Employment in Lithuania

Cobalt

Combining a specialised standalone employment practice with recognised strength in complex restructurings, collective dismissals, business transfers, cross-border mobility, regulatory compliance, internal investigations, and high-stakes employment litigation, the team at Cobalt is entrusted by leading multinational corporations and major public-sector institutions across the technology, aviation, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and global business services sectors. Practice head Jovita Valatkaitė leverages longstanding experience at the intersection of employment and migration law, bringing niche expertise in the migration field as well as knowledge across a range of employment matters, including trade union and collective bargaining cases. With a strong reputation in the life sciences and pharma areas, Žilvinas Kvietkus advises a domestic and international client base across the full gamut of employment matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jovita Valatkaitė


Autres avocats clés:

Žilvinas Kvietkus; Dalia Foigt-Norvaisienė


Les références

‘Dalia Foigt, Specialist Counsel, has been instrumental in managing legal aspects of legal challenges concerting our operations in Lithuania where international coordination was also key. Her strategic thinking, deep knowledge of law, and calm demeanour have been invaluable. Dalia’s leadership and communication style reflect the firm’s high standards and client-first ethos.’

Principaux clients

Google


Apple


McDonalds


Spa Birštonas


Fortrea


Amazon.com, Inc


ERGO


Endress+Hauser


FedEx


AT&T Inc.


Guidehouse


Visma Custom Solutions


Remote


Shopify


Softeq


Bloomberg L.P.


LIDL Stiftung & Co. KG


Wolt Enterprises Oy


BMI Group


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Mehiläinen, a private provider of social and healthcare services in Finland, on a high-profile cross-border acquisition of InMedica Group, a private medical services network in Lithuania.
  • Assisted AS Citadele Banka, a leading Baltic banking group, with a comprehensive legal review of its employment contracts in Lithuania.
  • Advised Wolt Enterprises Oy, a Finnish technology company best known for its food delivery platform, on updating its employment contracts to align with the latest local laws and regulations.

Ellex Valiunas

With expertise spanning strategic workforce matters, regulatory compliance, and proceedings before EU courts, Ellex Valiunas distinguishes itself by its specialist focus on advisory and contentious work, including large-scale restructurings, collective employment disputes, cross-border labour mobility, employee taxation and incentive structures, and high-profile litigation. Practice head Ramunas Petravicius draws on deep experience in representing both employers and employers' organisations across labour-related disputes, cases of discrimination and unfair dismissals. Rimantas Stanevicius is an expert across labour and employment law, especially noted for navigating complex labour disputes. Nerijus Patlabys is skilled across the full life cycle of employment and labour matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ramūnas Petravičius


Autres avocats clés:

Rimantas Stanevicius; Nerijus Patlabys; Rolandas Valiunas


Les références

‘What distinguishes Ellex is their extensive expertise and the fact that they have the largest team in Lithuania, making them consistently accessible and ready to assist. Their team includes specialists in even the most niche areas, ensuring that we receive the best advice tailored to our specific needs. Rimantas Stanevicius stands out for his ability to navigate complex employment issues with clear, practical solutions.’

‘The law firm has been instrumental in assisting us with a range of employment law matters. Rimantas Stanevicius has been exceptional in navigating complex employment issues, ensuring our compliance with legal requirements. In the past, we have also collaborated with Ramunas Petravicius on corporate matters, where he provided valuable guidance on business structure and governance. Rolandas Valiunas has long been our primary advisor on key legal issues, consistently offering reliable support. Their expertise has been crucial in helping us maintain smooth business operations.’

‘Our company works with Nerijus. We value the fast reaction of our partner. Nerijus is extremely responsive, he is always available by phone, written communication is excellent, we receive a response the same or next day, easily set a timeframe when we wish to receive work completion, and it’s always done even before the deadline. Nerijus has in-depth knowledge of the field and offers a broader perspective from various angles. We fully rely on his expertise. Nerijus is very flexible in providing guidance from A to Z and explaining complex things in a simple and digestible way where needed. He not only gives legal consultation, but shares best practices as well.’

Principaux clients

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.


Pfizer


IBM


H & M Hennes & Mauritz


Hollister


Johnson & Johnson


World Courier


Novartis


Zentiva


Moody’s


Baxter


Northway


KUEHNE + NAGEL


Iveco


Binance


Smurfit Westrock Baltic


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented the Government of the Republic of Lithuania in a landmark case before the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) against the European Parliament and the Council, concerning the regulation of freight transportation within the European Union.
  • Represented Thermo-Fisher in a high-stakes employment dispute with a former employee across all levels of the judiciary, culminating in a favourable outcome before the Lithuanian Supreme Court.
  • Represented Fima in a highly sensitive and complex employment law matter stemming from a workplace accident that resulted in critical consequences for two of the client’s employees.

