Next Generation Partners

Real estate and construction in Croatia

Bardek, Lisac, Mušec, Skoko in association with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz Rechtsanwälte GmbH (Austria)

Acting on its own, as well as frequently collaborating with interlinked practice areas, including corporate and banking, as well as working with other offices throughout the network, Bardek, Lisac, Mušec, Skoko in association with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz Rechtsanwälte GmbH (Austria) provides 'solutions-oriented' advice to investment companies and property developers on work throughout the life cycle, both on purely domestic deals as well as in regional CEE/SEE matters. 'Outstanding' team head Ana-Marija Skoko has a 'great knowledge of the real estate sector', including on the development and financing side of mandates within the logistics, retail and office spaces.

Practice head(s):

Gregor Famira; Ana-Marija Skoko


Other key lawyers:

Antonija Kanjer


Testimonials

The practice is unique because it focuses on the collaboration and knowledge of different practice areas and groups such as Corporate, Commercial, Employment without losing sight from the main focus, Real Estate & Construction.’

They have a strong understanding of the market, great experience in real estate. They are able to provide solutions to their clients, show great effort and efficiency.’

The team has a strong work ethic, is adaptable, responsive and solutions-oriented, while always putting the needs of the client first.’ 

‘Ana-Marija Skoko is a strong character who is able to adapt to different situations.’

‘Ana-Marija Skoko displays outstanding work dedication, responsiveness and practicality; she pursues her clients’ concerns as if they were her own.’.

Ana-Marija Skoko is very efficient, clearly a professional with great knowledge of the real estate sector.’

Key clients

Porsche AG


PATRIZIA


LOG EXPERT


Lukoran Resort


FATA SpA


Compagnie d’Affrètement et de Transport, C.A.T. SAS – Groupe CAT


Antenna Group


Work highlights


  • Representing PATRIZIA, an independent real estate fund, on the sale of individual assets in the process of exiting the Croatian market.
  • Advising SEE and CEE focused developers of industrial parks, LOG EXPERT, on their Croatian presence, with comprehensive legal and tax support for several locations in the matters of due diligence, property acquisition, development and construction, leases, regulatory proceedings, financing, and overall day-to-day support.

Divjak Topic Bahtijarevic & Krka

Acting on its own, as well as in a multi-disciplinary fashion (particularly in relation to corporate real estate work), Divjak Topic Bahtijarevic & Krka is well-positioned to advise investors, developers and end-users across the panoply of their real estate requirements. Team head and managing partner Emir Bahtijarević is vastly experienced in real estate work within the tourism, energy and infrastructure sectors, with work running the gamut from advice on purchase, development and financing, through to lease negotiations and real estate management. Associate Sanja Novoselić  is also a key contact for  project development and management, as well as corporate-related real estate due diligence.

Practice head(s):

Emir Bahtijarević


Other key lawyers:

Sandra Budimir; Sanja Novoselić


Key clients

Nomad Foods Europe Limited


Law Firm Glinska & Miškovic Ltd

Law Firm Glinska & Miškovic Ltd‘s diverse real estate practice handles work for developers, investors and financial institutions, particularly in relation to activity in the retail, leisure and office sectors. Team head Beata Glinska has vast experience in the market, ensuring that she is well-placed to advise on the varied needs of the client base, including in relation to property acquisitions and lease agreements. Glinska is also adept at advising international construction companies in public private partnership projects.

Practice head(s):

Beata Glinska


Key clients

SPAR Hrvatska d.o.o.


Tower Property Fund Limited


Kaufmann & Hoffmann


Iron Mountain


Fortress Investment Group LLC


Niker d.o.o.


