Employment in Croatia

Babic & Partners Law Firm

Babic & Partners Law Firm offers ‘impeccable’ advice to major domestic and international clients on regional and multi-jurisdictional employment matters. The firm's broad practice is led by Marija Gregorić, who has experience across a broad range of sectors, including technology, pharmaceutical and retail, advising on individual terminations, collective redundancies and general employment grievance issues, including litigation. Iva Basarić handles employee share offering programs, while Matija Skender assists on all major cases, including remote work arrangements and unjust terminational mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marija Gregorić


Autres avocats clés:

Iva Basarić; Matija Skender


Les références

‘Marija Gregorić stands out for her understanding of business needs and practical advice. We highly appreciate working with her.’

‘Babic & Partners combine excellent knowledge of the local law but combine it with an advanced business mindset which is crucial when co operating with multi-national companies. Their inputs are always clear, concrete and business oriented.’ 

‘Marija Gregorić has excellent knowledge of labour law matters and a business-oriented approach. Her replies are clear, accurate and always aligned with the company’s approach.’

Bardek, Lisac, Mušec, Skoko in association with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz Rechtsanwälte GmbH (Austria)

Boasting a roster of major domestic and international clients, the team at Bardek, Lisac, Mušec, Skoko in association with CMS Reich-Rohrwig Hainz Rechtsanwälte GmbH (Austria) advises on the full range of employment advisory mandates. Team head Mia Kalajdžić handles transactional and restructuring matters, employee agreements and terminations, as well as collective bargaining issues, while Ana-Marija Skoko assists with senior executive appointments and departures, terminations and settlements for national corporate organisations and private individuals. The team also continues to provide comprehensive employment restructuring support to a major international airline. Tamara Jelić Kazić advises on tax-related international transactional work.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mia Kalajdžić


Autres avocats clés:

Ana-Marija Skoko; Tamara Jelić-Kazić


Les références

‘Excellent and very competent legal advice, focused on providing essential and extremely professional support. Very result-oriented and to the client’s advantage.’

‘Highly professional lawyers who provide trustful communication and advice.’

‘They are extremely knowledgeable, professional, commercially aware, technologically advanced and respond quickly to inquiries.’

Principaux clients

Yildirim Holding


ArisGlobal LLC


Amgen


B2 Holding ASA


Qatar Airways Group Q.C.S.C


Bauhaus


Lauda Europe


Becton Dickinson Croatia


Weber Escal d.o.o.


Carl Zeiss


Principaux dossiers


  • Providing Yildirim with transactional employment related support and continued with advising with full scope employment related services connected with the acquisition of Croatia’s leading fertiliser manufacturer.
  • Offering complete transactional and post-transactional support to Aris Global during this multi-jurisdictional the acquisition of a global provider of software for quality and safety solutions in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector.
  • Providing ongoing support to Amgen, including reviewing employment documents, amending policies and annexes, guiding data protection compliance, advising on ESOP plans, assisting with mutual termination agreements, addressing employee issues, and reviewing and amending internal employment regulations .

Divjak Topic Bahtijarevic & Krka

Divjak Topic Bahtijarevic & Krka stands out for its full-service advisory offering, handling a broad range of labour and employment mandates. Praised as a ‘a cunning lawyer with sound knowledge’, practice leader Andrej Zmikic advises on labour compliance issues, transfer of employment contracts and occupational safety matters. The termination of employment and payment of benefits is another core strength of the team. Frequently handling litigation cases, Jasna Belčić advises on collective redundancies, restructurings and statutory changes, and Andrija Duvnjak is another key contact in the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Andrej Žmikić


Autres avocats clés:

Jasna Belčić; Andrija Duvjnak


Les références

‘Local expertise. Friendly and professional during difficult tasks.’

‘Reactive and good strategic thinking.’

‘Andrej Žmikić is a cunning lawyer with sound knowledge of labour law and good strategic instincts.’

Principaux clients

Heineken


Douglas


Marsh & McLennan


Willis Towers Watson


Align Technology


Entain, Looping Group, Possehl Digital etc.


