Our Services
Arbitration Services
Arbitration is type of alternative dispute resolution that exists outside of the justice court system to resolve disputes between two or more parties. Arbitrations can be ad hoc, where the parties agree amongst themselves upon the procedure rules, or administered through an arbitration organisation, where the arbitration rules are already established. The arbitrary decisions are made by an arbitrator or a panel of arbitrators, who have similar roles as judges. These decisions are binding and enforceable as provided under the…
Civil Law
Civil law is a term that refers to a set of laws which deal with the private interaction of citizens. Civil law issues range from family matters, such as marriage, divorce, alimony, adoption, and inheritance, to also other issues, such as a number of contracts. Through our experienced legal team, we provide support to our clients in all types of civil law issues. Our legal services cover all instances, at both administrative bodies and courts. Our pricing is always transparent,…
Commercial and Corporate Law
Whereas commercial law is an area of legal expertise dealing with the sale of goods and services, as well as related franchising and intellectual property rights, corporate law deals with the establishment of companies, the rights of shareholders, as well as company mergers, acquisitions, and assets. Both are areas of law fraught with complexities and challenges that companies may face from time to time. As laws changes and businesses adapt, a comprehensive set of robust legal services is what firms…
Compensation Claims
Compensation claims are demands for financial payments made by individuals or organisations due to physical, psychological, and/or material harm caused by other individuals, organisations, or events causing damage. Compensation claims cover harm made to the injured party, whether that may be deliberate or accidental. These situation arise typically due to accidents at work or while driving, but can also cover a wide variety of instances such as deliberate injuries in criminal cases or due to libelous statements in the media.…
Competition Law
Competition law is an area of legislation that exists to maintain fair market competition through regulation of anti-competitive practices implemented by companies. Instances can include the formation of monopolies and price-fixing, as well as various other forms of collusion that distorts the market price. These practices hinder other companies from entering a market, as well as harms the consumer through encouraging inflated prices, lower product and service quality, and discourages innovation and new investments. Our integrated legal team can…
Consumer Protection
Consumer protection is the act of safeguarding consumers when buying goods and services, and to protect the wider public from unfair practices by companies. Instances of violating consumer rights vary, but essentially goods and services must be provided under the conditions and price offered, as well as with relevant guarantees being respected. What is offered on sale may not contain false information on what the product or service contains nor false information of its efficacy. Equally important, products must be…
Criminal Law
All instances of criminal code violations are dealt with at a court of justice, with severe instance requiring the legal representation by a lawyer. Our criminal lawyers are highly astute, supportive, and possess extensive experience in criminal litigation in Kosovo. Our team provides support throughout the criminal proceedings and are dedicated to providing quality and excellence for our clients. We protect your rights as criminal defendants and ensure you get the best possible defence for your case. Our specialised…
Due Diligence and Investment
Due diligence refers to the process of assessing the legal regulatory framework as well as assessing the financial situation of the subject under consideration for investment. When an investor wishes to finance a business venture in Kosovo, then that investor will benefit from a legal assessment of the planned operation. Even more importantly, if a investor wishes to invest in part or all of a domestic company, then it is important for detailed checks to be made on the financial…
Intellectual Property
Intellectual property is the ownership of a creative works, which means intangible or non-physical properties. This can range from works of art, literature, films, and music to inventions, software, designs, and research. Intellectual property is legally protected by copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets. However, unscrupulous competitors often seek to gain financial benefit through utilising part or full components of other individuals’ or organisations’ intellectual creations. This is a type of intellectual theft if the original creators have never given…
Labour Rights and Pensions
Labour rights and pensions are two interlinked concepts. Labour rights are those rights associated with employees and their employers in conducting their obligations as provided under labour legislation. Pensions are the payments gained by workers when they retire due to age or health reasons, which are related to their salary contributions made to their respective pension funds while being active in employment. Labour rights can be infringed by employers regarding working hours, conditions, payment, and holiday or other entitlements. This…
Mediation Services
Mediation differs from arbitration in that any agreement reached between two or more disputing parties, the mediators have no power to impose a solution. Mediators are usually able to facilitate a settlement in a much shorter time than either arbitration or litigation, and the time and money invested in such a process are much lower. This is a significant advantage when the disputing parties are willing to settle for an agreement. Through our licensed and experienced mediators, we provide…
Personal Data Protection
Personal data, also referred to as personal information, is any kind of information about an identifiable person. This data can consist of almost any kind of information, ranging from names and date of birth, to bank details, shopping habits, health records, internet surfing, and lifestyle choices. The holder of your personal data is legally obliged to use it only for certain purposes approved of by the individual, without divulging such data to other parties. This type of protection is referred…
Public Procurement
Public procurement is the process of purchasing services, supplies, and works by government institutions and state-owned enterprises through the utilisation of public funds. The purchasing process is established through specific laws and regulations, and specific procedures exists for awarding contracts as well as challenging the awarding of those contracts. Public procurement is a source of major business opportunity for both national and international companies, and therefore also a highly competitive sector to operate in. Our legal affiliates have an…
Sport Disputes
Sport disputes arise when a losing individual or team disagree with the result of a competitive sports event. Such situation can arise through different factors, including allegations of cheating or doping, or natural and manmade disruptions at events as well as claims of inappropriate decisions made by judges and referees. Considering the prestige and prize winnings that accompany sporting events, as well as media advertising, large sums of money are at stake when it comes to winning or losing in…
Tax & Customs
Taxes and custom tariffs are payments set by the state in order to source funds for the country’s annual budget. These are a complicated web of laws and regulations that are a challenge for any company to navigate through. With a constantly evolving tax and customs environment, it is difficult to keep abreast of the latest changes that affect your business. Without a steady and sure guidance by specialists in this field, it is easy for a company to make…