The ESG Adria Summit 2024, held in Tivat, Montenegro, successfully concluded its two-day agenda, leaving attendees enriched with insights on sustainable practices and technological innovations aimed at a sustainable future. This year’s theme, “Act Now for a Sustainable Tomorrow,” underscored the urgency of adopting strategies that align with ESG principles. Day 1 Highlights: AI at the Forefront of Sustainability The summit kicked off with powerful opening remarks from local dignitaries and ESG leaders. This set the stage for a series of discussions that intertwined sustainability with pioneering technologies and policies. Sessions on renewable energy funding and sustainable urban futures ensued. […]
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We are excited to announce that Gecić Law will participate in the ESG Adria Summit in Tivat, Montenegro, from April 24-26, 2024. The premier event focuses on issues of sustainable development in the region. Gecić Law distinguishes itself for its innovative leadership in ESG and sustainability matters. Notably, it was the first independent law firm in the region to establish a dedicated ESG legal practice. With its expertise in EU law, the firm also offers a unique perspective on navigating the future of sustainability. Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner of Gecić Law, will be a featured panelist in the discussion titled […]
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Bogdan Gecić, the founding partner of Gecić|Law, took part today in the opening panel of the Healthpharm 2024 SEE Forum & Fair, to be held in Belgrade at the Chamber of Commerce from April 9-10, 2024, and at the University of Belgrade – Faculty of Law on April 11, 2024. The session titled “Western Balkans E-health and E-pharma: How to Use AI for Social Good?” delved into the power of artificial intelligence in healthcare and pharma, aiming to harness technology for the benefit of society. How to Use AI for Social Good? Bogdan made a significant contribution to the discourse. […]
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Gecić Law proudly upholds its legacy of excellence with exceptional rankings in the esteemed Legal 500 EMEA 2024 guide, showcasing the firm’s unwavering dedication to providing outstanding service and the unmatched expertise of its teams and individuals. For an impressive eighth year in a row, Gecić Law’s distinguished Competition practice maintains its Tier 1 status, showcasing remarkable achievements across EU law, state aid, and international trade, solidifying its reputation as a frontrunner in the legal arena. Once again, our Founder and Managing Partner, Bogdan Gecić, joins the distinguished few in the elite EMEA Hall of Fame, reaffirming his position as a preeminent figure in competition […]
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A lot has been said about artificial intelligence (AI). It is reshaping global business and everyday life worldwide and by no means, it is a new industrial revolution. Mankind’s striving for an easier life has led to the creation of a fast-learning, self-aware creature which shall irreversibly become an unexpected (or perhaps unwanted) member of society. We have witnessed the universality of AI’s application. Here, we are focusing on the use of AI in the sphere of news media business. AI has been widely employed in gathering news information. It may also filter false data and fake news, contributing to […]
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Gecić Law is delighted to announce its successful role as the legal counsel supporting JFE Shoji Corporation and its Serbian affiliate (“JFE Shoji”) in a significant greenfield investment in Serbia. This involved the acquisition of a 10-hectare land plot in the prime industrial zone of Indjija. The investor will construct a cutting-edge production plant in this location, that will serve as headquarters for JFE Shoji’s European operations. The foundation stone laying ceremony for this ambitious Japanese investment took place on March 18, 2024. With an investment of 50 million euros, this pivotal project marks a major milestone for JFE Shoji […]
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Gecić|Law is proud to announce its pivotal role in supporting a significant financial transaction between the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Enterprise Expansion Fund II (ENEF II) as lenders and Vega IT. The EBRD and ENEF II has committed to a senior secured loan of to support the expansion efforts of Vega IT, a premier Serbian software development company. As the local counsel for the EBRD and ENEF II in this transaction, Gecić|Law provided comprehensive legal advice, ensuring adherence to Serbian regulatory standards. Our team’s involvement spanned the due diligence, preparation, negotiation, and completion of critical finance and […]
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Gecić Law and the University of Belgrade’s Faculty of Law signed a cooperation agreement yesterday, marking an important step in strengthening practical education for law students through collaboration on the first Competition Law Clinic. The agreement creates a meaningful partnership between the academic and professional communities, providing law students practical experience. The Competition Law Clinic, established on December 14, 2023, on the initiative of Prof. Dr. Dušan V. Popović, a full professor of Competition Law, represents an innovative approach to learning. The clinic integrates into the Legal Skills course in the fourth year of undergraduate studies, particularly emphasizing the winter […]