Mamic Peric Reberski Rimac Law Firm LLC

The ‘excellent team’ at Mamic Peric Reberski Rimac Law Firm LLC regularly advises major international companies on the full range of day-to-day employment matters, arising out of multiple sectors including energy, infrastructure and transport. The practice also assists domestic clients with employment rights and cases concerning the termination of employment agreements, in addition to related litigation. Nikola Kokot leads the team and frequently advises on trade union matters, collective bargaining, and health and safety regulation issues. Noted for his handling of procedural formalities of Croatian labour proceedings, Vladimir Mamic is another key member of the team.

Responsables de la pratique:

Nikola Kokot


Autres avocats clés:

Vladimir Mamic


Les références

‘An excellent team with wide coverage. Competent and collaborative.’

‘Professionalism, communication, availability, focus and dedication.’

Principaux clients

L’Oréal


Dalekovod jsc


Jadrolinija


M+ Group


Pepco Croatia d.o.o.


Train Hungary Magánvasút Kft.


TUI Group


McKinsey & Company


GITONE Kvarner d.o.o.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising a number of member companies of M+ Group, including full day-to-day legal support in various highly complex issues, including corporate governance matters, in-depth legal analyses of applicable regulatory framework, and HR issues.
  • Advising the local subsidiary of McKinsey & Company, Inc. Adriatic  in numerous issues relating to labour and employment law including employment contracts, offers, internal rulebooks and decisions.

Wolf Theiss

With strength in its extensive regional coverage and robust local presence, Wolf Theiss’ team handles a wide range of employment and compliance mandates. Dora Gaži Kovačević leads the practice and advises on major corporate restructurings, management hiring and exist strategies, as well as providing general advice on labour law compliance issues. A ‘true expert’, Ira Perić-Ostojić handles union negotiations and HR restructuring strategies, while Berislav Drašković provides international clients with day-to-day employment-related advice on matters concerning cross-border transfer terminations.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dora Gaži Kovačević


Autres avocats clés:

Ira Perić-Ostojić; Berislav Drašković


Les références

‘Ira Perić-Ostojić is a true expert in Croatian labour law and a true market leader. Her advice is reliable, fast, efficient and solution-oriented.’

‘Ira Perić-Ostojić has unparalleled experience in employment and labour matters and has been regularly advising us in all aspects of HR and labour law matters such as all day-to-day general labour law advice.’

‘Berislav Drašković is very knowledgeable, solution-oriented and reliable.’

Principaux clients

Cambridge Mobile Telematics


TaskUs


ALSO Holding


ROCA Croatia


Arthrex


Mosaic Group


Mews


Teleperformance


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising ROCA on the shut down of their production facility in Croatia, which resulted in the termination of more than 250 employees, as well as on all other related labour law issues.
  • Advising TaskUs Inc. on the acquisition of a Croatian provider of outsourced specialised services as well as on the related employment law matters such as management and compliance issues.
  • Advising Mosaic Group in the process of setting up their new operations in Croatia, including all employment and immigration matters.

Žuric i Partneri in cooperation with Kinstellar

Žuric i Partneri in cooperation with Kinstellar’s employment team boasts a ‘deep understanding of the intricacies of employment law’ and an impressive client roster, including major domestic banks, tobacco companies and trade unions. The team’s scope of work also includes employment termination and redundancies, outsourcing, and collective bargaining matters. Litigation expert Miroslav Plašćar leads the team and frequently represents banking clients in employment-related mandates, advising on the full range of employment legislation issues. Vedran Kopilovic handles employment remuneration schemes, dismissals and corporate reorganisations, and Zrinka Ivanković is another key contact in the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Miroslav Plašćar


Autres avocats clés:

Vedran Kopilovic; Zrinka Ivanković; Andrijana Kaštelan


Les références

‘The team is consistently proactive, responsive, and precise in their provision of information. They maintain ongoing communication.’

‘Zrinka Ivanković is exceptionally responsive and competent.’

‘What makes Žuric i Partneri’s employment practice unique is their deep understanding of the intricacies of employment law and their commitment to delivering tailored solutions to their clients. Their team’s strengths lie in their extensive knowledge of labour regulations, their ability to provide strategic advice, and their exceptional client service.’

Principaux clients

OTP Leasing


Accolade Group


Scott Bader


ELIND


TAWAL


British American Tobacco


Croatian Employers’ Union


Robert |Irlinger


The Blockhouse Technology


ButterflyMX Inc.


