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Our experienced legal team advises on a wide range of financial matters, including banking, investment funds, and insurance, both from a regulatory standpoint and in the context of complex financial transactions.

We represent lenders, borrowers, and guarantors throughout all phases of finance deals. Whether acting as local or lead counsel, we support our clients from the negotiation and execution of security documents to the signing and closing of LMA-standard facility agreements, fully adapted to Croatian legal requirements.

Our goal is to provide strategic legal guidance that ensures regulatory compliance and transaction efficiency in every financial matter.


“Advisory services are precise; presented options are transparent with clearly defined implications, everything is provided promptly and on time.”

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.

‘BDV has proven to be an industry leader in banking and financial matters. The team members have excellent organisational and technical skills, as well as excellent communication skills. Providing successful solutions and paying attention to clients’ interests are what make them stand out from the rest.’

‘The BDV team excels in handling complex commercial agreements, offering strategic advice that extends beyond legal compliance to identifying opportunities and risks. Their understanding of both domestic and international business landscapes makes them a trusted partner.’

‘The firm boasts an exceptionally experienced team of attorneys specialising in commercial, corporate, and M&A law.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich is a leading M&A and energy transactions lawyer in Croatia. His ability to handle multiple high-value deals simultaneously, combined with his deep knowledge of corporate law, sets him apart. His strategic approach ensures transactions run smoothly and efficiently.’

“BDV is a tax team with high level of competence in tax matters. They have the capacity to creatively brainstorm solutions and are proven to work great in MNE environment. The team is multidisciplinary with a strong tax law emphasis. This results in reasoned opinion, backed-up with EU case law which can be very handy when dealing with new situations and implementing innovative solutions on the market. It is a great pleasure working with them.”

Laurenz Vuchetich is eloquent, thorough, reasonable and very pleasant to work with’

‘Enthusiastic and energetic corporate team.‘

“BDV has a well-established tax department that is highly active in tax planning work, particularly in corporate tax. The team is extremely close-knit, and they share knowledge and experience to the benefit of the clients.”

’BDV is a highly competent and versatile team. Their collective skills and expertise are a significant asset in tackling a wide range of challenges and delivering successful outcomes.’

‘Vladimir Batarelo is an exceptional team leader, and successfully combines his extensive experience in banking, and finance-related matters. He is highly analytical, quick to respond and an excellent professional.’

‘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.’ 

Laurenz Vuchetich is a firmly established corporate law star on the market.’

‘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.’

Laurenz Vuchetich puts his heart and mind into closing deals’

‘BDV has established a strong reputation for its expertise in banking, finance and taxation. The firm boasts a highly skilled team of seasoned professionals who possess deep industry knowledge and a high degree of adaptability.’

“The team is very professional, responsive and clear in their advice. The experts within the team impressed me with their creative, helpful and straightforward approach. They developed robust expertise in the tax-related aspects of cross–border reorganisations, offering multi-jurisdictional coverage.”

“Absolutely professional. Very practical advice for a global startup with a subsidiary in Croatia.”

Laurenz Vuchetich is extremely reliable, knowledgeable and business-savvy.‘

‘Vladimir Batarelo possesses a unique blend of legal expertise, dedication, and a deep understanding of our business needs that have consistently impressed us.’ 

“BDV’s team of highly competent and resourceful young professionals has a strong expertise in EU VAT and customs law. Their advice is practical, easy to understand – even though the tax matters can be quite complicated – and really helps solving matters.”

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

‘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 tax team, headed by tax partner Vladimir Batarelo, houses a robust and multidisciplinary tax practice with a strong focus on direct, indirect tax, international tax, transfer pricing and income taxes. They are very client oriented, proactive and solution oriented. They provide a straightforward and easy-to-follow solution.”

“Laurenz Vuchetich goes above and beyond for us, giving commercial support in the negotiations.”

“BDV team is highly professional, with in-depth knowledge, reliable and one of the best law firms in Croatia. They are highly specialised in cross-border transactions and with valuable knowledge on tax issues.”

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

‘Composed of highly competent and resourceful young professionals’

‘The team provides top-notch advice with exceptional personal commitment, as well as a quick turnaround of complex documents.’

‘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.’

We value Batarelo Dvojkovic Vuchetich’s availability, know-how and the customer relationship. It also understands the situation and circumstances.

‘Whenever we’ve needed their support, even during the most challenging times, BDV has been there for us.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich demonstrates exceptional expertise in structuring M&A deals, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. His ability to align legal strategy with business goals makes him a standout advisor.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich is a professional negotiator and mediator and is always prepared to address any concerns that may come up in the process. As a competent and knowledgeable professional, he offers solutions that meet clients’ needs.’ 

‘With extensive experience in navigating complex banking and financial agreements and documents, Vladimir Batarelo has consistently demonstrated an ability to handle even the most intricate financial transactions with precision and clarity. He has advised us on a range of financial and tax law matters, always ensuring that we remain on firm legal ground while maximising our opportunities.’

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