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Dispute Resolution

We provide strategic legal support in resolving complex corporate, commercial, regulatory, and tax disputes, requiring innovative and pragmatic approaches tailored to each client’s needs.

Our Dispute Resolution team assists clients at every stage of the process, both in Croatia and internationally. From the initial assessment of legal strategies to negotiation, mediation (including ICC proceedings), and settlement, through to litigation, arbitration, and final enforcement – we deliver effective representation and results.

We work across sectors, ensuring that each dispute is approached with deep legal insight, sector-specific knowledge, and a commitment to protecting our clients’ interests.


‘Tomislav Sadrić’s work was remarkable. In ten years of complex litigation, no lawyer has shown his combination of tenacity, strategic insight, and innate will to win. His deep expertise in real estate law, combined with his strategic thinking and meticulous preparation has been evident at every stage. We would highly recommend Tomislav to anyone facing complex legal matters, particularly in real estate.’

Vladimir Batarelo has broad legal experience, which he easily transforms into solving cases. He is ready to explore new options and tackle difficult challenges creatively.’

‘The talented Vladimir A. Batarelo has extensive experience in, among other fields, dispute resolution related matters, and he is an excellent and trustworthy lawyer.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich is engaged, responsive, hardworking, and extremely knowledgeable. He is very creative and able to give pragmatic and straightforward advice.’

‘BDV is knowledgeable of energy regulations.‘

‘The BDV team is dynamic and possesses excellent organisational and technical skills. Seeing the big picture is one of the team’s strengths.’

‘We have been a client of BDV for many years, and they have represented us successfully in numerous cases. What we value most is not only their strong courtroom advocacy but also their ability to resolve disputes through negotiation and settlement when that is in our best interest. They know our business well, which makes their advice very practical and focused, and they are always responsive and reliable.’

‘We have found BDV to be truly distinctive from other law firms due to their comprehensive understanding of both regulatory frameworks and market dynamics.’

‘Laurenz Vuchetich has an outstanding ability to anticipate regulatory and market trends in the energy sector. He combines strong technical knowledge with creativity, often finding innovative solutions that move projects forward. His leadership and big-picture thinking make him a go-to advisor on complex energy matters.’

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

Vladimir Batarelo has a deep understanding of the litigation process relating to financial related matters and EU state aid. He is committed to deliver clear, actionable guidance makes him a key asset to our legal team.

‘Tomislav Sadrić has strong litigation expertise and great attention to detail, which gives us real confidence in the courtroom and adds clear strength to the team.’

‘What truly sets Tomislav Sadrić apart is his exceptional ability to transform the most complex and contentious legal battles into harmonious resolutions. His insight into dispute dynamics is unparalleled, and he approaches each case with an unparalleled level of dedication and sophistication.’

‘BDV houses a flexible, always-available, knowledgeable and very motivated team, which is able to react quickly with easy-to-follow advice.’

‘BDV has specific local technical knowledge on legal issues in the energy regulatory and contracts sphere. I would describe them as innovative in the sense that they are lawyers who actually have an understanding of the commercial reality of energy projects in Croatia.’

‘The team’s greatest asset is their ability to develop and execute winning strategies while remaining adaptable to evolving circumstances. They are proactive in their communication, thoroughly prepared for every hearing and negotiation, and maintain a professional standard that gives us confidence even in high-stakes situations.’

‘BDV represented us in a complex litigation, and throughout the entire process, they proved to be true experts in the field. Their in-depth knowledge of state aid regulations, coupled with their strategic approach to handling the intricacies of our case, was nothing short of impressive.’

‘Good understanding of business, not just law issues.’

‘Vladimir Batarelo has the ability to see the bigger picture while managing intricate legal details. He approaches each matter with a clear strategy, excellent preparation, and a calm professionalism that inspires confidence.’

‘BDV legal team has broad knowledge in different areas of the energy sector, and they perfectly apply their previous experience in new projects. They provide legal advice and opinions very professionally, accurately, and in short time periods. They have a very high level of understanding of the energy sector and the business needs of companies performing business in this sector.’

‘Vladimir Batarelo is a legal expert with a deep understanding of business, expectations, and goals, and is highly involved in all aspects of litigation. In addition to being fast and hardworking, he is always prepared, ahead of schedule, and constructive.’

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

‘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.’

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