Pharmas


Cloudsense


Dviation Training Services


Kraftmontasje AS


TBG Beton


Huawei Technology


Rockwool Adriatic


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised OTP banka during trade union negotiations on the terms of a collective agreement affecting over 1,000 of the bank’s employees.
  • Advised TAWAL upon $1.2bn worth acquisition of telecoms towers on local labour requirements and managerial arrangements.
  • Advised on the establishment and structuring of the Croatian Employers’ Association, one of the largest national employers’ associations comprising of several sectoral employers’ associations in Croatia.

Law Firm Glinska & Miškovic Ltd

Law Firm Glinska & Miškovic Ltd is noted for its full-service advisory offering, regularly assisting both domestic and international clients. The team is spearheaded by Beata Glinska, who handles corporate restructuring matters, while Aleksej Mišković counts start-ups and multinational inbound corporations among his key roster of clients. Another key member of the team is Katarina Šarić, who handles terminations of employment, heath and safety issues, and mandates concerning data protection services. Further bolstering the team’s capabilities, Tena Jurišić specialises in M&A, frequently handing employment-related corporate restructuring matters and managerial agreements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Beata Glinska


Autres avocats clés:

Aleksej Mišković; Katarina Šarić; Tena Jurišić


Les références

‘Excellent support from Katarina Šarić in all HR matters. Very knowledgeable and professional approach to the client’s needs.’

‘Beata Glinska and Tena Jurišić are both excellent.’

‘Katarina Šarić is always quick in her replies and at our disposal.’

Principaux clients

Beckman Coulter d.o.o.


SDL d.o.o.


P.S.C. Zagreb d.o.o.


ADAC Service Adria


Conet Hrvatska d.o.o.


Tesla Kabeli


Uber International Holding B.V.


BRITA GmbH


Barlinek S.A.


Tukazza Adriatic d.o.o.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Beckman Coulter Ltd., on comprehensive amendments to the Labour Act.
  • Advised ADAC Service Adria d.o.o., regarding various employment issues for the company ADAC Service Adria d.o.o., including negotiation, termination and enforcement of employment contracts, HR strategies and organisational structures as well as employment matters concerning key personnel.
  • Advised P.S.C. Zagreb on comprehensive amendments to the Labour Act, which entailed an obligation for employers to implement amendments to the Employment Rulebook.

KOVACEVIC PRPIC SIMEUNOVIC LLC

KOVACEVIC PRPIC SIMEUNOVIC LLC handles a broad range of employment matters, including corporate and regulatory compliance issues, HR-related concerns, employment restructurings and GDPR work. Jointly led by Dinka Kovacevic and Ana Novaković Stipaničev, the team has demonstrable experience in representing clients in employment litigation. Other key contacts in the group include Danijela Simeunovic and Martina Prpic, who assist on dismissal and litigation proceedings, in addition to employment advisory mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dinka Kovačević; Ana Novaković Stipaničev


Autres avocats clés:

Danijela Simeunović; Martina Prpić


Les références

‘Strong business acumen and knowledge.’

‘Friendly approach, strong expertise and experienced in the topics at hand.’

Principaux clients

HAPPENING d.o.o.


Cantab PI Adria d.o.o.


SpotMe S.A.


Viva Payment Services S.A.


Synlab HRVATSKA-polyclinic


NEUROTH slušna pomagala d.o.o.


dormakaba Hrvatska d.o.o.


ORADIAN d.o.o.


American International School of Zagreb


British Council in Croatia


British Embassy in Croatia


BUTAN PLIN d.o.o.


GENERAL ELECTRIC HRVATSKA d.o.o.


Xella Group


TROHA INFINITUS d.o.o.


Zakladani staveb, a.s.


A1 Hrvatska d.o.o.


Signify Intrenational B.V.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Synlab HRVATSKA with respect to various labour law matters.
  • Advised American International School of Zagreb on amendments to the employment related documentation, in relation to the significant changes introduced to the Labour Act in 2023.
  • Advised A1 Hrvatska d.o.o. regarding application of non-compete clauses in employment contracts.

