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European Legal update: 29.04. – 13.05.2025.
Trainee Povilas Virbašius compiled the material. Tax The court of justice ruled on whether the denial of tax refunds to non-resident investment funds is compatible with the free movement of capital Ruling: 30 April 2025 The court of justice delivered its judgment in the case Austria v. Franklin Mutual Series Funds – Franklin Mutual European […]
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Tips and Tricks for Foreign Bidders in Latvian Public Tenders
The Latvian government is set to increase spending on IT and defence in the coming years. While the Latvian legal framework aligns closely with harmonised EU rules on public procurement, it is known for its meticulous adherence to these rules, offering less flexibility than other EU member states. Here, our public procurement team shares tips […]
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Aku Sorainen: A data-centric culture doesn’t stand in opposition to being client-centric
In a recent episode of the Bits and bytes for advokater podcast, hosted by the Norwegian Bar Association, Sorainen founder Aku Sorainen shared practical insights into how our firm has successfully built a data-centric culture. “A data-centric culture doesn’t stand in opposition to being client-centric. All law firms must be client-centric – that’s fundamental. But […]
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The Pursuit of Scarppiness: Tax expert reveals how startups can take advantage of tax opportunities
Janis Taukacs is a seasoned tax advisor and partner at Sorainen law firm, where he leads the tax and customs practice. He has nearly 30 years of experience across the Baltics and internationally. Known for his deep expertise in corporate taxation, international structuring, and tax dispute resolution, Janis is also a passionate content creator, running […]
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ESG newsletter, May 2025
In this month’s ESG highlights, we bring you the most significant updates on ESG developments from across Europe and the Baltic region. From various regulation changes and climate-related initiatives at the EU level to bold new ESG initiatives in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania, we spotlight the actions shaping a more sustainable future. As always, our […]