We are happy to announce that Gecić Law contributed to the International Comparative Legal Guide (ICLG) – Competition Litigation 2025. Every year, the renowned London-based Global Legal Group publishes the prestigious guides. This latest edition of the Guide offers an extensive analysis of competition litigation regulation and practices across 18 jurisdictions worldwide. It provides valuable insights into this rapidly evolving field across the globe. The authors of the Serbian chapter are Gecić Law’s Senior Associate Vuk Leković and Associates Vasilije Bošković and Bojan Tutić. Their contribution offers an in-depth examination of the Serbian legal landscape. This also includes essential aspects […]
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Gecić Law proudly presents the latest edition of our ESG Chat @ Gecić Law. In the series of interviews, we explore the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across various areas. In this edition, we shift our focus to the remarkable work being done within the social sphere. We had the privilege of speaking, Tatjana Dražilović, Director of the Zvezda Center. In addition to this role, she leads many other social projects in Serbia. Tanja is an amazing humanitarian and a long-standing partner of our firm. She is indeed a distinguished practitioner with years of experience in supporting […]
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In the latest edition of our Who’s Who Legal series, we are proud to honor our senior associate, Vuk Leković. His acknowledgement as a Recognized Lawyer in the highly competitive field of Competition Law is a significant achievement. The recognition cements his reputation in this dynamic area of legal practice. Expertise in Competition Law Vuk’s expertise in various aspects of Competition Law has been crucial in guiding clients through complex challenges. He combines his deep knowledge of this field with a strong focus on EU Law. He has played a vital role in our team, successfully advising and representing significant […]
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In a landmark EU’s General Court’s ruling, Google successfully overturned a 1.5 billion euros fine imposed by the European Commission (EC) in 2019. The fine was tied to allegations that Google abused its dominant position in online advertising through its AdSense platform. The EC claimed that Google restricted third-party websites from displaying ads from competitors, a practice that allegedly stifled competition. The Case The case revolved around Google’s AdSense for Search, where the company had exclusive agreements with websites, preventing them from using rival ads. The EC argued this restricted competition in the online search advertising market. Google, however, maintained […]
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At Gecić Law, we take great pride in recognizing professionals who embody our core values. We’re happy to announce our latest round of promotions and congratulate three of our standout legal professionals. We are elevating our esteemed colleagues Miloš Petaković and Nemanja Sladaković from Senior Associate to Counsel. At the same time, Žarko Popović will advance to Senior Associate. “Please join me in congratulating Miloš, Nemanja, and Žarko on their well-deserved promotions. Our strategy has always focused on nurturing talent and rewarding exceptional contributions within our team. It’s truly inspiring to watch our team members grow and develop. We are […]
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In a crucial legal victory for the European Commission, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has upheld the Commission’s decision that Apple must repay up to €13 billion in back taxes to Ireland. This ruling, issued in September 2024, reaffirms the Commission’s original 2016 judgment, marking a significant step in the European Union‘s effort to crack down on favorable tax arrangements for multinational corporations. The full ECJ statement can be accessed here. Background: The legal battle, one of the highest-profile state aid cases in Europe, stems from a 2014 investigation into Apple’s tax deals with Ireland. The European Commission concluded […]
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Gecić Law is immensely pleased to announce that our own Miodrag Jevtić was elected partner at our firm. Over the past five years, Miodrag has played an essential role in driving success of our Banking & Finance and Dispute Resolution practices. His deep understanding of the legal landscape, coupled with client-focused approach, has earned him the trust and respect of both colleagues and clients. As Partner, Miodrag will continue to elevate our practice and contribute to our vision of excellence. A Distinguished Career Miodrag Jevtić has nearly 20 years of extensive experience in corporate law. His well-rounded expertise and strategic […]
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We are happy to continue our series on the achievements of Gecić Law’s esteemed professionals. In this edition, we celebrate the remarkable success of Ognjen Colić, Partner and Head of Corporate/M&A, and Co-head of ESG at Gecić Law. In its 2024 edition, Who’s Who Legal recognized Ognjen in two highly competitive practice areas: M&A & Governance, and Environment & Climate Change. This dual recognition comes for the second consecutive year. It underscores Ognjen’s exceptional legal expertise and marks a significant milestone in his career. Who’s Who Legal 2024: M&A and Governance Who’s Who Legal 2024 once again ranked Ognjen as […]
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The new Council of Europe’s Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law, was signed yesterday, by Andorra, Georgia, Iceland, Norway, the Republic of Moldova, San Marino, the United Kingdom, Israel, the United States of America and the European Union. The CoE (Council of Europe’s Convention) has introduced this Convention with the aim to ensure that artificial intelligence systems operate in accordance with its core values, like human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. It is a response to growing concerns about how AI might influence both physical and virtual environments, particularly in ways […]
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We are excited to share the outstanding achievements of Bogdan Gecić, the Founding Partner of Gecić Law, in the 2024 edition of Who’s Who Legal, a highly respected guide to the world’s top legal practitioners. This year, Bogdan earned recognition as a Thought Leader and was featured in three reports across two highly competitive practice areas: M&A and Governance and Competition. This prestigious recognition, therefore, places him among the select few in the jurisdiction acknowledged across multiple practice groups. This highlights his exceptional legal expertise and strong leadership. Who’s Who Legal – Thought Leader 2024: Bogdan Gecić In this edition […]
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