‘Deep understanding of legal matters and knowledge of local banks‘ procedures and requirements.’

‘Relja Rajković – superb knowledge and delivery.‘

‘Madirazza&Partners‘ team delivers exceptional client service, characterised by their technical proficiency and client-oriented approach. Their key strengths include their deep industry knowledge, they are skilled negotiators, achieving favourable terms and conditions for clients in complex transactions, they prioritise client needs and ensure all aspects of transactions are executed flawlessly.’

‘Tatjana Radmilović: A trusted adviser known for her proactive mindset and meticulous attention to detail. Highly knowledgeable, known for her responsiveness and ability to handle complex transactions efficiently. Marinka Kovačić: skilled in banking and finance law, with strong negotiation skills.‘

‘The team at Madirazza & Partners is highly professional, pragmatic, and commercially focused. They quickly understand complex banking and finance matters and provide practical, strategic solutions. They have facilitated large-scale project financing deals with multiple stakeholders and financial institutions, and are responsive, collaborative, and efficient, combining deep legal expertise with strong commercial insight.’

‘This practice stands out for combining deep subject-matter expertise with a pragmatic, client-focused approach that delivers tailored solutions. Clients value the team’s strengths in cross-disciplinary collaboration, strong track record in complex matters, and commitment to aligning legal or advisory strategies with business objectives.’

‘The team is highly dedicated and suitable for both routine large-scale projects and complex out-of the box solutions. From the partner mix down to associate level, they cut across any challenge.’

‘Lucija Rončević stands out as a proactive, responsive, and competent senior associate. Frano Belohradsky excels at out-of-the-box solutions.’

‘Worked with Sanja Tkalec Kovač and Tomislav Pedišić, both have provided great work, excellent results integrating into our goals.’

‘You can rely on them for specialist and complex projects in the field of banking, such as regulatory capital issues, bond issues, and cross-border custody work. Added value is that they possess in-depth knowledge of data protection and digital law and internal processes of the bank.‘

‚Tea Cerinski is very responsive and excels in matters concerning consumer protection, digital law, financial regulation, and corporate law.‘

‘The team combines deep regulatory expertise with a strong commercial and technological understanding of the fintech ecosystem. The team is uniquely positioned across emerging Europe, offering clients seamless cross-border support with local insight. Clients appreciate the team’s pragmatic, business-focused approach, strong ties with regulators, and responsiveness. Compared to other firms, they deliver international-quality advice with regional agility and cost efficiency. Recent innovations include flexible billing models tailored to fintech start-ups, cross-border task forces for digital finance, and a strong focus on diversity and interdisciplinary collaboration across legal, tech, and compliance functions.’

‘I have worked closely with Andrej Skljarov and Edin Karakaš, both of whom stand out for their responsiveness, technical precision, and commercial awareness. They are available, well-prepared, and quick to grasp complex regulatory and transactional issues — a quality that clearly distinguishes them from competitors. Their ability to combine local legal insight with a cross-border mindset is particularly valuable in fintech and financial regulation matters. I have especially appreciated their practical, solution-driven approach and their seamless coordination with international teams.’

‘What makes BDV different is the trust they build with clients over many years. They know our industry inside out, anticipate issues before they arise, and provide clear strategic guidance in both banking & finance and tax matters. They are an experienced and knowledgeable team.’

‘BDV stands out for its expertise and professionalism in banking and finance. With extensive experience, the team handles even the most complex matters with precision and efficiency. What sets BDV apart is the continuous support they provide throughout the legal process—working closely with clients and delivering tailored solutions. Their flexibility and ability to adapt quickly to clients’ specific needs make them a trusted partner.’

‘Our main contact at BDV for banking and finance is Vladimir Batarelo. He combines professionalism with exceptional responsiveness. Even in complex cases, Vladimir provides practical and cost-efficient advice that is clear and actionable. His collaborative approach and dedication make him a trusted partner, consistently focused on achieving the best results for clients.’

‘For me, it’s the combination of deep legal knowledge and practical business sense. Branko Skerlev and his team not only know the law inside out, but they also understand what really matters in negotiations and strategy. They stand out because they are always precise, strategic, and absolutely committed.‘

‘Branko Skerlev stands out as an exceptional person and a lawyer.‘

‘In-depth knowledge of financial markets and regulation that helps a long way in obtaining financial licences. Flexibility of the team. Well executed document preparation to the regulators.’

‘Their broad knowledge of industry and finance enables them to apply legal expertise and protect clients in the best possible way. Out of the box thinking, deal-oriented, and easy to work with.’

‘Zvonimir Buterin – a strong focus on protecting the client while at the same time understanding the broad picture and views of the other side and working to align interests, while his client is always protected.’

‘They have enough knowledge and capacity to cover the majority of areas in the financial sector.’

‘Superb combination of expertise and service.‘

‘Great availability and capabilities as well as industry knowledge.’

‘Available and a pleasure to work with.‘ 

‘Very strong partner (Martina Prpić) that applies a very pragmatic approach to her work. Very responsive and good legal advice.‘ 

‘Experienced, knowledgeable, well-organised, and a pleasure to work with.’

‘Danijela Simeunović is a very reliable partner. Again, a pleasure to work with.’

