SOG in cooperation with Kinstellar’s practice, led by Olga Šipka, advises on merger control, antitrust conduct and state aid matters. It also handles behavioural and structural reviews, restrictive-agreement analysis, cross-border mandates, compliance programmes and upfront competition risk assessments. The team is well-regarded for its 'exceptional client service and deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.'
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Kinstellar Competition Law team in Serbia has deep expertise, and ability to deliver pragmatic, solution-oriented advice in highly regulated and complex matters.'
- 'What makes the team stand out is the combination of technical excellence and an approachable, client-focused style that helps businesses navigate both local competition law frameworks with confidence.'
- 'The practice is particularly strong in merger control, with an excellent track record Competition Authorities. We extremely value their responsiveness and ability on complex competition law concepts.'
- 'Olga Šipka is the key practitioner leading the practice and widely regarded as one of the leading competition law expert in Serbia. She is not only technically excellent but also a persuasive speaker before the authorities. She is particularly strong at spotting potential issues in merger control or antitrust cases well before they arise, and at crafting solutions that balance strict legal compliance with commercial goals.'
- ‘Kinstellar’s competition practice stands out for its coverage across CEE/SEE jurisdictions, offering clients consistent, coordinated advice on complex multi-jurisdictional merger control, cartels, abuse of dominance, and state aid matters. We value the team’s practical, business-focused approach and strong regulator relationships.’
- ‘The practice stands out for its exceptional client service, pragmatic approach, and deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.'
Key clients
- E& PPF TELECOM GROUP
- MASTERCARD
- BEVERAGE PRODUCERS ASSOCIATION
- MOL
- ALTEO
- STRABAG
- ALFI SKADI
- DC BLED
- ZENTIVA PHARM
- BAMBI A.D. (A COCA - COLA COMPANY)
Work highlights
Advised E&PPF TELECOM GROUP on the acquisition of United Group’s subsidiary - SBB, a leading cable operator in Serbia.
Advised Bambi in navigating competition matters and challenges at the time production was disrupted due to a factory fire.
Advising Mastercard in an eight-year-long ex officio antitrust proceeding before the Serbian Commission Authority (SCA).
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Olga Šipka
Other key lawyers
Aleksandra Radović; Nadežda Miljanović