Potential political switch-up, construction legislation changes, and economic ups and downs are the talk of the town in the Czech Republic, according to Havel & Partners Partner Robert Nespurek.
Lithuania's Optics Problem: A Buzz Interview with Giedrius Murauskas of Noor
Influenced by geopolitics and the ongoing state of emergency measures, Lithuania is dealing with high construction prices and a decreasing number of investments, according to Noor Managing Partner Giedrius Murauskas.
Kosovo's Commercial Court Now in Session: A Buzz Interview with Ardian Rexha of Deloitte Legal
The long-awaited Commercial Court finally being functional and the anticipated reforms on minimum wages and the verification and confiscation of unjustified assets are the key talking points in Kosovo, according to Deloitte Kosova Legal Manager Ardian Rexha.
Austria Staying the Course: A Buzz Interview with Herbert Hildenbrandt of BMA Law & Tax
A strong flow of legislative updates, a number of active business sectors, and the upcoming presidential election in the fall – this is what’s in the cards for Austria, according to BMA Law & Tax Attorney at Law Herbert Hildenbrandt.
Relocations, Real Estate, and Fees Trending Up in Serbia: A Buzz Interview with Branislav Zivkovic of Zivkovic Samardzic
High levels of migration from Russia and Ukraine have been causing a boom in the real estate sector in Serbia, in a period of overall legislative slowdown, according to Zivkovic Samardzic Partner Branislav Zivkovic.
Bulgarian Lawyers Catch A Break: A Buzz Interview with Dafinka Stoycheva of Gugushev & Partners
Several legislative updates will support the legal profession in Bulgaria, according to Gugushev & Partners Partner Dafinka Stoycheva, with the push toward green energy, (another) pending government change, and a landmark CJEU decision also at the top of the agenda for lawyers in the country.
Shiny and New Tax Legislation in Austria: A Buzz Interview with Michaela Petritz-Klar of Taylor Wessing
Tax legislation updates are the zeitgeist in Austria right now, according to Taylor Wessing Partner Michaela Petritz-Klar, with the energy sector, cryptocurrencies, and online platforms being at the forefront of overhaul efforts.
Drafting the Playbook in Serbia: A Buzz Interview with Andjelka Todorovic of Wolf Theiss
Preparedness and adaptability are the Serbian keys to doing business in a changing and challenging environment, according to Partner Andjelka Todorovic of Law Office Miroslav Stojanovic, in cooperation with Wolf Theiss.
The Bounce in Latvia's Step: A Buzz Interview with Dace Silava-Tomsone of Cobalt
After a bit of a slowdown following the start of the war in Ukraine, the Latvian markets bounced back, with the financial and energy sector being particularly active, according to Cobalt Partner Dace Silava-Tomsone.
Bosnia Buoyant Despite the Challenges: A Buzz Interview with Zlatan Balta of Deloitte's Legal Partners
Resolving the political deadlock in one of the Bosnian entities, tackling inflation, and a shortage of workers are among the most recent challenges in Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to Partner Zlatan Balta of Legal Partners, in cooperation with Deloitte Legal.
Turkey Rallying (for) the Lira: A Buzz Interview with Zahide Altunbas Sancak of Guleryuz Partners
Strong efforts to protect the lira while keeping the economy healthy and vibrant in a time of global turmoil and uncertainty is the name of the game in Turkey, according to Guleryuz Partners Partner Zahide Altunbas Sancak.
Judicial Gridlock and New Highways in Montenegro: A Buzz Interview with Danilo Radulovic of Doklestic Repic & Gajin
Montenegro has reached a deadlock in appointing members of the judiciary, with cases being significantly delayed, while the government is on the verge of a vote of no confidence, according to Doklestic Repic & Gajin Attorney-at-Law Danilo Radulovic.
Lithuania's Legal Transformation: A Buzz Interview with Vilma Sabaliauskiene of Ilaw Lextal
The Lithuanian legal landscape is being transformed, with notable changes taking place in the energy, tax, corporate, and employment sectors, according to Lextal Partner Vilma Sabaliauskiene.
Good Hot and Bad Hot Times in Greece: A Buzz Interview with Yanos Gramatidis of Bahas Gramatidis & Partners
With the pandemic slowly fading away, the Greek economy is reviving with a large number of projects in the infrastructure, tourism, and energy sectors, according to Bahas Gramatidis & Partners Partner Yanos Gramatidis.
Croatia Says Bye to the Kuna: A Buzz Interview with Damir Topic of Divjak, Topic, Bahtijarevic & Krka Law Firm
Despite economic forecast-related fears, there is plenty to be optimistic about in Croatia, with the country joining the eurozone and Schengen area next year, according to Divjak, Topic, Bahtijarevic & Krka Senior Partner Damir Topic.
The Buzz in Bulgaria: Interview with Vladimir Penkov of Penkov, Markov & Partners
Amid political turmoil, Bulgaria is trying to catch up with a backlog of parliamentary work, according to Penkov, Markov & Partners Chairman and Senior Partner Vladimir Penkov.
The Buzz in Serbia: Interview with Bogdan Gecic of Gecic Law
The digital sector remains the fastest-growing part of Serbia's economy, with big movements in battery, components, and electric vehicle production as well as technology and media, according to Gecic Law Founding Partner Bogdan Gecic.
The Buzz in Latvia: Interview with Eriks Blumbergs of Triniti
The pandemic-related consequences and the reluctance of Scandinavian funds to invest in the Baltic states, with Latvia being considered a potential war zone, led to the re-evaluation of the country's most active sectors, according to Triniti Latvia Director of Business Development Eriks Blumbergs.