Wolf Theiss is well-equipped to handle cross-border projects and transactions, and leverages the expertise of its wider network in order to assist clients with international matters. The firm has notable strength in the banking and finance, energy, real estate and construction sectors. In Tirana, the firm is led by the highly regarded Sokol Nako, who has expertise in corporate law, banking and finance, and M&A. Senior associate Kristaq Profkola is a key name for advising on administrative law and European company law. Associates Xhet Hushi and Denis Selimi are names to note in the team.
Testimonials
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‘Their work has been delivered on time and high quality.’
‘Team is professional and willing to go the extra mile. Calm and patient even under strong time pressure.’
Key clients
- World Bank Group
- Snam
- 4iG
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
- Albanian Power Exchange Sha
- International Finance Corporation (IFC)
- OTP Bank Albania
- OTP Bank
- Raiffeisen Bank International
- European Investment Fund (EIF)
- IntelyCare
Work highlights
- Advising 4iG on the merger procedure of two of its subsidiaries in Albania, Albtelecom and ONE Telecommunications.
- Advising the Abu Dhabi Fund Development on the development and construction of up to 2,000 affordable housing units across multiple locations in Durrës County.
- Advising the Albanian Power Exchange Company (ALPEX) and the IFC on drafting power exchange membership contracts.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sokol Nako