Representing domestic and international banks, Marić & Co Law Firm is geared to support on the full array of regulatory, transactional and dispute related matters. The group has in-depth knowledge of the banking and finance sector, and is a key advisor to development finance institutions such as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in its financing transactions. Practice co-head Branko Marić has extensive experience in banking operations and project finance, in addition to complex banking disputes. He leads the team with Nebojša Marić, who handles issues related to banking operations, financing and tax regulations.
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- ‘Marić & Co is one of Bosnia’s largest and oldest multidisciplinary law firms, with exceptional experience. The lawyers are respected for their dedication to the client and their creative legal solutions.’
- ‘The decades-long experience of Branko Marić is invaluable, and he always finds adequate solutions for everything, no matter how complex or intricate it may be. It is a pleasure to cooperate and gain experience with such an expert.’
- ‘What truly sets this practice apart is the combination of bench strength and precision in its advice.’
- ‘The blend of sharp expertise, fresh perspective, and collaborative energy makes them stand out from more traditional competitors.’
- ‘What makes the individuals stand out is their ability to deliver on-point, business-oriented advice paired with remarkable responsiveness, which is of immense value to clients operating in fast-moving markets.’
- ‘Nebojša Marić deserves special mention for his deep expertise in the financial sector and exceptional understanding of the country’s business environment.’
Key clients
- EBRD
- World Bank
- DEG
- European Investment Bank (EIB)
- IFC
- Unicredit Bank London Branch
- Unicredit Bank Mostar
- Intesa Sanpaolo Bank
- Raiffeisen Bank
- ProCredit Bank
- Addiko Bank Sarajevo
- Sparkasse
Work highlights
Advised Unicredit Bank Mostar, Unicredit Banja Luka, Raiffeisen Bank, ProCredit Bank Sarajevo, Addiko Bank Sarajevo, Addiko Bank Banja Luka, and Ziraat Bank in tax cases where the Indirect Taxation Authority of BIH has illegally imposed VAT on the services that Visa and MasterCard provide to the Bosnian Banks.
Advised EBRD on a number of loans granted to local financial institutions and large companies.
Advised Ziraat Bank d.d. Sarajevo and Ziraat Bank Istanbul in collection of the debt from the Bosnian Borrower.
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Nebojša Marić
Practice head
Nebojša Marić; Branko Marić