CEE PROPERTY-INVEST IMMOBILIEN GMBH


Merkury Market SA


M&S Partners

Much of M&S Partners‘ transactional work is connected to the real estate market and this primary focus on work in the area has ensured that the firm has deep knowledge of the customs, commercial norms and laws associated with deals in the Croatian market. Particular areas of focus include work within the tourism and logistics sector where the team adds value to investors and developers by virtue of its ability to connect clients to and to work alongside external real estate specialists, including architects and surveyors. Andrej Šooš Maceljski excels in handling complex multidisciplinary mandates and is very effective advising clients in relation to both large brownfield and greenfield projects. Nikola Berović co-heads the team alongside Maceljski.

Practice head(s):

Andrej Šooš Maceljski; Nikola Berović


Other key lawyers:

Potjeh Kurtović; Kristina Banić


Key clients

Dana Holdings


SITNO HOLDING REAL ESTATE


V.D.M. Lučko d.o.o.


PRIVREDNA BANKA ZAGREB P.L.C.


PBZ Card d.o.o.


Croatian forests (Hrvatske šume Ltd.)


European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)


Select Group UAE


Athena Global Partners, Ltd.


West Gate Shopping City


Adriatic Tourist Resort Ltd.


Across Private Investments


PBZ Croatia osiguranje (PBZ Croatia insurance)


DAMAC Properties Dubai


Colliers Advisory Croatia


CRVENA LUKA jsc.


Mamic Peric Reberski Rimac Law Firm LLC

Mamic Peric Reberski Rimac Law Firm LLC advises public and private sector clients across the spectrum of their real estate and construction requirements, including as it relates to acquisition of land, corporate/M&A real estate matters, as well as issues relating to zoning, land use and permits. Team head Jurica Reberski has deep understanding of the complexities of real estate law in Croatia which she puts to use to good effect on major transactions for developers and investors. Her knowledge is also recognised by the government who regularly consult her on property issues and potential changes in law. Natalija Perić has a focus on construction matters, particularly as they relate to major energy projects.

Practice head(s):

Jurica Reberski; Natalija Perić


Other key lawyers:

Inja Štajduhar; Marko Martinković; Nina Ovčar


Key clients

City of Zagreb


Rimac Automobiles Ltd.


LIBURNIA RIVIERA HOTELI d.d.


GITONE Kvarner d.o.o.


Čista voda d.o.o.


MFI International Real Estate Adriatic d.o.o.


Uni Viridas d.o.o.


ZAGREB CITY HOLDING Ltd. (Zagrebački Holding d.o.o.)


City of Slavonski Brod


MEŠIĆ COM d.o.o.


DIOKI d.d. in bankruptcy


GIP PIONIR d.o.o.


HOPS – Hrvatski operator prijenosnog sustava d.o.o., Croatian transmission system operator company


Privredna banka Zagreb d.d.


NOVA KREDITNA BANKA MARIBOR d.d.


VMD GRUPA d.o.o.


ERSA İNŞAAT PROJE TURİZM SANAYİ VE TİCARET


Croatian Academy of Science and Arts


KREKIĆ AVANGARD d.o.o.


Meritus Global Real Estate Management d.o.o.


Work highlights


  • Advising Liburnia Riviera Hoteli d.d. on various real estate matters, including the potential sale of part of portfolio as well as potential purchase of new properties and thereby connected due diligence analysis and advising on the structure of transaction.
  • Advising tourist company, Gitone Kvarner, on various real estate matters.
  • Providing full day-to-day legal assistance and representation of MEŠIĆ COM d.o.o. on numerous real estate matters, with emphasis on acquisitions and complex real estate project developments.

Šavoric & Partners

Šavorić & Partners is instructed directly from developers, end users and banks, as well as picking up instructions from referring international law firms and is a popular choice on complex commercial property transactions, particularly as it relates to shopping centres and hotels. Team head Branko Bulat has a strong reputation in the market including for international investors and project developers in the start-up and purchase of land and real estate projects in Croatia.

