WHAT WE DO
Legal Services Tailored to Your Business Needs
At Stanković Mijatović Law Office, we deliver comprehensive legal services for businesses operating in Serbia.
Our practice is founded on legal excellence, commercial insight, and a strong commitment to clients needs.
Our preference is to serve as permanent legal counsel, building lasting relationships that allow us to offer high-quality, tailored, and timely advice. However, we are equally prepared to assist with specific projects or issues within our expertise, always striving to fully understand each matter we handle.
Whether you are entering the Serbian market, expanding your existing operations, managing daily challenges, or navigating disputes, we provide legal support aligned with your strategic objectives.
We particularly enjoy working with startups and newly established branches of foreign companies, offering guidance from the earliest stages and contributing to their growth as trusted legal advisors.
PRACTICE AREAS
Corporate | Commercial
Corporate and commercial law is at the core of every business. At Stanković Mijatović Law Office, we support companies throughout their lifecycle — from formation and governance to transactions, restructuring, and strategic partnerships.
Our advice is grounded in legal precision and shaped by a practical understanding of how businesses operate.
We work with both emerging enterprises and established companies, helping them stay compliant, efficient, and aligned with their commercial goals. Whether you’re launching a startup or managing a growing organization, we tailor our approach to your specific needs and business realities.
With deep knowledge of Serbian corporate law and familiarity with international standards, we help clients structure their affairs to support long-term growth and operational efficiency.
Our services include:
– Company formation and structuring
– Shareholder agreements and governance
– M&A transactions and due diligence
– Commercial contracts and negotiations
– Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
– Corporate secretarial services
Employment Law
We understand that employment matters are rarely uniform — each company has its own workplace dynamics. That is why we approach every engagement with the understanding that legal solutions must be tailored to the specific context of each client.
We support companies in building clear, strong, and compliant HR frameworks that foster productivity while minimizing legal risk.
Whether you require ongoing support or assistance with a specific issue, we help ensure your employment practices are aligned with both the law and your business objectives.
Our services include:
– Drafting employment contracts and internal policies
– Managing hiring, termination, and disciplinary procedures
– Advising on conducting procedures relating to harassment at work
– Advising on employee rights and obligations
– Representation in labor disputes and inspections
– Structuring incentive and compensation schemes
– Employment-related data protection compliance
– Obtaining of Unified (temporary residence and work) permits for foreign citizens
– Assistance in the secondment procedures
Disputes & Litigation
We advise and represent clients at every stage and in all types of proceedings before the competent courts in the Republic of Serbia. Our experience covers civil and commercial litigation, as well as misdemeanor, administrative, and criminal proceedings.
Our engagement begins with a thorough assessment of the prospects of a potential or ongoing dispute, enabling us to present the client with the best possible strategy for resolution.
Whenever possible, we believe that an amicable solution—reached promptly and cost-effectively—is the optimal outcome for any dispute.
However, we recognize that not all matters can be settled out of court. In such cases, we represent our clients in all forms of litigation, working to achieve the best possible result in every situation.
This approach ensures that our clients’ interests are protected and that proceedings are resolved as efficiently as possible.
Our services include:
– Pre-litigation risk assessment and strategy
– Settlement negotiations and mediation
– Representation before courts and administrative bodies
– Enforcement of judgments
– Appeals and extraordinary legal remedies
Enforcement & Debt Collection
Timely collection of receivables is essential for maintaining liquidity and financial stability. We understand that most businesses face challenges in this area and that debt recovery must be handled with both care and efficiency.
Because strong business relationships and reputation matter, we handle debt collection with discretion and respect, aiming to preserve goodwill while ensuring effective results.
We use structured procedures that begin with soft collection efforts and escalate, when necessary, to formal enforcement through public enforcement officers. Throughout the process, we aim to preserve business relationships while securing results.
We keep clients fully informed at every stage — from risk assessment to expected timelines and costs — enabling sound decision-making.
Our services include:
– Soft collection and pre-litigation notices
– Court enforcement procedures
– Representation before public enforcement officers
– Securing claims through collateral and guarantees
– Monitoring debtor solvency and risk
Compliance
In today’s regulatory environment, compliance is not optional — it’s a strategic necessity. We help businesses identify and manage legal risks across sectors, from data protection and anti-corruption to industry-specific regulations.
We help clients identify and manage legal risks, implement internal controls, and meet regulatory requirements across sectors. Our compliance services are tailored to the specific needs of each client, ensuring both legal conformity and operational integrity.
From anti-corruption and AML frameworks to data protection and whistleblower policies, we support businesses in building resilient and transparent systems.
Our services include:
– Regulatory compliance audits
– AML advisory
– Data protection compliance
– Whistleblower policy implementation
– Advisory relating to consumer protection and online trading
– Employee Training and policy development
Real Estate Law & Construction
Real estate and construction projects involve complex legal frameworks and significant financial commitments.
We advise clients throughout every phase — from acquisition and permitting to development, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution.
Our team understands the complexities of Serbian property law and construction regulations, ensuring that your investments are secure, compliant, and commercially sound.
We work closely with developers, investors, and contractors to facilitate legally sound and commercially viable outcomes.
Our services include:
– Real estate acquisition and sale
– Lease agreements and property management
– Construction contracts
– Land registry and title verification
– Legal assistance in procedures regarding obtaining construction and use permits
– Resolving property disputes
Administrative Support
Engaging with public authorities is a routine but often complex part of doing business. We assist clients in navigating administrative procedures efficiently and in full compliance with applicable regulations.
Our team is here to prepare all necessary documentation, liaises with government bodies, and represents clients before relevant institutions. Whether entering a regulated market or responding to an administrative decision, we ensure the process is handled professionally, accurately, and with minimal friction.
Our services include:
– Representation in administrative proceedings
– Licensing and regulatory approvals
– Drafting submissions and appeals
– Support in public procurement procedures
– Liaising with government agencies and commercial banks
– Assistance in the procedures relating to legalization and notarization of documents
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