Ostermann Ivancic Attorneys-at-Law LLP

Counting major domestic companies among its key roster of clients, Ostermann Ivancic Attorneys-at-Law LLP is noted for its strengths in collective redundancies and bargaining, company mediations, and unlawful redundancy matters. Managing partner Mojmir Ostermann and senior associate Marijana Soldo Kubat jointly lead the team, frequently advising on the full range of labour law mandates and Croatian regulatory issues. Ana Vrsaljko Metelko is another key member of the group, regularly assisting with contentious employee termination cases.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mojmir Ostermann; Marijana Soldo Kubat


Autres avocats clés:

Ana Vrsaljko-Metelko; Janko Havaš


Les références

‘Ostermann Ivancic stands out for the expertise and integrity of its employees, many years of trustworthy experience with a customer oriented approach, and availability and efficiency in providing the legal service to achieve client satisfaction.’

‘All employees are professional to their clients, with a tailor-made approach that is flexible without compromising on the quality of the service.’

‘Wide expertise, experienced professionals, knowledge and their client approach have provided us with all that we are looking for. They are reliable and trustworthy.’

Principaux clients

IKEA


ZORLU Enerji


Electrip Energy Services


Osijek-Koteks


Velički Kamen


DUKAT


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised IKEA Hrvatska with respect to the general labour law matters and employment agreements.
  • We advised one of the largest sports betting operator in the region in relation to the roll-out of a global employee long term incentive plan (ESOP plan).
  • Advised DUKAT, a dairy products company, related to collective bargaining agreement in the context of negotiations between the client and the union.

Vidan Law Office

Vidan Law Office’s employment team offers market-leading services to domestic and international clients from a diverse range of industries on the full range of labour and employment matters. Team head Hrvoje Vidan ‘boasts an unparalleled depth of experience in employment and labour law’, with particular strength in unlawful dismissals, anti-harassment procedures and a variety of contentious matters. Regularly assisting on immigration-related employment matters and worker posting issues, Petra Tolj and Ivona Stričak are also key contacts in the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Hrvoje Vidan


Autres avocats clés:

Petra Tolj; Ivona Stričak


Les références

‘What sets them apart is their exceptional knowledge, attention to detail, and their proficiency in producing well-documented materials.’

‘Hrvoje Vidan is a top talent in the market.’

‘Vidan Law Office deserves unequivocal acclaim for their exceptional prowess in the field of employment and labour law. Their unwavering commitment to professionalism is evident in every facet of their practice, ensuring that clients receive the highest level of service marked by integrity, diligence, and a steadfast dedication to excellence.’

Principaux clients

3M East (AG)


EMPWR d.o.o.


Vlahovic Grupa d.o.o.


Enea Software AB / Enea Software d.o.o.


IV Nakladništvo d.o.o.


BRUCHA d.o.o.


ECA Italia


SES-imagotag


Horizon Topco / Vacanceselect Holding


Scheer Adriatic d.o.o.


reev GmbH


Fieldfisher LLP


Pulse Marketplace Limited


Arletti & Partners


Indie Campers S.A.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised EMPWR d.o.o. with respect to collective bargaining, trade unions, and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Advised Vlahovic Grupa in respect to transformation of the profit into the share capital, and advised on the ESOP programme based on allocation of the shares to employees according to the reward system.
  • Advised 3M (East) AG in various aspects of the employment law such as strategic consideration on the employment-wise possibilities and risks, as well as advising and assisting the client in a mass dismissal as part of the restructuring process.

Law Firm Babic, Brborovic & Partners

Sitting in the firm's wider commercial law practice, the employment team at Law Firm Babic, Brborovic & Partners is noted for its capabilities in litigation, frequently representing clients in severance pay disputes, collective agreement violation cases and general labour disputes. The team, which is jointly led by Siniša Babić and Tamara Brborović Vuletić, offers comprehensive advice on the Croatian Labour Act 2023. Ivo Eškinja is another key contact in the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Siniša Babić; Tamara Brborović Vuletić


Autres avocats clés:

Ivo Eškinja


Les références

‘Tamara Brborović Vuletić is an excellent sparring partner for activities connected to labour work, especially for successful conflict resolution.’

The team is reliable, professional, trustworthy, ambitious and professional.’

‘All lawyers and partners have a high level of knowledge, abilities and interpersonal skills. They approach each of our problems and disputes analytically, with excellent preparation and fact-checking.’

Principaux clients

University of Zagreb


Solana Pag


Sol Naturalis Ltd.


Slatinska banka jsc


Siemens Healthcare Ltd.


Zepter Zest Ltd.


City of Sisak


MBT Svet Ltd.


Faculty of transport and traffic sciences


Croatian Standards Institute


Pik Vrbovec plus Ltd.


