Polenak Law Firm advises across corporate, banking, finance, and commercial law, combining transactional capability with a strong understanding of North Macedonia’s regulatory framework. The team is active in complex financings, mergers, and compliance matters, supporting both international financial institutions and leading domestic corporates. The five-partner team is jointly led by Kristijan Polenak, who oversees the firm’s banking and finance work, and Tatjana Shishkovska, who focuses on corporate and transactional mandates. Metodija Velkov handles competition, regulatory, and data protection issues, Aleksandar Dimic leads on litigation and real estate, while Tanja Polenak handles employment law.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very responsive local counsel provide clear, concise advice on local law requirements. Responses are timely and show overall awareness of transactions. They have a very efficient approach to transactions which is helpful.’
- ‘Approachable, knowledgeable and clear. We've worked with them on two transactions recently and would note them as advisors of choice in the region that they operate.’
- ‘A cohesive and well-balanced team. The whole practice does not depend purely on attention of the top 1-2 partners/top lawyers. Deep knowledge and good understanding of latest legislative changes and updates, as well as creativity in coming us with elegant solutions within the existing legal and contractual framework. ’
- ‘Kristian Polenak is always personally attentive and available for general discussion, advice or just brainstorming on ongoing issues and challenges. Going out of his way to creatively come up with solutions and suggestions on how to address complex situations.’
- ‘Very responsive and knowledgable, Great assistance when needed’
- ‘Kristijan Polenak is an excellent lawyer who is always there when you need him. He gives great strategic advice. It is fun to work with him, also on a personal level. ’
Key clients
- Adient
- Aptiv
- Inditex
- Johnson Matthey
- Joyson Safety Systems
- Global Special Opportunities Fund
- Philip Morris
- Deutsche Telekom Group
- Cevahir Holding
- MAGNA Automotive Europe GmbH
- LC Waikiki
- Leopold Kostal GmbH
Work highlights
Advising the EBRD on a €20m risk sharing facility with a local commercial bank.
Advised the Vienna Insurance Group AG in relation to the merger of its subsidiaries in North Macedonia.
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Practice head
Kristijan Polenak; Tatjana Shishkovska; Metodija Velkov; Tanja Polenak; Aleksandar Dimic