Sorainen

Sorainen has carved out a distinct position in the landscape by focusing on the full spectrum of modern workplace and workforce-management issues, from employee mobility and business relocation, workplace misconduct disputes and pay transparency obligations, to the drafting of harassment and violence policies, and handling negotiations between employers and representative bodies. Jointly heading the group is Algirdas Pekšys, who routinely represents insurers and insurance-sector investors on the employment and transactional issues that arise when establishing or expanding operations in Lithuania, and Agnietė Venckienė, who is well versed in workforce management, regulatory issues, and cross-border organisational change. Recently promoted to partner, Jurgita Karvelė covers employment disputes, including representation before courts and advising on internal investigations.

Responsables de la pratique:

Algirdas Pekšys; Agnietė Venckienė


Autres avocats clés:

Jurgita Karvelé; Ana Borovko; Aurelija Daubaraitė


Les références

‘Their strengths are communication and ability to understand client needs and struggles, and propose the best solutions.’

‘Very good knowledge of labour law and practices, good attention to details and suggestions for improvements – we mainly work with Ana Borovko.’

‘In addition to excellent knowledge in legal labour law matters, Sorainen’s employment team has deep knowledge of the business of the client and in practice is capable to defend the interests of the client to the maximum possible extent and provide required legal services in due time.’

Principaux clients

Yara


Radio Free Europe


Deel


WIZZ Air


Hes-pro (Hesburger)


Shift4 Payments


Nasdaq


Pon.Bike


Dexcom


KAYAK


Principaux dossiers


  • Advising Nasdaq, the only regulated exchange operator in Lithuania, and its global business centre, employing around 600 people, on a wide range of employment and migration matters.
  • Advised a private individual, the former head of a regional hospital, in a complex and politically sensitive illegal termination case.
  • Advised KAYAK, a travel metasearch engine owned by Booking Holdings, on various employment matters, including reviewing large-scale internal employment documents covering working time, rest time, remote work, travel, discipline, and other matters.

Triniti Jurex Law Firm

With a focus at the intersection of employment law with immigration law, Triniti Jurex Law Firm navigates employment restructuring, collective labour relations, cross-border mobility, and compliance and risk management. The team has seen a recent uptick in instructions from high-tech manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and creative industries. Recognised for her ‘calm confidence and deep knowledge’ is seasoned litigator and practice head Jurgita Judickienė. Nerijus Kasiliauskas brings deep expertise in shaping labour law and employment litigation, often appearing before the courts and in pre-trial proceedings. Karolina Laurynaitė focuses on high-level strategic employment advisory, particularly where workforce decisions intersect with corporate and ESG-policy commitments. Another key member of the team is Kamila Ratkevič.

Responsables de la pratique:

Jurgita Judickienė


Autres avocats clés:

Nerijus Kasiliauskas; Karolina Laurynaitė; Kamila Ratkevič


Les références

‘We value the TRINITI JUREX employment law team for their practical approach. They don’t overcomplicate things — they explain clearly, respond quickly, and always look for solutions that work for the business, not just what’s legally correct. Compared to other firms, TRINITI JUREX feels modern and flexible. They genuinely care about the client and think ahead. You can tell they really understand how businesses work.’

‘Jurgita stands out for her calm confidence and deep knowledge. She listens carefully and explains everything in a way that’s easy to understand. She’s always well-prepared and helps us see risks before they appear.’

‘The TRINITI JUREX employment team is very professional and easy to work with. They give clear, practical advice that helps us solve problems quickly. What I value most is how responsive and reliable they are, especially in urgent situations. Compared to other firms, they feel more approachable and solution-focused, and working with them is always straightforward.’

Principaux clients

Hoptransa


PACCOR LIETUVA


Caszyme


Deeper


British American Tobacco


Vilniaus baldai


European Humanities University (EHU)


Light Conversion


Vilniaus Valstybinis Mažasis Teatras


CargoGo


Dzūkija


WARGAMING


Principaux dossiers


  • Led British American Tobacco through a complex, multi-jurisdictional business transformation in the Baltics, ensuring seamless operational optimisation with zero-risk compliance across Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland.
  • Advised Light Conversion on implementing tailored internal policies and digital transformation measures to support rapid growth and cross-border employment needs.
  • Advised Wargamingon in relocating around 700 employees from Belarus to Lithuania, including migration and employment matters, drafting multilingual agreements and policies, and addressing complex workforce and regulatory challenges amid tightened national migration policies.

