project and energy practice known for its work on large-scale energy and infrastructure development projects and cross-border project financing. The latter is a key strength of the firm, bolstered by its banking and finance department. Nedžida Salihović-Whalen focuses on transactional and contentious matters and Indir Osmić has significant experience advising on cross-border energy projects.
Projects and energy in Bosnia & Herzegovina
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers
Practice head(s):
Indir Osmić
Other key lawyers:
Nedžida Salihović-Whalen
Key clients
European Bank for Restructuring and Development
Soda Sisecam Lukavac
Grohe
Akzo Nobel N.V.
Austrian Social Fund
Press Ganey
Wagner AG Waldstatt
Hitachi Energy
Alpiq AG
Goodyear
Otis
Wizz Air Hungary Zrt.
ALPLA
Mann Hummel
Work highlights
- Advising the EBRD on all aspects of the financing of the EBRD-Regional Energy Efficiency Programme (REEP), which supports energy efficiency in the Western Balkan countries with the public sector.
- Advising Press Ganey, a healthcare consulting and research technology platform company, on the acquisition of shares in a local company.
- Advising Alpiq, a company in the field of energy generation, trading and sales, in relation to business activities regarding energy regulation and business law in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Dimitrijevic & Partners
Dimitrijevic & Partners stands out for its energy and infrastructure expertise and counts development banks, major local and international energy companies, and public sector developers among its clients. Road infrastructure and renewable energy are core areas of expertise for the firm, which also handles a number of construction and infrastructure-related disputes. Practice head Davorin Marinković advises major domestic energy producers and suppliers on concessions, public procurement and joint venture agreements. He is assisted by senior associate Nikola Markočević, whose work centres on highway and energy facility development.
Practice head(s):
Davorin Marinković
Other key lawyers:
Nikola Markočević
Key clients
Linklaters Beijing – China Development Bank Corporation
OHL Z.S. Brno, Czech Republic
GET Holding
Highways of the Republic of Srpska, Banjaluka
EFT group
German International Cooperation Agency GmbH (GIZ)
Elektroprivreda Republike Srpske
Elektroprivreda BiH
Sunshine
Aspiravi International
United Nations Development Program – Office in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Zero Emissions / GET Holding
VZB Capital
Lykos Metals Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Elektroprivreda BiH, a major power utility in Bosnia and Herzegovina, on contractual relations with the EPC contractor for a new multimillion thermal power plant.
- Advising Elektroprivreda Republike Srpske, a producer and supplier of electricity, on joint ventures, concessions and public procurement for new energy facilities.
- Advising Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) on technical assistance for improvement of the legislative framework in the country for new renewable projects, in order to support decarbonisation.
Law Office Miljkovic & Partners
Known for its deep knowledge of the commercial, technical and regulatory aspects of the energy industry, Law Office Miljkovic & Partners‘ projects and energy team is sought by clients for assistance in major energy projects, project financing and contentious issues. The lattermost is a key area of expertise for the firm, with contract and infrastructure-related arbitration and dispute resolution matters constituting a significant part of its caseload. Founder and managing partner Sead Miljković leads the team, aided by public procurement and regulatory matters specialist Amar Bajramović.
Practice head(s):
Sead Miljković
Other key lawyers:
Amar Bajramović
Testimonials
‘We have very positive experiences with the firm. They have knowledge and experience in complex legal matters and provide proactive and business-oriented support. We have finally found a local firm with international standards. The service they provide is client-oriented and professional. Their team is flexible and committed and their experience wide.’
‘Our main contacts for all project matters are Amar Bajramovic and Sead Miljkovic who both have demonstrated deep understanding and experience in these matters.’
Key clients
wpd Adria
MOL Plc
Ivicom
JP Ceste
Strabag
Work highlights
- Advising ASA Group as investor in relation to a FIDIC-based contract with Strabag for a project involving the first private general hospital in Sarajevo.
- Advising Generale Costruzioni Ferroviarie with regards to BiH legal matters in relation to ICC arbitration concerning a railway rehabilitation project in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Engaged by EBRD to advise public company Motorways of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina on the project of financing a motorway section, which is part of Corridor Vc.
Wolf Theiss - in cooperation with local lawyers
Wolf Theiss - in cooperation with local lawyers acts for domestic and international corporations and financial institutions, with particular expertise advising on transactional issues in relation to conventional and renewable energy projects. Practice head Naida Čustović handles large-scale mandates, advising on project financing, regulatory compliance and M&A in the energy and infrastructure sectors. Senior associate Ilma Kasumagić advises clients on permit procedures, tenders and due diligence.
Practice head(s):
Naida Čustović
Other key lawyers:
Ilma Kasumagić
Key clients
NIS j.s.c.
