CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers > Sarajevo, Bosnia & Herzegovina > Firm Profile
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers Offices
UL FRA ANDELA ZVIZDOVICA 1
71000 SARAJEVO
Bosnia & Herzegovina
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Bosnia & Herzegovina > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1
Specialising in domestic and cross-border advisory work in the full range of financial project matters, the banking and finance practice at CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers regularly handle acquisition financing, corporate lending, and distressed debt trading. Transactions in the microcredit sector and multijurisdictional equity investments are core strengths of the team. Andrea Zubović-Devedžić  spearheads the team, with a focus on advising local and foreign firms in relation to regulatory requirements for subordinated debt financing. Sanja Voloder is another key member of the team, advising on acquisition of shares and loan restructuring matters.Practice head(s):
Andrea Zubović-Devedžić
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘CMS offers a truly market leader service in Bosnia with a team of seasoned legal professionals, who are familiar with the expectations of our business in terms of delivery of advice and project management. The local knowledge brought to the table by CMS’s attorneys has proved to be a valuable asset for our organization.‘
Key clients
European Fund for Southeast Europe
Green for Growth
Finance in Motion
European Bank for Restructuring and Development
European Investment Fund
Containex Container-HandelsgesellschafT M.B.H
Mutares SE & Co. KGaA
Atradius collections B.V.
Proparco
Otis AG
SPORTRADAR GROUP AG
Citibank
Soda Sisecam Lukavac
Work highlights
- Advising EFSE on subordinated debt financing of a systemic bank in Bosnia and Herzegovina, member of an international group, in relation to Tier 2 regulatory capital requirements.
- Advising the client Austrian Development Bank (OEEB) regarding loan restructuring and negotiation with a local company.
- Advising Soda Sisecam Lukavac on implementation of a pioneer project of introducing a payment system vis swift communication.
Bosnia & Herzegovina > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Servicing an impressive list of domestic and international clients, the corporate and commercial team at CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers regularly handles energy-related public sector work in the Western Balkans, together with broad advisory work for corporates. Andrea Zubović-Devedžić  leads the team with Indir Osmić, advising on the full range of M&A structuring, banking and finance transactions and litigations. The team also handles a large volume of regional regulatory work. Ana Terzić and Dario Hadžisaković assist on acquisition-related advisory work.Practice head(s):
Andrea Zubović-Devedžić; Indir Osmić
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Mutares SE & Co. KGaA
Wizz Air Zrt.
European Bank for Restructuring and Development
Containex Container-HandelsgesellschafT M.B.H
Atradius collections B.V.
Otis AG
Wizz Air Hungary Zrt.
Hitachi Energy
Grohe
Sportradar Group AG
Soda Sisecam Lukavac
Interenergo d.o.o. a Slovenian subsidiary of Kelag
Work highlights
- Advised Mutares SE & Co. KGaA on acquisition of shares in the target – Cimos manufacturer and supplier of parts and accessories for motor vehicles in multiple jurisdictions.
- Advising Atradius Collections B.V. on acquisition of shares in the target – a group of debt collection companies operating in multiple jurisdictions.
- Advising Grohe GmbH Grohe Adria on establishment of the limited liability company and various additional corporate matters.
Bosnia & Herzegovina > Real estate, construction and projects Tier 1
CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers maintains a very active non-contentious offering in real estate, construction, and projects, capable of advising an impressive roster of domestic and international clients in the energy, technology, and industry sectors. The team handles multijurisdictional acquisition of shares work, share purchase agreements, and PPP projects related to renewable energy efficiency. Indir Osmić leads the team, handling sales and developments of commercial real estate, and advisory work on energy projects. With a focus on real estate transactions, Andrea Zubović-Devedžić handles mortgage-backed syndicated loan agreements and privatisation work in complex M&A.Bosnia & Herzegovina > Competition Tier 2
The competition practice at CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers regularly advises on unfair competition and other regionally significant regulations. Jointly led by Andrea Zubović-Devedžić and Indir Osmić, the team advises significant domestic and foreign clients in merger control cases, and other competition aspects of cross-border acquisitions in various sectors including industry, life sciences, and TMT. Nedžida Salihović-Whalen and Ana Terzić are other key members of the team, assisting with transaction-related competition matters.Practice head(s):
Andrea Zubović-Devedžić; Indir Osmić
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘CMS offers a truly market leader service in Bosnia with a team of seasoned legal professionals, who are familiar with the expectations of our business in terms of delivery of advice and project management. The local knowledge brought to the table by CMS’s attorneys has proved to be a valuable asset for our organization.’
Key clients
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P.
Michelin
Medtronic
MID EUROPA Partners
Delhaize BV
Remho Beteiligungs GmbH
Nectar
Fresenius Medical Care
Work highlights
- Advising Michelin on competition law aspects of contractual relationships and distribution schemes in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Advising Akzo Nobel NV on acquisition of shares in the target company, as well as competition aspects in reliance of a complex legislative framework.
- Advising Wagner AG as a shareholder in a local automotive parts producing company on various competition matters regarding its contractual relationships with partners.
Bosnia & Herzegovina > Intellectual property Tier 2
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:
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.
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Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking and finance | Nedžida Salihovic-Whalen | ||
Banking and finance | Andrea Zubovic-Devedžic | ||
M&A | Nedžida Salihovic-Whalen | ||
M&A | Sanja Voloder | ||
Corporate and commercial | Nedžida Salihovic-Whalen | ||
Corporate and commercial | Andrea Zubovic-Devedžic | ||
Real estate and construction | Nedžida Salihovic-Whalen | ||
Real estate and construction | Ana Terzic | ||
Competition, antitrust and EU | Zerina Sulejmanovic | ||
Competition, antitrust and EU | Balta Zlatan | ||
Energy, transportation, infrastructure, PPP | Belma Hodžic | ||
Energy, transportation, infrastructure, PPP | Faruk Hasanspahic | ||
Intellectual property | Nedžida Salihovic-Whalen | ||
Intellectual property | Selma Å ehovic | ||
Labour and employment, pensions | Belma Hodžic | ||
Labour and employment, pensions | Emina Mameledžija | ||
Public procurement, regulatory | Emina Mameledžija | ||
Public procurement, regulatory | Indir Osmic |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Indir Osmić | Indir Osmić is an attorney at law in cooperation with CMS Reich-Rohrwig… | View Profile | |
Ms Nedžida Salihović-Whalen | Nedžida Salihović-Whalen is CEE partner at CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz. She has over… | View Profile | |
Ms Andrea Zubović-Devedžić | Andrea Zubović-Devedžić is an attorney with experience in legal work in Bosnia… | View Profile |
Staff Figures
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