WALLESS

Exhibiting a 'mix of strong legal expertise with a genuine understanding of how organisations work', the employment offering at WALLESS covers the full-life cycle of employment support, from day-to-day employment support to large-scale workforce restructuring, disputes, flexible work models, and the employment implications of AI and ESG. Its clients span fast-growing entrants to the Lithuanian market, established domestic businesses, and multinational groups. Combining employment expertise with corporate and M&A skills, practice head Alina Makovska has a strong reputation for advising on the employment dimensions of corporate restructurings and executive remuneration, with a strong role in advising on emerging areas such as ESG-driven workplace policies and the integration of AI into HR. Povilas Zukauskas excels in advising on the employment issues arising in corporate transactions and restructurings, as well as regulatory considerations in labour matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Alina Makovska


Autres avocats clés:

Povilas Zukauskas; Giedrė Cesiulytė-Meginė; Mykolas Lukšėnas; Darius Miniotas; Roma Morkūnaitė


Les références

‘Alina Makovska really stands out. She combines strong legal knowledge with a very practical approach, which makes her advice easy to apply in real business situations. She is clear, responsive, and always well-prepared, which gives us confidence when dealing with sensitive executive-level employment matters. What we value most is that she doesn’t just point out risks but also helps us find workable solutions quickly and effectively.’

‘Alina Makovska was our main contact and was always available to assist on short notice, at the same time proving excellent commercial awareness and on-point advice. We also noted Giedrė Cesiulytė-Meginė’s responsive assistance with a complex, contentious matter, competently supplementing Alina’s advice and providing hands-on assistance.’

‘We have been working with Walless since the opening of our office in Lithuania. Over this period, we have received comprehensive support on employment law matters (ranging from company formation and registration, hiring employees, opening bank accounts, establishing a works council, and developing necessary policies, to ongoing employment law matters, including in the field of personal data). We have had no complaints regarding the quality or speed of work: responses were provided as quickly as possible, complex issues were assessed from all perspectives, solution options were proposed, and risks were carefully weighed.’

Principaux clients

ICA Gruppen


BENU


Bolt


Juvare


Girteka Group


Santa Monica Networks


Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva (UAB “Viešbutis Lietuva”)


Kongsberg NanoAvionics


Vilniaus baldai


PayRay


CCC


Triumph Financial Inc.


Scandinavian Standard Nordic


Autokurtas


Inchcape Motors


Kauno regiono atliekų tvarkymo centras (Kaunas’ region waste management center)


Johnson Matthey Plc


Kauno švara


UAB Komunalinių paslaugų centras (Municipal Services Center)


UAB „Platform LT“


Hautica, UAB (Burga)


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Girteka Group on the design and implementation of a Long-Term Incentive Plan (2024–2031) for selected key management.
  • Advised Bolt, the international mobility and delivery platform, on a broad range of employment law matters.
  • Provided employment law support to BENU, a European pharmacy chain with 1,300 pharmacies across 10 countries, by drafting a remuneration policy for its Lithuanian operations and delivering training on the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

WIDEN

Undertaking a wide range of employment law issues, WIDEN is a key port of call for sector-specific workforce challenges, covering cross-border mobility, regulation work and dispute resolution across the technology, startups, fintech, energy, retail, and manufacturing sectors. The team showcases noted experience in labour relations, health and safety, and collective bargaining. Frequently advising major employers and appearing before the courts, practice head and managing partner Tomas Bagdanskis steers his workload towards complex workforce management and disputes, ranging from restructurings and employee transfers to workplace-accident investigations, compensation claims, and collective negotiations. Vilius Mačiulaitis is highly experienced in labour disputes, with deep expertise in collective bargaining, labour code implementation, and health-and-safety supervision across the region. Mantas Mikalopas is well versed in contentious employment work, placing a strong focus on complex labour disputes and litigation. Aistė Leščinskaitė is another key name to note.