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Gecić Law is thrilled to announce yet another extraordinary accolade for our founding partner, Bogdan Gecić. In a remarkable development following our recent celebration of partners Bogdan Gecić and Ognjen Colić recognition in the prestigious “Who’s Who Legal: M&A and Governance” 2023 edition, demonstrating an unmatched level of expertise in the legal domain, Bogdan receives the esteemed status of a Thought Leader from Who’s Who Legal. At the same time, Bogdan is the only representative of the market with this ranking level. This recognition is more than an acknowledgment of Bogdan’s exceptional legal acumen; it is a testament to his […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner at Gecić Law, recently spoke to Euractiv Serbia and shared his insights on the critical changes in international trade likely to ensue as a result of the European Union’s groundbreaking Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation. The regulation entered its transitional phase on October 1, 2023. Moreover, Bogdan detailed the ramifications for businesses. The article is titled “CBAM: Why is It Important and What Do We Need to Know?” The article clearly explains the motivation and reasoning behind this unique regulation. With the CBAM, the EU pioneers the world’s first carbon border tax on imports into […]
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Bogdan Gecić, the Founding Partner of Gecić Law, recently spoke with journalist Paddy Bolton. He was thereafter quoted in a Brussels Signal article regarding the EU’s Foreign Subsidies regulation (FSR) and its application in football. Spain’s top football division has filed a complaint with the European Commission (EC) against France’s Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). They argue that PSG’s funding from Qatar violates the EU’s rules on foreign subsidies. Similarly, Belgian football club Royal Excelsior Virton has raised objections about Lommel SK, which receives Abu Dhabi funds. The Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) and Football These interventions come after the EU’s FSR came into […]
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Bogdan Gecić, the Founding Partner of Gecić Law, recently spoke with journalist Paddy Bolton. He was thereafter quoted in a Brussels Signal article regarding the significant changes coming up with the European Union’s pioneering Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation. The European Union (EU) has begun a transitional phase for implementing CBAM, effective October 1. This initiative, part of the European Green Deal, aims to reduce carbon emissions by taxing carbon-intensive imports. The article discusses the possible implications of CBAM. Boston Consulting Group predicts this could increase the average car price in the EU by approximately EUR 600. This is […]
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Gecić Law, in collaboration with Deloitte Legal and RPHS Law, is proud to unveil a monumental victory, having been instrumental in successfully navigating the dispute between the Priština authorities and Telekom Srbija’s subsidiary, MTS d.o.o. (MTS), stemming from the abrupt decision to revoke MTS’s operating license in Kosovo. The contentious decision threatened to halt MTS’s operations within Kosovo, wiping out its registration from the business registry. The outcome of this would have been catastrophic, plunging numerous businesses into uncertainty, rendering employees jobless, and depriving clients of their service provider. These actions by the authorities were predicated on claims that MTS’s […]
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We are pleased to announce that Gecić Law will proudly join the sixth regional SEEenergy conference. This year’s event will take place in Novi Sad from October 2 – 3. It will explore new challenges in energy transition, including decarbonization, energy storage, and the market. At the conference, Gecić Law will share its expertise on the latest developments in EU law and their likely impact on businesses and economies of the region. EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) takes effect on October 1. The regulation will introduce significant changes, especially for a specific group of carbon-intensive industries. The energy sector […]
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Bogdan Gecić, the Founding Partner of Gecić Law, provided insights today for Euronews Serbia’s primary news program regarding the significant changes coming up in the environmental law and international trade, driven by the European Union’s pioneering Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation. The CBAM regulation will begin to apply on October 1, 2023. Bogdan shared his views on the steps businesses that exporters should take to prepare. This applies to carbon-intensive sectors, including iron and steel, electricity, fertilizers, cement, hydrogen, and aluminum. In his guest appearance on Euronews, Bogdan delved into the genesis and rationale behind this unique regulation. The […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner at Gecić Law, was featured in eKapija for his insights on the immanent and profound transformation in both environmental and international trade regimes, propelled by the European Union’s groundbreaking Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulation. As the CBAM takes effect on October 1, 2023, Bogdan detailed his insights for eKapija. The article is titled “The Revolutionary New EU Carbon Import Tariff: What Do You Need to Know?” The article explains the motivation and reasoning behind this unique regulation. With the CBAM, the EU pioneers the world’s first carbon border tax on imports in the EU. Accordingly, […]