‚Dedication.’

‘Ability to push through.’

‘Highly dedicated lawyers with deep legal expertise.’

‘Client-First. Always.‘

‚Approachable in style. Unmatched in delivery.‘

‘Vjekoslav Ivančić embodies the client-first ethos in everything he does. With a sharp ability to cut straight to the heart of the matter, he communicates with clarity and ease — delivering insights in a way that feels natural, approachable, and effortless.’

‘The Wolf Theiss Croatia Team distinguishes itself through its deep market insight, pragmatic advice, and a client-focused attitude. I particularly appreciate their transparent communication, professionalism, and availability.’

‘The professionals I have collaborated with in Wolf Theiss Croatia are proactive and solution oriented. I highly value their responsiveness, clear guidance, and ability to anticipate issues before they arise, which made our cooperation effective and pleasant.’

‘They were efficient, responsive, and easy to coordinate with. Communications were clear and timely, and they delivered what was needed without delay or unnecessary complication. From my experience, their approach was pragmatic and well-organized—qualities that make a real difference when time and clarity matter. I appreciated the smooth handling of the transaction and would be comfortable recommending them on that basis.’

‘What makes this law firm unique is its ability to combine outstanding legal expertise with a client-oriented approach. The team stands out for its multidisciplinary knowledge and its ability to handle even the most complex matters with precision and timeliness, always providing clear, practical, and tailored solutions.‘

‚Compared to other firms, its strength lies not only in the quality of its legal skills but also in the consistent focus on building long-term relationships of trust with clients, based on transparency, availability, and proactivity. The team’s collaborative approach ensures coordinated case management, resulting in maximum efficiency and consistency in the strategies adopted.‘

‘The team is very skilled, professional, responsive, experienced, and solution-oriented. They have strong legal knowledge and provide excellent legal support. It is a real pleasure to work with them.’

‘Both Matea Gospić Plazina and Lana Štojs are very skilled, supportive, agile, committed, and is very pleasant to work with. They both have strong legal knowledge, provide pragmatic legal advice,, and are therefore highly recommended from my side.‘

‘The team proved to be the go-to boutique law firm for banking, finance, and M&A. They concentrate on crucial details and always have the client’s goal in focus. They justified the boutique approach – the partners are always included in each milestone of the transaction, unlike with other local law firms.’

‘Gugić, Kovačić & Krivić is distinguished by its exceptional professionalism, reliability, and deep industry knowledge. What sets the practice apart is the team’s ability to provide tailored, business-oriented solutions that go beyond purely legal analysis. Their responsiveness and efficiency make them a trusted partner, especially in time-sensitive transactions. Potential clients would value their clear communication, commercial awareness, and the reassurance that every matter is handled with great care and precision.’

‘Damjan Krivić and Inga Paripović stand out as exceptional advisors. What differentiates them from competitors is their ability to combine technical legal expertise with a practical, solution-oriented mindset. They are always approachable, responsive, and precise in their guidance, which makes working with them both effective and reassuring. We especially value their commitment, clarity in communication, and their ability to simplify even the most complex financial and regulatory matters. Their professionalism, reliability, and genuine interest in understanding our business needs set them apart, and we have full confidence in the quality of their advice.’

‘Gugić, Kovačić & Krivić’s law firm stands out for its professionalism, efficiency, and ability to deliver clear and practical advice even in complex matters. What makes the practice unique is their client-focused approach and responsiveness – they are available, quick to react, and able to anticipate potential issues before they arise.‘

‘The law firm has a large and experienced team, much wider in scope than their competitors. They regularly assign several partners to a matter which requires more than one area of expertise. The team includes a combination of very senior partners and ambitious younger colleagues.’

‘Tin Težak advised us in a corporate financing regarding a joint venture project. He also demonstrated his understanding of financial matters while assisting us with a complex procedure of share capital decrease which needed to achieve several aims. He was very involved and innovative in his approach.’

‘The team has many knowledgeable individuals who are experts in their field, making them reliable. They also understand the commercial side very well and therefore provide very precise and applicable solutions. Their advice helped us in resolving very difficult situations and avoiding disputes.’

‘Law office Žarković is fast, reliable, and accurate. Always providing solutions (trying to find an optimal solution for us).’

‘They have adopted our way of working and fit into our organisation perfectly!’

‘A highly qualified team, available, and quick to respond. Answers that are easy to understand for professionals and clients unfamiliar with Croatian law.’

‘Delivery of work on time even if short deadline. Raising the right questions and queries.‘

‚Adaptability to different requirements and regulations.‘

‚Providing advice for legal matters to complete transactions within the Croatian Market.’

‘High professional knowledge on a wide range of legal risks connected to corporate business. Availability to understand the client’s position and needs, and full transparency in keeping the client updated on litigations or extra-judicial proceedings’ developments. Strong cooperation among members of the practice.’

‘Well-experienced team with a high level of competency in different legal areas. The lawyers are at the client’s disposal all the time, especially in the critical phases of transactions in which they provide the legal support. The team is capable of providing services in a wide spectrum of legal services.‘ 

‘Strong focus on the matter and highest competencies for the legal matters. Full transparency with timely feedback on all issues of our interest.’