Hall Of Fame

Intellectual property in Bosnia & Herzegovina

Maric & Co Law Firm

Maric & Co Law Firm‘s market leading intellectual property team handles the full range of contentious and non-contentious matters for major domestic and international clients. Handling IP Registry and enforcement cases, ‘true IP expert,’ Anisa Tomić leads the team which is increasingly active on trademark portfolio transfer of rights cases, unjust enrichment, and unpaid claims cases. Specialising in IP litigation, Arijana Hadžiahmetović-Softić represents clients in copyright infringement and related rights litigations before national courts.

Responsables de la pratique:

Anisa Tomic


Autres avocats clés:

Arijana Hadžiahmetović-Softić; Bojana Bošnjak London


Les références

‘The team headed by Anisa Tomic is exceptionally professional and dedicated to client’s needs at any time during the case is still ongoing.’

‘Anisa Tomic is indeed open-minded, direct and client focused no matter the circumstances of the case.’

‘Most reputable and professional law firm in Bosnia, responsive team, great knowledge.’

Principaux clients

Fortenova Group


AGICOA


Tondach Bosna i Hercegovina d.o.o.


CITROEN


AUTOMOBILE PEUGEOT


FRED PERR LIMITED


TURLEN-TURLEN HOLDING SA


VERSACE (GANNI VERSACE S.P.A)


VUITON (LOUIS VUITTON MALEIER SA)


AUDEMARS OIQVET HOLDING SA


ASICS Corporation


ZEGNA(CONSITEX SA)


WELLINGTON(DANIEL WELLINGTON)


ALCON INC


THE POLO-LAUREN COMPANY


KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V


DR.MARTENS INTERNATIONAL TRADING


DIAGEO BRANDS B.V


PUMA SE


RADO UHREN A.G(RADO WATCH CO. LTD) (montres rado S.A)


SAMSUNG ELETRONICS CO.LTD


SAS JEAN CASSEGRAIN


BOTTEGA LUXURY GOODS INTERNATIONAL


SISCO TEXTILES NV


AUGUST STORCK KG


SWAROVSKI


SWATCH AG (SWATCH SA)


TISSOT SA (TISSOT AG) (TISSOT LTD)


TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAJSHA


BIONTECH SE


BEAUTE PRESTIGE INTERNATIONAL


BABYLISS S.A.R.L


VOLKWAGEN AG


(THOMAS) LIMITED


NOVARTIS AG


OMEGA SA


GENEVA LABORATORIES LIMITED


OPEL AUTOMOBILE GMBH


FILA LUXEMBOURG S.A.R.L


SALVATORE FERRAGAMO S.P.A


MATTEL INC


MERCK SHARP& DOHME CORP.


LVMH SWISS MONUFACTORES


LONGINES WATCH CO.


LEVI STRAUSS & CO


KIA MOTORS CU LTD


HYNDAI MOBIS CO.LTD


HUNTER BOOT LTD


BROWN FORMAN FINLAND Ltd


Hublot SE Geneve


Jack Daniels


Pandora S/A


Google LLC


YouTube LLC


Apple Inc.


Belje plus d.o.o.


Mliječna industrija 99 d.o.o.


Sanrio Ltd. Japan


AstraZeneca


Teva Pharmaceuticals


Abbvie Inc.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Google LLC and its subsidiary YouTube LLC.
  • Advised Porsche GmbH and Audi GmbH on practical and regulatory aspects of introducing car connect services.
  • Advised Fortenova Group one of the largest regional FMCG groups on  trademark portfolio transfer of rights and  IP Pledges in national trademark registers.

PETOŠEVIĆ

With offices across the SEE region, PETOŠEVIĆ's Sarajevo office team is spearheaded by intellectual property expert Tarik Prolaz, handling the full range of contentious matters for significant international clients. The team maintains a solid reputation for its representation in litigation, prosecution and enforcement of IP rights, and data protection work. Berina Prolaz is a key contact for customs and administrative proceedings, as well as online trademark infringement cases. Advising cosmetics and fashion industry clients on counterfeit goods is another key strength of the team.

Responsables de la pratique:

Tarik Prolaz


Autres avocats clés:

Berina Prolaz


Les références

‘I worked with Tarik Prolaz and I was completely satisfied of this collaboration. Tarik is a reliable advisor, very precise in explaining the situation.’ 

Principaux dossiers


CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers

CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz D.O.O. in cooperation with local lawyers' IP team stands out for its expertise in trademark registration and protection matters, boasting an impressive roster of domestic and international clients in the consumer goods, entertainment, and tourism sectors. Led by Sanja Voloder with significant assistance from Nedžida Salihović-Whalen, the team regularly advises  on consumer protection, data privacy matters, and represents clients in trademark and patent infringement matters before appropriate authorities. Zlatko Mašović is also recommended.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sanja Voloder


Autres avocats clés:

Nedžida Salihović-Whalen; Zlatko Mašović


Principaux clients

Partner in Pet Food


Naspers


Lilly UK


Interstate Hotels & Resorts Company


J FLORIS


Reckitt Benckiser


Kid’s Festival


ŽITO DD


PODRAVKA


HI Nevena


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising the client, PARTNERS IN PET FOOD in respect of new trademarks registrations and protections.
  • Advising Lactalis, a dairy company, on a trademark and industrial design protection in connection to a new dairy product.
  • Advising J FLORIS in trademark infringement case.

