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Financial Services

Our experienced legal team advises on a wide range of financial matters, including banking, investment funds, and insurance, both from a regulatory standpoint and in the context of complex financial transactions.

We represent lenders, borrowers, and guarantors throughout all phases of finance deals. Whether acting as local or lead counsel, we support our clients from the negotiation and execution of security documents to the signing and closing of LMA-standard facility agreements, fully adapted to Croatian legal requirements.

Our goal is to provide strategic legal guidance that ensures regulatory compliance and transaction efficiency in every financial matter.


‘Ivan Dvojković demonstrates exceptional skill and efficiency in managing challenging transactions with difficult deadlines. He’s an absolute pleasure to work with.’

’BDV is a highly competent and versatile team. Their collective skills and expertise are a significant asset in tackling a wide range of challenges and delivering successful outcomes.’

We value Batarelo Dvojkovic Vuchetich’s availability, know-how and the customer relationship. It also understands the situation and circumstances.

‘BDV has proven to be an industry leader in banking and financial matters. The team members have excellent organisational and technical skills, as well as excellent communication skills. Providing successful solutions and paying attention to clients’ interests are what make them stand out from the rest.’

Vladimir Batarelo has a deep understanding of international banking laws and practice.’

‘The firm boasts an exceptionally experienced team of attorneys specialising in commercial, corporate, and M&A law.’

“BDV’s team of highly competent and resourceful young professionals has a strong expertise in EU VAT and customs law. Their advice is practical, easy to understand – even though the tax matters can be quite complicated – and really helps solving matters.”

‘BDV team offers insight into all relevant aspects of finance and is among the best in the industry. Their advice is extremely sophisticated and demonstrates excellence and deep experience. We have found the team to be very responsive and pleasant to work with.’

Laurenz Vuchetich is extremely reliable, knowledgeable and business-savvy.‘

Marko Bohaček is technically strong and very responsive’

“Advisory services are precise; presented options are transparent with clearly defined implications, everything is provided promptly and on time.”

‘The BDV team excels in handling complex commercial agreements, offering strategic advice that extends beyond legal compliance to identifying opportunities and risks. Their understanding of both domestic and international business landscapes makes them a trusted partner.’

Ivan Dvojković brings expertise in terms of negotiations, he has a very good approach and he always listens to each side.’

“BDV tax team, headed by tax partner Vladimir Batarelo, houses a robust and multidisciplinary tax practice with a strong focus on direct, indirect tax, international tax, transfer pricing and income taxes. They are very client oriented, proactive and solution oriented. They provide a straightforward and easy-to-follow solution.”

“Laurenz Vuchetich goes above and beyond for us, giving commercial support in the negotiations.”

‘Composed of highly competent and resourceful young professionals’

‘He is an experienced and knowledgeable legal expert and a very constructive negotiator.’

‘Vladimir Batarelo possesses a unique blend of legal expertise, dedication, and a deep understanding of our business needs that have consistently impressed us.’ 

“BDV team is highly professional, with in-depth knowledge, reliable and one of the best law firms in Croatia. They are highly specialised in cross-border transactions and with valuable knowledge on tax issues.”

‘The team provides top-notch advice with exceptional personal commitment, as well as a quick turnaround of complex documents.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich demonstrates exceptional expertise in structuring M&A deals, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. His ability to align legal strategy with business goals makes him a standout advisor.’

‘Vladimir Batarelo is a leader in his field. He is very competent and efficient in handling cases. He provides precise, high-quality, and timely advice. It is always a pleasure to rely on his expertise.’

‘BDV has established a strong reputation for its expertise in banking, finance and taxation. The firm boasts a highly skilled team of seasoned professionals who possess deep industry knowledge and a high degree of adaptability.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich is a leading M&A and energy transactions lawyer in Croatia. His ability to handle multiple high-value deals simultaneously, combined with his deep knowledge of corporate law, sets him apart. His strategic approach ensures transactions run smoothly and efficiently.’

‘Ivan Dvojković possesses exceptional analytical skills. He can quickly identify relevant facts, assess complex legal issues and develop logical and well-reasoned arguments.’

“It is a highly competent and versatile team. Their collective skills and expertise are a significant asset in tackling a wide range of challenges and delivering successful outcomes.”

Ivan Dvojkovic brings a wealth of experience to the negotiating table, confidently engaging with top corporate executives. He remains composed and strategic, even in high-stake discussions.

‘Ivan Dvojkovć is an exceptional negotiator and his experience is a valuable asset in structuring transactions.’

‘Ivan Dvojković is highly solution-oriented, with a remarkable ability to distinguish critical issues from background noise. His negotiation skills and strategic mindset make him indispensable in high-stakes deals.’

“BDV is a tax team with high level of competence in tax matters. They have the capacity to creatively brainstorm solutions and are proven to work great in MNE environment. The team is multidisciplinary with a strong tax law emphasis. This results in reasoned opinion, backed-up with EU case law which can be very handy when dealing with new situations and implementing innovative solutions on the market. It is a great pleasure working with them.”

‘Vladimir Batarelo is an exceptional team leader, and successfully combines his extensive experience in banking, and finance-related matters. He is highly analytical, quick to respond and an excellent professional.’

“Absolutely professional. Very practical advice for a global startup with a subsidiary in Croatia.”

‘Enthusiastic and energetic corporate team.‘

The true strength of BDV is their ability to tailor their advice to meet the specific needs of our business. Their strategic recommendations consistently address not just the immediate legal concerns but also the long-term business implications.

‘Laurenz Vuchetich is a professional negotiator and mediator and is always prepared to address any concerns that may come up in the process. As a competent and knowledgeable professional, he offers solutions that meet clients’ needs.’ 

‘Whenever we’ve needed their support, even during the most challenging times, BDV has been there for us.’

Laurenz Vuchetich is eloquent, thorough, reasonable and very pleasant to work with’

Marko Bohaček is a highly skilled lawyer, known for his attention to detail and technical expertise in drafting complex agreements. His ability to navigate intricate transactions with precision is commendable.’

‘With extensive experience in navigating complex banking and financial agreements and documents, Vladimir Batarelo has consistently demonstrated an ability to handle even the most intricate financial transactions with precision and clarity. He has advised us on a range of financial and tax law matters, always ensuring that we remain on firm legal ground while maximising our opportunities.’

‘Ivan Dvojkovć’s ability to provide insightful counsel and craft persuasive argument sets him apart.’

‘Vladimir Batarelo is an excellent negotiator and banking and finance lawyer. He has a very pragmatic approach to cases and provides some of the best and most precise comments. Vladimir is also very good at seeing the bigger picture and understanding the business’ needs of our firm.’ 

Marko Bohaček demonstrates impressive commitment. Despite the complexity of the deal, he quickly grasps the intricate details.

‘Ivan Dvojkovic’s experience gives him the edge over all counterpart legal teams during negotiations. He is knowledgeable in the financial aspects of the transactions, which helps our communication process.’

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