Boga & Associates offers ‘high-level expertise and unwavering dedication’ across corporate, commercial, banking and finance, regulatory compliance, IP, real estate and litigation. Practice head Genc Boga is a trusted advisor of banks, financial institutions, and companies operating in the energy, infrastructure, and communications sectors. Sokol Elmazaj works on major energy transactions relating to energy production, distribution, and regulation. Alketa Uruci is also skilled in energy and concession matters, particularly in relation to regulatory, corporate, and commercial issues. Renata Leka has commercial, regulatory, and project finance expertise. Gerhard Velaj is a key disputes lawyer, covering litigation and arbitration.

CMS’ Albanian presence offers a plethora of legal areas, including corporate and M&A, banking and finance, energy, IP, concessions, tax, and employment. The office is also home to a growing TMT practice. Managing partner Mirko Daidone is best known for advising national and international clients on corporate, banking, and competition matters, but he also heads the employment, commercial and insurance departments. Evis Zaja co-heads the competition team and is knowledgeable in corporate, banking and finance, IP, and data protection. Besnik Duraj leads the litigation department with additional expertise in corporate, projects and public law, real estate and construction.

At the heart of Frost & Fire Consulting is a team of ‘incredibly dedicated professionals who are always ready to help’ with issues related to competition law, corporate and M&A, banking and finance, procurement, real estate, government relations and more. Managing partner Rezart Spahia supports businesses, investors, and developers with project financing, investments and joint ventures, and real estate developments. Corporate specialist Reshard Këlliçi advises international and local clients with a focus on the energy and natural resources sectors. Alfred Rushaj is experienced in the public and private sectors, and is also a key name for concessions and privatisation matters.

Hoxha, Memi & Hoxha’s ‘hands-on’ team has a history of advising notable banks, financial institutions, and global companies with corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, energy and infrastructure, and IP concerns. The practice is headed by Shpati Hoxha, who focuses on corporate, trade and competition, IP, and disputes; Andi Memi, who counts corporate, banking, insurance, and tax amongst his strengths; and Eris Hoxha, who is skilled in public, international, and EU law. Hoxha’s recent cases have involved the construction of power plants, PPP projects, and the award of fuel concessions. The practice also benefits from Selena Ymeri ‘s expertise in financing projects, M&A, and employment and commercial contracts.

KALO & ASSOCIATES has a ‘proven track record in navigating complex transactions’ in corporate and M&A, banking and finance, aviation, and energy and natural resources. The firm also has expertise in PPP projects and project financing. Aigest Milo co-heads the practice and the tax and finance team, with a banking practice that includes asset financing work. Fellow co-head Eni Kalo leads the IP department; her specialisms include trademarks, patents, and copyright law as well as the drafting and reviewing of commercial contracts. Recently promoted partner Olsi Çoku is also frequently involved in corporate and finance matters.

Wolf Theiss counts banking and finance, corporate and M&A, competition and regulatory, and litigation among its key specialisms. Its ‘highly skilled and professional’ team has particular strength in cross-border and financing transactions. Moreover, its clientele comprises major investors and large companies operating across core Albanian sectors such as real estate, oil and gas, banking, and telecoms. Managing partner Sokol Nako, supported by Denis Selimi, advises clients in these industries with his corporate, banking, and tax expertise.

CR Partners in cooperation with Karanovic & Partners’ strengths include commercial, corporate, M&A, competition, and concession projects. The practice is led by Anisa Rrumbullaku, who displays ‘deep knowledge and quick engagement’ in commercial, corporate, and M&A; and Alban Çaushi, who concentrates on energy, infrastructure, telecoms, real estate, employment, and dispute resolution.

Renowned for its global presence, Deloitte Kosova L.L.C draws on its broader network, enabling ‘access to multidisciplinary expertise when necessary.’ The Albanian office’s areas of expertise include banking and finance, corporate and M&A, renewable energy, and administrative and public law. Practice head Ened Topi is well-versed in project and corporate finance, M&A, construction, employment, IP and data protection. Topi is supported by seasoned litigator Erlind Kodhelaj. Sabina Lalaj recently left the firm.

 

Halimi Law & Tax works across various sectors, including corporate, tax advisory, and dispute resolution. Led by managing partner, Eduard Halimi, the firm advises national and international businesses, as well as public and political individuals in Albania. Competition specialist Arlind Ahmetaj focuses on the hydrocarbon sector and has represented many companies during arbitration proceedings.

 

Qirjako | Attorneys at Law is proficient in several areas including commercial, administrative, property, and dispute resolution. It also has an in-depth understanding of multiple industries including banking, telecoms, and mining. Firm founder and co-head Evelina Qirjako is a civil and administrative expert, who possesses considerable domestic and international arbitration experience. Erind Troka and Enkeleda Pirushi are fellow practice co-heads.

Boutique law firm ShukeLaw offers an ‘uncommon personal touch’ to its clients’ matters and its offerings include commercial, corporate, and M&A, commercial dispute resolution and arbitration, project finance and concessions, as well as employment and real estate. Practice head Enyal Shuke, supported by Jerina Lengu, has capabilities in M&A, corporate governance and joint ventures.