Global Guide 2026 : Central & Eastern Europe
Provided by Karanovic & Partners
Our banking and finance team is the largest in the SEE region, with presence in Serbia, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Albania. We have a wealth of experience advising clients on financial products, transactions and compliance matters in complex, demanding and ever-changing regulatory environments.
As recognised pioneers in local practice development, we have worked on the first syndicated loan facilities and financial derivatives transactions in the region. We are recognised as having proactively shaped the emerging PPP trend in our markets and, in cooperation with lawyers qualified in relevant jurisdictions, have assisted in the realisation of large-scale infrastructure projects throughout the region.
One of the latest recognitions for our regional banking & finance team includes winning a “Deal of the Year” Award by CEE Legal Matters in 2025 in Montenegro for advising Akuo Energy Central Europe and KfW IPEX-Bank GmbH on the refinancing of Krnovo 72 MW Wind Power Plant.
Our spectrum of legal services includes, inter alia:
For more information on our legal practice and deals please visit karanovicpartners.com.
Provided by Chambers
Karanovic & Partners boasts particular strength in Serbia, Croatia and Slovenia. The team demonstrates noteworthy capability in debt refinancing and project finance, particularly in the energy and real estate sectors. The law firm further acts on regulatory compliance and fintech matters.
Belgrade-based Maja Jovančević Šetka is a key client contact for this practice.
Provided by Chambers
They demonstrate outstanding capability in managing complex legal issues, combining thorough analysis with practical solutions that align with business objectives. Their foresight and attention to detail provide confidence that all aspects are covered and risks are minimised.
Karanovic & Partners have an exceptionally capable team with extensive knowledge for advising on complex international matters.
Their services are provided with understanding of banking business.
Provided by Karanovic & Partners
Maja Jovačević Šetka
Head of Department
Darko Jovanović
Head of Department
Europe 2026
Practice area: Banking & Finance
Location: Central & Eastern Europe
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