Ellex‘s regulatory industries and trade team boasts a specialised projects and energy team, comprising highly experienced energy lawyers. The team covers all significant areas within the energy sector, advising on critical development projects across Lithuania and the Baltics. The practice’s portfolio includes a wide range of energy areas, such as electricity, nuclear energy, renewable energy, oil and natural gas. Aligning with a growing market trend, the firm also sees work related to hydrocarbon projects. The team is led by Dovilė Greblikienė, whose experience covers in-depth knowledge of energy pricing and tariff regulation, transactional work in the energy sector, and dispute resolution in the energy field.
Projects and energy in Lithuania
Ellex
Praxisleiter:
Dovilė Greblikienė
Referenzen
‘Ellex distinguishes itself through its commitment to excellence and a client-centric approach that goes beyond standard expectations. Their team ensures the highest quality of legal services, whether it is navigating complex litigation or compliance issues, we have found them to be exceptionally thorough, responsive and dedicated.’
‘Their unique strengths lie in their deep industry knowledge and the ability to handle niche legal areas with expertise that is hard to find elsewhere. In our experience, Ellex’s capability to integrate specialised knowledge with a practical understanding of our business needs sets them apart in the Lithuanian legal market.’
‘Dovile Greblikiene is exceptionally professional, we have worked with other law companies and lawyers before, but Dovile’s engagement and professionalism are outstanding and exceptional.’
Kernmandanten
Nordic Solar A/S
UAB ABOVO red
Pamario jegainiu energija, UAB / IKEA
ORLEN Lietuva
Gren / Partners Group
European Energy A/S
Baltpool, UAB
E-Energija UAB
EIG Global Energy Partners (EIG)
UAB ‘AE saulės vatas’
Energy Unlimited UAB
Green Genius UAB
Total Marketing Service, SA
Veolia Environnement S.A
Siemens Energy Oy
Imlitex, UAB
Highlight-Mandate
- Ellex advises the Danish client Nordic Solar in three solar energy projects in Lithuania.
- Represented the interests of Windfarm Akmenė Two, UAB, a company developing a 100 MW wind energy farm, in a legal dispute with UAB Telšių vėjo parkas regarding grid capacities reservations for power plant connection to the transmission grid.
- Advised UAB ‘E energija’ in the sale of 100% of shares in UAB ‘Miesto energija’ and UAB ‘Pramonės energija’ and 4.34% of shares in AB ‘Klaipėdos Energija’ for EUR 10.6m.
Sorainen
The energy and infrastructure team at Sorainen regularly advises clients on significant energy and infrastructure projects across the region. Within the energy sector, the team is constantly involved in major energy transactions, be that in renewables, gas, electricity, heating or nuclear power. Furthermore, the practice possesses great experience in navigating the infrastructure market, whether that is in relation to regulatory issues, political challenges or uncertain economic environments. The team is led by co-heads Sergej Butov, who also leads the corporate and M&A team, and Asta Augutytė-Rapkevičienė, who assists clients in major energy and infrastructure development projects.
Praxisleiter:
Sergej Butov; Asta Augutytė-Rapkevičienė
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‘They are possibly the most experienced team in the Projects and Energy sector, providing us with support on a wide range of complex and challenging issues. What sets them apart is their prompt and exceptionally smooth communication with clients. Their sector knowledge is outstanding, and it’s a genuine pleasure to collaborate with them as close partners.’
‘The law firm has been an invaluable resource for supporting a power project which we executed in Lithuania. Sorainen continues to work with us through a dedicated team of lawyers with specialisations which are invaluable for navigating public procurement in the local market. Friendly, supportive, and always on hand with pragmatic advice throughout the lifetime of the project. ’
‘Very pleased with the continued working relationship with the team of Paulius Murauskas, Donatas Jasaitis, Edgaras Markevičius, Asta Augutytė-Rapkevičienė and Kazimieras Karpickis. Services received are seamless and I have felt well managed as a client to the firm.’
Kernmandanten
Nord/LB Bank
Aura Power Development
Fluence Energy
Giraitės ginkluotės gamyba
Eolus Baltic Holding
Kaunas’ stadium
Energy Community
D.Trading International SA
Enefit
Elektrum Lietuva UAB
European Energy A/S
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised NORD/LB, KfW IPEX Bank and Nordic Investment Bank on providing long-term financing totaling around EUR 326 million to LT Energija to construct the new Pagėgiai wind farm.
