Gecić Law proudly announces its contribution to the 2025 edition of the Chambers Global Practice Guides. We authored the Serbia chapter of the Acquisition Finance: Trends & Developments section. Partner Miodrag Jevtić, a leading expert in banking and finance law, authored the article. He provided a deep dive into Serbia’s evolving acquisition finance landscape. His analysis offers practical insight for both domestic and international investors. Serbia’s Acquisition Finance Landscape: Clear Shifts and Expanding Tools Serbia’s acquisition finance market has relied heavily on traditional bank loans. That is beginning to change. In recent years, local companies have turned to new options […]
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The European Parliament and Council have reached today a provisional agreement to simplify the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The EU aims to ease administrative burdens while keeping its environmental impact intact. The reform is part of the broader “Omnibus I” legislative package, introduced on 26 February 2025, aimed at making EU laws more business-friendly, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This reform further aligns with broader EU goals to boost global competitiveness, as outlined in the Commission’s “Competitiveness Compass”, and to reduce administrative burdens by 25% for all companies and 35% for SMEs. A New De Minimis […]
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Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner of Gecić Law, delivered a bold vision for innovation-driven growth in Southeast Europe during a high-profile panel at the Southeast Europe Transatlantic Economic Forum, held May 21, 2025, at the iconic Capitol Hill Club. Co-hosted by the Transatlantic Leadership Network and the Atlantic Council, the Forum convened influential voices from politics, business, and civil society to explore new avenues for transatlantic collaboration and regional development. Gecić spoke as a featured panelist during the Forum’s culminating session, “Empowering Entrepreneurs: Driving Integration, Convergence and Innovation in Southeast Europe.” Moderated by Ambassador (ret.) John Craig, the discussion also featured […]
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The European Union is set to implement significant changes to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as part of its ongoing effort to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses while maintaining robust data protection standards. These proposed amendments, part of the Commission’s fourth Omnibus package, represent the most substantial review of GDPR since its implementation in 2018. Key Changes to GDPR on the Horizon The centerpiece of the proposed reforms involves expanding exemptions from record-keeping obligations under Article 30 of the GDPR. Currently, organizations with fewer than 250 employees are exempt from maintaining detailed records of their data processing activities. This […]
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Powered by Gecić Law, in cooperation with the Responsible Business Hub of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia, GIZ Serbia, and the Institute for Global Solidarity, the first Regional Conference on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) was held in Belgrade. The event brought together key stakeholders from government institutions, the business community, international organizations, and experts to examine the implications of the EU CBAM regulation for the countries of the Western Balkans. The conference focused on the latest EU initiative to simplify the CBAM framework, the challenges and opportunities the mechanism presents for export-oriented economies in the […]
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The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (“CEPA”) between Serbia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which entered into force on June 1, 2025, marks a transformative moment for Serbia’s economic strategy and international standing. This partnership is not just a trade deal—it is a gateway to new markets, investments, and opportunities that can shape Serbia’s future for years to come. What the Agreement Means The CEPA is designed to eliminate or reduce customs duties on over 96% of tariff lines between the two countries, making Serbian products more competitive in the UAE and throughout the Gulf region. For Serbian exporters, this […]
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On June 12, 2025, Belgrade will host the Regional Conference on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) – CBAM Belgrade 2025. Powered by Gecić Law, in cooperation with the Responsible Business Hub of the Chamber of Commerce of the Republic of Serbia, GIZ Serbia and the Initiative for Global Solidarity, this unique event brings together policymakers, industry leaders, legal experts, and sustainability professionals to delve into the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and its profound implications for the Western Balkans and beyond. Understanding CBAM: A Transformative Climate & Trade Policy The EU’s CBAM regulation aims to level the […]
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We are proud to announce that Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner of Gecić Law, has been named Vice President of the Harvard Law School Association of Europe (HLSAE). His appointment follows two successful terms as an HLSAE Board Member. It further reflects his long-standing commitment to building bridges within the legal community across Europe and beyond. As Vice President, Bogdan will help lead one of the world’s most active Harvard Law School alumni associations and contribute to its continued growth and impact. Championing the HLSAE Community in Europe Bogdan’s engagement with HLSAE has been meaningful and far-reaching. During his service as […]
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Gecić Law proudly announces the participation of our Founding Partner, Bogdan Gecić, at the Regional ESG Conference: Building Resilience in a Changing World, held on June 3–4, 2025, in Skopje, North Macedonia. Organized by AmChams in Serbia, North Macedonia, and Albania, and supported by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and the European Union, the Regional ESG Conference brought together top business and policy leaders across the Western Balkans. Governance as the Cornerstone of Trust Bogdan took part in a fireside chat titled Restoring Trust by Ensuring Responsible Corporate Governance, alongside Ivan Šteriev, CEO of the Macedonian Stock Exchange. […]
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Gecić Law is proud to announce its inclusion in the 2025 edition of WIPR Leaders, alongside the firm’s Founding Partner Bogdan Gecić and Counsel Vera Davidović, head of the firm’s burgeoining IP practice. This prestigious accolade, awarded by World Intellectual Property Review, ranks the firm and its attorneys among the top intellectual property practitioners globally. Such recognition underscores Gecić Law’s unwavering commitment to excellence in IP law and highlights the exceptional expertise of its team in delivering innovative solutions to clients. About WIPR Leaders 2025 WIPR Leaders is a respected annual directory published by World Intellectual Property Review that profiles […]
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