PETOŠEVIĆ Serbia

Bulevar oslobođenja 87
11040 Belgrade
Serbia

Contact

Mihajlo Zatezalo

Regional Manager – Western Balkans
Head of Office - Serbia and North Macedonia
Attorney at Law
Trademark and Patent Attorney
European Patent Attorney

Email:

mihajlo.zatezalo@petosevic.com

Phone:

+ 381 11 78 55 900

Fax:

+ 381 11 78 55 901

Country Facts

Population: 7,078,110
Languages: Serbian
Religions: Eastern Orthodox

International Conventions

Berne Convention (Copyright), Brussels Convention (Relating to the Distribution of Programme-Carrying Signals Transmitted by Satellite), Budapest Treaty, Co-operation and Extension Agreement in the Field of Patents, Convention for the Protection of Producers of Phonograms Against Unauthorized Duplication of Their Phonograms, European Patent Convention, Hague Agreement (Industrial Designs), Lisabon Agreement, Locarno Agreement (Industrial Designs), Madrid Agreement, Madrid Agreement for the Repression of False or Deceptive Indications of Source on Goods, Madrid Protocol, Nairobi Treaty, Nice Agreement, Paris Convention, Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), Patent Law Treaty (PLT), Rome Convention, Singapore Treaty, Strasbourg Agreement, Trademark Law Treaty (TLT), Universal Copyright Convention (UCC), Vienna Agreement, WIPO, WIPO Copyright Treaty (WCT), WIPO Performances and Phonograms treaty (WPPT), WTO (accession status)

Minimal Filing Requirements

Patent Applications

Applicant data
Name and address of the inventor
Priority application data
Patent specification

Trade/Service Mark Applications

Applicant data
Priority application data
List of goods/services
At least one representation of the mark (in color if claimed)

Industrial Design Applications

Applicant data
Priority application data
At least one drawing or photograph of the claimed model or design

Notes

All other documents may be filed subsequently. Powers of attorney and declarations need not be legalized or notarized unless requested by the Patent and Trademark Office.

Some documents may require translation into Serbian.

