Banja Luka, September 2, 2025 – The Basic Court of Banja Luka and the University “Privredna akademija” have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, formalizing the start of joint activities aimed at improving legal education, professional practice, and the professional development of students.

The Memorandum was signed by Biljana Radulović, President of the Basic Court of Banja Luka, and the Rector of the University “Privredna akademija,” Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić. This agreement provides for cooperation in the fields of legal education, practical training, and professional internships for students of law and social sciences.

According to the terms of the memorandum, students of the University “Privredna akademija” will have the opportunity to participate in projects and internships within the Basic Court, attend trials, lectures, and workshops organized in cooperation with the court, thereby gaining insight into the real legal environment.

Biljana Radulović, President of the Basic Court in Banja Luka, highlighted the importance of this cooperation: “Connecting academic education with practical work in the judiciary allows students to better understand the legal system and prepare for professional life, while on the other hand, it contributes to strengthening legal practice through the fresh perspective and knowledge of young professionals.”

The Rector of the “Privredna akademija” University, Prof. Dr. Željko Petrić, emphasized the significance of this memorandum for students: “Such cooperation provides students with concrete experiences and enables them to apply theoretical knowledge in a real legal environment, which is crucial for their professional development.”

This Memorandum represents an important step in strengthening the ties between the academic community and judicial institutions, with the aim of improving the quality of education and creating professional staff ready for the challenges of professional life.