Practice head(s):

Branko Bulat; Boris Šavorić


Other key lawyers:

Nataša Trbović


Key clients

ALP Partners


Ingka Centres (part of IKEA Group)


Work highlights


  • Advised ALP Partners in connection to project Prukljan, regarding golf, marina and villa development.
  • Acted for Ingka Centres (part of IKEA Group) in connection with project of complex infrastructural building and development – gas station with additional buildings, facilities (fast food restaurant), access road, protective green area Z1 and supervision of the services for the part of construction – land preparation, internal road and totem / navigation tower.

Wolf Theiss

The 'responsive, experienced and professional' team at Wolf Theiss has a strong reputation among international and local clients, which are appreciative of its transactional expertise, its internal use of technology for document sharing and alike, and its use of other offices - locally in Split and Rijeka, and internationally across its CEE/SEE network. As well as core commercial real estate mandates, the team is also adept at handling bankruptcy proceedings involving real estate and in related litigation.  'Exceptional' team head Josip Martinić is key to the firm's success in the area and 'always comes up with a solution, even in the most complex and difficult situations'. 

Practice head(s):

Josip Martinić


Testimonials

‘They have a responsive, experienced and professional approach.’

The exceptional Josip Martinic provides a solutions-oriented approach, making complex transactions look easy.’

‘Josip Martinic is a problem solver and his knowledge in the litigation sector and real estate are unmatchable on the market. He always comes up with a solution, even in the most complex and difficult situations.’

Key clients

Avex TCF Limited


ALSO Croatia d.o.o.


Vermilion Zagreb Exploration d.o.o.


Work highlights


  • Advising a client on the sale of its logistic centre in Croatia.
  • Advising the owner of one of the largest Croatian shopping malls, on the financing, refinancing and debt restructuring in relation to the shopping mall.
  • Advising an Austrian citizen and our long-term client on the purchase of real estate on the island of Lopud near Dubrovnik.

Žuric i Partneri in cooperation with Kinstellar

Led by the ‘highly professional and responsive’ Miroslav Plašćar , the ‘well-resourced’ team at Žuric i Partneri in cooperation with Kinstellar provides ‘solutions-oriented’ advice to a developer-focused client base on many of the highest-profile commercial property mandates in the market, particularly in the context of tourism and energy projects. ‘Thorough, responsive and solutions-oriented’ senior associate Andrijana Kaštelan is a ‘highly educated professional in the field of real estate and is able to handle complex matters’, including as they relate to zoning and planning matters.

Practice head(s):

Miroslav Plašćar


Other key lawyers:

Duško Žurić; Andrijana Kaštelan; Vedran Kopilovic; Maja Skansi; Matea Sekur; Zrinka Ivankovic


Testimonials

‘The well-resourced team is solutions-oriented, responsive and is able to adapt to the client’s thinking.’

Miroslav Plascar is highly professional and responsive.’

‘Andrijana Kastelan is a highly educated professional in the field of real estate and is able to handle complex matters. She is thorough, responsive and solutions oriented.’ 

Key clients

MANEVI ZRT.


WALLENBORN CRO d.o.o.


Hanzekovic & Partners

Led by Jasminka Čorda Truhar , Hanzekovic & Partners‘ sweet-spot lies in advising contractors/sub-contractors on major construction projects for motorways, bridges, waste management plants and wastewater treatment plants. In this context, Truhar is particularly well-versed at drafting contracts in accordance with FIDIC rules ad conditions. Truhar also has particular expertise in negotiating and drafting tender documents and concession contracts regarding public procurement processes.

Practice head(s):

Jasminka Čorda Truhar


Other key lawyers:

Domagoj Truhar; Tamara Lachowski; Melani Polinčić Baković; Josipa Mikecin


Key clients

EURCO d.d.


ŠKOLA NOGOMETA NK OSIJEK


HERING d.d.


INVESTINŽENJERING d.o.o.


INSTITUT IGH, d.d.


