Nihad Sijerčić
Sijercic & PartnersSijercic & Partners has a market-leading commercial, corporate and M&A practice operating from its Sarajevo office. The firm’s team has advised on some of the most complex acquisitions taking place in Bosnia & Herzegovina, and has a particular specialty for cross-border corporate and asset transfers. Major clients of the firm include international companies and businesses from a diverse range of sectors, including a leading sports betting and gaming group, and a leading regional telecoms and media conglomerate. Practice head and lead partner Nihad Sijerčić has extensive M&A experience, and is frequently assisted by Amina Đugum Brkanić. Minela Šehović recently joined the team.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team in Bosnia and Herzegovina is very open to communication and very reliable when it comes to following their advices on legal practices that we as a company must incorporate while establishing our business model. What makes them exceptional and unique is their responsiveness and thoroughness of responses. Every legal question we have is first researched and checked for current information, and they always provide relevant sources for their answers and the legal advices we receive from them. They respect the deadlines they set and provide urgent responses if we need any. At the end of each month, they send us a short summary of the services performed, with details about which lawyer worked on which topic, how much time was invested in a certain inquiry, and transparently communicate the cost for all services.’
‘Very client oriented approach, excellent level of anticipating clients' needs and next steps, and always fast reactions.’
‘What I appreciate about this law firm is that they are always available, respond quickly, have a mastery of details, and possess a broad understanding and perception of both the business and legal aspects.’
‘Their combination of deep legal expertise and a practical, business-oriented mindset. They understand the broader commercial implications of their advice. So in summary, it’s their expertise, availability, responsiveness, and business-savvy approach that make them different from competitors, and these qualities are what I value the most in our collaboration.’
‘The firm maintains a high level of professionalism that is above and beyond the legal market in Bosnia and Herzegovina. They keep track of international trends and best practices, while maintaining a deep understanding of the local environment.’
‘Responsiveness, expertise and business savvy. Working with Nihad and his team is always a pleasure.’
Key clients
- United Group
- Flutter Entertainment Inc.
- IFFCO Food Industries
- Philip Morris
- PowerChina Resources Limited
- GLS Alternative Investment
- Henkel
- Pfizer
- Microsoft Corporation Inc.
- LKQ CZ s.r.o.
Work highlights
- Advising LKQ on selling shares in SIM IMPEX, its subsidiary in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Advising Flutter Entertainment plc, the leading global sports betting and gaming group, on its acquisition of an initial 51% stake in MaxBet.
- Advising United Group, a regional telecom and media conglomerate, in a number of proceedings before the competition authorities and telecom regulators in Bosnia and Herzegovina (together with the local lawyers in the other countries of the Western Balkans), including with respect to content and infrastructure, as well as wholesale and retail operations.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Minela Šehović
Sijercic & PartnersPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nihad Sijerčić