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Provided by Debarliev, Dameski & Kelesoska

Debarliev, Dameski and Kelesoska Attorneys at law (DDK) general business law department is represented by lawyers who have more than 20 years of experience in corporate and business law. The department have been involved in almost all major transactions that shaped the Macedonian economy in past 20 years having on the top of the list the latest major M&A transaction in 2023 North Macedonia, the acquisition of Dura-Shiloh business by Linamar Corporation in which DDK advised the seller, Dura Automotive and won the “2023 Deal of the Year in North Macedonia” recognition by CEE Legal Matters.

DDK are servicing many local and international clients in energy projects, direct foreign investments, green field investments in free economic zones, cross border financing of projects, real estate matters, regulatory compliance in various industry sectors. DDK team is also active in the competition and antitrust law and represents many clients in merger notification cases at Macedonian competition authority and other competition and antitrust matters. GDPR, AML, Labor Law compliance and other regulatory issues are also work areas in which DDK is quite busy and recognized by the clients.  

DDK offer full package of services to foreign investors for setting up, maintaining and growing their business in North Macedonia.



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General Business Law - North Macedonia

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Debarliev, Dameski & Kelesoska is a highly regarded firm with a notable track record in significant M&A mandates. It is typically identified among market commentators as one of the firms with significant experience advising international companies on M&A, corporate governance and financial transactions. Clients also benefit from the team's expertise in handling contentious mandates.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Dragan Dameski
Head of General Business Law
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Band 2

Dragan Dameski has a longstanding reputation in the North Macedonian legal market. He advises clients on financial transactions as well as corporate structuring and contractual matters.

He is very responsive and experienced in the matters of interest to us.

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Ivan Debarliev
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Ivan Debarliev is experienced across a range of disputes matters, including construction, employment and corporate governanace disputes. He also assists with damages claims.

He adopts a very sophisticated and creative approach to each individual case.

Jasmina Ilieva-Jovanovikj
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Jasmina Ilieva-Jovanovikj
Head of General Business Law
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Band 2

Jasmina Ilieva-Jovanovik is recognised by clients and peers as a strong lawyer with experience in leading M&A and commercial matters.

She is a very reliable person who solves different situations quickly.

Her legal advice is both thorough and practical, and she proactively monitors legal developments and industry trends, allowing her to anticipate potential issues and offer pre-emptive support.

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Debarliev, Dameski & Kelesoska

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North Macedonia

Dispute Resolution

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Ivan Debarliev
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Band 2
General Business Law

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Dragan Dameski
Head of General Business Law
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Band 2
Jasmina Ilieva-Jovanovikj
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Jasmina Ilieva-Jovanovikj
Head of General Business Law
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Band 2

Members

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Dragan Dameski

Head of Department

Ivan Debarliev

Head of Department

Jasmina Ilieva-Jovanovikj

Jasmina Ilieva-Jovanovikj

Head of Department