Madirazza & Partners

Madirazza & Partners advises developers and funds/investors on matters throughout the life cycle of real estate projects, from securing permits, to drafting building contracts and acquisition of real estate. In addition to core transactional real estate work, Ivan Madirazza also excels at advising banks on secured lending, as well as in the context of the sale of NPL portfolios (where real estate is the principal underlying asset) Check wording The 'very experienced' Josip Madirazza is also a key member of the team and is particularly adept at handling energy-related real estate work. 

Practice head(s):

Josip Madirazza; Ivan Madirazza


Other key lawyers:

Marinka Kovačić; Ana Valjalo; Bruno Pelicarić


Testimonials

Josip Madirazza is very experienced and is able to guide you through the Croatian peculiarities that are sometimes difficult to understand.’

Key clients

S PARK HRVATSKA d.o.o.


Zagreb nekretnine d.o.o.


Zagrebačka banka d.d.


TERRMA CAPITAL CORP. Ltd.


VJETROELEKTRANA TRTAR-KRTOLIN d.o.o., VJETROELEKTRANA ORLICE d.o.o., VJETROELEKTRANA PONIKVE d.o.o., VJETROELEKTRANA KATUNI d.o.o. (members of wpd Group)


VJETROELEKTRANA RUDINE d.o.o., RP GLOBAL DANILO d.o.o.


Bridgewest Tranquility Adriatic LLC; Bridgewest Tranquility Holdings LLC


PTR PRIME TOURIST RESORTS (CYPRUS) LIMITED


Work highlights


  • Advised S PARK HRVATSKA d.o.o. (affiliated with SES SPAR EUROPEAN SHOPPING CENTERS GMBH) in a successful transaction by which Spar acquired real estate in Varaždin from Varteks d.d. and in three contemplated acquisitions of real estate for greenfield development of shopping malls in Croatia.
  • Advised Bridgewest Tranquility Adriatic LLC/Bridgewest Tranquility Holdings LLC, a notable foreign investor, in a share deal related to the acquisition of a local company that manages luxury real estate assets in the Dubrovnik area.
  • Advised TERRMA CAPITAL CORP. Ltd. in relation to investment and development of greenfield solar power plant project in Croatia.

Marohnic, Tomek & Gjoic, Law Firm

The 'friendly, approachable, and hardworking' team at Marohnic, Tomek & Gjoic, Law Firm provides 'practical and cost-effective advice' to international and domestic developers and investors across a range of commercial property work. As well as work in the tourism and logistics space, the team has also recently handled a number of high-profiles sales and acquisitions of retail portfolios. Tena Tomek co-heads the practice alongside Josip Marohnic, who excels in providing 'practical solutions for complex issues', including within the energy sector.

Practice head(s):

Tena Tomek; Josip Marohnić


Other key lawyers:

Ivona Zagajski; Filip Majcen


Testimonials

‘The team collaborates very closely with one another and is extremely effective at project managing transactions.’

‘The team provides practical and cost-effective advice.’

All of the team are extremely friendly, approachable, and hardworking.’

The team is packed with young brilliant minds with a proactive and “can do” attitude. Their effective communication skills especially stand out, as they are really able to hear the clients’ needs and simultaneously maintain a healthy and needed level of assertiveness but without sliding into aggressiveness.’

‘Josip Marohnić is sharp and quick and is able to offer practical solutions for complex issues.’

Key clients

Balkan Properties Limited UK


LCN Capital Partners


Immofinanz AG


M.L. Bay Development d.o.o.


Poslovni Park Zagreb d.o.o.


Mediterranean Premium Properties Development


Mauthner d.o.o.


Rigi Real Estate


RPR Group


Split Peninsula Properties d.o.o.


Podatkovni centar križ d.o.o.


