Home to ‘absolute specialists in their field’, CMS is lauded as a ’beacon in the industry’. The practice boasts a range of expertise in tax, dispute resolution, banking and finance, and real estate, and areas of recent growth for the practice include competition and IP law. The team is headed by real estate expert Dunja Jandl; banking and finance head Maja Žgajnar, Saša Sodja, who specialises in technology matters; employment-focused Amela Žrt; and Ivan Kranjec, who leads on tax law for the firm. Associate Maja Šipek is ‘a fantastic leader’, and is recommended for her ’exceptional knowledge, dedication, and professionalism.’
Testimonials
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‘Maja Šipek is very wise and can quickly adapt to every legal problem. She can explain difficult legal problems in a way that is easy to understand. She has been a fantastic leader and I was really happy to work with people such as her.'
- 'Gašper Hajdu is very sophisticated about corporate law.'
‘Absolutely every lawyer we dealt with was an absolute specialist in their field and were able to answer every question to our complete satisfaction, there were no vague answers that could have been misunderstood as with other law firms.’
‘We have worked a lot with Maja Žgajnar. Professionalism, knowledge, understanding of business, seeking for solutions are strengths that Maja has.’
‘Amela Žrt's responsiveness, attention to detail, and extensive knowledge base was very helpful in completing our transaction from the employment perspective. When handling major transactions, it is imperative for lawyers on both sides to diligently advocate for their clients' needs and interests, all while keeping the common goal in mind – completing the transaction.’
‘Maja Šipek has always shown exceptional knowledge, dedication, and professionalism. Her attention to detail, grasp of different practice areas, quick thinking, and hard work put her above the field and improve client outcomes.’
‘The CMS team stands as a beacon in the industry, harmoniously merging professionalism with a human touch. This unique blend not only fosters genuine connections with clients but also offers tailored solutions that resonate deeply with their needs. Their competitive edge lies in their international reach, providing seamless assistance across borders, and offering insights into the evolving dynamics of each specific market.'
‘I had a very positive experience with Maja Šipek. She quickly understands the problems and efficiently gets on top of the issues. Her excellent legal knowledge enables her to objectively evaluate the situations and think strategically, so we always knew what to expect. I was amazed at how dedicated and passionate she is about the work she does.’
Key clients
- Apcom d.o.o.
- ArisGlobal LLC
- Best in Parking AG
- DHL Ekspress (Slovenija) d.o.o.
- EchoStar
- Geseur Hotels, SL (Hotusa Group)
- QUADRO, poslovanje z nepremičininami, d.o.o.
- SID Bank (SID – Slovenska izvozna in razvojna banka, d.d., Ljubljana)
- AIPA, k.o.
- B2 Holding ASA
- Barcelo Gestion Hotelera, SL (Barceló Group)
- CBE, družba za gradnjo in inženiring, d.o.o.
- Comcast (NBCUniversal, Sky)
- Coopervision
- CTP Ljubljana d.o.o.
- Dragon Maritime, dejavnost holdingov, d.o.o.
- EBRD
- Efficiency Solutions II SV S.à r.l.
- Efos d.o.o.
- EOS INVEST EE GmbH
- EOS INVEST SI, upravljanje naložb d.o.o.
- EOS KSI, Upravljanje terjatev d.o.o.
- Express Global d.o.o.
- Groupe B&B Hôtels
- JMS adriatic d.o.o.
- Mutares SE & Co. KGaA
- Oaktree Capital Management
- Societies’ Council for the Collective Management of Performers’ Rights (SCAPR)
- SportsDirect.com (Fraser Group)
- Susi Partners AG
- trivium Projektbetreuung GmbH - trivium Šiška Tivoli k.d.
- Valji d.o.o.
- WDC Rožna dolina d.o.o.
Work highlights
- Advised ArisGlobal on the acquisition of Amplexor Life Sciences.
- Advised Mutares, a German-based private equity holding company in their acquisition of Cimos d.d., a leading Slovenian group renowned for manufacturing car engine parts in Europe.
- Advised SID Bank (SID – Slovenska izvozna in razvojna banka, d.d., Ljubljana) on its successful issuance of a EUR 140 million senior unsecured fixed-rate bond.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dunja Jandl, Maja Žgajnar, Saša Sodja, Amela Žrt, Ivan Kranjec