In a significant step toward balancing environmental ambition with economic practicality, the European Parliament has backed today reforms to streamline the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). The proposals are part of the European Commission’s broader “Omnibus I” simplification package introduced earlier this year, reflecting the EU’s intent to enhance administrative efficiency without compromising its climate targets. The revised rules aim to ease the compliance burden on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by introducing a de minimis threshold of 50 tonnes. This change would exempt about 90% of importers, particularly smaller and occasional ones, from CBAM obligations—while still covering 99% […]
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On May 12, 2025, the Russian Federation formally launched consultations at the World Trade Organization (WTO) against the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). This concurrently marks the first major legal challenge to CBAM, the EU’s flagship climate-trade instrument. Russia argues that CBAM violates core WTO rules. It claims that the regulation protects EU industries under the guise of climate action. The dispute therefore raises critical questions about the legality of linking trade and climate policy. Russia’s Core Claims Russia calls CBAM a disguised restriction on trade, saying the mechanism burdens non-EU exporters with complex rules and extra costs. […]
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Bogdan Gecić, founding partner at Gecić Law, along with partners Ognjen Colić and Miodrag Jevtić, shared their insights into one of the most significant telecom transactions in the Balkans in an exclusive CEE Legal Matters interview. In the conversation, the partners reflected on their role as lead counsel in Telekom Srbija’s historic acquisition of NetTV Plus, Total TV operations in Serbia and North Macedonia, and Western Balkans Sport Klub rights licenses from United Group, as part of a EUR 1.5 billion cross-border transaction that reshaped the regional telecommunications landscape. A Turning Point for the Western Balkans “This was more than […]
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We’re proud to share that Bogdan Gecić, Founding Partner of Gecić Law, joined the inaugural Perplexity AI Business Fellowship. This global program honors 1,000 business leaders shaping AI’s future across industries. Bogdan ranks among very few lawyers selected worldwide. He is also one of the first participants from Southeast Europe. Bogdan’s selection for the program therefore reflects his leadership in legal innovation and the growing role of AI in transforming professional services. About the Perplexity AI Business Fellowship Perplexity AI, a leading AI-powered research platform, launched the Fellowship in 2024. The program above all supports professionals who lead AI transformation […]
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Gecić Law is pleased to announce the launch of its new Sports Law practice group, further expanding the firm’s full-service offerings. After years of significant involvement, specialization, and interest in sports-related legal matters, the firm has formalized this focus by establishing a dedicated practice group in this dynamic field. This move underscores Gecić Law’s commitment to staying at the forefront of emerging client needs and providing top-tier expertise in niche industries. The new Sports Law practice will be led by Vuk Leković, who has been a key figure in many of the firm’s sports law engagements and will serve as […]
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Gecić Law is pleased to announce the appointment of Nataša Mitrović as Head of Human Resources and a member of the firm’s Executive Management Committee. Nataša brings over 15 years of HR leadership experience across real estate, retail, manufacturing, and pharmaceuticals. Her impressive track record includes key roles at Marera Properties and Sport Vision, where she successfully scaled workforces, structured HR departments, and aligned people operations with broader business objectives. She has pioneered innovative talent-development programs, managed complex HR integrations, and supported organizational leadership through strategic workforce planning and change management. Her focus on building high-performance cultures and driving transformation […]
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Gecić Law is proud to highlight its pivotal role in securing the multijurisdictional merger clearances that enabled the successful recent closing of Telekom Srbija Group’s landmark acquisition of strategic digital media assets and major sports broadcasting rights from United Group, as part of a transaction valued at EUR 1.5 billion. The firm’s unrivalled EU & Competition Law team led the regulatory approval process, obtaining merger clearance from the national competition authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. This milestone represents a cornerstone achievement in one of the most significant telecom transactions ever executed in the Western Balkans. […]
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The European Parliament’s Committee on International Trade (INTA) gave backing to the European Commission’s plan to simplify the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), as part of the Omnibus I legislative package. The vote took place during an extraordinary session on April 23, 2025. A significant majority of MEPs supported the proposal and rejected proposed amendments. What Did INTA Approve? INTA endorsed a set of changes designed to ease the administrative burden of CBAM. These simplifications aim to help businesses comply while preserving the system’s environmental goals. Key proposed changes include: Exemption for Small ImportersImporters handling less than 50 tonnes […]
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Gecić Law is pleased to announce the appointment of Jelena Bjelanović as Head of Finance and a member of the firm’s Executive Management Committee. Jelena brings more than 25 years of financial leadership experience across global companies. Her impressive career includes key financial roles at Johnson Electric, ZF Pančevo (ZF Group), Delhaize, and Deloitte, where she honed expertise in financial governance, ERP systems, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and risk management. Jelena is also a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA), the highest level of recognition within the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) underscoring her professional excellence and commitment to the […]
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We are proud to announce that Gecić Law has once again contributed to a leading international legal publication – the International Comparative Legal Guide – ICLG Consumer Protection 2025. This esteemed Guide is published annually by the London-based Global Legal Group (GLG). It specifically provides an authoritative global reference on the legal frameworks surrounding consumer protection. The 2025 edition presents a detailed analysis of consumer protection laws and enforcement practices across multiple jurisdictions worldwide. It indeed serves as an essential tool for legal practitioners, policymakers, and businesses who operate in the increasingly complex realm of consumer rights and regulatory compliance. […]
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