Hall Of Fame

Transport (including shipping) in Croatia

KOVACEVIC PRPIC SIMEUNOVIC LLC

With strong knowledge of the aviation industry, the transport practice at KOVACEVIC PRPIC SIMEUNOVIC LLC regularly assists clients in cross-border aviation transactions, and is praised by clients for its ‘professionalism and expertise’. The practice's caseload encompasses drafting and negotiating purchase and lease documentation, and handling the sale and purchase of aircraft engines. Danijela Simeunović, Martina Prpić, and Ana Novaković Stipaničev co-lead the team, and Simeunović has vast experience advising clients in the railway sector, Prpić supports on regulatory matters, while Stipaničev acts on aircraft transfer and leasing transactions.

Praxisleiter:

Danijela Simeunović; Martina Prpić; Ana Novaković Stipaničev


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Lucija Jambrović


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‘I had the pleasure of working with KP&S, and I was very impressed by their professionalism and expertise. The team has an outstanding knowledge of Croatian law requirements and always ensured that everything was handled with precision. They are diligent, proactive, and consistently stay on top of every detail, which gave me great confidence throughout the process.‘

‘Our cooperation with this law firm has been really positive, and what stands out most is their professionalism, responsiveness, and clarity of communication. They always provide timely and precise advice, which makes complex legal matters easier to understand and resolve. The team demonstrates in-depth expertise across a wide range of areas.‘

‚Their ability to cover diverse legal topics with the same level of competence creates great trust and reassurance.‘

Kernmandanten

World Star Aviation


Aero Capital Solutions, Inc.


UMB Bank. N.A.


Azorra Limited


Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services Limited


Genesis Aircraft Services Limited


Investec Bank PLC


BBAM Aircraft Leasing & Management


Aero Capital Solutions, Inc.


UMB Bank. N.A.


Pulsar Aero Global


Crestone Air Partners, Inc.


World Star Aviation


Aero Capital Solutions, Inc


UMB Bank. N.A.


Aircastle Limited


Chorus Aviation Capital Limited


Falko Regional Aircraft Limited


National Westminster Bank PLC


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  • Advised Azorra, major US-based commercial aircraft lessor, in a transaction which includes the purchase and lease of new aircrafts to the Croatian national air carrier.
  • Advised three parties (World Star Aviation and others) in the transaction involving the transfer and leasing of four aircrafts to two Croatian air carriers.
  • Acted as joint Croatian counsel to three parties (Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services (Ireland) Limited) in a transaction relating to aircraft on lease to a Croatian air carrier.

Macesic & Partners LLC

Based in Rijeka, the team at Macesic & Partners LLC regularly acts on cross-border transport and shipping mandates, including advising clients on collision claims, debt collection, and claims concerning constructive total loss. With strong sector expertise, Anita Krizmanic leads the team and regularly acts for public institutions and private companies. Miroljub Maćešić has longstanding experience in the field and often handles insurance claims. Another important member of the team includes Toni Štifanić, who is known for advising on cross-border matters and regularly represents clients in litigation proceedings.

Praxisleiter:

Anita Krizmanić


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Miroljub Maćešić; Toni Štifanić


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‘Well known in the Adriatic region for their expertise. The experience they have is several decades long. Definitely an excellent choice.’

‘Miroljub Maćešić one of the best known maritime lawyers in the Adriatic region. Well known for his expertise and all around experience.’

‘Small but well-coherent and experienced team for maritime and shipping matters.’

Kernmandanten

Northstandard


The Shipowners’ Club


MS Amlin


Assuranceofreningen Skuld


Rhenus Logistics Croatia d.o.o.


County Port Authority Rab


The Swedish Club


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Wolf Theiss

Based across Zagreb and Rijeka, Wolf Theiss‘ transport team regularly advises clients on shipping and maritime matters. Ira Perić Ostojić leads the team, with notable expertise related to bunkering services, while Saša Jovičić is well-versed in handling insolvency proceedings in the shipbuilding industry. Borna Dejanović is known for acting on shipping disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Ira Perić Ostojić


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Saša Jovičić; Borna Dejanović


Kernmandanten

Adriatic Gate Container Terminal


A. P. Moller-Maersk Group


Algoma Central Corporation


Jan De Nul Group


CLdN Ro-Ro


Bolidt


Merk & Merk Yacht Service Tribunj


Mach 4 Metal


FinMetalock


Zurich Insurance Group


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  • Advising Adriatic Gate, a unit of the Philippine-based International Container Terminal Services and a concessionaire of the Rijeka Port container terminal, on ongoing shipping and maritime-related matters.
  • Advising Merk&Merk Yacht Service Tribunj, a leading yacht repair and maintenance service provider in Croatia, located in Marina Tribunj, on a broad spectrum of legal matters related to its business operations.
  • Advising Algoma Central Corporation, a publicly traded company, that owns and operates the largest fleet of dry and liquid bulk carriers, on securing its rights under ship building contracts with the Croatian shipyards, Uljanik and 3. Maj, amidst their pending insolvency.

