Corporate/Commercial: Latvia
The team is headed by Filip Klavins, who receives praise for his 20-year experience of major Latvian and cross-border corporate transactions. Raymond Slaidins is a well-known name in this market. He recently advised EBRD as a significant shareholder on the restructuring of Parex Banka.
Managing partner Girts Lejins is well known for his corporate expertise, advising clients including the Latvian government in complex transactions. Practice head Dace Silava-Tomsone is commended for her first-class expertise and prominent position in the market. She recently advised Swedbank Life Insurance on establishing Societas Europaea in the Baltic region. Andrejs Lielkalns is praised as a “very capable practitioner” in this field. “They all do a really good job,” commented a client.
Managing partner Eva Berlaus wins market applause for her “fantastic” corporate work and valuable cross-border experience. Her recent highlights include advising the Latvian Privatisation Agency on the disposal of a 25% stake - plus one share - to EBRD. Girts Ruda is well known for his activity in this field, in addition to his work in the restructuring and real estate markets. He advised the Riga City Municipality on the implementation of the Northern Corridor project. Rudolfs Engelis stands out as the banking and competition expert in the team.
Lauris Liepa heads the practice and is well respected by peers and clients, who say “his expertise is at the heart of this firm.” He is a prominent figure in the Riga business arena. Laine Skopina is commended for her work in corporate and M&A, and for her real estate expertise.
Eriks Blumbergs heads this 18-strong team and receives praise for his “extensive comprehension of Latvian and international law." Clients appreciate the strength of his "analytical skills that help towards implementing our business needs.” Ivars Pommers earns market recognition for his quality work in corporate cases, in addition to his already established reputation in real estate.
Vineta Cukste recently advised SAS Scandinavian Airlines on the sale of shares in AirBaltic. Valters Kronbergs was involved in a cross-border merger for a major supermarket chain. “These are good lawyers and I have high respect for their work,” commented one client.