Litigation 2026

CROATIA Law and Practice Contributed by: Lada Ćustić and Marko Paulinović, Buterin & Partners

Buterin & Partners is a dynamic, top-tier Croa- tian law firm recognised for its precision, reliability, and strategic excellence. It provides legal services across corporate, banking and finance, capital mar- kets, regulatory, commercial, real estate, and dispute resolution matters, combining deep local insight with international standards of practice. The firm’s legal team of more than 35 professionals is known for its thorough preparation, clear communication, and its

ability to navigate complex, high-value transactions and litigation with efficiency and integrity. Buterin & Partners maintains a strong client-focused approach, offering practical, business-oriented advice and con- sistent responsiveness. Whether advising on cross- border deals, regulatory compliance or contentious proceedings, the firm delivers best results through experience, discipline, and strategic thinking.

Authors

Lada Ćustić provides comprehensive legal support to clients in the banking sector, covering litigation, debt collection, enforcement, and financial

Marko Paulinović has extensive experience representing domestic and international clients, particularly credit institutions. He advises on complex NPL transactions and claims collection, and he represents clients

product placement. Her expertise includes transactions involving NPL portfolio sales and acquisitions, as well as debt restructuring and refinancing projects, encompassing due diligence and drafting of project documentation. Lada’s practice areas also include court and arbitration proceedings and insolvency and restructuring. She has been a Partner at Buterin & Partners since 2019.

in high-value litigation and arbitration. Marko also provides comprehensive legal support in real estate matters – from acquisition and financing to lease and property management – with a strong focus on works contracts and FIDIC-based projects. His practice further includes advising on public procurement issues. Marko has been a Partner at Buterin & Partners since 2022.

Buterin & Partners Masarykova ulica 3 10 000 Zagreb Croatia

Tel: +385 1 55 02 660 Fax: +385 1 55 02 661

Email: ured@buterin-partneri.hr Web: www.buterin-partneri.hr

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