Ossard Ltd.


Tissa & Partners Ltd.


Karlovačka banka jsc


Multibet Consulting Ltd.


Multibet24 Ltd.


BONUM GRUPA Ltd.


IT Cube Ltd.


Principaux dossiers


  • Representing Zvijezda plus Ltd, in two court proceedings initiated by the former employees of the company following the termination of the employment relationship.
  • Advising Tissa & Partners Ltd. regarding the explanation of new legal rules and preparation of all the necessary documents in the accordance with the obligations arising from the Labour Act.
  • Advised Bonum grupa Ltd in preparation of all necessary documents, in accordance with the relevant regulations, for the purpose of terminating the employment contract to the director of the company.

Cipcic-Bragadin Mesic & Associates

Led by Silvije Cipcic-BragadinCipcic-Bragadin Mesic & Associates’s practice acts for regional and international clients on a range of employment matters arising out of M&A, restructuring and other business combinations. Specialising in HR matters, Cipcic-Bragadin regularly handles employee terminations, health and safety issues, and work from home regulations. Day-to-day employment advisory work is another core strength of the team.

Responsables de la pratique:

Silvije Cipcic-Bragadin


Principaux clients

Unilever


Pfizer Inc


Tate & Lyle


Lenovo


Pinecone


Mastercard International


LIDL


H&MV Enigneering


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Unilever group of companies across on a day-to-day employment matters, such as structuring all necessary employment documentation and employment agreements.
  • Advised Cade Hill investment limited on employment due diligence and other employment matters as part of acquisition of their 100% acquisition of share capital in Syskit ltd.
  • Advising LIDL on various employment matters.

Deloitte Legal in cooperation with Croatian lawyers

Noted for its expertise in handling employment advisory mandates, Deloitte Legal in cooperation with Croatian lawyers regularly handles HR-related due diligence, employment restructuring and terminations, and implementations of ESOP programs. The team, which is led by Valerija Cerovski, counts Croatian and EU regulatory framework-related employment mandates in its workload. Ivan Zoranda and Ivana Mihaljević are also key contacts in the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Valerija Cerovski


Autres avocats clés:

Ivan Zoranda; Ivana Mihaljević


Principaux clients

SYSKIT


Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy


Cadenas


Maersk


Intercars


Business Intelligence


J Christoph E&P Services


MTN Group


Belfry Group


Deloitte


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised MAERSK and MAERSK LOGISTICS on day-to-day advice on a variety of employment related matters.
  • Advised BELFRY INVEST in a HR due diligence having direct impact on envisaged corporate transaction and its purchase price.
  • Advised MTN group on an employment matter concerning employment of foreign workers under different employment laws being applicable.

Ilej & Partners, in cooperation with Karanovic & Partners

Led by Dora Horvat, the employment team at Ilej & Partners, in cooperation with Karanovic & Partners sits in the firm's broader commercial and corporate law department. The team regularly advises domestic and international clients on contentious terminations, compensation and benefit package issues, in addition to employment-related disputes arising from M&A. Lucijan Loje advises on a broad range of day-to-day employment and labour law matters, while Boris Dvoršćak handles employment-related regulatory mandates.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dora Horvat


Autres avocats clés:

Lucijan Loje; Boris Dvoršćak


Les références

‘Ilej & Partners are a unique legal team, comprised of professionals with deep expertise in employment law. They collaborate seamlessly, drawing on the diverse strengths and perspective of their team members.

‘Dora Horvat is a great contact, and I am always happy to reach out to her. She has effective communication and adaptability.’ 

‘Ilej & Partners’ employment team has some of the most dedicated and skilled employment lawyers in the field. With a deep understanding of employment laws and impressive experience, they provide invaluable guidance and support to us.’ 

Principaux clients

Endava plc.


Hempel


Robotic Process Automation d.o.o.


FreshBooks


EMPWR


SAS Institute S.A.


Newfire Partners


Swarco AG


Pearl Infrastructure Capital


EPAM


Awaze A/S


SAP


Wolt


Henkel


HÖRMANN HRVATSKA d.o.o.


ECCO Europe AG


Pfizer


E.ON


Zagreb International Airport


Principaux dossiers


  • Advise Endava plc. on all aspects of employment law matters, such as preparing and drafting of employment documents and review of the company HR policies and general labour law advice.
  • Advise SAP, the multinational software company on various employment matters, such as drafting and revising the employment agreements, preparing and conducting employment termination, review of the company HR policies, negotiations and dispute resolution matters.
  • Advising Wolt, an online food ordering and delivery service, on all employment matters in Croatia.

