With one client commending their ‘top-notch service’, Sorainen handles high-value deals including M&A as well as shareholder relations, investments, and corporate structuring. Also noted is the private equity and venture capital group that is well-placed to advise foreign investors on Lithuanian market entry. Mantas Petkevičius leads this part of the team, while Sergej Butov, a highly experienced M&A and energy lawyer, oversees the broader practice as a whole. Laimonas Skibarka, the firm’s managing partner, also assists on M&A, foreign investments, and TMT matters. Other key names include Evaldas Dūdonis and Jonas Kiauleikis , the last of which also co-heads the firm’s TMT area, as well as Mindaugas Dominykas Baniulis .
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‘The team appears to be the go-to-shop when doing business in Lithuania. They are pleasant to work with and respect deadlines.’
‘I am delighted to share my enthusiastic testimonial for Sorainen, a legal team that has consistently exceeded my expectations in every way. My experience working with them has been nothing short of exceptional, and I wholeheartedly trust and recommend their services.'
‘I am delighted to provide a glowing description for two exceptional lawyers, Jonas Kiauleikis and Matas Mačiulaitis. Their combined expertise and dedication have made them indispensable assets in navigating complex legal matters.'
‘The Sorainen team possesses all the necessary competencies that our company requires. They are a group of highly skilled professionals with extensive experience. Moreover, they are proficient in professional English, a crucial factor for our company. In the specific case they handled for us, they demonstrated an in-depth understanding of the matter, provided expert guidance, maintained a proactive approach, and did not encounter the delays often associated with legal services. The outcome exceeded our expectations, largely due to their impeccable organization of all relevant documents.’
‘I believe their primary strength lies in their team. The individuals here are not only friendly and sincere but also highly professional and experienced. One noteworthy aspect is that specialists from diverse fields collaborate on significant transactions, enabling them to provide a comprehensive assessment from multiple perspectives. They consistently exhibit responsiveness and active engagement, making the client feel prioritized, even if they have other commitments at the moment. Additionally, their support team is another formidable asset, known for their accuracy and reliability.’
‘Client-oriented with excellent teamwork. In our project, the M&A schedule was moved forward suddenly without enough explanation. Although some members of the team took a vacation as scheduled, the other members took over the project without any burden on us and the project continued to go well. After the members came back from their vacation, without any burden on us again, they shared the progress internally very well and the project continued to go well. Not only partners but also counsels and associated are talented.’
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As partner of Sorainen, I am passionate about our firm’s core purpose – growing prosperity in our region by helping our clients succeed in business. I enjoy working closely with clients and learning about their businesses and industries. Specialising in the fields of mergers & acquisitions (M&A), private equity and foreign investments, I focus on the technology, media & telecommunications (TMT) sector.
Rising stars
As a member of the firm’s Corporate and M&A team, my main objective is to assist local and international companies and business owners in achieving their goals. I offer practical advice and tailored solutions for a wide range of matters in the M&A and corporate field.
Leading individuals
As head of the firm’s Corporate and M&A team in Lithuania, I enjoy working with a bright, energetic and dynamic team consisting of the field’s leading experts. I have been passionate about assisting clients in the M&A and corporate field since the very beginning of my career nearly 20 years ago. I believe that good M&A and corporate advice always requires innovative solutions and unconventional thinking, which is what makes this field so fascinating.
Next Generation Partners
I am a partner of the firm’s Corporate and M&A team with primary focus on corporate law and significant experience in the M&A field. I have worked with Sorainen since 2013.
As a member of the firm’s Corporate and M&A practice, I lead the Private Equity & Venture Capital team. If I had to summarise my professional experience in only one phrase, I would say transaction negotiations. If I am allowed to expand to five, I would add private equity, M&A, foreign investments and large projects.
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Sergej Butov