
Vladimir A. Batarelo
Partner
Vladimir’s work focuses on tax law, financial transactions, and corporate and financial restructuring in various industries. Vladimir heads the firm’s tax and banking & finance law department, with an emphasis on the tax law aspects of transactions and tax controversy matters.
He also regularly advises clients on finance deals, where his engagement covers a strategic (structuring) approach to banking and finance mandates. Vladimir’s work has been consistently recognized by leading legal directories.
Having received his Mag. Jur. from the University of Zagreb and his LL.M. degree (cum laude) from Tilburg University (The Netherlands) focusing on International Business Tax Law.
Industries
Practices
Professional Organization Membership
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Croatian Bar Association
Education
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Tilburg Law School, LL.M. (cum laude), International Business Tax Law
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University of Zagreb, Mag. Jur.
Languages
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Croatian
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English
2025 | Dispute resolution, Legal500
‘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.’
2026 | Dispute resolution, Legal500
‘In disputes, Vladimir Batarelo combines strong advocacy with a pragmatic, results-oriented approach, always keeping the client’s best interests in focus. He stands out for his exceptional strategic advice and calm guidance, even in high-pressure situations.’
2026 | Commercial corporate and M&A, Legal500
‘Vladimir Batarelo is a rare combination of strong M&A, corporate and tax expertise, which makes him invaluable on complex transactions. He sees the whole picture, anticipates issues before they arise, and always offers clear, workable solutions. We really value his practical approach, availability, and the way he keeps negotiations moving smoothly.’
2025 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
Vladimir Batarelo has a deep understanding of international banking laws and practice.’
2025 | Tax Law, ITR World Tax
“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.”
2025 | Commercial corporate and M&A, Legal500
‘Vladimir Batarelo possesses a unique blend of legal expertise, dedication, and a deep understanding of our business needs that have consistently impressed us.’
2025 | Intellectual property, Legal500
‘Vladimir Batarelo uses his in-depth knowledge and experience to deliver what is expected, on time and on budget. He is easy to work with.’
2025 | EU and competition, Legal500
‘Vladimir Batarelo demonstrates great legal knowledge and admirable determination.’
2025 | Tax Law, ITR World Tax
“Absolutely professional. Very practical advice for a global startup with a subsidiary in Croatia.”
2025 | Dispute resolution, Legal500
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.’
2025 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
‘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.’
2026 | Real estate and construction, Legal500
‘Vladimir Batarelo complements the real estate team with his strong tax expertise. He works seamlessly with Tomislav Sadrić to ensure that legal and tax issues are fully aligned, which makes even complex matters feel straightforward. Their cooperation is a real strength of BDV and something that clearly sets them apart from other firms.’
2026 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
‘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.’
2025 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
‘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.’
2025 | Tax Law, ITR World Tax
“Understanding of our business, quick response, detailed explanations.”
2025 | Dispute resolution, Legal500
‘The talented Vladimir A. Batarelo has extensive experience in, among other fields, dispute resolution related matters, and he is an excellent and trustworthy lawyer.’
2025 | Intellectual property, Legal500
Vladimir Batarelo stands out for his IP knowledge, especially in the field of open source software. He has a creative approach to difficult legal issues and often finds unconventional yet effective solutions.’
2025 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
‘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.’
2025 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
‘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.’
2025 | EU and competition, Legal500
‘Vladimir Batarelo excels in managing complex legal projects.’
2025 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
‘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.’
2025 | Intellectual property, Legal500
Vladimir Batarelo’s pragmatic mindset allows him to tackle challenges head-on, providing us with the clarity and guidance necessary to make informed decisions.
2026 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
‘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.’
2026 | Dispute resolution, Legal500
‘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.’
2025 | Dispute resolution, Legal500
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.
2025 | Banking finance and capital markets, Legal500
We mainly work with partner Vladimir A. Batarelo, whose calm and composed demeanour stands out, even in the most challenging and fast-paced situations.
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