Where: Why in Istanbul, of course. The size of a couple of New Yorks, Istanbul is one metropolis that made the right decision on urban wildlife. Mice and rats can be unseemly and dangerous, and dogs tend to leave a mess in the middle of the street. Cats, on the other hand, are clean, take care of the rat problem, are reasonably well-behaved, and are just exceedingly cute. Well done, Istanbul!
Critical Skills in the GC Toolkit
Setting the stage at the recently held CEE Legal Matters GC Summit in Istanbul, top-tier legal professionals at prominent companies and law firms alike – from across CEE and beyond – shared their insights on what General Counsels must have in their toolbox to guarantee the delivery of high-quality work. Specifically, the experts considered the importance of the GC role as a trusted advisor, getting the most out of negotiations, and the specifics of client service from a GC perspective.
Deal Expanded: Reed Smith’s Michael Young Talks About the Deal of the Year in Slovakia
CEELM: Tell us a bit about the deal and your firm’s role in getting it across the finish line.
Deal Expanded: Dentons’ Simon Dayes and Ulcar & Partnerji’s Matjaz Ulcar Talk About the Deal of the Year Serbia
CEELM: First, congratulations on winning the DOTY! Tell us a bit about the deal and your firm’s role in getting it across the finish line.
Deal Expanded: ZSP’s Stojan Semiz, Jelisaveta Stanisic, and Tijana Trivunovic Talk About the Deal of the Year in Serbia
CEELM: First, congratulations on winning the DOTY!
Deal Expanded: Gladei & Partners’ Dan Nicoara and CET-Nord’s Adrian Crasnobaev Talk About the Deal of the Year in Moldova
Nicoara: First, congratulations on winning the Deal of the Year award in Moldova!
Deal Expanded: Savoric & Partners’ Boris Savoric Talks About the DOTY in Croatia
CEELM: Tell us a bit about the deal and your firm’s role in getting it across the finish line.
Deal Expanded: Schoenherr’s Christoph Moser and Angelika Fischer Talk About the DOTY in Austria
CEELM: First, congratulations on winning the Deal of the Year award in Austria!
Growing Organically Across CEE: Peterka & Partners Opens for Business in Croatia
Peterka & Partners has been steadily expanding its reach across Europe for more than 23 years, with the recent addition of Croatia to the firm’s network. Peterka & Partners Managing Partner Ondrej Peterka and the Croatian firm’s Main Contact Person, Attorney-at-Law Anja Haramija, share details about the firm’s vision and its recent expansion.
North Macedonia: Investment Opportunities in the Real Estate Market
The Macedonian real estate market reached its greatest growth and development in the last ten years. As a result of the increased investments in the real estate market, the legislation that regulates the respective matter is constantly changing to meet the amended conditions resulting from the growth, so we can see simplified procedures for obtaining building permits and simplified procedures for the transfer of ownership rights.
Greece: Real Estate Investment Companies
The real estate market in Greece has risen the most in the last years, creating attractive incentives for institutional investors, who are constantly seeking optimal investment structures to implement their large-scale real estate projects. A highly popular investment vehicle among seasoned real estate players has been the Real Estate Investment Company (REIC), which promises investors financial benefits and a more stable and favorable tax regime.
Bulgaria: Lease Agreement Trends and Issues
The end of the COVID-19 pandemic led to growth in the commercial real estate market in Bulgaria. So far, the biggest winners are the office, industrial, and logistics sectors, since most investors and retailers are still hesitant about the future of shopping centers. According to the latest reports, the available office space in Bulgaria increased by 7% in the second half of 2022, and more than 180,000 square meters of office space were leased during the same period, the highest amount since 2017.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Key Dilemmas To Solve when Buying Real Estate
In the complex administrative apparatus and historical diversity of Bosnia and Herzegovina, a complex system of Real Estate Registries was developed. What does a buyer need to know in order to protect themselves from the risks that can arise in the purchase of real estate?
Ukraine: Is the Russian Invasion Considered a Force Majeure Event for a Ukrainian-Law Lease Contract?
The laws of Ukraine define force majeure as an extraordinary and unpreventable event, man-made or act of God, which objectively makes impossible the performance of contractual obligation(s) by one or both parties to a contract. Force majeure exempts a non-performing party from liability (penalties) for breach of contractual duty if caused by force majeure rather than from the performance of contractual obligations.
Latvia: Supreme Court Sheds Light on Liability of Building Owners for Accidents on Premises
At the end of 2022, the Latvian Supreme Court finally made a judgment in one of the dozens of civil cases stemming from the so-called Zolitude tragedy. 54 people died and dozens were injured back in 2013, when the roof of a trade center located in one of the suburbs of Riga, Zolitude, collapsed.
Czech Republic: Revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive – More Practical EPCs?
On February 9, 2023, the Committee on Industry, Research, and Energy voted in favor of a revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which is a part of the EU’s new extensive climate and energy legislation known as “Fit for 55”. The main objective of the revised EPBD is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the overall energy consumption of buildings by 2030 with the eventual goal of reaching climate-neutral buildings in the EU by 2050.
Austria: Latest Developments in the Real Estate Market
The Austrian real estate market has been characterized by steady growth over the last decade, driven by a strong economy, low-interest rates, and increasing demand from both local and foreign buyers.
Croatia: Strategic Investment Projects – 10 Years Later
Strategic investment project legislation was first introduced into the Croatian legal system through the Strategic Investment Act that came into force in 2013, which, after two amendments (in 2014 and 2016), was replaced by the new Strategic Investment Act in April 2018.