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Application and Violation of the Ne Bis in Idem Principle

Zinaić v. Croatia – European Court Finds a Violation of the Ne Bis in Idem Principle Due to Criminal and Misdemeanour Proceedings Concerning the Same Event Ruostalianen v.

European Certificate of Succession and Registration of Property Ownership in Croatia

Have you inherited real estate in Croatia but cannot register yourself as the owner based on the European Certificate of Succession?

Find out why this happens and how the situation can be resolved. Cross-border inheritance of real estate in the Republic of Croatia is becoming increasingly common.

Preliminary Agreement and Real Estate Sale and Purchase Agreement – What Should You Check Before Signing?

Buying real estate is one of the biggest financial decisions most people make during their lifetime. This is particularly true for foreign nationals purchasing an apartment, house, holiday apartment, villa or land in Croatia.

In our work with clients from Germany and Austria, we pay particular attention to the legal due diligence of the real estate and documentation before any agreement is signed...

Preservation of Evidence Procedure

In many civil-law relationships, there is a need to initiate preservation of evidence proceedings in order to establish the current state of affairs and preserve evidence for potential future civil litigation.

Over the past several months, we have been approached by numerous clients in connection with various legal matters, including claims for damages, the rectification of construction defects, a...

Buying Property in Croatia via Escrow

A Safe and Secure Way to Purchase Real Estate in the Republic of Croatia Purchasing real estate in Croatia can be a highly attractive investment, but for foreign buyers it can also present challenges due to unfamiliar legal procedures, documentation and administrative requirements.

Criminal Proceedings in Croatia – A Complete Guide from Filing a Criminal Complaint to a Final Judgment

Criminal Proceedings in Croatia – A Complete Guide from Filing a Criminal Complaint to a Final Judgment Criminal proceedings are among the most complex legal processes that individuals may encounter.

Whether you have filed a criminal complaint, received a police summons for an informational interview, been called to testify as a witness, or criminal proceedings have been initiated against you as a...