‘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 stands out for its expertise and professionalism in banking and finance. With extensive experience, the team handles even the most complex matters with precision and efficiency. What sets BDV apart is the continuous support they provide throughout the legal process – working closely with clients and delivering tailored solutions. Their flexibility and ability to adapt quickly to clients’ specific needs make them a trusted partner.’

‘Vladimir Batarelo is an outstanding advisor in banking and finance. He brings deep knowledge of financing structures and combines it with sharp strategic thinking, always focused on getting deals across the line efficiently.’

We mainly work with partner Vladimir A. Batarelo, whose calm and composed demeanour stands out, even in the most challenging and fast-paced situations.

‘Laurenz Vuchetich is a leading lawyer in geothermal projects in Croatia.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich is an exceptional energy law expert with a comprehensive understanding of the industry. He has the unique ability to navigate complex cross-border issues, particularly in renewable energy and natural resources, offering strategic advice that aligns with clients’ business goals.’

‘BDV Law Firm is an energy law powerhouse in Croatia. Their energy law team has a couple of lawyers who really understand the energy framework.’

‘The BDV team has highly knowledgeable specialists who provide outstanding advice to clients. In addition to being very dynamic, approachable, and easy to work with, they can handle any financing and tax matter that arises. While working with BDV, we were impressed with their level of expertise, and we would not hesitate to recommend them.’

‘We have always been impressed with the team’s sharp expertise and balanced, business-minded advice. Their ability to connect financial and tax perspectives makes even the most complex issues feel manageable, and their guidance is consistently clear, practical and reliable.’

‘The team is highly skilled and responsive, managing complex financing matters with ease. They combine technical precision with a practical, business-oriented approach, and their cross-border experience, together with integrated tax and finance expertise adds real value.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich excels at managing complex privatisation processes and large-scale projects. His deep understanding of regulatory and compliance issues, combined with his proactive problem-solving skills, has been crucial in achieving my goals efficiently. His proactive approach not only addresses current legal complexities but also prepares clients for potential future challenges, thereby safeguarding the long-term success of energy projects.’

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

‘Strong industry expertise, very dedicated team, responsive, and available. Great collaboration overall.’

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.

‘The banking, finance, and tax team has been a trusted advisor to us on several complex matters. They supported us with both financing structures and tax planning, always providing clear and practical guidance. We value their responsiveness, their ability to anticipate potential issues, and the way they deliver solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Working with them has given us confidence that even the most challenging matters will be handled smoothly and efficiently.’

‘Our main contact at BDV for banking and finance is Vladimir Batarelo. He combines professionalism with exceptional responsiveness. Even in complex cases, Vladimir provides practical and cost-efficient advice that is clear and actionable. His collaborative approach and dedication make him a trusted partner, consistently focused on achieving the best results for clients.’

‘The BDV energy team consistently demonstrates its experience and pragmatic approach, with a strong understanding of both regulatory requirements and the realities of the sector. They have supported us on a wide range of matters, including cross-border projects, and we greatly value their ability to provide clear, solution-oriented advice.’

‘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.’ 

‘We have been working with the BDV energy team on various projects, and our experience has always been very positive. They combine strong sector knowledge with practical, business-oriented advice, which is essential in such a highly regulated field. The team is proactive, responsive, and reliable, and they consistently help us navigate complex regulatory requirements and project-related challenges.’

‘BDV is knowledgeable of energy regulations.‘

‘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.’