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Introduction The European Union has initiated the world’s first carbon border tax, known as the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), in a strategic move to tackle the mounting concerns of climate change. The CBAM is designed to level the competitive landscape, ensuring that EU companies, which are already bearing the cost of their carbon emissions, remain on equal footing with enterprises originating from nations with minimal or no carbon emission charges. While the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) stands as a significant development in the realm of climate policy, its ramifications extend beyond environmental considerations, reshaping the contours of international […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner at Gecić Law, was invited by the prestigious directory The Legal 500 to discuss the legal aspects of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in an article titled “Rise of the Machines: Shaping the Legal Response to AI’s Rapid Expansion,” published on Legal Business. The article discusses the rapid expansion of AI and its implications. Bogdan argues that the legal world is on the cusp of a major transformation driven by AI technology and explores its benefits, including improved efficiency, accuracy, and reduced costs. He also acknowledges the potential risks and ethical concerns associated with AI, such as data […]
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Gecić Law adds another successful year to its story of excellence after achieving impressive rankings in the 2023 edition of the prestigious Legal 500 EMEA Guide, reflecting the firm’s world-class service and the expertise of its teams and individuals. For an impressive seventh year in a row, Gecić Law’s market-leading Competition practice has earned a Tier 1 status, with significant achievements in matters with far-reaching implications not only on the clients’ businesses but on the economies of the entire region, incorporating diverse aspects, including EU law, state aid and international trade. For a second year, the firm’s Founder and Managing […]
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We are pleased to announce that Gecić Law will proudly join the Western Balkans ESG Summit in Tivat, the first major regional event dedicated to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) topics. The summit is scheduled for April 26 – 28, 2023, and will explore ways to promote sustainable development in the Western Balkans. At the summit, Gecić Law will share its widely recognized experience in ESG and sustainability matters as the first independent law firm in the region to launch a dedicated ESG legal practice. This pioneering work and unrivaled EU law expertise offer a unique perspective, valuable in understanding […]
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Our Founding Partner, Bogdan Gecić, spoke on Friday at the Third Digital Day online conference organized by Universita Degli Studi Firenze for the third consecutive year on March 10-11, titled “At the Roots of Digitalization: A New or Renewed World.” Bogdan was honored to speak at the opening session of the first day dedicated to regulation in the digital field, moderated by Professor Alessandro Luciano of the Universita Degli Studi Firenze. Carmelo Barbagallo of the Autorita di Supervisione e Informazione Finanziaria, ASIF of the Vatican City delivered the introductory remarks to the session. Insightful presentations were delivered by illustrious speakers […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “9 Effective Ways to Be Proactive About Customer Service”. Bogdan joined a panel of experts and shared his perspective on how to manage customer service effectively. “Understanding the client’s business deeply and thinking of their immediate needs ahead of time is essential. One must build a culture focused on adding value and finding solutions to issues beyond the obvious. It would be best if you always walked the walk, fulfilling your promises with conviction. Those are elements of winning customer […]
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Gecić Law is proud to announce the appointment of its Founding Partner Bogdan Gecić to the Board of Directors of the UAE and Serbia Business Club. The United Arab Emirates and Serbia Business Club announced that it had elected Bogdan Gecić to take on this important role in the prestigious organization at its annual Assembly held last week. The United Arab Emirates and Serbia Business Club was established in 2019 on the initiative of the UAE Embassy in Serbia and the most reputable companies from the UAE and Serbia. Gecić Law was among the founding members of the organization. The UAE and Serbia Business […]
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Our Founding Partner Bogdan Gecić recently had an inspiring conversation with Ivan Brkljač for the new episode of the podcast of the organization Tačka Povratka. Bogdan evoked memories of his vast international experiences as a circular migrant, living and working in several countries and continents since his early childhood and returning to Serbia. He offered his views on living abroad, coming back to Serbia and the advantages and disadvantages of the life experience provided by circular migration. Bogdan spoke of his views on origins and culture and the importance of repeats for the country. Among other things, Bogdan said: “A […]
