WALLESS‘s banking and finance team has extensive knowledge and experience throughout the market. The team is well-versed in handling issues regarding commercial lending, refinancing, and loan portfolio transfers, as well as the restructuring of financial institutions and regulatory-driven M&A transactions. The practice represents both banks and borrowers in a range of projects, including renewable energy projects, commercial real estate developments, and aircraft acquisitions. Leading this knowledgeable team is Joana Baublyte-Kulviete, who brings particular expertise in financing transactions, funds, and fintech work, with a recent focus on expanding the financial regulatory and fintech service line at the firm.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Key clients

  • European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
  • Siauliu Bankas
  • Swedbank Lithuania
  • BayernLB
  • Ignitis group
  • Modus Asset Management
  • Capitalica Asset Management
  • Vilniaus Baldai
  • INVL Bridge Finance Fund
  • 1 Asset Management

Work highlights

  • Advised Siauliu Bankas on the merger with Invalda INVL.
  • Advised Ignitis Renewables on signing a financing agreement for the Mazeikiai onshore wind farm with the European Investment Bank and the Nordic Investment Bank.
  • Advised Siauliu Bankas on completing a 10-year subordinated bond issue with a nominal value of EUR50m in the international financial markets.

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.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Joana Baublyte-Kulviete