BDK Advokati AOD's real estate and construction practice has extensive commercial real estate expertise. The team also fields specialists in regional construction matters, FIDIC work and construction-related arbitrations. The practice’s scope encompasses negotiating construction and real estate documentation, along with managing projects throughout their lifecycles. Greenfield real estate, energy and infrastructure project specialist Dragoljub Cibulić is department head; while Milan Dakić, focuses on real estate, construction and environmental law and is experienced in FIDIC contracts. Đorđe Zejak advises on the sale of both single assets and real estate portfolios.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘A trusted legal representative - consistently delivers high-quality guidance on complex legal matters.’
  • ‘The firm stands out for its availability, responsiveness and in-depth expertise in construction contracts and arbitration, particularly those involving FIDIC-based and design and build contracts.’
  • ‘Their commercial insight and adaptability to providing tailored advice, even as circumstances change, are exceptional.’
  • ‘BDK approaches issues holistically, considering all angles, rather than focusing narrowly on the specific field the matter may pertain to.’
  • ‘Their advice is always thorough, practical and precise.’
  • ‘Clients find no shortcomings in their service. BDK is recognised for its speed, accuracy and realistic management of expectations, while consistently aligning its strategy with the nuances of local legal contexts.’
  • ‘Milan Dakić is exceptional - known for his calm demeanour and efficiency, even under the tightest deadlines.’

  • ‘Milan Dakić is always available to offer precise and high-quality legal advice.’

Key clients

  • Indotek Group
  • Aviv Arlon
  • Eaton
  • VGP
  • New Energy Solutions
  • Sinyar Holding
  • CBS International
  • MK Group

Work highlights

  • Advising Indotek on the acquisition by Hungarian investor Diófa Fund Management of Indotek Group's Belgrade office portfolio.
  • Advising VGP on the acquisition and development of a large logistics centre in Belgrade.
  • Assisting New Energy Solutions with drafting and negotiating the project documents for the Cibuk 2 wind power plant project.

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Practice head

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Dragoljub Cibulić

Other key lawyers

Milan Dakić, Đorđe Zejak