BDV Law Firm LLP routinely advises clients spanning areas consisting of the technology, media, retail and energy sectors. It is known for handling both cross-border and domestic competition law mandates. Laurenz Vuchetich and Tomislav Sadrić co-lead the team, which is praised for its ‘deep experience in EU and competition law’. Vuchetich specialises in merger control and merger filings and advises clients on unfair trading practices. Sadrić has experience repaneresenting clients in cross-border administrative disputes before the Croatian Competition Agency.
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Testimonials
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- ‘BDV team excels at risk assessment and regulatory compliance, but what truly sets them apart is their ability to find workable solutions that balance legal requirements with business objectives. They stay current with evolving EU regulations and competition authority decisions, providing us with timely and relevant guidance.’
- ‘Laurenz Vuchetich provided us with invaluable counsel on complex EU and competition law matters, demonstrating exceptional expertise in this specialized field. His understanding of both EU regulatory frameworks and competition principles is comprehensive, and he navigates these intricate areas with remarkable clarity.'
- ‘The team has deep experience in EU and competition law, particularly in highly regulated sectors such as retail and food supply. They are quick, thorough, and always explain complex regulations in a way that makes sense for our business. We value their ability to combine legal precision with pragmatic advice; they are approachable, responsive, and easy to work with.’
- ‘Laurenz Vuchetich is highly knowledgeable and always focused on practical outcomes. He is excellent at guiding us through regulatory processes and explaining our options clearly. His advice is always to the point and helps us make confident business decisions. Tomislav Sadrić is very detail-oriented and precise, but at the same time pragmatic. He is thorough in his analysis and makes sure every angle is covered, which gives us a lot of confidence. We value his calm, clear way of working.'
Key clients
- Rimac Technology d.o.o.
- INA - Industrija nafte d.d.
- Digital First d.o.o.
- Telegram Media Group
- Franck d.d.
- Lumiss d.o.o.
- Levantada d.o.o.
- Vatel d.o.o.
- Avelant d.o.o.
- Motovun Municipality
- Motovun Park
- Hidrostres d.o.o.
Work highlights
Advising Franck d.d. on submitting an application to the Croatian Competition Agency (AZTN) concerning a breach of the Act on the Prohibition of Unfair Trading Practices in the Food Supply Chain by Tommy, one of the leading retail chains in Croatia.
Advised Rimac Technology in a transaction conducted through a public tender procedure for the acquisition of ownership rights over a large land complex accommodating its key research and manufacturing facilities.
Advising Telegram Media Group on merger control aspects before the Croatian Competition Authority concerning its acquisition of four companies forming a leading FM radio service provider.
Practice head
Laurenz Vuchetich; Tomislav Sadrić