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We were recently entered the finals in four categories for The Lawyer European Awards 2022 and became one of the most nominated law firms in the whole of Europe! As last year’s winner, Gecić Law was nominated for Law firm of the Year: South East Europe, a 150 million strong market, and entered the finals with three of its practice area teams for impressive achievements in competition, corporate and litigation, standing shoulder to shoulder with the crème de la crème of the entire continent. Gecić Law received the most nominations among this year’s contenders across all of Europe – an […]
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We recently entered the finals in four categories for The Lawyer European Awards 2022 and became one of the most nominated law firms in the whole of Europe! As last year’s winner, Gecić Law was nominated for Law firm of the Year: South East Europe, a 150 million strong market, and entered the finals with three of its practice area teams for impressive achievements in competition, corporate and litigation, standing shoulder to shoulder with the crème de la crème of the entire continent. Gecić Law received the most nominations among this year’s contenders across all of Europe – an unprecedented […]
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Our Founding Partner Bogdan Gecić was honored to deliver the keynote address at the Opening Plenary Session of the EducationUSA Europe and Eurasia Forum, which was held in Belgrade from September 19-21. The opening session of the forum was attended by numerous dignitaries, high-ranking officials, members of the diplomatic community and representatives of US institutions of higher education and EducationUSA from across the two continents. Bogdan was joined by H.E. Christopher R. Hill, U.S. Ambassador to Serbia, and Branko Ružić, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technological Development, who also delivered their opening remarks at the event. […]
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Our Founder & Managing Partner Bogdan Gecić recently held a key discussion at Bloomberg Adria Serbia on the ramifications of the expected introduction of EU’s CBAM for the Adria & Balkans region. Bogdan discussed what this revolutionary new trade instrument, which will take effect in 2023, means for all companies from the Western Balkans and beyond that export to the EU. If adopted by the EU Council, every importer in the EU will have to pay tax on the goods they import into the EU if the goods are produced in countries that do not have an Emissions Trading System […]
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Our founding partner Bogdan Gecić was invited by the preeminent regional legal publication CEE Legal Matters to speak for The Buzz section of its July issue. Bogdan spoke about current trends in the business and legal environments in Serbia and the broader region. In the interview, he highlighted strengths in several high-growth sectors, including renewable energy, telecommunications and media, electric vehicles and components. He also discussed regional initiatives such as the Open Balkan and its ramifications when it comes to the free flow of goods, capital and labor, the latter being a key determinant of growth for the Western Balkans […]
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As great admirers of innovation, it always gives us pleasure to celebrate revolutionary endeavors. This is especially when it comes to education in business and law. Last Tuesday, our team came together in support of the launch of a new book with authors with whom the firm has close professional cooperation. Titled “Business Law in the Digital Age” by Dr Đorđe Krivokapić and Andrea Nikolić, the unique edition will serve as a coursebook for students in Business Law at the Faculty of Organizational Sciences of Belgrade University. The Gecić Law team gathered at the launch event which brought together an […]
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Bogdan Gecić, the Founder and Managing Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “Nine Ways To Support An Average Or Low-Performing Employee”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on the best ways to help associates improve their performance. “A leader must be mindful of at least two things: One is that each member of the team is unique and complex in their own way and, therefore, requires a tailored approach to perform at their best. The other is that we must learn to […]
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In this edition of our series dedicated to our esteemed colleagues who were recognized in this year’s The Legal 500 EMEA rankings, we bring you our founder and managing partner Bogdan Gecić. After being recognized by The Legal 500 as a Leading Individual in Competition for seven consecutive years, in this year’s rankings, Bogdan was especially honored by being amongst the distinguished few to be inducted into the elite global directory’s newly established EMEA Hall of Fame category, which highlights the law firm partners who are at the pinnacle of the profession having received constant praise by their clients for continued […]
