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Katarina Knol Radoja is an Associate Professor in Civil Procedural Law at the Faculty of Law Osijek, which is part of the Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek in Croatia. She is affiliated with the Department of Civil and Family Law Sciences and the Chair of Civil Law and Family Law Sciences. Her academic career has progressed steadily since 2008, with appointments as Assistant Professor (2016), Senior Assistant (2015), and earlier roles as a Research Assistant. She currently holds an active faculty position and teaches courses such as Civil Procedural Law, Extrajudicial and Enforcement Law, Moot Courts, and Alternative Dispute Resolution. PhD in Civil and Civil Procedure Law (2015) General Pedagogical-Psychological and Didactic-Methodological Education (2013) Bar Exam Passed (2009) Mag.iur., Faculty of Law Osijek (2001–2006) Her research focuses on civil and procedural law with a strong emphasis on human rights, EU legal harmonization, and contemporary legal challenges. Key themes include access to justice, privacy rights in digital environments, vaccine injury compensation, and child custody enforcement. She examines how procedural frameworks impact substantive rights, particularly within EU and comparative law contexts. Her scholarly work bridges doctrinal analysis with practical implications for legal reform and judicial practice. The recent publications (2016–2021) reflect a consistent scholarly trajectory in civil procedural law, EU regulations, and human rights. Topics span environmental protection, inheritance law, labor disputes, and digital freedoms. The articles demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement, combining legal theory with social and technological developments. Many contributions analyze landmark EU and ECHR cases, highlighting their impact on national legal systems. Scientific awards and honors are not mentioned in the provided text. Katarina Knol Radoja has supervised academic work through thesis preparation seminars and moot court activities, though no specific advisees are listed. There is no mention of research grants, funded projects, or external funding sources. She contributes to legal education and practical training, particularly in procedural and civil law domains. There is no information available about specific research labs, research teams, or collaborative research centers she leads or participates in.

• Civil Procedural Law
• Civil Law
• Family Law
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Dr. Ema Menđušić Škugor serves as a main lecturer at Algebra Bernays University while concurrently holding the position of Co-Managing Partner at Law Firm Divjak Topić Bahtijarević & Krka, where she leads commercial and regulated industries teams. With over a decade of experience advising Croatia's most significant corporations on complex legal matters, she bridges academic theory and professional practice through expert lectures and pro bono initiatives. Her educational foundation includes a PhD in commercial and corporate law from the Faculty of Law in Zagreb. This advanced training underpins her dual career in academia and high-stakes corporate law practice. Menđušić Škugor's research concentrates on the dynamic intersection of commercial law, EU regulatory frameworks, and human rights protections. Her scholarly work critically examines Croatia's implementation of European Union directives, particularly in public procurement and financial administration, while maintaining a strong regional focus on South-Eastern Europe's legal evolution. Through pro bono projects, she actively cultivates connections between theoretical legal education and real-world corporate practice. Her publication record reveals consistent engagement with evolving EU legal frameworks, demonstrating particular expertise in procurement reform challenges and the complexities of EU accession to international human rights conventions. These works collectively highlight Croatia's transitional legal landscape within broader European integration processes. Professional recognition includes: The Legal500 Europe Directory designation as "one of the best in the market for corporate law" As both academic lecturer and law firm leader, Menđušić Škugor advises corporate clients while mentoring students through practical legal education initiatives. Her professional teams specialize in navigating Croatia's regulated industries within evolving EU compliance frameworks. At her law firm, she directs specialized teams handling complex commercial litigation and regulatory compliance matters for major Croatian corporations, with particular emphasis on sectors undergoing EU-mandated regulatory transformations.

• Commercial Law
• Corporate Law
• EU Public Procurement
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Verica Trstenjak is a Professor specializing in human rights law and European Union political systems. She teaches advanced courses such as Comparative Regulation of Human Rights in Public Administration and Political System of the European Union , focusing on legal frameworks across jurisdictions like Austria, Germany, France, and Anglo-Saxon countries. Her expertise includes the European Convention on Human Rights, EU Charter of Fundamental Rights, and institutional dynamics within EU governance. Course Topics: National vs. universal rights, legal mechanisms for rights protection, EU legislative processes, and institutional roles of European Parliament, Council, Commission, and European Court of Justice. Teaching Emphasis: Comparative analysis of parliamentary systems, separation of powers, and cross-cultural business communication in German-speaking regions. She holds a prominent position in legal education, contributing to doctoral and postgraduate studies in public administration and EU law.

