Boshnjakovski Law Office, a leading dispute resolution law firm in North Macedonia, is proud to announce that its managing partner, Vladimir Boshnjakovski, has authored the North Macedonia chapter in the international publication Global Legal Insights: Litigation & Dispute Resolution 2025, published by the Global Legal Group (GLG), London.
This highly respected global guide features leading litigation lawyers from more than 30 jurisdictions. It provides comparative insight into court procedures, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) practices worldwide. The 2025 edition includes a detailed analysis of the Macedonian legal system. It highlights key developments in court efficiency, transparency, and enforcement of judgments.
Read the full article on Global Legal Insights:
Litigation & Dispute Resolution – North Macedonia (2025 Edition)
Vladimir Boshnjakovski
“It is an honor to represent North Macedonia in a publication that sets international standards in legal practice. Our inclusion in Global Legal Insights reflects our commitment to integrity, professionalism, and innovation in dispute resolution.”
The 2025 edition of Global Legal Insights highlights that litigation and dispute resolution in North Macedonia remain structured. Still, there are challenges related to limited resources and inefficiency. Courts operate under heavy caseloads, with fewer judges than prescribed by law and insufficient digitalization of procedures. Although case-management software has been introduced, most documents are still exchanged in paper form. As a result, even straightforward commercial disputes can last several years from filing to final judgment. The report notes that claimants should expect procedural delays. However, we can mitigate risk through careful planning, early evidence preparation, and, where possible, alternative dispute mechanisms.
One of the main findings concerns judicial integrity and independence. While Macedonia’s legal framework contains safeguards against bias—such as mandatory recusal in conflict-of-interest situations—public trust in the judiciary remains low. Ongoing reforms initiated in 2024 aim to strengthen transparency and accountability. For businesses operating in the country, this means that due diligence, documentation, and compliance with procedural deadlines are key to minimizing risks during litigation.
The article also outlines the strong protection of the attorney–client privilege and the structured approach to evidence and burden of proof. Parties are responsible for producing their own evidence, while courts can compel production when necessary. Expert witnesses play a decisive role, especially in financial or technical cases. One challenge is the need for greater efficiency in expert appointments. For companies seeking debt recovery in North Macedonia, the chapter underscores that notarial payment orders remain a fast and effective tool for uncontested claims. Sometimes they can lead to direct enforcement if the debtor does not object.
Another focus of the publication is on interim measures and enforcement of judgments. Creditors can request court-ordered protective measures even before litigation begins. Examples of such measures are freezing bank accounts, pledging movable or immovable assets, or prohibiting the debtor from disposing of property. These tools provide some security to creditors or investors seeking to secure claims before or during court proceedings. Enforcement is handled by licensed enforcement agents, and the Law on Enforcement provides clear procedures for executing foreign judgments once recognized under the Law on International Private Law.
Finally, the chapter emphasizes the growing role of arbitration and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in the Macedonian legal landscape. The Law on International Commercial Arbitration, largely based on the UNCITRAL Model Law, ensures compatibility with global standards. North Macedonia is a party to the New York Convention, which guarantees recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. The Permanent Court of Arbitration at the Economic Chamber of North Macedonia provides an institutional venue for resolving commercial disputes efficiently and confidentially. For cross-border companies and investors, arbitration in Skopje offers a practical and enforceable alternative to lengthy court proceedings.
Boshnjakovski Law Office advises domestic and international clients on all aspects of litigation, debt collection, enforcement, interim measures, arbitration, and mediation in North Macedonia. If you are interested in any legal assistance, contact us today to schedule your consultation.  Feel free to write to us at contact@boshnjakovski.com or call us at +389 70 257 879 or reach out to the Macedonian Bar Association.