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The first post-covid Global Meeting of the elite global legal alliance TerraLex was last week’s highlight as lawyers from 180 member law firms from across the globe gathered in Oslo. Delegates had the opportunity to learn, collaborate and network with their colleagues in a unique series of activities and a relaxed collegial atmosphere. The Gecić Law team took to the center stage, as for the first time the alliance built its annual meeting around a single theme, choosing one of the hottest topics in the legal world today – ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance. The gathering took a multifaceted approach […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “10 Entrepreneurs Share The Most Important Early Business Decisions They Made”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on some of his most important early decisions as an eminent entrepreneur in the legal and professional services industry. “It was essential to select and start delivering on a set of core values in the very early stages of the development of the firm. Values are an authentic expression of what your firm is all about […]
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Our founder and partner Bogdan Gecić spoke with the regional publication The Adriatic, an English-language publication by the Institute for Strategic Solutions (Inštitut za strateške rešitve) in Ljubljana. It features fundamental business and geopolitical issues of importance for the region of Southeast Europe. The interview was published in the February issue. Bogdan spoke about the Gecić Law’s achievements and its strengths when advising diverse entities in the SEE region. He singled out innovation as the key ingredient to the firm’s success and the decision to expand into new practice areas such as ESG, one of the most pressing issues of […]
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Our Founding Partner Bogdan Gecić and Partner | Head of Corporate/M&A Ognjen Colić spoke with the Managing Editor of the preeminent regional legal publication CEE Legal Matters which invited Gecić Law as a leading regional law firm to take part in its featured interview published in the December edition dedicated to the Western Balkans. They talked about the importance of ESG in the region, the firm’s new practice area and its unique approach to advising clients in the field. Gecić Law recently became the first independent law firm in the region to expand into the area of Environmental, Social & […]
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We recently won the Oscars of the legal world! Gecić Law was named the top legal firm in the 150-million-strong SEE market at The Lawyer European Awards 2021, placing our firm among the crème de la crème of the European legal market. Gecić Law was the only law firm from the former Yugoslavia and the Western Balkans to be shortlisted for the award and the first firm ever to be awarded the coveted prize in the new category covering the dynamic regional market. This is a truly remarkable achievement for our team. The news of the award going to a […]
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We recently won the Oscars of the legal world! Gecić Law was named the top legal firm in the 150-million-strong SEE market at The Lawyer European Awards 2021, placing our firm among the crème de la crème of the European legal market. Gecić Law was the only law firm from the former Yugoslavia and the Western Balkans to be shortlisted for the award and the first firm ever to be awarded the coveted prize in the new category covering the dynamic regional market. The news of the award going to a Belgrade-based firm sparked significant interest. Our Founding Partner Bogdan […]
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We recently won the Oscars of the legal world! Gecić Law was named the top legal firm in the 150-million-strong SEE market at The Lawyer European Awards 2021, which places our firm among the crème de la crème of the European legal market. Gecić Law was the only law firm from the former Yugoslavia and the Western Balkans to be shortlisted for the award and the first firm ever to be awarded the coveted prize in the new category covering the dynamic regional market. The news of the award going to a Belgrade-based firm sparked significant interest. Recently, our Founding […]
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We recently won the Oscars of the legal world! Gecić Law was named the top legal firm in the 150-million-strong SEE market at The Lawyer European Awards 2021, which places our firm among the crème de la crème of the European legal market. Gecić Law was the only law firm from the former Yugoslavia and the Western Balkans to be shortlisted for the award and the first firm ever to be awarded the coveted prize in the new category covering the dynamic regional market. The news of the award going to a Belgrade-based firm sparked significant interest. During the past […]
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Gecić Law has been named the leading law firm in a dynamic regional market of 150 million people, winning the title in The Lawyer European Awards 2021 on December 1st. The award places the company among “crème de la crème of the European legal market” in The Lawyer’s words, and positions Gecić Law first in a highly-competitive market encompassing Turkey and the entire Balkans. The prestigious prize – awarded for the first time, covering an expanded region – confirms Gecić Law’s reputation as the most innovative law firm in South Eastern Europe and truly a member of the European legal […]