Testimonials

PETOŠEVIĆ‘s Serbian practice is sought out by major multinationals for both contentious and non-contentious IP work. Typical areas include patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement. Customs enforcement is also a key area. "A large team with good access to eastern European countries. The team is a guarantee of quality work."
Legal 500 EMEA, 2023
PETOŠEVIĆ is a boutique practice acting on the full range of IP matters for clients across CEE, with an increasing presence in the CIS region. The law firm represents major multinational corporations in contentious and non-contentious IP mandates, notably patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement across multiple jurisdictions. The lawyers are particularly present within the pharmaceutical sector. The team handles the national validation of European patents for international clients working in Serbia. The team represented Renault and its subsidiary Dacia in industrial design infringement proceedings against a Serbian company that was distributing replacement parts for the Dacia Sandero car.
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2023
“Well-known, respectable regional boutique PETOŠEVIĆ works efficiently without overcomplicating matters. The team are reliable and quick to understand clients’ needs and anticipate their wants.”
WTR 1000 Rankings, 2023
PETOŠEVIĆ is a wholly owned network of firms providing IP services throughout Eastern Europe. The practice has strength in advising multinationals on contentious and non-contentious IP matters, with experience in patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement. It also has customs enforcement expertise. Clients have said: "You want a team you can rely on, and this IP team delivers on this", as well as "Easy-to-work with, skilled lawyers."
Legal 500 EMEA, 2022
PETOŠEVIĆ is a boutique practice acting on the full range of IP matters for clients across CEE, with an increasing presence in the CIS region. The law firm represents major multinational corporations in contentious and non-contentious IP mandates, notably patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement across multiple jurisdictions. The lawyers are particularly present within the pharmaceutical sector. The team handles the national validation of European patents for international clients working in Serbia.
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2022
A potent force in trademark practice and in IP more broadly, PETOŠEVIĆ is a discerning choice for multi-faceted cases that demand seamless cross-border cooperation. It astutely combines the talents of 130-plus practitioners across 16 offices – including a recent opening in Kazakhstan – to provide cradle-to-grave counsel across the trademark lifecycle, both quickly and cost effectively.
WTR 1000 Rankings, 2022
PETOŠEVIĆ is widely respected for its assistance to multinational corporations with contentious and non-contentious IP matters, including patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement. Other areas of expertise include the seizure of counterfeit goods, and large numbers of trade mark applications in Serbia and regionally. Mihajlo Zatezalo has approximately 25 years' IP experience, also in neighbouring Balkan countries; office head Mirjana Živković manages IP portfolios and enforcement programmes for multinational corporations; and Predrag Anokić is the experienced chief operations officer. Ivan Matić is a key senior associate.
Legal 500 EMEA, 2021
Boutique practice acting on the full range of IP matters for clients across CEE, with an increasing presence in the CIS region. Represents major multinational corporations in contentious and non-contentious IP mandates, notably patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement across multiple jurisdictions. Particularly present within the pharmaceutical sector. Handles the national validation of European patents for international clients working in Serbia. One interviewee says about the lawyers: "They are quick, efficient and realistic about what to expect depending on the circumstances of the case." Clients also say: "They are always reactive, on time and ensure a perfect follow-up of all the files in these areas."
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2021
“Well networked and super-thorough, PETOŠEVIĆ has impressive manpower, covers a lot of ground and always comes out on top. It listens to clients intently and has the structure to tackle any challenge in a modern, cost-effective way.”
WTR 1000 Rankings, 2021
The practice is widely respected for its representation in patent and trade mark prosecutions, enforcements and customs enforcements. It also fields non-contentious specialists. Mihajlo Zatezalo has over 20 years' IP experience; chief operations officer Predrag Anokić focuses on clearance, maintenance and enforcement issues for international trade mark portfolios; and office head Mirjana Živković oversees IP portfolios and enforcement programmes for large multinationals. Senior associate Ivan Matić is noted for his advice on the surveillance, seizure and destruction of counterfeit goods.
Legal 500 EMEA, 2020
One source comments that the firm is "the biggest name in IP" in Serbia, going on to attest that the lawyers "have a good reputation." Another market commentator reports: "It is a well-established and reputable firm." The firm is a boutique practice acting on the full range of IP matters for clients across Central and Eastern Europe, with an increasing presence in the CIS region. Represents major multinational corporations in contentious and non-contentious IP mandates, notably patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement across multiple jurisdictions. Particularly present within the consumer goods and pharmaceutical sectors. Handles the national validation of European patents for international clients working in Serbia.
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2020
“PETOŠEVIĆ is a top IP firm in Serbia. Stable and consistent in the practice, its professionals produce faultless work and show excellent strategic vision. They dive deep into cases and discover the most cost-effective solutions to problems, keeping clients updated no more or no less than is required.” Attesting to the depth of the local team, the firm has four individuals listed in the WTR 1000 Serbia chapter – more than any other firm.
WTR 1000 Rankings, 2020
PETOŠEVIĆ is a very well-established name on the market. Its lawyers do a lot of prosecution and enforcement work and really take the time to understand their clients’ needs. They are extremely reliable. The 16-office powerhouse covers more than 30 jurisdictions in Central and Eastern Europe, making it a popular choice among major multinationals.
WTR 1000 Rankings, 2019
Boutique practice acting on the full range of IP matters for clients across the region. Sources enthuse: “The lawyers co-ordinate matters well and provide relevant updates. They also handle the cases very efficiently.”
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2019
PETOŠEVIĆ’s key strengths are acting for multinational corporations in contentious and non-contentious IP matters, patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement, and customs enforcement.
Legal 500 EMEA, 2019
With a 15-strong network of offices, PETOŠEVIĆ has the critical mass and footprint needed to support even the most trademark-rich multinationals. Its skilled professionals adapt to each client’s needs and provide detailed, practical and realistic counsel fast. When one of them is handling your case, you can rest assured that it will be in safe hands.
WTR 1000 Rankings, 2018
PETOŠEVIĆ is highly rated for the prosecution and enforcement of patents and trade marks, and customs enforcement.
Legal 500 EMEA, 2018
Interviewees praise the lawyers' "promptness in handling matters and their case-by-case approach," noting that they "always bear in mind the client's needs and requests." Other market commentators say: "They provide a high-quality service, have been present in the market for such a long time and are very specialised in IP."
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2018
Boutique practice providing a full range of IP services for clients across the region. Noted for experienced representation of major multinational corporations in contentious and non-contentious IP matters, notably patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement across multiple jurisdictions. Especially active in customs enforcement. Particularly present within the consumer goods, food and drink, and travel and leisure sectors. Clients praise team members for their "promptness in handling matters, always bearing in mind the client's needs and requests, and their case-by-case approach."
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2017
PETOŠEVIĆ always meets clients expectations and is excellent at managing its resources.
Legal 500 EMEA, 2017
Market-leading team providing a full range of IP services for clients across the region. Noted for experienced representation of major multinational corporations in contentious and non-contentious IP matters, notably patent and trade mark prosecution and enforcement across multiple jurisdictions, often involving customs issues.
Chambers & Partners Europe, 2016
European-wide IP boutique Petoševic is "one of the most efficient firms we have collaborated with over time". The 30-strong team in Belgrade, led by Mihajlo Zatezalo, handles all types of IP work on behalf of leading global brands such as Nike International, Bayer, PepsiCo, Harley-Davidson and Diageo.
Legal 500, EMEA, 2016
Boutique PETOŠEVIĆ offers a comprehensive package of contentious and non-contentious services to major names operating across the Balkans. The burgeoning team has enjoyed a series of decisive courtroom victories of late; representing Prada and FC Barcelona, it cracked down on infringements and the wholesale distribution of counterfeit goods. Away from the frontlines, the group has also been busy with prosecution mandates. It is the country’s biggest filer, with many of the most valuable rights bearing its stamp.
WTR 1000 Rankings, 2016

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