Managing Partner
Established in 2019, Kerveshi & Partners Law Firm is a leading full-service law firm in Pristina which has a wealth of experience in IP, commercial law, and white-collar crime matters. The firm is known for its litigation skills and is well-versed in commercial arbitration and mediation. Clients of the firm include notable individuals, multinationals, local companies, and international enterprises. Media and social media companies regularly mandate the firm to assist with IP and industry-related issues. Energy is also a key sector for the firm and the team continues to represent international investors in administrative and public law cases. Managing partner Kujtim Kerveshi is the go-to litigator in Kosovo, he has extensive experience in defending victims of war crimes. Gent Spahija is notable for litigating on behalf of banking institutions, Kadri Mjekiqi focuses on criminal law and criminal procedural law, and Nazlije Sope handles IP, commercial contracts, and labour law. Fatjana Shabanaj is key to matters involving labour law and commercial law.
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Testimonials
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‘This legal practice stands out for its exceptional team of attorneys who bring a rare combination of expertise, creativity, and compassion to their work. The lawyers here have deep knowledge across a wide range of practice areas, allowing them to provide fully informed counsel on complex multi-issue cases. Overall, this practice offers an unparalleled combination of legal excellence and compassionate counsel. This client-focused approach sets the firm apart from others and would appeal to potential clients seeking not just expert legal guidance, but also a true advocate and partner.’
‘The lawyers at Kerveshi & Partners offer an exceptional combination of legal expertise and compassionate counsel. Kujtim Kerveshi brings deep knowledge across practice areas along with creativity, innovative approach to finding solutions and strategic thinking. This team's commitment to mentoring and developing young lawyers also makes them stand out. Their legal talent and interpersonal skills deliver outstanding service.’
‘The law firm is extremely accessible and easy to work with. We have been working closely with Kujtim Kerveshi, Gent Spahija, Kadri Mjekiqi and other junior attorneys. They are constantly looking to innovate and we are aware of the fact that they are a leading law firm in working with IT clients.’
‘Kujtim Kerveshi is the best attorney in Kosovo without any doubt. The team is also extremely well-prepared. They are the only firm that can provide legal services in all legal areas. We have used them for commercial contracts, business, tax law, customs, land law, administrative and public law. ’
‘The expertise and experience of the Kerveshi & Partners Law Firm is of the utmost importance to ensure quality legal representation. The team members are very familiarised with the legal framework in Kosovo, techniques of interrogation and professional representation of clients in front of the court, also it is the lead firm in providing commitment to change the attitude of judges and prosecutors. ’
‘Kujtim Kerveshi has unique technical skills that makes him one of the best lawyer in his job.’
‘First, Kujtim Kerveshi is the best attorney in Kosovo. He and his team are a solution-driven law firm, they have excellent skills, they are extremely knowledgeable in material law and procedural law. Gent Spahija is a new star in this firm, he has worked with us in many commercial cases while Kadri Mjekiqi has covered some very complex criminal and privatisation cases. Fatjana Shabanaj, Nazlije Sope, Fiton Haklaj and Etnik Maloku are extremely helpful in all the legal opinions and cases we had.’
‘Kujtim Kerveshi is easy to access and is highly responsive; same as Gent Spahija, Kadri Mjekiqi and others in the team. The have best arbitration and mediation capacities. There is no other law firm that has also alternative dispute resolution. Their team is big thus they are always there when we need them. Everyone would feel safe and sound when Kerveshi & Partners is on their side. Very often we have recommended our partners to work with Kerveshi & Partners and they have been also extremely happy too. ’
Key clients
- Dua Lipa
- BMW Group
- SENS LSG GmbH
- Domino’s-Daufood
- Deel INC
- Future Energy Trading and Exchange Dynamics
- ProCredit Bank JSC
- Bahçeci Health Group
- Solar Green Energy
- Skins Agency
- RiGO Trading S.A
- ACHRO AG Switzerland
- Albi Mall
- Viva Fresh Store shpk
- Kraš Grupa
- HARIBO Holding GmbH & Co. KG
- National Democratic Institute
- Cardno
- DT Global
- KEP Trust
Work highlights
- Assisting Domino's with IPR related matters, franchise, investors arbitration and contract law.
- Advised and litigated on behalf of the claimant “Albi Mall” on several areas of law, real rights law, contract law, enforcement, tax and administrative dispute and mediation settlement.
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Kujtim Kerveshi, Gent Spahija, Kadri Mjekiqi, Nazlije Sope, Fatjana Shabanaj