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Bogdan Gecić, the founding partner at Gecić Law, spoke today at the winter edition of the prestigious Vivaldi Forum which traditionally takes place in Drvengrad, on the picturesque Mokra Gora mountain. His thought-provoking presentation titled “Sufficient Light: The Market and Competition”, delivered as part of the “Vivaldi Talks: Fertile Grounds for Growth” segment of the conference showed a fresh and unconventional perspective on the importance of fair competition for growth and development on the market, capturing the interest and sparking discussion among the delegates attending the event and numerous other participants who followed the session online. “Competition is a natural […]
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Gecić Law is proud to announce that it remains a force to be reckoned with as it qualified yet again for the finals of the Oscars of the European legal world, the coveted The Lawyer European Awards, for the fourth consecutive year. As last year’s Law firm of the year: Eastern Europe and the Balkans laureate, Gecić Law is now part of the playoffs for the 2021 Law firm of the year: South Eastern Europe Award, which now covers a market of more than 150 million people. Our firm, positioned among the crème de la crème of law firms in […]
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We are immensely pleased to announce that the prestigious global guide Benchmark Litigation ranked our Founding Partner Bogdan Gecić as a “Litigation Star” and Gecić Law as a “Recommended Firm” in Dispute Resolution in the Benchmark Litigation Europe 2022 edition. Bogdan Gecić is one of only six practitioners in Serbia to receive the recognition and the only expert in the country to be acknowledged as a “Litigation Star” in Dispute Resolution. The recognition also places Gecić Law among select firms in the market to be recognized by the distinguished guide. Benchmark Litigation is the definitive guide to the world’s leading litigation […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “Nine Important Lessons Leaders Have Learned About Customer Communication”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on the best approach to client communication from the point of view of an eminent entrepreneur in the legal and professional services industry. “In services, the client relationship itself seems to be the biggest part of what is being bought and sold. Like any other relationship between people, it is intangible and based mainly on subjective perceptions, not […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Managing Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted once again in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “How To Get Your ‘A’ Players Back On Track When They’re Bored Or Burned Out”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on approaching top performers when they are bored or burned out from the point of view of an eminent entrepreneur in the legal and professional services industry. “Burnout is often less about being tired and more about a feeling of not having control over your life—as if work is just […]
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We are immensely pleased to announce that our own Ognjen Colić was elected partner at Gecić Law. This is a greatly important milestone marking five years of continued successes. Ognjen’s independent practice joined Gecić Law in 2016, complementing its corporate arm and contributing to the strengthening of common values. Ognjen has since headed our Corporate/M&A, Labor and Energy, Infrastructure & PPP practices, taken them from strength to strength and will continue driving their growth as a partner. Ognjen’s career path has been remarkable, with more than fifteen years of professional experience across the Western Balkans (Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro, North […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Managing Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted once again in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “Are These Nine Cash Flow Mistakes Jeopardizing Your Company’s Future?”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on the way new businesses need to look at their finances from the point of view of an eminent entrepreneur in the legal and professional services industry. “Entrepreneurs do not take into account the stage in the life cycle of their product or service and then confuse profitability with cash flow. For instance, in the […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Managing Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “10 Myths About Selling To Customers (And The Real Truth)”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on sales myths from the point of view of an eminent entrepreneur in the legal and professional services industry. “A big myth is that if you have a great product or service, customers are going to get this and continue buying it. Although such revolutionary ideas do come about, they are rare and businesses still need to […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Managing Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “10 Important Customer Service Metrics To Help You Better Understand Your ROI”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on the best approach to client relations in relation to ROI from the point of view of an eminent entrepreneur in the legal