Karanovic & Partners in cooperation with local lawyers

Leveraging ‘regional know-how and experience,’ the intellectual property team at Karanovic & Partners in cooperation with local lawyers regularly represents international clients on various copyright and other IP disputes before the national authorities. Practice head Nihad Sijerčić is highly recommended for full service advisory work expertise, while Nihad Odobašić is a key contact for trademark protection procedures in Bosnia. The ‘savvy,’ team is also well versed in data and license protection work, and management of copyright related rights.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nihad Sijerčić


Autres avocats clés:

Nihad Odobašić


Les références

‘They were able to quickly pick up on a complex case that had business and legal nuance that required immediate attention. They were timely to provide advice and decisive with following up on our instructions.’ 

‘They were excellent at listening to our core needs and understanding our business imperatives.’

‘It should be noted that our business is a very niche and we did not expect any legal firm to have expertise in our domain. They got up to speed really quickly, possibly because they paid close attention to what we described about our domain.’

Principaux clients

Telemach


United Media


Association of cable operators in BH


OBN


e-go


Philip Morris


Henkel


Autodesk


Via Media


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented members of United Group on various copyright issues, including legal representation with the relevant courts and other authorities in copyright and IP disputes.
  • Advising Autodesk on the protection of their licenses in the market of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Advising local marketing companies on IP aspects of a joint venture with a natural cosmetics company.

Law Office Mirna Milanovic-Lalic

Law Office Mirna Milanovic-Lalic is well equipped to handle a range of IP related matters, regularly acting for start-ups, and local and multinational companies on registration and protection of trademarks and administrative proceedings in copyright payment disputes. The firm is also increasingly active on licensing rights and regional legislation relating to IP. With significant experience in litigation, Mirna Milanovic-Lalic jointly leads the team with Jasmina Suljović.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mirna Milanović-Lalić; Jasmina Suljović


Les références

‘We work closely with Mirna Milanovic-Lalic and Jasmina Suljovic. They share a commitment to understanding clients’ unique needs. Also, they build strong client relationships and offer personalized guidance. Their dedication to providing high-quality legal services and achieving the best possible outcomes for clients makes them an essential resource of the firm. ’

‘Proactive approach and very responsive individuals.’

‘Mirna and Jasmina are super dedicated.’

Principaux clients

Association of Filmmakers


Telemach d.o.o.


Pliva d.o.o.


Networks INT d.o.o. Sarajevo


Microsoft, Microsoft Digital Crimes Unit


Diners Club BH d.o.o.


International Organization for Migration


CentralEuropeanFreeTradeAssociation


Principaux dossiers


Law Office Miljkovic & Partners

Amar Bajramović spearheads the IP practice at Law Office Miljkovic & Partners, handling a range of IP related matters including trademark registrations, infringements, and transfer of shares issues. The team’s client roster includes both domestic and international companies.

 

Responsables de la pratique:

Amar Bajramović


Les références

‘In this sector we are collaborating mostly with Amar Bajramović. He is very reputable IP lawyer in the market. Amar is very focused on solving the issue, quite creative and pleasant to work with.’

‘They provide each assignment is treated seriously and by an appropriate seniority and expertise. The team ensures that assignment proceeds expeditiously, and in a professional matter.’ 

‘Staff always reliable and responsive. Deadlines respected! each assignment results with problems solving. ’

Principaux clients

dm drogeriemarkt


LC Waikiki Group


Good Game Global d.o.o.


RCC – Regional Cooperation Council


HTEC


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising drogerie marktregarding the registration of a trademark UVIJEKPOVOLJNO.
  • Advising HTEC Inc in relation to intellectual property aspects in relation to takeover of shares of Mistral technologie.
  • Advising the Regional Cooperation Council regarding the registration of a trademark Balkathon.

Law firm SAJIC

Lauded for being 'innovative' the intellectual property practice at Law firm SAJIC operates from the Banja Luka office, representing corporations and individuals clients  in various IP related proceedings. Managing partner Aleksandar Sajic and Zeljko Vlacic lead the team, which is well versed in trademark protection procedures, protection of rights cases, and patent registration cases. With significant experience in IP law, Igor Letica also handles IP issues arising from acquisitions or the termination of rights.

Responsables de la pratique:

Aleksandar Sajic; Zeljko Vlacic


Autres avocats clés:

Igor Letica


Les références

‘Law firm Sajic is the best team in Bosnia and Hercegovina, always one step before the others, innovative and ready for implementing new ideas and new innovations in the legal processes. The collaboration is excellent, the feedback from the team is on highest professional level, and we can only say that is a real pleasure working with them.’

‘Aleksandar Sajic and the other partners are excellent in their legal practice, open for discussion and collaboration in any field, ready to stay in touch with the new innovations.’ 

Principaux clients

AMUS


RISEN ENERGY


MULTIPROM SKOPJE


BOM IMPEKS d.o.o. Banja Luka


 


Principaux dossiers