Collins Alban

As the Founding Partner of Inter Legal Tax & Law, Collins Alban embodies the firm's core philosophy of bridging worlds. A Turkish-Albanian national, Collins has spent his career facilitating investment flows between Central and Eastern Europe, with a particular focus on Albania and Kosovo. He leverages his unique bicultural background to advise multinational corporations and private equity firms on market entry strategies, joint ventures, and complex corporate restructuring. His practice is defined by a rare ability to combine the commercial agility learned in Istanbul's dynamic markets with a profound understanding of Albania's legal framework and business culture. Collins is regularly consulted by foreign governments on trade facilitation in the Western Balkans.

Founding Partner

Office: Tirana, Albania

Previous Experience: Senior Corporate Lawyer at a leading Istanbul-based firm; legal advisor to the Albanian Investment Development Agency on foreign direct investment incentives.

Anisa Vokshi

Anisa leads the firm’s tax practice, providing strategic tax counsel that is critical to cross-border investment. With extensive experience in both Albanian tax law and international tax treaties, she designs efficient fiscal structures for inbound investment into the Balkans and for Albanian companies expanding globally. Anisa’s "commercial mindset" is central to her approach: she doesn't just ensure compliance, but proactively identifies tax-efficient solutions that align with clients' broader business objectives. She is a trusted advisor to corporations navigating the complex intersection of tax, corporate law, and investment incentives in the region.

Partner – Head of Tax & Fiscal Planning

Office: Tirana, Albania

Previous Experience: Tax Consultant in the Budapest office of a Big Four firm; in-house tax counsel for a regional energy conglomerate operating across Albania and North Macedonia.

Marko Petrović

Marko directs the firm’s corporate and energy practices across the Balkans, bringing decades of experience in the region's dynamic markets. Based in Pristina, his practice focuses on project finance, infrastructure development, and energy regulation, with a particular focus on Kosovo and North Macedonia. He has a proven track record of guiding international developers and financial institutions through the entire project lifecycle—from regulatory approvals and land acquisition to financing and construction contracts. Marko’s deep connections with local regulatory bodies and his practical experience on the ground ensure that clients receive "boots-on-the-ground" expertise that is essential for success in these growing economies.

Senior Partner – Head of Corporate & Energy

Office: Pristina, Kosovo (serving the Balkans)

Previous Experience: Head of Legal for a major European energy developer in the Western Balkans; advisor to the Kosovo Ministry of Economic Development on public-private partnerships.

Elena Martini

Elena bridges the Atlantic for Inter Legal Tax & Law, leading the firm's initiative to serve clients in the Americas. She specializes in advising North American companies and private equity funds on foreign direct investment into Albania and the broader Balkan region, with a focus on M&A, technology transfer, and corporate governance. Her practice is built on translating the expectations of the US market into legally sound structures within the local legal context. Elena also represents Balkan companies seeking to establish a presence or raise capital in the United States, ensuring they navigate the regulatory landscape effectively.

Partner – Head of Americas Desk

Office: New York, USA / Tirana

Previous Experience: Associate in the International Corporate Practice of a leading New York law firm; legal counsel to the US-Albania Business Council.

Karim Al-Jassim

Karim brings over 15 years of experience in Middle Eastern law and practice to the firm, advising clients on investments flowing both into and out of the GCC region. Based in Dubai, he focuses on sovereign wealth fund investments, cross-border joint ventures, and Sharia-compliant finance structures. Karim acts as a crucial link for Middle Eastern clients looking to diversify their portfolios into European markets, and for European businesses seeking to establish a foothold in the complex legal environments of the UAE and Saudi Arabia. His deep understanding of regional commercial codes and cultural nuances provides clients with a distinct competitive advantage.

Senior Counsel – Middle East & North Africa

Office: Dubai, UAE

Previous Experience: Senior Associate in the Dubai office of an international law firm (Magic Circle), specializing in Middle East project finance.