The dispute resolution team at Averus is uniquely placed in Lithuania, with not just an office in Vilnius but also in the port of Lithuania at Klaipeda. One of the core focuses of the firm remains dispute resolution, with strengths in the transport and aviation sectors. Head of the department, Jonas Sakalauskas, brings particular expertise in the regulated sectors of customs and trade, waste management, and energy, and the disputes arising therefrom.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘What’s great about Averus is how fast they are with their services. They have experts in different legal areas, so we get everything we need without going anywhere else. Their ability to handle critical situations with ease is something we truly appreciate, and it’s what makes them unique.’

  • ‘Partner Jonas Sakalauskas is great, both as a person and as a lawyer. He’s very empathetic, which makes communication easy—we trust him and his advice, and he always delivers on what he promises and what we need. He provides clear strategies and helps us solve problems. What we really appreciate is how he finds the best solutions, quite often through negotiation, keeping us out of court whenever possible.'

  • 'We enjoy working with Vaidas Rakauskas. He’s sharp, especially in criminal cases, and his attention to detail is great.’
  • ‘AVERUS stands out for its proactive, client-focused approach and deep sector expertise.’

  • ‘Great involvement, operative assistance, consultations, always searching for the best solution for the client, assuming additional duties and responsibilities that other firms do not assume, competence and experience.'

  • ‘Jonas Sakalauskas. Great sense of responsibility, and a very quick orientation. Practical experience and the amount of theoretical knowledge helps to quickly and promptly solve the issues that have arisen. Attention to detail. Strong analytical skills.' 

  • ‘The Averus lawyers we work with have deep knowledge and expertise. They give us strategic advice that goes beyond just legal issues. What we appreciate is how they take the time to understand our business and specific problems, which helps us get more effective advice. Compared to other firms, Averus stands out because of its personalized approach.'

  • ‘Our main lawyer, Jonas Sakalauskas, a partner, stands out because he truly cares about us as a client. He is open, approachable, and always ensures we feel supported. We value his deep expertise in energy law and disputes, which has been essential for us in complex legal issues. His knowledge, dedication, and transparency makes him a trusted advisor for our company and the shareholders.'

Key clients

  • Koncernas CONSUS UAB
  • Ecoservice UAB
  • Pon Bike Lithuania UAB
  • PETROHIM INTERNATIONAL CARRIERS, UAB
  • VILNIUS TOWN GROUP UAB
  • Maviga Pro UAB
  • Lipnus UAB,
  • Oregon Baltic UAB
  • Zollmax Transit Logistik GmbH
  • Baltic Air Logistics Terminal UAB
  • Lietuvos prekybos, pramonės ir amatų rūmų asociacija
  • Tegasus
  • Kauno termofikacijos electrine
  • Linas Kleiza
  • Vilniaus BDT
  • Bioineksas
  • Žalvaris
  • Foksita
  • Tardek OU
  • Eko Perdirbimas
  • Druskininkų butų ūkis UAB
  • Everwelle OU
  • Stogtekta UAB
  • Uosto vartai UAB
  • Danes perlas, UAB
  • Baltijos pervežimai, UAB
  • Magnetic Parts Trading Limited
  • Heston Aviation
  • Aero Norway, AS
  • Jump Air, UAB
  • Lietuvos švietimo įstaigų vadovų profesinė sąjunga
  • SCT Lubricants UAB,
  • SIA Marine Underwriting Services
  • Scania Finans Aktiebolag Lietuvos filialas
  • Scania Lithuania, SCANIA
  • Nurminen Maritime, UAB
  • Litana ir Ko, UAB
  • Topada, UAB
  • SIDC PASSER GROUP, UAB
  • ERGO Insurance SE Lietuvos filialas
  • Klaipėdos valstybinio jūrų uosto direkcija, AB
  • First Logistics, UAB
  • Escolit UAB
  • VSA Vilnius UAB
  • Manvesta, UAB

Work highlights

  • Represented Ecoservice UAB, one of the largest waste management companies in Lithuania, in the complex investigation of a fire incident at a major waste management facility in Vilnius.
  • Represented the largest hazardous waste collection and recycling company in Lithuania in both a criminal investigation and an environmental damage recovery procedure following a major fire at one of the country's largest waste management facilities in Kaunas City.
  • Represented a client in a case in the Supreme Court, resulting in a decision that is significant for many insurance companies, as the terms and conditions of the carriers' liability insurance prepared by them often contain the provisions examined by the Supreme Court of Lithuania regarding the territory of insurance coverage.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Jonas Sakalauskas, Raimondas Kivylius

Other key lawyers

Vaidas Rakauskas