Work highlights


  • Advised Immofinanz AG on various mandates concerning commercial real estate, the most notable of which is their expansion into the Croatian market with 23 locations retail park portfolio and a landmark office towers development in Croatian capital Zagreb.
  • Advised LCN Capital Partners on the sale of the entire retail portfolio of Emmezeta in Croatia, five retail and warehouse units comprising over 75,000 sqm total lettable area let on long term, fully repairing leases from Croatian subsidiaries of Steinhoff/Conforama.
  • Advised Mediterranean Premium Properties Development in the negotiation and conclusion of the hotel management agreement with the Accor hotel brand.

Ostermann Ivancic Attorneys-at-Law LLP

The 'very responsive' team at Ostermann Ivancic Attorneys-at-Law LLP provides 'thorough, precise and on-point advice' to investors, developers and funds across a wide array of transactional work, including land acquisition/sales, lease negotiations and real estate-related NPL work. Ana Vrsaljko Metelko 'provides detailed advice that is very relevant from a business perspective' and as well as her rea estate expertise, is also adept at advising on FIDIC-based construction contracts. Mojmir Ostermann co-heads the team alongside Metelko and is noted for his NPL work and real estate-related litigation.

Practice head(s):

Mojmir Ostermann; Ana Vrsaljko Metelko


Other key lawyers:

Marijana Soldo Kubat; Janko Havaš


Testimonials

‘It is hard to find a lawyer who is really good in real estate law and also understands the market and we are thrilled that we found Ostermann.’

‘The team is very responsive and provides thorough, precise and on-point advice.’

‘Ana Vrsaljko Metelko is responsive and provides detailed advice that is very relevant from a business perspective.’

Key clients

Globe Trade Center (GTC)


HETA Asset Resolution


Kamen Psunj


Several high-net-worth individuals developing tourist resorts


Ergo Staples


Osijek – Koteks


APS Investments


Epsilon Građenje


Telemach


Work highlights


  • Advised GTC, a leading regional real estate investor and developer, with respect to construction of Building C, third commercial building in the business park Matrix Office Park in Zagreb, designed and constructed in line with prestigious LEED Platinum certification for green construction.
  • Advise a Croatian construction company on a complex €20m project development and construction dispute arising from failed public private partnership project that was to develop a sports hall in the city of Sisak.

Schoenherr in cooperation with Croatian lawyers

Drawing upon a 'very modern, proactive and solutions-oriented approach', Schoenherr in cooperation with Croatian lawyers is a popular choice for international investors and developers across a range of commercial property work, including acquisition of land, lease negotiations/drafting and advice on construction contracts. 'Knowledgeable and reliable' team head Ksenija Šourek  is 'very dedicated to her work' which includes a considerable amount of work for core client, LIDL on the acquisition and construction of a plethora of stores in Croatia.

Practice head(s):

Ksenija Sourek


Testimonials

‘Schoenherr is simply the best. They are always one step ahead of all the other law firms we have encountered, both in terms of legal knowledge, but especially in terms of practical problem solving.’

They have a very modern, proactive and solutions-oriented approach.’

‘Ksenija Sourek has excellent legal knowledge, but even more importantly, she is pleasant to be around. She has a very easy-going approach, but still gets things done exceptionally fast and always keeping our best interests at heart.’

‘Ksenija Sourek is knowledgeable, reliable and available 24/7. What I like about her the most is the fact that she is very down to earth and has an individual approach to both clients and counterparts.’

Key clients

LIDL


S IMMO Group


FACC Operations GmbH


UNIQA Real Estate GmbH


AmRest Adria


Xprimia AG


TUI Group


Studenac d.o.o.


Mirova


RP Global


Work highlights


  • Regularly advising LIDL since its market entry in 2001 on various real estate aspects of development of 105 LIDL stores in Croatia.
  • Following S IMMO AG’s successful takeover of the well-known office building ‘Zagrebtower’ in October 2020, the firm has become S IMMO Group’s regular advisor on several aspects of their day-to-day business related to ‘Zagrebtower’, but also to ‘HOTO tower’.
  • Advised Studenac (owned by Enterprise Investors) in relation to the acquisition of the retail business of BURE d.o.o. via purchase of 100% shares of the de-merged NewCo from an individual shareholder.