and professional services industry. “In professional services, customer service is of such importance that its returns seem to be close to the overall ROI of our business. This may be hard to […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Managing Partner at Gecić Law, was quoted in Forbes, the leading global business publication, in an article titled “Nine Solutions for Gathering and Responding to Customer Feedback”. Bogdan was asked to join a panel of experts and share his perspective on the best ways to capture and implement client feedback from the point of view of an eminent entrepreneur in the legal and professional services industry. “Surveys and interviews are a great way to gauge what clients are really interested in. In professional services, a client-centric approach to everything we do is essential, while understanding and anticipating our […]
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Diplomacy & Commerce magazine, a syndication of London’s The Economist magazine for Serbia, prepared a special InFocus supplement as part of its February 2021 issue, with the aim of providing the readers a closer insight into the development of bilateral relations and successful cooperation between Serbia and the United Arab Emirates. Bogdan Gecic, Managing Partner at Gecic Law, a founding and exclusive member of the UAE Serbia Business club since 2019, gave an interview, which can be read in its entirety below. As an industry, the legal profession has been changing significantly. We have always believed there is a lot […]
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The prestigious magazine The Lawyer featured a story about the experiences of Gecić Law’s team during the pandemic. The article is part of their “Virus Diaries” series which covers experiences of big law firms across the globe in their struggle to keep their business afloat, clients satisfied and their communities and staff safe in these unusual circumstances. After providing background on Serbia’s Corporate Law market, remarking that it is “still in its early years“ but that many millennials in senior positions are quickly bringing it in line with global standards, the article covered various innovative ways in which Gecić […]
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“Aim to make a difference, a dent in the universe and don’t settle for anything less. Always be innovative and creative – those are the key things that always generate true added value.” This attitude, inspired by the words of the legendary Steve Jobs, is what led Bogdan Gecić, the founder of Gecić Law, to be recently chosen to be one of only 400 members of the prestigious Young Entrepreneurs Council (YEC). The YEC is a global invitation-only, US-based community of entrepreneurs and leaders under the age of 45, who have made major impact in diverse industries and sectors. […]
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Gecić Law is delighted to announce yet another commendation by The Legal 500 EMEA, one of the most eminent and prestigious directories of the legal world. Our Banking & Finance practice continues its bullish run to the national top. Its head Nikola Aksić was named to the guide’s “Leading Individuals” elite list of outstanding lawyers in the country, only one year after being recommended by the guide. The practice also went up in the overall rankings, securing a Tier 2 recognition. And we haven’t stopped there. Our Corporate/M&A practice is not lagging behind. The practice head Ognjen Colić […]
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We want to kindly thank CorD Magazine for the recent interview of Bodgan Gecić published today, in their October 2017 issue (link). Some of the questions posed in this interview include: what are the challenges of building a creative law firm in Serbia and the West Balkans, and innovating in a profession viewed by many as traditional; what are the major legal & business challenges ahead during the course of Serbia’s EU accession negotiations; and how we as a firm give back to the community with our pro bono work, our scholarship and counseling students regarding application to US universities. […]
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MARKET DISRUPTOR – THE YOUNGEST LAW FIRM TO ACHIEVE A TIER 1 RANKING We are proud to announce The Legal 500 EMEA 2017 annual rankings of the premier law firms in Serbia are published and Gecić Law was awarded the coveted ‘Top Tier’ status, granted to firms that achieved Tier 1 ranking in a particular practice. The firm ranked Tier 1 in the field of Competition Law and the firm’s Commercial, Corporate and M&A practice was ranked Tier 2. These rankings represent an unprecedented achievement, especially given the fact that we are the youngest law firm in Serbia to receive a […]
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Gecić | Law advised Železara Smederevo and the Government of Serbia on EU, regulatory and corporate matters in connection with the €46 million ($52 million) sale of assets of Železara Smederevo’s through a public tender procedure to the Chinese company Hebei Iron and Steel Company Limited (HBIS). Under the transaction, HBIS pledged to invest at least $300 million in a new company and to utilize the acquired assets to develop its global layout and to provide better service for its customers in Europe. Leading Serbian Steel Manufacturer Železara Smederevo is Serbia’s leading producer of steel and is the second-largest Serbian […]
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