• Human Rights Law
• European Union Political Systems
• Public Administration Law
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Hamish Low holds the academic rank of Assistant Lecturer. He currently serves as Global Programmes Lead at New Zealand Red Cross (Rīpeka Whero Aotearoa), overseeing international humanitarian initiatives. Previously, he worked with the UN on Colombia's peace process verification and with Peace Brigades International (PBI), supporting human rights defenders in Colombia. His career also includes social assistance with St Mungo’s homelessness charity in London, mediation training with Lambeth Mediation Service, nuclear non-proliferation advocacy with PNND, and English teaching in Hiroshima, Japan. Education: MA in Media, Peace and Conflict Studies from the UN-mandated University for Peace (UPEACE), San José, Costa Rica; BA in Literature and Philosophy from the University of Otago, New Zealand. He is also an alumnus of Diplo’s Humanitarian Diplomacy course. Research interests center on peace processes, human rights protection, and the intersection of media and conflict. His professional trajectory reflects a focus on grassroots humanitarian work, diplomatic advocacy, and educational outreach in high-risk regions.

• Conflict Resolution
• Human Rights Advocacy
• Peacebuilding
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Vanja Smokvina serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Labor and Social Law at the University of Rijeka. Her academic work bridges labor law theory and sports jurisprudence, with particular focus on the European regulatory landscape. Her research interests span multiple critical intersections: Sports Law and EU Policy integration Special labor relations frameworks for professional athletes Platform work regulations in the digital economy Comparative analysis of Croatian and EU labor standards Employment status classification challenges across sectors Analysis of her publication record reveals consistent engagement with evolving regulatory frameworks, particularly regarding athlete employment status within EU legal structures and the application of labor standards to emerging work arrangements. Her work demonstrates strong methodological grounding in both doctrinal legal analysis and comparative policy evaluation. Professional engagement includes active participation in EU sports policy forums like the Sport&EU conferences, where she contributes expertise on governance models and regulatory implementation challenges.

• Sports Law
• Labor Law
• EU Sports Policy
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Zvonimir Jelinić is an Associate Professor at the Department of Civil Law and Family Law Sciences, Faculty of Law, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil and Civil Procedure Law from the University of Zagreb Law School (2010) and an M.A. in European Law (2008). His research focuses on civil procedure, access to justice, legal clinics, and comparative law. Education: LL.B. from Osijek Law School (2002), M.A. in European Law (2008), Ph.D. in Civil Law (2010). Professional memberships include Global Alliance for Justice Education (GAJE) and European Network for Clinical Legal Education (ENCLE). Research interests include civil procedure reforms, legal aid systems, arbitration ethics, and the impact of digital technologies on justice systems. He leads the Osijek PRO BONO legal clinic, providing free legal assistance since 2015. Key awards include DAAD research scholarships (2019), Erasmus+ mobility grants (2017–2018), and a U.S. State Department fellowship (2009). His work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to legal education and systemic justice challenges. Teaching includes courses on civil procedure, legal ethics, and alternative dispute resolution. He advises on legal clinic operations and contributes to national legal reform initiatives.

• Civil Law
• Civil Procedure
• Access to Justice
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Ivana Tucak is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law of the Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, specializing in legal theory, human rights, and bioethics. She holds a PhD in Law from the same institution (2010), an LL.M. from the University of Zagreb (2006), and a BA in Law from the University of Osijek (2001). Her academic roles include serving as editor-in-chief of the Pravni vjesnik journal since 2017 and vice-president of the Croatian Association for Legal and Social Philosophy. Her research focuses on legal theory, constitutional rights, medical ethics, and gender issues. Notable works include analyses of abortion law, vaccination policies, and bioethical dilemmas. She has contributed to over 40 publications, including books and edited volumes on legal theory and human rights. Her recent work addresses the intersections of law and bioethics in public health crises, such as the impact of the pandemic on abortion access and ethical considerations in vaccination mandates. Ivana teaches courses on legal theory, ethics, and bioethics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including doctoral studies. She has held visiting lecturer positions in Serbia and Italy. Awards include recognition from Osijek-Baranja County for promoting local self-governance.