Duran Law

Established in 2020, Duran Law’s shipping and transport team is known for its vast experience in the shipping industry, which consists of assisting shipbuilding companies with contract drafting, and acting for clients in collision proceedings. The practice rregularly advises on compliance with international trade regulations and customs procedures, and is led by Zvonimir DuranMatea Tolić often supports with the drafting and negotiation of international shipping contracts.

Praxisleiter:

Zvonimir Duran


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Matea Tolić


Kernmandanten

Randli Agrar Kft


Blohm+Voss


Minnex Trading Corporation


Vintage Trading


Monsson Renewables SA


Envision Energy Group


Saraden Group


El Sun Energy Ltd


Elin A.S.


Pacific Adria Limited


Asmira Group


DBA Group Ltd


SIQ


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Macesic and Associates

Co-led by Miran Macesic and Elena Komljenović, Macesic and Associates regularly handles matters in the transport sector, representing freight forwarding companies in disputes, and buyers on sale and purchase agreements. Macesic has experience acting for international and domestic clients consisting of banks and shipping companies, and specialises in maritime law. Komljenović handles contentious shipping matters, while Leonela Gorgievski acts on regulatory matters and has strong knowledge in ship registration.

Praxisleiter:

Miran Macesic; Elena Komljenović


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Leonela Gorgievski


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‚The team of Macesic and Associates is a highly knowledgeable team of shipping law professionals. Their strength is definitely extensive knowledge of maritime law and their capabilities to adapt to our needs.‘

‚I’ve been working with Miran Macesic since 2015, when the vessels in my management were grounded in Split following gale force weather. Ever since, he has provided me assistance in a broad range of shipping legal services – groundings, sale and purchase of vessels, arrests of vessels, enforcements, and mortgage registration. This distinguishes Miran from the rest of the pack, his willingness and ability to tackle all sorts of legal nuances that appear in day-to-day chartering operations.‘

‚Miran Macesic’s approach and strategy make him stand out.‘

Kernmandanten

C. Steinweg – TPG Ltd


Aspar Rigging LTD


Makar Navis


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  • Represented a freight forwarding company in a dispute concerning the delivery of solar panels without presentation of the original bill of lading, resulting in an alleged loss of EUR 218,655.
  • Advised on a subcontracting agreement related to the refit of the training vessel Kraljica Mora, a state-owned ship operated by Croatian maritime schools.

Law Office Žarkovic

Praised for being ‘very responsive’, with ‘quality input’, the transport practice at Law Office Žarkovic is active in cross-border transport matters concerning corporate governance and regulatory guidance in the railway sector. The team is co-led by Marko Milošević, Branimir Žarkovic, and Matea Mimica Žarković, and both Milošević and Branimir Žarkovic expertly manage commercial relations between shipyards and shipping companies. Matea Mimica Žarković has strong knowledge of the shipping and maritime industries and is known for advising insurance companies regarding transportation cases.

Praxisleiter:

Marko Milošević; Branimir Žarković; Matea Mimica Žarković


Referenzen

‘They are very responsive, have quality input, and take good care of clients.’

‘Marko Milošević is a smart and responsive lawyer with good communication skills.‘

Kernmandanten

DeRossi Marine OÜ


Skinest Group


TransAssist


Nationale-Nederlanden


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  • Advising a major railway company in their activities in the CEE region.
  • Advising a major insurance company with over EUR 5,6 billion in revenue in their transportation cases related to Croatia, including the resolution of open matters related to transportation subject to CMR regulation and carriage of goods of their clients.
  • Advising a Croatian based subsidiary of the USA transportation company which provides exclusive transportation services for high-valued merchandise.

Divjak Topic Bahtijarevic & Krka

Divjak Topic Bahtijarevic & Krka advises clients in the energy, insurance, and railway sectors on transport-related matters, including the financing of transportation services and representing clients in damage proceedings concerning the railway sector. The practice is led by dual-qualified Marina Kovač Krka, who has strong knowledge of insurance law.

Praxisleiter:

Marina Kovač Krka


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‘They stand out for their excellent knowledge of the fields we consult them on and their remarkable ability to respond quickly. The solutions they provide are always clearly understandable, as are their warnings about potential risks. Each of these warnings is consistently well-supported by case law, regulatory guidance, or other authoritative sources.‘

‚They perform their work with the highest level of professionalism, while maintaining exceptionally warm and pleasant communication. We are pleased to recommend them to anyone seeking high-quality and reliable legal advice from Croatian lawyers.’

‘The individuals we work with – particularly Marina Kovač Krka – embody all the qualities mentioned above: a quick and friendly response, a high level of professionalism in everything they do, and, not least, genuine human warmth. It is truly a pleasure to work with them, and the same impression is shared by our clients who have used their services.’

Kernmandanten

Scania Credit


Yucelboru Ihracat Ithalat Ve Pazarlama A.S.


Ab Volvo Penta


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