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We stopped the unconstitutional increase in fine levels
We advised a client on a proposed amendment to the Forest Act that would have increased statutory fines by more than a hundredfold. We analysed the constitutionality of the draft legislation and submitted recommendations to bring it into line with the Constitution. As a result of our work, the unconstitutional increase in fine levels was […]
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A landmark judgment clarifying companies’ sanctions compliance duties
We successfully represented a leading telecommunications company in a sanctions‑related dispute arising from the suspension of retransmission in Estonia of 26 Russian‑language television channels. Following the imposition of international sanctions in 2022, our client became concerned that certain licence fees might, indirectly or covertly, reach sanctioned persons. The company therefore suspended contractual payments until the […]
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Pro bono legal support for the growth of Ascent Lumina
In last year’s Shared Mission project, we provided pro bono legal assistance to the Latvian company Ascent Lumina. About Ascent Lumina Ascent Lumina develops advanced artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for unmanned and autonomous vehicles, with a strong focus on real-time AI perception systems capable of operating in complex operational environments. Its services include the development, […]
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Application of language requirements to teachers working in international schools: CJEU provides important clarification
We successfully represented Vilnius International School in a case concerning the application of Lithuanian language requirements to teachers working in international schools. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a clarification favourable to our client, which may become an important precedent across the European Union. The dispute arose after the Sate Language […]
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Rīgas namu pārvaldnieks begins path to IPO
We provided advice to Rīgas namu pārvaldnieks, carrying out an assessment of Riga City Council’s participation in this capital company and possible scenarios for terminating this involvement. About Rīgas namu pārvaldnieks Rīgas namu pārvaldnieks is the largest and most experienced property management company in the Baltics, based on its client base. The company provides high-quality, […]