Employment

Karanovic & Partners o.a.d.

With ‘exceptional expertise and deep knowledge’, Karanovic & Partners o.a.d.’ wide-ranging employment law practice covers day-to-day employment issues, labour disputes, M&A-related employment matters, redundancy proceedings and terminations. The team also advises on outsourcing, secondments, benefit plans, pension entitlements and workplace harassment, as well as whistleblowing, sick leave, work-related injuries, collective bargaining and trade union relations. Other notable areas are employment document drafting, immigration, and temporary residence and work permits. The ‘excellent’ Milena Jakšić Papac heads up the group, which features employment specialists Jelena Ašanin and Milijana Tomić. Boris Radojčić departed in August 2024.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘A leading law firm on the market. They have a team of highly-skilled legal advisers and they cover wide range of legal services. What sets this practice apart is its exceptional expertise and deep knowledge, allowing the team to offer a broad, well-rounded perspective on any issue.’
‘They are highly responsive and always quick to provide answers, taking the time to explain things clearly, even to colleagues from other fields.’
‘The team consists of wonderful professionals who collaborate seamlessly, fostering a positive and productive working environment. Their strong knowledge and great communication skills truly make them stand out.’
‘Milena Jakšić Papac is excellent. She provides clear advice on the technical elements, as well as strategic guidance that takes into account practical and commercial considerations.’
‘Milena Jakšić Papac navigates complexity and gives clear recommendations on proposed courses of action.’
‘Jelena Ašanin is an excellent lawyer, who is very dedicated and professional. Highly skilled and knowledgeable. More importantly, she looks at the issues from different angles and tries to find the best solution.’
‘Jelena Ašanin’s clients can't imagine working without her - extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and smart, and with outstanding communication skills and a great attitude.’
‘Jelena Ašanin is super-responsive, (even outside of regular hours and on weekends), and always ready to help and walk clients through different ways to approach solutions.’

Key clients

Bechtel
L’Oréal
Inditex Group
Johnson Electric International
West Pharmaceutical Services
Ericsson
Stellantis
Jetbrains
Ecolab
Sysdig
Volvo
HomeStory
Sika Group
ICON
Kone
Accenture
Vast.com
US Embassy
Australian Embassy

Work highlights

Advising Stellantis on various employment issues.
Assisted Jetbrains with the immigration approvals for employees and their family members relocating to Serbia.
Advising Bechtel on various employment issues.