M&A and Private Equity

SELA advises on domestic and international mergers and acquisitions with a particular focus on large, complex, cross-border transactions. Our cross-border M&A team advises on the full range of public and private transactions, from privatizations, strategic joint ventures, takeover bids, management and leveraged buyouts to divestments, auctions, share sales and demergers. Our integrated team of regional experts applies a common approach to handling cross-border work effectively and efficiently. Our member firms continually cooperate with the leading international law firm, investment banks and financial advisors on the most prominent regional transactions. Our industry expertise and experience gives us insight into the possible issues and challenges that may arise during the course of a transaction so that we are able to minimize or eliminate potential risk factors. With overheads smaller than our larger competitors, we are able to offer top-quality legal service at extremely competitive prices, while providing a streamlined, cross-border commercial advice. SELA offers responsive, time-sensitive and flexible service completely in line with the rapidly changing legal environment.

Industry Expertise
Each of our lawyers are aligned with specific industry sectors. This is because SELA understands the pressure clients face on industry-specific issues critical to the success of a transaction. We also include lawyers specializing in other areas of law, such as employment, corporate, tax and finance, in our transaction teams so that we can successfully address the intricate aspects of a deal and foresee any possible challenges that may arise.

Don’t take it from us

The member firms of SELA come highly recommended by leading international legal directories such as Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500.

• Drašković Popović & Partners: Clients describe the firm as delivering “reliable, strategic and business-oriented advice.” – Chambers Europe 2026, Corporate/Commercial

• Drašković Popović & Partners: “Draškovic Popovic & Partners is distinguished by its practical, business-focused approach to commercial, corporate, and M&A matters.” – The Legal 500 2026, Commercial, Corporate and M&A

• Dimitrijević & Partners: The firm “has a respected corporate practice which has in-depth experience advising on significant M&A and joint ventures.” – Chambers Global 2026, General Business Law

• Hoxha, Memi & Hoxha: The firm is described as “a highly distinguished corporate powerhouse advising on a range of mandates including M&A deals.” – Chambers Europe 2026, Corporate/Commercial