Law Firm Andelovic, Siketic & Tomic

Co-headed by the ‘hardworking and solutions-oriented’ Petra Siketić and Marko Tomić , Law Firm Andelovic, Siketic & Tomic advises banks and developers in relation to real estate transactions, primarily within the tourism sector.

Practice head(s):

Petra Siketić; Marko Tomić


Testimonials

‘The team is responsive and experienced in many different industries and also in cross-border matters.’

Marko Tomic has endless energy and stamina.’

‘Petra Siketic definitely stands out for her clear and concise advice and all-round commitment. She is precise and hard-working and always provides a solutions-oriented approach for her clients.’

Key clients

UniCredit S.p.A.


Zagrebačka banka d.d.


ERSTE GROUP BANK AG


ENS d.o.o.


ENS DEVELOPMENT d.o.o.


H.M.Z. Privatstiftung


H.M.Z. Villa d.o.o.


H.M.Z. Luxury Villas Istria d.o.o.


VELA nekretnine d.o.o.


2.ADVICE d.o.o.


GIK Grupa d.o.o.


Work highlights


  • Advised Croatian developer, ENS DEVELOPMENT on the successful completion of 23 stop-shops all over Croatia, as well as currently developing luxury business buildings in Zagreb.
  • Providing day-to-day advice H.M.Z. Privatstiftung, H.M.Z. Villa d.o.o. and H.M.Z. Luxury Villas d.o.o in respect of all of its business properties and operations in Croatia (e.g. financings, real estate, employment, service agreements, and leases), consisting of luxury villas, residences, and vessels.
  • Advised UniCredit and  Zagrebačka banka on the €56.8m financing provided to  Croatian company Punta skala (that owns the hotel and resort complex Falkensteiner in Petrčane peninsula, near to Zadar, Croatia) aimed for (a) the repayment of certain credit facilities (that were also granted by our Clients, with us in the role of their legal advisors for all matters related to Croatian law); (b) repayment of the working capital facility; (c) refurbishment of Hotel Diadora (which after the completion of works will be 5* family hotel), and (d) construction of four luxury villas and aquaparks.

Batarelo Dvojkovic Vuchetich Law Firm LLP

The ‘agile’ multidisciplinary team at Batarelo Dvojkovic Vuchetich Law Firm LLP has ‘comprehensive knowledge’ across the real estate sector, including in relation to transactional mandates, from a greenfield and brownfield perspective in the retail commercial property arena. Team head Tomislav Sadrićhas abundant knowledge and experience in real estate-related matters’, and alongside Laurenz Vuchetich is advising Croatian textile and fashion company Varteks in numerous transactions aimed at monetizing its impressive portfolio of non-operating real estate assets.

Practice head(s):

Tomislav Sadrić


Other key lawyers:

Laurenz W. Vuchetich; Monika Rakitničan


Testimonials

‘Their comprehensive knowledge and client-oriented approach has helped us so far in numerous occasions.’

‘Irrespective of whether the problem of existing buildings needs to be solved or whether it is a completely new investment in relation to buildings, the BDV team will always provide you with the correct information, draw up favourable contracts, help in negotiations and give specific answers to specific questions.’

The team is agile and has a great organizational and technical skills.’

‘Tomislav Sadric provides a thorough, efficient and goal-oriented approach.’ 

Tomislav Sadric has abundant knowledge and experience in real estate related matters. He is always available and quick to respond with excellent advice and the ability to take the initiative in solving the problem.’

Key clients

VARTEKS d.d.


Metro Cash & Carry Ltd.


Mr Ivan Paladina


TPV d.o.o.


Experta Grupa


Graniti Lučko


PEPCO Croatia d.o.o.


Mirna d.d.


