Projects and energy

JPM & Partners

JPM & Partners' six-strong department in Belgrade fields experts in the gamut of energy and natural resources issues. Highly experienced in natural gas, renewable energy and mining matters, the team is regularly involved in significant project financings, public-private partnerships, concessions and foreign direct investments. Advising across the spectrum of projects and energy work, Jelena Gazivoda assists with complex regulatory matters and transactions; Nikola Đorđević is a highly-regarded energy law specialist; and Ivan Petrović ‘can be relied on for complex construction work’. Marko Mrdja and Marija Vukčević are also key team members.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘JPM & Partners is by far the best law firm for energy matters in Serbia. They can do what other law firms in Serbia cannot, as they combine good knowledge of the industry with a commercial view of the deal.’
‘Appreciated for their knowledge and they are goal driven - clear, concise and comprehensive in their advice. In addition to their legal skills they are great people to cooperate with.’
‘Everything goes smoothly and everything is always resolved in a reliable manner.’
‘Great as individuals, but they also act as a strong and versatile team. Clients can fully rely on them for everything they need.'
‘Jelena Gazivoda is very educated, skilled and professional. She is highly appreciated. Excellent knowledge of the industry and clients’ business and needs.’
‘Nikola Đorđević is a very valuable team member. He is hard-working and dedicated to details. He also knows the industry and clients’ business. Very persistent and detailed.’
‘Ivan Petrović can be relied on for complex construction work, as well as issues requiring experience, patience and tolerance. His deliverables are always at a high level.’
‘Marko Mrdja is very hard-working and dedicated.’

Key clients

Transportgas dooo Novi Sad
Banatski Dvor underground natural gas storage facility
Gastrans
Srbijagas
Gazprom
South Stream

Work highlights

Advising Transportgas on the legal and operational aspects of an interconnection agreement with Bulgarian natural gas transmission operator Bulgartransgaz.
Advising the Banatski Dvor underground gas storage facility on its natural gas storage expansion.
Advising Gastrans on the preparation of the Gastrans Network Code, to be aligned with the European Union Natural Gas Network Codes.

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