Responsables de la pratique:

Tomas Bagdanskis


Autres avocats clés:

Vilius Mačiulaitis; Mantas Mikalopas; Aistė Leščinskaitė


Principaux clients

Rail Baltica


DS-1


Telesoftas


PLAY LITHUANIA


Oxylabs


Pepsico


GRUBER Logistics


Pandos UAB


Decathlon Lietuva


Ryanair


Principaux dossiers


  • Assistance to IKEA Industry Lietuva in collective bargaining negotiations to establish sectoral collective agreements that enhance the working conditions for employees.
  • Provision of comprehensive, day-to-day labour law support to UAB Telesoftas.
  • Assisting UAB Play, a client in the aviation sector, helping to ensure daily compliance with Lithuanian and international labour laws, advising on daily employee relations management, drafting and amending employment contracts, dismissals, and reorganisations.

Deloitte Legal, Professional Partnership of Advocates

Delivering integrated support that combines local guidance with the reach of Deloitte Legal, Professional Partnership of Advocates’ wider multidisciplinary network, the employment team steers its workload towards residency and hiring of EU and third-country nationals, cross-border secondments and relocations, and the employment aspects of international transactions. With a strong additional focus on migration-related employment issues, Tomas Davidonis is capable of covering the full gamut of employment issues, ranging from employment compliance, restructurings and organisations, to contentious work.

Responsables de la pratique:

Tomas Davidonis


Autres avocats clés:

Rūta Žukaitė Passos


Les références

‘As a client partnering with Deloitte Legal Lithuania, we have experienced firsthand the capabilities of their Employment Law service line, which effectively navigates the complexities of labour and employment laws within our region. Their local expertise, combined with global insight, equips them to deliver tailored solutions that are in sync with our specific business needs, while keeping an eye on current market conditions and future workforce trends. What truly sets Deloitte Legal apart is its seamless integration with other Deloitte services.’

‘Attorney at Law Rūta Žukaitė Passos from Deloitte Legal has exhibited attributes that distinctly set her apart from competitors, which greatly enrich our partnership. Ruta demonstrates exceptional intelligence and efficiency, ensuring rapid resolution of issues and timely delivery of outcomes. Her ability to quickly comprehend complex situations and streamline legal processes has been crucial, especially as we tackle intricate employment law challenges. Her knack for thinking outside the box is a standout quality. Ruta consistently brings innovative solutions to the table, challenging conventional approaches and devising strategies that align perfectly with our unique business needs. Moreover, Ruta’s ability to understand and relate to our concerns fosters a collaborative environment that prioritises genuine client care and builds trust. This empathic approach ensures that our legal matters are understood from multiple dimensions, driving solutions that are both effective and considerate of our organisational culture and values.’

Principaux clients

Cognizant


Direct Machining Control


Anvalda


Charlot


Corpay


Lonas


Feka Insaat Construction


Mercell


Peek&Cloppenburg


Pelion Group


Scorpius


Global Wind Service


IDOM


Visa Inc.


Maersk


MOOG


Happymagenta


Coca-Cola HBC


Delta Light


Kulverstukai


Not perfect


Principaux dossiers


  • Provided advisory services to long-term client, Cognizant, an exporter of high value-added services and has established over 1,000 jobs in Lithuania.
  • Conducted a vendor legal due diligence for five entities within the Pelion Group, including Nacionalinė Farmacijos Grupė, Gintarinė Vaistinė, and Norfos Vaistinė.
  • Provided comprehensive legal counsel to Direct Machining Control on various employment matters.

Eversheds Saladžius (a member of Eversheds Sutherland)

Eversheds Saladžius (a member of Eversheds Sutherland) covers the full sweep of employment work, from compliance and workforce restructuring to cross-border employee transfers, immigration solutions, and day-to-day HR. It draws on its international network of offices to support a client roster spanning multinational corporations, global brands, embassies, and international service providers. Jointly spearheading the group are Milda Jasaitiene, expert in workforce structuring and cross-border employment matters, and Justinas Usonis, who handles a wide range of employment matters with particular talent in resolving disputes through litigation.

Responsables de la pratique:

Milda Jasaitienė; Justinas Usonis


 


Les références

‘I value the personal relationship and professionalism/competence the most. Employment practice specialists, especially Milda Jasaitiené, are always helpful, approachable and give professional guidelines with risk level on how to act.’

‘Milda Jasaitienė is very knowledgeable and works efficiently, providing the business with the relevant support and answers.’

‘Information is clear and precise.’

