Corporate/Commercial - Lithuania
What the team is known for
Ellex Valiunas offers a respected team representing foreign and domestic investors, individuals and corporates in high-value M&A transactions and commercial issues. The work includes investments, joint ventures, structurings, IPOs and stock exchange listings. The team is highly visible on cross-border deals that cover several European markets and Asian jurisdictions.
Strengths
"Ellex are highly responsive and provide a superior level of service."
"The team think outside the box and have a holistic approach."
"The law firm's client services are exceptional, focusing on meeting clients' needs and building relationships. It provides personalised and tailored legal solutions, fostering long-term partnerships based on trust and mutual respect."
"Ellex has a good and really nice corporate team in Lithuania and the Baltics."
"The team are ready immediately and have all the capabilities needed."
Work highlights
Ellex Valiunas acted as local counsel on the merger of ORLEN and Grupa LOTOS, assisting both sides.
Notable practitioners
Rolandas Valiūnas is an accomplished lawyer with a wealth of experience advising on all aspects of cross-border transactions. "He is a real leader in the market."
Paulius Gruodis is a skilled lawyer who is experienced in handling large-scale transactions. He regularly advises on high-value international M&A matters and often represents corporations and individuals. "Paulius is an exceptional lawyer who assesses each matter holistically and then provides appropriate advice after consulting with his colleagues or reflecting on what options would be most appropriate to pursue." "Paulius Gruodis is a visionary leader who is dedicated to delivering optimal results."
Robertas Čiočys is a lawyer well versed in handling a variety of aspects relating to acquisitions. He often represents domestic corporations, private equity firms and venture capital clients. "Robertas Čiočys is really experienced in the corporate law area. He really delivers expertise and is very to the point." "He understands the client well and shows great initiative."
Žilvinas Zinkevičius is an adept lawyer who assists with cross-border acquisitions and the selling of shares, representing individuals or corporations.
New to the rankings, department co-head Rūta Armonė receives notable acclaim for her growing M&A practice, with particular expertise in private equity and venture capital deals, often acting on startup mandates. She also handles transactions in the renewable energy sector. "Rūta is truly a next-generation star in the M&A field in Lithuania." "Rūta Armonė is a very good lawyer who demonstrates an impressive performance." "She has a good way with clients who don't know the Lithuanian legal system."