
Croatian Bar Exam (2005)
Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Croatia
Faculty of Law, University of Zagreb, Master's degree (2003)
Faculty of Law, University of Zagreb, Postgraduate studies,
Corporate and Commercial Law (2012)
English and Croatian
Branko Skerlev
"Branko Skerlev takes the time to listen, comprehend, and tailor solutions accordingly. He stands out for a client-centric approach." (Legal 500, 2024)
"Branko Skerlev invests great effort in achieving the best possible outcome for the client, even in situations where the prospects are highly unfavourable. " (Legal 500, 2023)
"Branko Skerlev has proven to be a shining star of the team. His academic career, combined with a practical approach, has proven to be a winning combination for us in every situation, whether it's transactional, commercial, corporate, or market advice." (Legal 500, 2022)
Branko brings over twenty years of esteemed legal expertise to his practice, advising clients in capital markets, the MiFID landscape, PE, VCs, and other types of investment funds. His portfolio includes advising fund managers on the structuring and investment processes of predominantly private equity and venture capital funds. Clients consistently rely on Branko as a key point of contact, benefiting from his insightful and comprehensive guidance.
Previously, Branko served as a key legal advisor for Croatia's premier private equity and alternative investment group, providing invaluable insights into regulatory compliance and transactional intricacies. His hands-on experience in these roles ensures that clients receive well-informed and practical advice tailored to their unique needs. Beyond his expertise in these areas, Branko actively engages in various aspects of corporate law, leveraging his extensive background in corporate transactions and navigating complexities in restructuring and insolvency matters. His dedication and responsiveness make him a trusted advisor for clients facing intricate legal challenges.
Branko's commitment to academic excellence led him to finish his postgraduate studies in Commercial and Corporate Law at Zagreb University and hold a tenure at Zagreb School of Economics and Management for a number of years while publishing numerous articles on the various topics of his interest.
"Corporate and non-corporate provision of the shareholders agreement", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2018)
"Fund formation in Croatia", chapter in GTDT edition of Private Equity 2018, Publisher: Law Business Research, London (2018)
"Transactions in Croatia", chapter in GTDT edition of Private Equity 2018, Publisher: Law Business Research, London (2018)
"Attorney’s liability for due diligence", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2017)
"Acquisitions of treasury stocks in Croatia", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2017)
"Prospectus liability", Publisher: Yearbook of Zagreb Law Faculty, Croatia (2015)
"Leveraged buyout", Publisher: Law in Business, Croatia (2014)
"Prospectus liability", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2013)
"Minority shareholder - protection of statutory rights", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2007)

Branko Skerlev
Croatian Bar Exam (2005)
Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Croatia
Faculty of Law, University of Zagreb, Master's degree (2003)
Faculty of Law, University of Zagreb, Postgraduate studies,
Corporate and Commercial Law (2012)
English and Croatian
"Branko Skerlev takes the time to listen, comprehend, and tailor solutions accordingly. He stands out for a client-centric approach." (Legal 500, 2024)
"Branko Skerlev invests great effort in achieving the best possible outcome for the client, even in situations where the prospects are highly unfavourable. " (Legal 500, 2023)
"Branko Skerlev has proven to be a shining star of the team. His academic career, combined with a practical approach, has proven to be a winning combination for us in every situation, whether it's transactional, commercial, corporate, or market advice." (Legal 500, 2022)
Branko brings over twenty years of esteemed legal expertise to his practice, advising clients in capital markets, the MiFID landscape, PE, VCs, and other types of investment funds. His portfolio includes advising fund managers on the structuring and investment processes of predominantly private equity and venture capital funds. Clients consistently rely on Branko as a key point of contact, benefiting from his insightful and comprehensive guidance.
Previously, Branko served as a key legal advisor for Croatia's premier private equity and alternative investment group, providing invaluable insights into regulatory compliance and transactional intricacies. His hands-on experience in these roles ensures that clients receive well-informed and practical advice tailored to their unique needs. Beyond his expertise in these areas, Branko actively engages in various aspects of corporate law, leveraging his extensive background in corporate transactions and navigating complexities in restructuring and insolvency matters. His dedication and responsiveness make him a trusted advisor for clients facing intricate legal challenges.
Branko's commitment to academic excellence led him to finish his postgraduate studies in Commercial and Corporate Law at Zagreb University and hold a tenure at Zagreb School of Economics and Management for a number of years while publishing numerous articles on the various topics of his interest.
"Corporate and non-corporate provision of the shareholders agreement", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2018)
"Fund formation in Croatia", chapter in GTDT edition of Private Equity 2018, Publisher: Law Business Research, London (2018)
"Transactions in Croatia", chapter in GTDT edition of Private Equity 2018, Publisher: Law Business Research, London (2018)
"Attorney’s liability for due diligence", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2017)
"Acquisitions of treasury stocks in Croatia", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2017)
"Prospectus liability", Publisher: Yearbook of Zagreb Law Faculty, Croatia (2015)
"Leveraged buyout", Publisher: Law in Business, Croatia (2014)
"Prospectus liability", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2013)
"Minority shareholder - protection of statutory rights", Publisher: Law and Tax, Croatia (2007)