• Legal Theory
• Constitutional Law
• Human Rights
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Mira Lulić is a full professor with tenure at the Faculty of Law Osijek, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, where she has been employed since 1994. She is affiliated with the Department of International Law and Legal Theory Sciences and Methodology and teaches across undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and specialist programs. She is the leader of the Postgraduate Specialist Study in Human Rights and has held leadership roles in numerous academic and professional bodies. Education: Doctor of Law, Faculty of Law, University of Zagreb, 2005 Master of Laws, Faculty of Law, University of Split, 1999 Graduate in Law, Faculty of Law Osijek, 1993 Her research interests center on international law and human rights , with particular focus on minority rights, children's rights, genocide, anti-discrimination law, diplomatic law, and the peaceful settlement of disputes. She has published extensively on public international law and legal methodology, contributing to both national and international scholarly discourse. Her academic work emphasizes the interplay between legal theory and practical application in international relations and human rights protection. The most recent publications reflect a consistent trajectory in international human rights law , state sovereignty , self-determination , and legal protection of vulnerable groups . Her scholarly output spans doctrinal analysis, case studies (e.g., Chechnya, Kosovo, Croatia), and institutional evaluations (e.g., ICJ, UN, Ombudsman). The articles demonstrate deep engagement with treaty law, customary norms, and evolving challenges in international jurisprudence. Professional Memberships and Service: International Law Association Croatian Academy of Legal Sciences Croatian Society of International Law Croatian Association of Comparative Law Croatian Society of Maritime Law Panel for Law, Croatian Science Foundation Scientific Council for Peace and Human Rights Member, Main Committee for the Field of Law, Agency for Science and Higher Education Mira Lulić has led significant research projects, including the Ministry-funded Protection of Minority Rights in International Law and National Legislation (2006–2014). She has served in key academic governance roles, such as president of the Commission for the Suppression of Nepotism at her university and member of the Council of the Doctoral School. She mentors doctoral and specialist students and contributes to curriculum development across multiple programs. Her leadership in establishing and directing the Postgraduate Study in Human Rights highlights her commitment to specialized legal education. She is actively involved in collaboration with NGOs, ombudsmen’s offices, and legal professionals, particularly in the fields of international law and human rights. Her work bridges academia and public service, contributing to policy and institutional development in Croatia and beyond.

• International Law
• Human Rights
• Public International Law
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Valentina Mašić Fabac serves as an Assistant at the Department of Visual Impairments within the Faculty of Educational and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Zagreb. Holding a master's degree in rehabilitation education (mag. rehab. educ.), she actively contributes to academic and research initiatives focused on visual impairment and disability inclusion through her institutional email valentina.masic@erf.unizg.hr and contact number +385 1 245-7529. Her academic foundation includes specialized training in rehabilitation education, which directly informs her expertise in visual impairment interventions and policy development within the Croatian context. Ms. Mašić Fabac's research spans critical areas of disability studies: Visual Impairment and Accessibility Systems Legislative Harmonization with UN Disability Rights Conventions Pandemic Impact on Vulnerable Populations Educational Inclusion for Children with Disabilities Social Protection Frameworks Assistive Technology Applications Analysis of her publication trends reveals concentrated exploration of accessibility barriers during global crises, particularly regarding information dissemination and mobility for visually impaired individuals. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical policy implementation, emphasizing Croatian legislative contexts and technological solutions for inclusive societies. No scientific awards were documented in available sources. While specific details about graduate students and research funding remain undisclosed, she operates within the Department of Visual Impairments' robust research infrastructure, which includes the Laboratory for Sign Language and Deaf Culture Research, Assistive Technology Laboratory, and specialized units for hearing/speech acoustics and early motor behavior—enabling interdisciplinary collaboration in rehabilitation science.

• Rehabilitation Sciences
• Visual Impairment
• Disability Studies
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Prof. Dr. Sc. Maja Bukovac Puvača is a Professor in the Department of Civil Law at the University of Rijeka, School of Law . Her research focuses on tort law, civil liability, EU law compliance, data protection, and obligations law. She has published extensively on topics such as liability for damages caused by animals, data privacy violations, motor vehicle liability, and force majeure exemptions. Research Interests : Tort Law, EU Law, Data Protection, State Liability, Obligations Law Recent Article Trends : Analysis of EU Court precedents on personal data breaches, liability in motor vehicle accidents, force majeure, and non-pecuniary damages for family-related rights violations. Contact : maja.bukovac.puvaca@uniri.hr

• Tort Law
• Civil Law
• EU Law
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Professor Loris Belanić serves as a full Professor in the Department of Civil Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Rijeka, Croatia, maintaining active academic status with current institutional contact details including direct telephone line (+385 51 359-530) and university email address. His scholarly profile demonstrates deep integration within Croatian legal academia through continuous publication output and institutional engagement. Belanić's research program centers on civil law with specialized expertise in insurance law, legal protection insurance mechanisms, liability regimes, and contractual frameworks. His work critically examines risk management in public administration contexts, natural disaster coverage, vaccination consequences, autonomous vehicle liability, and transparency requirements in insurance distribution. Methodologically, he employs rigorous comparative analysis between Croatian law and European legal systems—particularly German jurisprudence—to address evolving regulatory challenges in insurance law. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2025) reveals consistent thematic focus on insurance law's adaptation to emerging risks including genetic testing data in underwriting, business interruption coverage, and professional liability frameworks. He demonstrates particular attention to procedural aspects of legal protection insurance and the tension between consumer rights and insurer obligations within European regulatory contexts, with significant contributions to Croatian legal education reform through collaborative academic projects.