Franck d.d.


Wind farm Bruvno


Congregation of Sisters of Mercy


Work highlights


  • Advised VARTEKS in the negotiations and conclusion of several real estate sale and purchase transactions, with a total value of over €15m.
  • Advised Ivan Paladina as a minority shareholder in relation to the JVA for the purpose of development and construction of a 150-key hotel and spa resort near Dubrovnik.
  • Performing several real estate-connected mandates for Metro Cash & Carry.

Bradvica Maric Wahl Cesarec

Benefiting from ‘excellent local and regional connections’, Bradvica Maric Wahl Cesarec provides ‘a solutions-oriented, business-minded and practical approach’ to a range of stakeholders, including funds, corporates and private individuals, principally in the tourism sector. Co-heads Matthias Wahl and Neven Maricare extremely responsive, effective and knowledgeable about the local market’. 

Practice head(s):

Dr. Matthias Wahl; Neven Marić


Other key lawyers:

Edi Suljić


Testimonials

‘The firm has excellent local and regional connections. The lawyers are very efficient, experienced and pragmatic and willing to go the extra mile for their clients.’

‘Excellent, experienced and very effective team with a solutions-oriented, business-minded and practical approach. They are truly full-scope and also have a very good coverage in terms of European clients (due to also the number of work languages they are working in at a high quality).’

‘Maric Neven and Matthias Wahl’s legal skills and knowledge in the fields of M&A and real estate transactions are just outstanding. It is easy to work with them as they are extremely responsive, effective and knowledgeable about the local market.’

Key clients

KKIG UK


KUHN IMOBILIEN HRVATSKA d.o.o.


Ericsson Nikola Tesla d.d.


Various private investors


In2therooms d.o.o.


Work highlights


  • Advised Ericsson Nikola Tesla d.d. as a contractor on EUBB project of development of broadband access infrastructure in the area of the northern and central part of Croatia.
  • Represented KUHN IMOBILIEN HRVATSKA d.o.o. in the process of purchasing of real estate in Dugopolje – Split, Croatia.
  • Represented an insolvency administrator of a UK based company in connection with the repossession of real estate on the island of Šolta

Ilej & Partners, in cooperation with Karanovic & Partners

Led by Franka Baica , Ilej & Partners, in cooperation with Karanovic & Partners regularly advises foreign funds on hotel deals, both in relation to share and asset deal transactions.

Practice head(s):

Franka Baica


Other key lawyers:

Ivana Sverak; Barbara Bilić


Key clients

HPL Hotels & Resorts


Novasol A/S


HÖRMANN HRVATSKA d.o.o.


Work highlights


  • Advising HPL Hotels & Resorts, a hospitality management company, operated and wholly owned by a Singapore-listed company, Hotel Properties Limited (HPL), in connection with the acquisition from Avenue Group of majority shares in the project company Avenue Ulaganja d.o.o. (now Kupari Luxury Hotels d.o.o.), a developer of Kupari tourist complex near Dubrovnik to be operated by Four Seasons.
  • Advised NOVASOL A/S, member of Awaze Group and one of Europe’s largest companies for holiday rentals, on three separate acquisitions of Croatian travel agencies managing luxury villas on the Croatian Adriatic coast.
  • Advise HÖRMANN HRVATSKA d.o.o., a Croatian affiliate of Hörmann Gruppe, a leading European manufacturer of yard, house and garage doors, with regards to a real estate project of development of production hall.

Macesic & Partners LLC

Although it does some transactional work for developers and investors in the commercial property sphere, the team at Macesic & Partners LLC, which is headed by Anita Krizmanić , has a particular focus advising banks as creditors where real estate was used as collateral on the original loans.

Practice head(s):

Anita Krizmanić


Other key lawyers:

Toni Štifanić


Key clients

Erste & Steiermarkische Bank


Raiffeisenbank Austria


Raiffeisen Consulting


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