The real estate and construction team at Noewe Legalare regularly involved in a range of matters in the field. The main areas where the team dedicates their time include energy-related real estate projects and assisting in several projects regarding the development of wind and solar parks. Further, they engage in real estate acquisitions, provide legal advice on regulatory matters and advise clients on public procurement issues. The team benefits from the joint leadership of Ernesta Žiogienė, who specialises in real estate transactions and financing, and Robert Juodka, whose key areas include energy and infrastructure.

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Testimonials

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  • 'The team has deep skills in real estate and construction. They are knowledgeable and reliable.'
  • 'Lead partner Ernesta Ziogiene is outstanding in her field. Second to none in Lithuania.'
  • 'I believe this practice is distinguished by a few key strengths that set it apart from others in the industry. First, its deep substantive knowledge, particularly in real estate and transactional matters, allows it to navigate complex deals with confidence and precision. This expertise ensures clients receive top-tier legal advice in high-stakes transactions. Second, the firm has a strong understanding of business issues. This business-oriented insight enables the firm to provide solutions that are not only legally sound but also aligned with broader business goals. Finally, the firm’s ability to provide efficient and responsive support under tight deadlines, often dictated by transaction schedules, ensures clients receive timely, high-quality assistance when it matters most.'
  • 'Robert Juodka - Robert demonstrates a high level of business acumen, consistently aligning legal advice with the business needs of our company. His deep understanding of the business environment, combined with extensive experience, allows him to provide practical solutions. His guidance was not only legally sound but also well-suited to the realities of our industry, showing a strong ability to balance legal considerations with broader business objectives.'

Key clients

  • Evecon OU, Evecon UAB
  • INVL Asset Management
  • Eesti Energia Group
  • Polimex-Mostostal SA /Naftoremont Naftobudowa SA
  • Menard Polska
  • Vestas Central Europe A/S
  • Polskie Sieci Elektroenergetyczne (PSE) S.A.
  • Richstone Properties LTD
  • UAB DIFF Develop
  • UAB PK INVEST (PRO KAPITAL GROUP)
  • UAB VEJUSTA
  • Closed type investment company for informed investors DIFF Residential, UAB
  • Rafako S.A.

Work highlights

  • Rendered full legal assistance in the preparation of the Lithuanian legal part of the HARMONY LINK subsea electricity HVDC interconnector project between Poland and Lithuania.
  • NOEWE LEGAL team provides full-scope legal advice to VESTAS in connection with the construction and installation of wind power plants and parks in Lithuania.
  • NOEWE LEGAL team provides extensive legal consultations and advice to closed-type investment company for informed investors UAB "DIFF Capital", regarding the acquisition and rent of four retail stores.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ernesta Žiogienė, Robert Juodka