• Civil Law
• Insurance Law
• Legal Protection Insurance
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Prof. Marissabell Škorić is a Professor in the Department of Criminal Law at the University of Rijeka, Croatia. Her academic work focuses on the intersection of criminal law with human rights, gender-based violence, and social challenges within the Croatian legal framework. Her primary research examines violence against women and family violence, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, analyzing implementation gaps in the Istanbul Convention and Sustainable Development Goals. She extensively investigates mental health legislation, computer crime regulation, and freedom of speech controversies including fake news. Her methodology combines doctrinal legal analysis with empirical studies of judicial practice and international human rights standards. Analysis of her publications (2020-2025) reveals three dominant trends: (1) Gender-based violence research increasingly incorporates pandemic-related data showing 32% surge in domestic violence reports, (2) Mental health law scholarship focuses on CRPD implementation challenges regarding legal capacity, and (3) Digital crime studies address evolving computer fraud techniques requiring updated investigative protocols. Her work consistently critiques systemic failures in victim protection while proposing legislative reforms. While no formal advising roles are documented in available sources, her publications indicate active collaboration with Croatian judicial institutions including the State Attorney's Council and European Court of Human Rights case analysis. Her research frequently addresses grant-funded projects on EU Convention implementation, particularly regarding violence against women and disability rights frameworks.

• Violence against women
• Family violence
• Criminal law
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Iva Parenta serves as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Criminal Procedural Law, University of Rijeka, specializing in criminal procedure, liability frameworks, and human rights compliance within legal systems. Her scholarly work bridges theoretical analysis with practical application in Croatian and European contexts. Her research portfolio emphasizes: Criminal procedure exceptions and fair trial guarantees Civil, criminal, and disciplinary liability of state authorities Presumption of innocence in international and domestic frameworks Human rights implications of artificial intelligence Historical evolution of Croatian criminal law Asset freezing and evidentiary procedures Analysis of her 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on procedural justice mechanisms, evolving regulatory challenges in disciplinary proceedings, and critical examination of technology's impact on legal processes. Her work demonstrates particular expertise in applying European standards to Croatian legal practice while addressing contemporary issues like AI-driven justice systems. Dr. Parenta maintains active academic engagement through Google Scholar and institutional portfolio, with contact available via telephone (051/359-678), email (iparenta@uniri.hr), and office location (Room 77).

• Criminal Procedure
• Civil Liability
• Criminal Liability
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Prof. Dr. Branka Rešetar is a Full Professor at the Department of Civil and Family Law at the Faculty of Law, University of Osijek. She has held positions as an Assistant Professor (2009), Associate Professor and Department Head (2014), and Full Professor (2020). Her research focuses on family law, child rights, and legal protection mechanisms. She leads the Croatian Association for Legal Protection of Families and participates in EU legal networks. Key roles include editor-in-chief of Child and Family in Contemporary Society and member of editorial boards for legal journals. Notable awards include the 2018 Award for Excellence in Scientific Research from her faculty. Education: LL.B. (1994, University of Split), LL.M. (2004, Zagreb), Ph.D. (2009, Zagreb). Research Interests: Family law reform, child procedural rights, gender equality, disability rights, and international family law. Her publications emphasize legal frameworks for child welfare, gender equality in Croatian society, and cross-border family legal challenges. She actively contributes to legislative drafting, including the 2014 Family Act. Awards: 2018 Excellence Award for Scientific Research Work. Grants/Projects: Leader of working groups for legal reforms and international projects on family law. She directs interdisciplinary programs on child rights and social work, integrating legal and social perspectives. Her editorial work and conference participation highlight her global engagement in family law advancements.

• Family Law
• Child Rights
• Legal Protection
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Prof. Mario Vinković is a full professor at the Faculty of Law, University of Osijek, leading the Department of Labor and Social Legislation. He specializes in EU and national labor law, discrimination, gender equality, and social rights. He serves on the European Committee for Social Rights (Council of Europe) and the State Judicial Council (2019–2027). A Jean Monnet Chair holder (2013–2016), he has authored over 40 papers globally and advised on labor law reforms in Croatia and the EU. His research focuses on anti-discrimination, child labor, and social dumping. Research Interests: Prof. Vinković explores labor law transformation, workplace discrimination, EU social policy, gender segregation, and human trafficking. He advocates for legal frameworks protecting vulnerable workers and promotes Croatian alignment with EU labor standards. Awards: Rector's Award (student) City of Osijek Award (student) Institutional research and teaching awards Grants & Leadership: Former Vice-Dean (2009–2014), Vice-Rector (2014–2017), and Doctoral School Head (2014–2019). Collaborates with NGOs like the Mobbing Association and advises on EU-funded projects. Active in international academic networks, including the University of Manchester and University of Illinois. Labs/Teams: Heads the Department of Labor Law and coordinates the Jean Monnet Module on EU Labor Equality. Engaged in interdisciplinary programs like European Studies at the University of Osijek.

• Labor Law
• European Union Law
• Anti-Discrimination Law
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