Žuric i Partneri in cooperation with Kinstellar’s employment team boasts a ‘deep understanding of the intricacies of employment law’ and an impressive client roster, including major domestic banks, tobacco companies and trade unions. The team’s scope of work also includes employment termination and redundancies, outsourcing, and collective bargaining matters. Litigation expert Miroslav Plašćar leads the team and frequently represents banking clients in employment-related mandates, advising on the full range of employment legislation issues. Vedran Kopilovic handles employment remuneration schemes, dismissals and corporate reorganisations, and Zrinka Ivanković is another key contact in the group.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The team is consistently proactive, responsive, and precise in their provision of information. They maintain ongoing communication.'

  • 'Zrinka Ivanković is exceptionally responsive and competent.'

  • ‘What makes Žuric i Partneri's employment practice unique is their deep understanding of the intricacies of employment law and their commitment to delivering tailored solutions to their clients. Their team's strengths lie in their extensive knowledge of labour regulations, their ability to provide strategic advice, and their exceptional client service.'

  • ‘Miroslav Plašćar is a long-standing lawyer, who is the best we have ever worked with.’

  • 'The team's key capabilities include a thorough grasp of local laws, a client-centric approach, and a track record of successfully handling complex employment cases.'

  • ‘The practice is superb.’

  • 'Andrijana Kaštelan's  intelligence and sharp focus are truly commendable. She has a deep understanding of the legal matters at hand and a remarkable ability to dissect complex issues with precision.'

  • 'The individuals are very attentive and cooperative.'

Key clients

  • OTP Leasing
  • Accolade Group
  • Scott Bader
  • ELIND
  • TAWAL
  • British American Tobacco
  • Croatian Employers’ Union
  • Robert |Irlinger
  • The Blockhouse Technology
  • ButterflyMX Inc.
  • Pharmas
  • Cloudsense
  • Dviation Training Services
  • Kraftmontasje AS
  • TBG Beton
  • Huawei Technology
  • Rockwool Adriatic

Work highlights

  • Advised OTP banka during trade union negotiations on the terms of a collective agreement affecting over 1,000 of the bank's employees.
  • Advised TAWAL upon $1.2bn worth acquisition of telecoms towers on local labour requirements and managerial arrangements.
  • Advised on the establishment and structuring of the Croatian Employers' Association, one of the largest national employers' associations comprising of several sectoral employers' associations in Croatia.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Miroslav Plašćar

Other key lawyers

Vedran Kopilovic, Zrinka Ivanković, Andrijana Kaštelan