Author: Florin Lata Kosovo’s legal framework recognizes arbitration as a legitimate and binding mechanism for the resolution of commercial disputes. Two institutional arbitral tribunals operate domestically: the Arbitration Tribunal of the Kosovo Chamber of Commerce and that of the American Chamber of Commerce in Kosovo (AmCham). Yet, emerging jurisprudence from the recently established Commercial Court…

In everyday practice, gifting shares is a frequently used mechanism for transferring ownership in a business entity, whether between family members, business partners, or other closely related persons. However, such transactions are often carried out without a thorough legal and tax analysis, potentially resulting in significant consequences for the parties involved. This article examines the…

On 7 February 2025, the Kosovo Court of Appeals upheld the judgment of the Basic Court in Prishtina, obliging the Tax Administration of Kosovo (TAK) to refund amounts unlawfully withheld as personal income tax from a blind person. The case arose when TAK imposed personal income tax on income received by a blind person, disregarding…

In the age of social media, influencers are no longer simply individuals with followers – they are driving forces behind modern marketing. With a single post, they can influence thousands, even millions, of followers, turning an unknown product into a viral trend. For businesses, this represents extraordinary potential – but also a risk, particularly when…

We are proud to announce that “Vokshi & Lata” has been recognized by Chambers & Partners as a top-ranked law firm, a distinction that reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, deep expertise in commercial and corporate law, and dedication to delivering outstanding legal solutions. In addition, we are honored that our partner, Florin Lata, has…

Prepared by Agnesa Azemi Ademi and Urim Vokshi for International Employment Lawyer, this guide outlines the protections and legal safeguards for restructuring a cross-border workforce in Kosovo. 1. Is there a concept of redundancy – based on a shortage of work or other economic reasons – as a justified reason to dismiss employees in your jurisdiction? If so, how is…

We are proud to see World Trademark Review (WTR) recognize Vokshi & Lata as a go-to firm for trademark protection and enforcement! Their words reaffirm our dedication to safeguarding brands, combating counterfeits, and providing strategic IP solutions. A huge shoutout to our IP team, including Agnesa Azemi Ademi, Tina Lata, Valmir Haziraj and Ardrit Humolli,…

On 10 January 2025, Law No. 08/L-182 on Administrative Disputes entered into force, repealing Law No. 03/L-202 on Administrative Disputes, which had entered into force in 2010. This legislative change introduces significant improvements in the field of administrative justice, aiming to increase efficiency and transparency in public administration and administrative courts. While the previous Law…