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Wolf Theiss is an Austrian firm with a European network including 13 jurisdictions. Whilst it does not have an office in Kosovo, the firm operates in the country via its Kosovan desk, which works closely with the teams in Vienna, Blegrade and Tirana. The firm focuses on cross border deals and giving advice to international clients wishing to establish in Kosovo.
Highlights
The firm advised a private equity firm on the sale of its regional retail business in multiple jurisdictions, including Kosovo. The transaction is currently ongoing.
The firm also advised a client on the opening of stores in Albania and Kosovo. The transaction is currently ongoing.
Vokshi & Lata Law Firm is a full-service law firm advising local & international companies and financial institutions in Kosovo. Based in Pristina, the firm is led by senior partner Mr. Adem Vokshi and Mr. Florin Lata.
Highlights
The team acted as local counsel on Deutsche Lufthansa’s acquisition of sole control over ITA Airways via a minority stake with additional governance rights. The deal closed in April 2024.
The firm also assisted the EBRD in its assessment of the state of legal transition in its countries of operations. These assessments provided an analysis of the progress of reform and identify gaps and future reform needs, as well as strenghts and opportunities. This project was completed in July 2024.
Vokshi & Lata Law Firm advised a leading amusement park operator from Kosovo on its expansion into the North Macedonian market through the establishment of a new venue in one of the country’s largest shopping malls. The engagement involved advising on the financing arrangements and negotiating a long-term lease agreement. The project was successfully completed in January 2025.
Key Clients
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD); Deutsche Lufthansa AG (DLH); BpB Bank; Pro Credit Bank; Kep Trust
Boga & Associates is a leading law firm established in Albania in 1993. The firm has grown over the years and has an additional office in Kosovo. Previously part of the KMPG Network until 2007, Boga & Associates is one of the top law firms in Kosovo. The firm has a team of prominent lawyers led by managing partner Genc Boga. The firm is active in financial and corporate practice where it advises on corporate deal and financial services regulatory deals.
Highlights
Boga & Associates assisted the International Finance Corporation (“IFC”) with respect to a loan in an aggregate amount of up to EUR 3,500,000 that IFC provided to Newko Balkan SH.P.K. Their work included reviewing and negotiating an English law governed loan agreement, advising on the DSRA mechanics from a Kosovo law perspective, and negotiating and finalizing a Kosovo law governed share pledge agreement, account pledge agreement, mortgage agreement, and assignment of shareholder loans agreement. The transaction closed in January 2024.
The team also assists TEB Holding in its day-to-day activities, such as commercial advice and client assistance arising from banking operations.
Key Clients
International Finance Corporation (“IFC”); TEB Holding | BNP Paribas; Kosovo Company for Supply of Energy (KEDS); Limak Kosovo International Airport JSC | Pristina International Airport Kosovo; SBB ENERGY S.A Kosovo Branch
Testimonials 2023/2024
"Boga and Associates provide punctual and straight-to-the-point legal advice. It is a pleasure to cooperate with the team and the cooperation is always with ease." (Banking & Finance)
Pallaska & Associates is a corporate law firm with an office in Pristina. The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work.
RPHS Law is a Kosovan law firm based in Pristina. The firm has a particular focus on financial and corporate deals.
Highlights
The firm advised HIB Petrol in signing a supply framework agreement with OMV. The transaction closed in September 2024.
The M&A team advised the buyer on the acquisition of shares held by Crédit Coopératif in Kreditimi Rural i Kosovës (KRK). The transaction was completed in January 2025.