- Advising Aura Power Development on the development of a solar park with an installed capacity of 375 MW in Ignalina district.
- Advising Fluence Energy GmbH on the successful public procurement for the installation and integration of a system of four energy storage devices (batteries) into the Lithuanian energy system.
Cobalt
Cobalt‘s project development and energy practice is an experienced group with an in-depth focus on energy and infrastructure matters. With clients involved in energy generation, transmission and distribution, as well as investment funds and developers, the team is well-experienced to handle a wide range of issues. Whether the issue relates to infrastructure financing, PPP projects or the development of wind or solar parks, Cobalt has experienced lawyers on hand to assist. Simona Oliškevičiūtė Cicėnienė leads the practice and has years of experience in advising various market-leading companies.
Praxisleiter:
Simona Oliškevičiūtė – Cicėnienė
Referenzen
‘Full-service offering with deep market knowledge. Cobalt is a stepping stone for any entry to the Lithuanian market.’
‘Simona Oliškevičiūtė-Cicėnienė – a leading partner in the energy sector. Simona is very well-connected and pushes the agenda in the sector.’
Kernmandanten
Lietuvos geležinkeliai, AB
BaltCap Infrastructure Fund
Aquila Capital Management GmbH
Prosperus Asset Management
Nter Asset Management
Evolis, UAB
Merko statyba, UAB, a member of Merko Ehitus Group
LITGRID, AB
Invest in Lithuania
Šiauliai Free Economic Zone Management Company
Kėdainiai Free Economic Zone Management Company
Enery Lithuania
Amberwind, UAB
European Energy A/S
Lords LB Asset Management
E Energija Group
Enefit Green UAB
Höegh LNG
Vėjų spektras, UAB
Vėjo gūsis, UAB
Vėjo vatas, UAB
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising European Energy A/S, a Danish privately-owned leading wind energy project development company on the acquisition and/or development of several wind and solar energy parks in Lithuania.
- Advising BaltCap Infrastructure Fund on the development and construction of the National Stadium in Lithuania under the recently concluded Concession Agreement.
- Advising one of the players in the project development market on the participation in a public-private partnership (PPP) project for the construction of a new prison institution in Lithuania.
TGS Baltic
WALLESS
WALLESS' energy practice, working out of the competition and regulatory team, has vast experience in energy law, particularly in the renewable energy sector. Furthermore, away from the energy sector, the group assists numerous clients such as municipalities and retail chains in navigating energy matters and developing renewable energy initiatives. The team is led by the experienced Laura Ziferman, with key support from Vaidotas Puklevicius, who has particular expertise in energy storage, and onshore and offshore wind energy developments.
Praxisleiter:
Laura Ziferman
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Vaidotas Puklevicius
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‘Walless has much experience and good knowledge of the sector, delves into the client’s situation, proposes alternatives, identifies potential risks and provides recommendations.’
‘Highly qualified, dedicated experts in relevant sector.’
‘They are not “result-oriented”, but result-driven and can pull a seemingly hopelessly stuck project into implementation.’
Kernmandanten
Vilnius City Municipality
Kaunas City Municipality
Ignalinos atominė elektrinė
Elecnor S.A.
Energy Cells
IDEMIA group
LIDL Lietuva
Ministry of Environment
Elektrum Lietuva
Eastnine Lithuania, UAB
UAB Eastern Capital
Kaunas district municipality
UAB Saulės grąža
UAB Ignitis Renewables
Lietuvos oro uostai, AB
Highlight-Mandate
- Advised Kaunas City in preparing and conducting tender procedures and awarding a concession contract for S.Darius and S.Girėnas Stadium and Kaunas Sport Hall.
- Advised and assisted State Entity Ignalinos atominė elektrinė in a public tender for awarding a public works contract regarding Surface Disposal for Low and Medium Radioactive Short-Life Waste Works, a part of Ignalina’s Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning project, including in related litigations and addressing issues concerning national security interests.
- Advised and represented Energy Cells, UAB (EPSO-G group company) in a project with a consortium of Siemens Energy and Fluence as the contractor for building 4 energy storage battery parks in Lithuania.
