The practice at Schoenherr in cooperation with Croatian lawyers is led by Vice Mandarić, who is known for advising on disputes in the banking, logistics, pharma and construction sectors. The team regularly handles banking litigation, which includes acting on cross-border enforcement proceedings and debt collection matters. It is also known for acting on labour disputes in the tourism sector. In February 2025, Sven Sušanj joined the team and regularly supports with land disputes, representing clients in administrative court proceedings.
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- ‘Individual lawyers we worked with were strongly focused on the matter with the highest competence for the legal matters which were of our interest.'
- 'Full transparency with timely feedback on all issues.’
- ‘The whole team deserves much recognition. They are highly professional, responsive, and perfectly coordinated. Every interaction, whether with assistants, associates, or support staff, was handled with efficiency, clarity, and care.’
- 'Well-experienced team with a high level of competence in different legal areas. The team is capable of providing a wide spectrum of legal services.'
- ‘Outstanding legal support in dispute resolution.'
Key clients
- NUFARM GmbH & Co.KG
- JAP 1921 d.o.o.
- PHILIP MORRIS
- B.S.A. International S.A
- JOHNSON & JOHNSON S.E.
- DS SMITH UNIJAPAPIR CROATIA
- ALCA ZAGREB
- Daimler AG
- Privredna banka Zagreb d.d.
- FACC
- GASFIN S.A.
Work highlights
Advised B.S.A. INTERNATIONAL (Lactalis group) in a dispute with former minority shareholders.
Advised Privredna banka Zagreb d.d. in multiple litigation in which consumers are claiming breach of their consumer rights in relation to the CHF denominated loans.
Representing Johnson & Johnson in a dispute related to spin-off of one unit labour dispute.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Vice Mandarić
Other key lawyers
Sven Sušanj