ODI is one of the leading independent
corporate law firms in South-East Europe
ODI is one of the leading independent corporate law firms in South-East Europe which has participated in the biggest and most complicated transactions in the Adria region. Due to our four offices and two desks we have a permanent presence in the Slovenian, Serbian, Croatian and Macedonian, Bosnian and Montenegrin market hence, we can ensure the best legal service in the region for all cross-border projects. Our growth in recent years has enabled us to build a practice that meets the key needs of our clients. We are proud to cooperate with multinational corporations, regional and local clients, as well as leading international and financial institutions of public and private nature in all areas of our practice. We treat each of our clients individually and appreciate their unique importance to our law firm. We aim to achieve the best possible result for our clients and relying on rich knowledge and experience of our legal experts strive to shed light on each legal issue from all angles and assess all relevant risks.
OUR APPROACH
Three main features distinguish us from other law firms: full focus on our clients, high level of expertise in all areas of our legal practice and a broad regional presence. We always put our clients’ needs first and make understanding, anticipating and fulfilling individual clients’ legal needs our top priority. This commitment, together with our in-depth knowledge and experience in different areas of our practice, enables us to provide a high-quality service. When transferring our knowledge and expertise into results, we strive to create lasting value for our clients. The following three values characterize our approach:
Outstanding
We fulfill all expectations. We are guided by high ethical standards and especially the highest level of professionalism. We tailor our approach to our clients’ needs and always try to not only meet our clients’ wishes but to exceed them.
Dynamic
We understand the needs of the economy and the business challenges of our clients. Our focus and continuous ability to adapt to different situations ensure the success and reliability of our services.
Innovative
Our dedication and perseverance create added value for our clients and contribute to their success. Using unique solutions we can perform even the boldest plans and ensure a competitive advantage to our clients.
We fulfill all of our promises to our clients
and guarantee optimal results in SEE.
Uroš Ilić – Managing Partner
“This is a law firm on which you can rely on. High quality.”
“very commercial and pragmatic in their approach”
“They performed an excellent job in every perspective.”
“Notable experience in corporate/M&A, restructuring and insolvency, which it handles as part of an extensive offering.
Further offices in Croatia, Serbia, Montenegro and Macedonia allow it to handle cross-border mandates in the region.”
“Uroš Ilić has the ability to find appropriate solutions in areas that seem insoluble and Matjaž Jan is a first-rate negotiator.”
“Cooperative, always reachable, timely and professional.”
“The team is strong in insolvency law and M&A, possessing the detailed knowledge required for our case. The lawyers are also responsive, and the advice they provide is straight to the point.”
“One thing that makes this team different from other law firms is that the lawyers are very proactive – they see an issue and they propose a way of solving it…”
“For strategic cases, I always choose this firm because of its deep knowledge and our great working relationship.”
“All the lawyers of ODI Law Firm, with whom I have been working in the past, have truly impressed me as they provided the support that I needed being new to the country, and not being familiar with the legal system in detail. They answer very fast, are tough in negotiations and provide good feedback. Their main strength is that they try to maximise my support and not their hours.”
“ODI Law Firm delivers commercially pragmatic and responsive service.”
„Well-regarded outfit known for its outstanding corporate restructuring and distressed M&A practice, acting for banks as well as debtors.“
AWARDS & RANKINGS
ODI ranked Tier 1 in the IFLR1000 rankings for 2019
IFLR1000 released the 2019 Guide to the World’s Leading Financial Law Firms.
We are pleased to announce that ODI has been named a Top Tier Slovenian law firms in the IFLR1000 rankings in the field of Financial and Corporate law as well as Project development for 2019.
ODI ranked as a leading corporate / commerceal firm by Chambers & Partners
Our endeavours and commitment to excellence have (again) been recognised, with ODI ranked as a leading law firm in the field of Corporate and Commercial Law by one of the leading legal directories Chambers and Partners in their Global Guide for 2019.
ODI ranked in Chambers Europe 2019
Having just recently been recognized by Chambers and Partners as a leading law firm in their Global Guide for 2019, we have again been top-ranked by one the world’s leading legal directories in their Europe Guide for 2019, with our endeavors recognized in the fields of Corporate/Commercial and Banking & Finance, joined this year by the field of Dispute Resolution.
ODI named a Tier 1 Firm by Legal 500 in the 2019 EMEA edition
With its team branded as “open-minded and professional”, ODI has maintained its elite Tier 1 status in the Legal 500 2019 EMEA edition.
