With an established presence across Eastern Europe, ODI Law Firm offer clients a full-service approach, covering banking and finance, dispute resolution, restructuring and corporate and M&A work with clients noting the firm’s ‘sophisticated, multi-disciplinary expertise’. Expertly led by Uroš Ilić, who heads the firms’ transaction division, supported by Matjaž Jan, whose expertise extends to all commercial and corporate matters and Branko Ilić, who offers a wealth of experience in real estate matters, specifically in cross border Slovenian-Croatian relations. The firm further benefits from Tine Mišic, who is currently operating as the head of the regulatory and compliance department. Primož Mikolič is another key name.
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Testimonials
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- Our go-to firm for all legal issues in Slovenia. Highly professional and qualified. Always managed to deliver very satisfactory work results even in the case of low budget constraints. Uncomplicated and more goal-oriented work than others. The billing team is very organized.
- Tine Misic is our main contact not only for legal issues in Slovenia but also very regularly handles assessments for Croatia, North Macedonia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Kosovo. Besides his exceptional legal skills, he is also a great organizer and an important factor for the whole firm, delivering very satisfactory work results. We would, and have done so in the past, highly recommend contacting Tine for any legal issues in the region!
- ‘In my experience, ODI Law is a capable and reliable local firm with good knowledge of Slovenian banking and finance regulations and the practicalities of local filings and security perfection. The team is responsive, organised, and generally solution-oriented, which makes cross-border work easier to manage. Compared to other Slovenian firms, ODI offers consistent availability and practical input rather than extensive theoretical analysis, which often suits the needs of financing transactions. Their advice is clear and focused on implementation steps.’
- ‘ODI Law is reliable, pragmatic and easy to work with. They focus on providing clear and workable advice, which is particularly important in multi-jurisdictional financing transactions. Communication is efficient, and the team is responsive to tight timelines.
- ‘What I value the most and what brings the most value to our business is the ODILAW team being professional, responsive, accurate and a "one stop shop".
- ‘ODI Law stands out as a client-centric, highly recognised corporate law firm in Southeast Europe. Its extensive regional footprint (multi-jurisdictional presence), cross-border capacities, full-spectrum legal expertise, and innovative, value-driven approach make it a trusted advisor on complex cross-border matters.'
Key clients
- Slovenske železnice (Slovenian Railways)
- TUŠ / A1
- EnergoPro
- Dan John
- Greco
- Netfys Pharma
Work highlights
Advised long-standing client Tuš Holding and AH Invest 1 on the sale of their shares in retailer ENGROTUŠ - to competitor Mercator.
Acted as lead counsel to GrECo Holding in its planned acquisition of SIPOS, a regulated Slovenian insurance brokerage firm, supporting the client’s expansion in the Slovenian market.
Advised Netfys Pharma on the Slovenian aspects of its acquisition of DDL, a regional distributor of pet food and animal wellbeing products.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Uroš Ilić
Other key lawyers
Matjaž Jan; Branko Ilić; Tine Mišic