Introduction Serbia is increasingly recognized as a growing hub for businesses, entrepreneurs, and expatriates. Whether you’re a company looking to expand into new markets or an individual managing cross-border activities, navigating Serbia’s legal and tax landscape can be challenging. Professional guidance ensures you remain compliant, avoid pitfalls, and take full advantage of opportunities. At Stojković […]
Foreign law firms handling Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) in Serbia often face significant delays due to lengthy approval processes. These delays, stemming from regulatory approvals and governmental red tape, can slow down deal timelines and create uncertainty. This article highlights the key challenges related to regulatory and governmental delays in Serbia and provides practical strategies […]
Due diligence is a critical step in any Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) transaction. It provides the key information needed to assess risks, opportunities, and the true value of a target company. However, foreign law firms often face several challenges when conducting due diligence in Serbia. From incomplete or unreliable information to hidden liabilities, these problems […]
Introduction to the Plea Agreement A plea agreement, governed by Article 313 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CPC) of Serbia, is essential in the criminal justice system. It enables the prosecution and defense to negotiate, ultimately saving time and judicial resources. Concluding a Plea Agreement According to Article 313, the public prosecutor and the defendant […]
Deferred Prosecution & Plea Bargains in Serbia are two critical mechanisms shaping the country’s modern criminal justice system. The Criminal Procedure Code introduced deferred prosecution, called “oportunitet,” under Article 283 to streamline the Serbian judicial process. This mechanism defers proceedings under specific conditions and provides alternative resolutions for minor offenses. Similarly, plea bargains, governed by Articles […]
For decades, going to the countries of Western Europe or across the Atlantic, in a pursuit of a more prosperous future or the realization of the American Dream, has been an ideal for people from the Balkans. However, many, due to the love for their family and friends, nostalgia for their homeland and the hedonistic […]