MATEKOVIĆ & Partners Law Firm LLC

MATEKOVIĆ & Partners Law Firm LLC’s team acts for domestic and international clients across various sectors, including pharmaceutical, medical devices and manufacturing, and boasts a strong focus on employee appointment and termination mandates. Jointly led by Krešimir Matekovic, Ivan Sabljić, Dora Adžić and Laura Mateković, the full range of employment advisory work is another core strength of the team.

Responsables de la pratique:

Krešimir Mateković; Ivan Sabljić; Dora Adžić; Laura Mateković


Les références

‘Ivan Sabljić is an expert in the field of Croatian employment law. He does not just resolve immediate issues; but also offers long-term strategies to prevent future workplace conflicts, benefiting both our firm and our employees.’

‘Laura Mateković is patient, detail-oriented and always at disposal. She can quickly find and analyse relevant legislation and provide us with comprehensive legal advice.’

Principaux clients

Proarh Ltd.


Novo Nordisk Hrvatska Ltd.


Mamut fortis Ltd.


Super igra Ltd.


Luxottica South Eastern Europe Ltd.


Essilor Optika Ltd.


Asura Multiservis Ltd.


Delta Electronics (Netherlands) B.V.


Mrs. Gordana Grgić


Stock Ltd.


RC Croatia Development Ltd.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Luxottica South Eastern Europe Ltd. regarding sensitive employment termination.
  • Advised NOVO NORDISK Hrvatska d.o.o. with respect to amendments of the Rules of Work.
  • Advised Delta Electronics (Netherlands) B.V., with respect to an employment termination issue.

Orehovec, Vinter, Kiš, Šimunovic

Orehovec, Vinter, Kiš, Šimunovic has demonstrable experience in employment-related litigation and disputes, with notable expertise in the energy sector. The team regularly represent clients before the Croatian courts in unlawful redundancy cases and union disputes. Team leader Irena Vinter Gregorić handles employment issues arising from M&A and corporate spin-offs, while Martina Simunovic Leposa advises on a broad range of daily employment-related work. Kresimir Kis is another key contact in the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Irena Vinter Gregorić


Autres avocats clés:

Martina Šimunović Lepoša; Krešimir Kiš


Les références

‘Irena, Krešimir Kiš, and Martina Šimunović Lepoša continuously maintain my impression that I can rely on their support, and I especially appreciate the experience they have gained in practice.’

‘The team consists of specialised experts from various legal fields, which guarantees a proper understanding of the entire problem and the offer of appropriate legal solutions.’

‘Lawyers are specialised in specific areas from which they have a lot of practical experience and, therefore, can quickly offer adequate solutions and legal advice. Among the lawyers, I would especially single out the lawyers Irena Vinter Gregorić, Krešimir Kiš, and Martina Šimunović Lepoša.’

Principaux clients

INA Group


Zagrebački holding d.o.o.


Vodoopskrba i odvodnja d.o.o.


JANAF d.d.


Grand auto d.o.o.


Hyundai Croatia d.o.o.


Lola RIBAR d.d.


STRABAG d.o.o.


Odašiljači i veze d.o.o.


Fleksbit d.o.o.


KNAUF Insulation d.o.o.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising INA – Industrija nafte d.d., on a range of day-to-day employment matters, including employment termination support and representation in several hundred ongoing litigation cases.
  • Advising Zagrebački holding d.o.o., a major utility and transport services company in City of Zagreb with over 11,000 employees on the full range of employment matters.
  • Advising JANAF d.d., Croatian pipeline transportation of crude oil company with almost 400 employees on labour and employment law issues, including preparation of contracts and internal by-laws.

Law firm Orešković

Noted for its expertise in the IT, telecoms and energy sectors, Jadranka Orešković leads the team at Law firm Orešković and acts for domestic clients on GDPR matters, collective bargaining agreements and restructurings. Stipe Orešković, who handles advisory work and whistleblower protection cases, is another key contact in the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jadranka Orešković


Autres avocats clés:

Stipe Orešković


Les références

‘Jadranka Orešković’s employment practice distinguishes itself through its strategic legal counsel and extensive industry connections.’