Work highlights
- Advising NIS Novi Sad, a Serbian multinational oil and gas company and one of the largest exporters, in connection to becoming the sole shareholder of Jadtran-Naftagass Banja Luka.
Karanovic & Partners in cooperation with local lawyers
The energy practice at Karanovic & Partners in cooperation with local lawyers acts for foreign investors in the development of major energy and infrastructure projects, with an increasing focus on wind power projects. The team often advises on project finance, regulatory compliance, construction matters and public procurement projects. With offices in Sarajevo and Banja Luka, the team is sought out for its deep knowledge of local regulations and sector-specific expertise across all major areas of energy. Nihad Sijerčić leads the team, assisted by public procurement specialist Amina Đugum.
Practice head(s):
Nihad Sijerčić
Other key lawyers:
Amina Đugum
Key clients
Energy Community
VESTAS AG
Brilliant 3221 GmbH
Hering
Telemach
Henkel
Dar Al Arkan Property Development LLC
Kolektor
PowerChina Resources Limited
Energi Danmark
Work highlights
- Assisting EBRD with amendments to the BiH energy efficiency legislation.
- Assisting a client with the development of a wind power plant, which will be the biggest wind farm and the largest-ever investment in renewable energy sources in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Advising CEXIM on the contemplated financing of the Banja Luka – Prijedor highway.
Maric & Co Law Firm
Maric & Co Law Firm assists clients in the private and public sectors with energy, construction and infrastructure matters. The team has particular experience in foreign investment and project finance, in which it acts for domestic and international lenders and borrowers. Renewable energy is another area of growing expertise for the firm. Slaven Dizdar heads the practice, specialising in project finance and renewable energy, and with extensive experience advising on multi-jurisdictional public infrastructure, construction and energy projects.
Practice head(s):
Slaven Dizdar
Other key lawyers:
Branko Marić
Key clients
Public Company Elektroprivreda BiH JSC
Suzlon Wind Energy A/S Denmark
InterEnergo Group Slovenia / Kelag Group Austria
Kolektor Group Slovenia
EBRD
Adriatic Metals PLC
Shandong International
Work highlights
- Advising Shandong International and its Bosnian subsidiary SDHS-CSI BH Banja Luka on the continuation of the Banja Luka-Prijedor-Novi Grad highway construction project.
- Advising public company Elektroprivreda BiH JSC on the construction of Block 7 of the Tuzla Thermoelectric Power Plant, valued at over €750m.
- Advising EBRD in relation to six loans to local banks in Bosnia & Herzegovina, as well as a loan granted to a subsidiary of AS Holding, projects related to construction and/or reconstruction of supply facilities.
Law firm SAJIC
Known for its broad projects and energy experience, Law firm SAJIC advises bidders, borrowers, lenders and concessionaires from the energy and mining industries. The team also advises on road and infrastructure projects, acting for foreign clients on project finance, due diligence and transactional matters. Founding partner Aleksandar Sajic co-heads the team, advising international clients on acquisitions and developments, together with energy expert Milica Karadza.
Practice head(s):
Aleksandar Sajic; Milica Karadza
Other key lawyers:
Zeljko Vlacic
Key clients
Interenergo Slovenia
Carmeuse
Energo Company
Work highlights
- Advised a consortium consisting of Ehe and Interenergo on the process of selection of the most favourable bidder for the project of JP DEP-OT Banja Luka, which is a public company managing regional landfill.
- Acting as legal consultant to a client on various issues, especially on its investment projects, participation in public procurement procedures and contracting with public authorities.
Moravcevic Vojnovic and Partners in cooperation with Schoenherr
Moravcevic Vojnovic and Partners in cooperation with Schoenherr‘s projects and energy team advises clients on large renewable energy projects, with an emphasis on hydroelectric power plants. Clients include local and multinational entities in the energy and electricity, construction and mining industries. Minela Šehović leads the team from the Sarajevo office, with support from Belgrade-based partner Matija Vojnović.
Practice head(s):
Matija Vojnovic
Key clients
Thales Group
Arcore AG
Hidroelektrana Dabar d.o.o. Trebinje
Elektroprivreda Srbije
Azvirt Limited Liability Company
Partnera Oyj
Work highlights
- Advising Hydro Power Plant Dabar as borrower in connection with a €189m loan facility granted by the Export-Import Bank of China for the development of a 160MW hydropower plant.
- Advising Elektroprivreda Srbije (EPS) in relation to the development of one of the largest investment projects in the energy sector of the country, the construction of three hydro plants on the river Drina.
- Advising Thales Group on approx. €35m worth proceedings challenging public procurements passport booklets, drivers’ licenses and ID cards.