SOG in cooperation with Kinstellar advises on the full spectrum of employment matters, including restructurings, contract frameworks, dismissals and compliance issues. The practice is led by Milan Samardžić, whose work often intersects with corporate and transactional mandates, while Srna Popović plays a central role in day-to-day advisory and sensitive HR matters.
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Testimonials
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- We value the involvement of Partner Milan Samardžić at key decision points (dismissal strategy, settlement posture, communications). Srna Popović delivers clear, defensible solutions and keeps stakeholders aligned.
- SOG is operationally minded and fast to convert legal requirements into actionable steps for HR managers. Their advice is concise, prioritized, and anchored to business risk—fewer academic memos. The team integrates smoothly with international counsel and in-house HR/Legal, adopting global playbooks while safeguarding local compliance. Budgets are realistic; updates are disciplined and readable; and they handle urgent matters with steady, level-headed communication.
- ‘The SOG Kinstellar employment team combines outstanding technical knowledge with an instinct for practical, business-focused advice. They are quick to respond, proactive in identifying risks, and solutions-oriented rather than purely academic. What I particularly value is that they have a strong understanding of, and dedicate special attention to, the deadlines set by government authorities, which is of crucial importance for immigration procedures. Even though we have worked together only on employment and immigration matters, the team views employment law through the lens of its connection with other legal areas, ensuring a comprehensive and well-rounded approach.’
- ‘As individuals, they always strive to meet the client’s needs and requirements, while ensuring long-term sustainability of the business. They are always pleasant to work with, show genuine commitment to every collaboration, listen carefully to client needs, and deliver solutions of the highest quality in a timely matter. Srna Popović is evidently an expert in the field.’
- ‘The team is exceptional. They are knowledgeable, responsive, and truly client-focused.'
Key clients
- Rivian and Volkswagen Group
- e& PPF Telecom Group
- Main Capital Partners
- Microsoft
- Etihad Airways
- Puratos
- FCC Group
- Transperfect Translations
- Zendesk
- Fivetran
- Dubai National Air Transport Association (Dnata)
- DB Schenker
Work highlights
Advised (Volkswagen Group) Volkswagen Group in connection with the funding of its joint venture with Rivian, a transaction valued at up to $5.8bn.
Advised (e& PPF Telecom Group), a telecom provider in Central and South-eastern Europe, part of the global Emirati-based telecom operator e&, with Czech Group PPF, on the acquisition of United Group’s subsidiary - SBB Beograd, a cable operator in Serbia.
Advised Microsoft, the American multinational technology corporation and global leader in software, services, and solutions on aligning Microsoft's global employment framework with the nuanced requirements of Serbian labour law.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Milan Samardžić
Other key lawyers
Srna Popović