Principaux clients

SDA Croatia Ltd (Aelia group)


Adriatic Pipeline Jsc.


Port of Ploče Plc


US Embassy in Zagreb


FRAMOS


Confida


Europhone d.o.o.


Telefutura d.o.o.


Microblink


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised the Management Board and the Supervisory Board of Adriatic pipeline Jsc. in employment matters, as well representing the company in labour disputes before the court.
  • Providing day-to-day advice to SDA Croatia Ltd on employment matters.
  • Providing advice to US Embassy in Zagreb on all employment matters.

Schoenherr in cooperation with Croatian lawyers

The employment practice at Schoenherr in cooperation with Croatian lawyers is seated in the firm's wider corporate and commercial department. Team leader Dina Vlahov Buhin handles a broad range of employment matters arising from M&A transactions, including contentious and non-contentious work. The team’s core strength includes employee incentive programs, related administrative proceedings, unilateral terminations and dismissals, and employment-related due diligence processes. Ivan Einwalter advises international businesses on inbound employment-related matters, and assists with representing clients in labour law proceedings.

Responsables de la pratique:

Dina Vlahov Buhin


Autres avocats clés:

Ivan Einwalter


Les références

‘Easy to work with and responsive.’

‘The team is professional, creative, time management aware and nice to cooperate with.’

‘We worked with Dina Vlahov Buhin and Ivan Einwalter and the cooperation was excellent. In meetings, they were on time, focused, always proactive and stuck to deadlines.’

Principaux clients

Omar Zawawi Group and Zara Turist d.o.o.


Cloud Linux Software, Inc.


Alfa Energy Group


Entain plc.


Bosch Adria Group


Jabil Inc.


Uniqa Ag


H.I.G. Capital


Porsche Holding GmbH


Tesla Inc


Nexi Croatia d.o.o.


Andritz AG


Philip Morris Zagreb d.o.o.


FACC AG / FACC Solutions Croatia d.o.o.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Erste Group Bank and, inter alia, its subsidiary Erste&Steiermärkische Bank d.d. on implementation of the employee incentive program.
  • Advised Nexi Croatia d.o.o., part of the NEXI group, a leading European PayTech company, on employment aspects of the transfer of a business unit and ex lege transfer of employees (TUPE), as a part of a transaction of purchase of merchant acquiring business in the Croatian market from Privredna banka Zagreb d.d. and PBZ Card d.o.o., and establishment of a long-term cooperation in merchant acquiring business in Croatia.
  • Advised H.I.G. Capital on the acquisitions of comcross Croatia, a company that plans, builds, implements and optimizes infrastructures in mobile and fixed networks. Acted as Croatian legal counsel on the transaction, performing legal due diligence with the strong focus on employment and social security matters, as well as HR post-structuring and cross-border posting.

Vukmir & Associates

Vukmir & Associates’s team, led by Sanja Tkalec Kovac, handles a range of advisory employment matters, including contentious and non-contentious terminations in the public sector. Tea Cerinski frequently represents clients in illegal termination and discrimination cases, and advises on multijurisdictional transfers of employees. Another key member of the team, Andrea Kožul Pedišić assists with various employment-related matters in domestic mergers, and implementation of work from home policies.

Responsables de la pratique:

Sanja Tkalec Kovac


Autres avocats clés:

Tea Cerinski; Andrea Kožul Pedišić


Les références

‘The team are reliable, open and always ready to help and contribute.’

‘Creative thinking and attention to detail, in-depth knowledge of legislation and extremely familiar with Court practice and regulation. Easy to communicate with and quick to understand complex circumstances. Great ability to focus on the subject.’

‘Sanja Tkalec Kovac’s professional attitude and friendly approach is highly appreciated.’

Principaux clients

Philips


Trelleborg


Hewlett-Packard Enterprise operated by SELECTIUM


Procter & Gamble


Samsic Group


Royal Canin


Warner Media


Lockheed Martin Corporation


Microsoft


OYO Rooms


Include


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised on a transfer of employees from US to Croatia, related to the delivery of military helicopters to the Croatian Army.
  • Advised local subsidiary of the world’s leading sealing solutions manufacturer on localization and implementation of the work from home policies.
  • Represented clients in two landmark cases concerning discrimination at work and wrongful termination of employment in public sector.