Eversheds Saladžius (a member of Eversheds Sutherland)
The energy and projects team at Eversheds Saladžius (a member of Eversheds Sutherland) has extensive experience and expertise on a wide range of oil, gas, power transmission and power generation projects. Such projects include nuclear, renewable and sustainable energy. The team is led by co-heads Jonas Saladžius and Rimtis Puišys, who bring extensive experience in the energy and gas sector to the team.
Praxisleiter:
Jonas Saladžius; Rimtis Puišys
Referenzen
‘Eversheds Saladzius is highly recognised in the energy and projects area.’
‘Highly innovative in using tech in providing legal services.’
‘Top efficiency and productivity and extremely good value for money.’
Kernmandanten
Nobe
Litgrid
Elecnor Servicios Y Proyectos
Petrofac International
Gren Lietuva
Gren Klaipėda
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising Estonian construction company NOBE on new wind farms development projects in Lithuania.
- Advising Elecnor Servicios Y Proyectos regarding the design and construction of energy subsystem networks agreement at Rail Baltica project, based on FIDIC Yellow Book.
- Continuous legal support to Petrofac International, a global energy facilities corporation, for the implementation of an oil refinery project in the Baltics.
GLIMSTEDT Bernotas & Partners
The project development team at GLIMSTEDT Bernotas & Partners has a wealth of experience throughout the market, including project development, project finance and infrastructure matters. The team benefits from the joint leadership of Marius Embrektas and Feliksas Miliutis.
Praxisleiter:
Marius Embrektas; Feliksas Miliutis
Referenzen
‘Glimstedt team, and in particular partner Marius Embrektas, has unique and extensive expertise in PPP and large-scale projects. The team excels not only at ordinary legal work but also adds value through significant local networks, including, financing institutions and technical experts. The Glimstedt team also has access and contacts of international partners and is highly experienced in matters related to the setting up of structures with international partners in large-scale infrastructure projects.’
‘Unique and in-depth experience in PPP and large-scale infrastructure projects, understanding of underlying business aspects, developed network of sector players, pro-active approach, efficiency and responsiveness.’
Kernmandanten
Q-free
Eikos statyba
Eika group
Lithuanian Ministry of Energy, European Investment Bank
UAB Klaipedos paslaugos
Invest Lithuania
Klaipėdos miesto savivaldybės administracija
European Energy Efficiency Fund
Ignalinos atominė elektrinė
Telšių rajono savivaldybės administracija
Spark Legal and Policy Consulting
ONDE S.A.
Neste
Egis Rail
Sunotec Group
Elektrum Lietuva
Smartecon Group
Lithuanian Ministry of Economy and Innovation
Kaunas district municipality
Virsi-A
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisted the Ministry of Energy and more than 10 owners of public infrastructure in implementing ESCO-based rehabilitation projects.
- Offering legal consultations to the Ignalina nuclear power plant concerning its transition from a state-owned entity to a joint-stock company.
Noewe Legal
Noewe Legal‘s project and infrastructure team is regularly engaged in a range of issues across the market. The project and energy team provides advice in land acquisitions, licensing agreements, project negotiations and territory planning throughout the industry, with clients in the energy and power, mining, oil and gas sectors. Robert Juodka leads the practice, with wide corporate experience and involvement in various infrastructure projects.
Praxisleiter:
Robert Juodka
Referenzen
‘The team is productive and efficient. We have a long history with them and they are diverse and adaptable, finding the necessary expert in all the fields we work with them.’
‘Great experts, accessible and good communicators.’
Kernmandanten
Evecon OU, Evecon UAB
INVL Asset Management
VESTAS
Fairwind SA
Enefit UAB
PGE Energetyka Kolejowa S.A.
ZUE SA
UAB DIFF Develop
SCHWENK Latvija
UAB PK Invest
Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne S.A.
EESTI Energia Group
UAB ‘VEJUSTA’
Highlight-Mandate
- Rendered full legal assistance in the process of preparation of the Lithuanian legal part of the HARMONY LINK subsea electricity HVDC interconnector project between Poland and Lithuania.
- Assisting Evecon, a Estonian capital renewable energy generation capacity developer, and acting as the firm’s outsourced legal department in the process of developing several new wind and solar power plants as well as in connection to ongoing litigation matters in connection to the reservation of energy production capacities.
- Providing daily assistance to ENEFIT in all of their legal, energy-related regulatory, contractual, data and consumer protection as well as many other matters and questions.