Commercial, corporate and M&A

Sorainen

The practice at Sorainen has a deep knowledge of commercial, corporate, and M&A matters, with expertise in a wide range of industries, including the energy, technology, and industrial sectors. The team is led by an impressive and well-experienced outfit: Eva Berlaus, a seasoned M&A and private equity practitioner; Nauris Grigals, who has years of experience in corporate law and M&A practice; and Jānis Līkops, who joined the team in April 2024 from FORT. Together, they ensure the ‘highly responsive team’ maintains, ’a high level of professionalism, responsibility, and ability to understand’ complex issues.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

‘What makes this practice unique is its unwavering commitment to client success, coupled with a deep understanding of legal intricacies across various industries. The team demonstrates exceptional professionalism and dedication, always ensuring that their advice is tailored to the unique needs of each client. They are highly responsive, and approachable, and prioritize clear communication, making complex legal matters easy to understand for clients.'
'One of the firm's standout strengths is its ability to offer practical, business-oriented solutions while maintaining a keen eye for legal detail. Their collaborative approach ensures that clients receive well-rounded advice, drawing from the diverse expertise of the team.'
'Compared to other firms, they are distinguished by their strong client focus, creative problem-solving, and a genuine commitment to achieving the best outcomes for those they represent.’
‘The team I have worked with stands out for their high level of professionalism, responsibility, and ability to understand the client's needs. Every individual I have interacted with demonstrates deep legal knowledge and the capacity to find creative solutions, even in the most complex situations. They are always accessible, responsive, and quick to adapt to changing circumstances, which provides a great sense of security.'
'I would particularly like to highlight Sorainen, whose expertise and strategic advice have been invaluable in handling difficult cases. Their ability to remain calm and offer practical solutions makes them an indispensable member of the team. Their personal approach, combined with a deep understanding of the law, truly sets this team apart from its competitors.’
'Professional, always available, wide-ranging capabilities.’
‘Highly responsive team, able to provide creative solutions to solve complex problems.’
‘Flexibility and responsiveness.'

Key clients

Rimi Baltic
Gjensidige
Gren Latvija
Solar
Kajax Fishexport
ANTALIS
Tikedo S.r.l.
Livonia Partners
Nissan Nordic Europe
Ramudden Global
Clean Energy Investments
Latvian Red Cross
Helmes Latvia
Rotermann
LNK Group
James Jānis Berdigans, founder of Printify
Axxeron Fricke GmbH

Work highlights

Advising Rimi Baltic on selling logistics and office centre in Riga.
Advised Gren, Northern European green energy company, which develops and provides green energy solutions, on their expansion and investments in sustainable district heating and renewable energy production assets in Latvia.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.