The banking, finance, and AML practice group at Cobalt has extensive experience representing both international and local clients in various complex banking and finance law-related matters. The firm covers a broad range of related matters, such as M&A transactions involving financial institutions, cross-border lending and refinancing agreements, capital market work, and financial restructuring. The breadth of work is highlighted by involvement in several industries, including aviation, food and drink, IT services, and waste management. Leading the banking and finance side of the team is the experienced Edgars Lodziņš, who has ‘particular expertise in the capital markets’, whilst Edgars Pastars takes control of the AML aspect.

Ellex‘s banking and finance team continues its involvement in financing transactions across the region, with an increasing focus on the alternative investment funds industry and fintech and alternative financing business models. The firm continues to be a key regulatory advisor in the banking and insurance sector, with specific knowledge of compliance matters. The ‘reliable and responsible’ team offers a range of services across the practice area, including advising financial institutions, acting in project financing, and advising capital market players. The group is led by co-heads Marta Cera and Zane Veidemane-Bērziņa; the former brings experience in cross-border secured lending and structured financing transactions, whilst the latter has extensive expertise in financial regulatory matters.

The finance and insurance team at Sorainen is an experienced group that has ‘knowledge and experience of practices in different countries’. The firm is involved in a variety of work, including note issuances, business sale agreements, private bond issuances, and advising on financing deals. The breadth of the firm’s capabilities is further evidenced by the various industries it operates in, with matters involving aviation, insurance, renewable energy, and real estate. The team benefits from the joint leadership of Rūdolfs Eņģelis and Ramona Miglane, following the latter’s arrival in May 2024.

The team at Eversheds Sutherland Bitans has an excellent reputation when it comes to advising issuers and stakeholders on capital market projects and regulatory developments. The firm is heavily involved with capital market projects, in both the bond and equity markets, operating with an in-depth knowledge of IPOs. The team is also well versed in sanctions, compliance, and anti-money laundering matters, benefitting from the leadership of practice head Māris Vainovskis, who has extensive experience in capital market transactions alongside regulatory and compliance matters.

TGS Baltic‘s banking and finance team advises on a wide range of matters, including syndicated loans, project financing, asset-based lending, and cross-border financing deals. The team offers extensive knowledge, evidenced by their involvement with various industries, such as aviation, agriculture, education, and renewable energy. The group is led by Inese Hazenfusa, with key support provided by Mārtiņš Galzons.

The banking and finance team at VILGERTS regularly advises on a variety of transactions, including different types of asset acquisitions, as well as both private and public bond placements, acting on behalf of either issuers or bondholders across the Baltics. The firm is also engaged with notable matters in the insurance industry, with continued strength in transaction-related banking and finance matters and project finance. The team is led by Gints Vilgerts, with key support from Jānis Kubilis and Charles Clarke.

WALLESS‘s banking and finance team has strength across a wide range of financing deals, regularly advising large banks and other credit institutions. The team has also been involved in assisting clients with obtaining loans and refinancing from banks to finance the acquisition of shares and other assets, as well as wider finance project development matters. This work is carried out in a variety of industries, from aviation, where practice co-head Valters Diure has particular expertise, to energy and real estate. Alongside Valters is Sintija Radionova, who brings exceptional knowledge of cross-border transactions and projects.

The banking and finance team at Kronbergs Cukste Levin acts for a range of clients, including both local and international banks, private equity lending businesses, and private equity mortgage lenders. The team is led by Vineta Čukste–Jurjeva, who controls a strong team of ‘very competent, very business-oriented and experienced lawyers’.

drill. Law Firm‘s banking and finance team is well-regarded for its work surrounding licensing, capital raising, online investment platforms, and asset-backed securities. The team is led by Margarita Ivanova.

The LEADELL Vītols finance group excels in a wide range of financial and corporate matters, particularly specialising in insolvency and restructuring matters. The ‘professional’ team is led by the experienced Kārlis Vītols.

The banking and finance team at Spridzans, Snipe & Hramcenko is involved in a wide variety of work, including regulatory matters, licensing work for alternative investment funds, debt recovery, and liquidations. Key senior names in the team include Ansis Spridzans, Svetlana Hramcenko, and Arta Snipe.