Principaux clients

Thomas Franks


NTT Data


Turkish Airlines


Petrofac International


Samsung Electronics Baltics


Nestle Baltics


Everfield UK


Transavis


Saudingos transportas


Thomas Franks


NTT Data


Turkish Airlines


Petrofac International


Samsung Electronics Baltics


Nestle Baltics


Everfield UK


Transavis


Saudingos transportas


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Nestle Baltics, one of the largest companies in the world in the drinks, food, and snacks industry, on various employment law matters.
  • Advised NTT Data, a Japanese multinational information technology service and consulting company, on employment law and work councils.
  • Advised Turkish Airlines, a flag carrier airline, on employment law and immigration legal matters.

TEGOS (Formerly TGS Baltic)

Recommended for its ‘exceptional blend of local expertise and international perspective’, TEGOS (Formerly TGS Baltic) covers a wide array of employment advisory and restructuring work, including complex organisational change, cross-border transfers, global mobility, collective bargaining, workplace policy design, and sensitive dispute or compliance matters. Ieva Povilaitienė utilises longstanding experience in labour law, dispute resolution and strategic employment guidance to steer the practice. Indrė Mažeikaitė is another key name within the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Ieva Povilaitienė


Autres avocats clés:

Indrė Mažeikaitė


Les références

‘What makes this practice unique is the combination of deep legal expertise with a highly practical and business-oriented approach. They are extremely responsive, often available even outside regular hours, and provide advice that is not only accurate but also clear, actionable, and tailored to our needs. Their ability to anticipate risks and guide us through complex matters with confidence gives us great reassurance.’

‘Ieva Povilaitiené is friendly and supportive, pleasant to work with, fast to react, values integrity. Proactive approach is highly appreciated.’

‘The employment team at TEGOS stands out for its deep expertise in both Lithuanian and EU-level employment law, combined with a practical, business-oriented approach. They are highly responsive, solution-driven, and able to quickly translate complex legal requirements into clear, actionable steps for HR and management.’

Principaux clients

Sargasas


Atlas Professionals


Boskalis


Transrevis


Mars Lietuva


Biotechpharma biotechnology pharamacy center Northway Biotech


Raydiant Lithuania, UAB


Essity Lithuania, UAB


Lithuanian National Broadcaster (Lietuvos nacionalinis radijas ir televizija)


Royal Canin


Persistent Systems


SBA Group


Vilniaus miesto klinikinė ligoninė (Vilnius City Clinical Hospital)


Wix.com


Artea bankas


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised and represented Vilniaus miesto klinikinė ligoninė in a complex employment dispute, concerning the dismissal of an employee following the expiry of his fixed-term employment agreement, in all instances, including the Supreme Court of the Republic of Lithuania.
  • Advised Atlas Professionals on navigating complex Lithuanian employment and tax regulations related to offshore and vessel fleet operations.
  • Advised Outokumpu Stainless in implementing a voluntary supplementary pension savings policy for employees, establishing a structured incentive scheme.

ECOVIS ProventusLaw

Covering a broad spectrum of employment cases, ECOVIS ProventusLaw blends cross-border workforce structuring and compliance with standout strength in immigration, restructuring, and contentious matters, giving employers guidance on HR issues and sensitive challenges that test workplace governance. Drawing on experience of both private practice and in-house leadership, Loreta Andziulytė specialises in complex employment matters spanning labour disputes, workplace policies, employee data protection, HR strategy, and migration compliance.

Responsables de la pratique:

Loreta Andziulytė


Les références

‘Working with them for almost 15 years now and they are perfect as always. Always up to date with case law and very recent market trends.’

‘Loreta Andziulytė is a true professional. We had a very complex case last year, she chose a strategy that forced to amend court precedents in non-compete disputes!’

‘ECOVIS understands how businesses work, leveraging modern technologies, keeping up with trends, and having developed its own IT spend strategies with AI, which helps clients achieve better results.’

Principaux clients

Saint-Gobain Statybos Gaminiai UAB


ORCA Crew Services B.V.


CGI Lithuania UAB


Arctic Adventures, UAB


Regatta Lithuania, UAB


Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente GmbH


CargoGO Logistics, UAB


FK TransINVEST football club


Continexus UAB


Transekspedicija UAB


NIUM EU, UAB


GoGlobal Switzerland AG


UAB BEBAWA


Paychella, UAB


Skanėja UAB


OKEO UAB


Principaux dossiers


  • Provided end-to-end legal support to Saint-Gobain Statybos Gaminiai UAB for a strategic industrial expansion involving installing and commissioning a mortars mixing line at a new production facility in Klaipėda, Lithuania.
  • Provided comprehensive legal support to ORCA Crew Services B.V. in establishing operations as a temporary employment agency in Lithuania, specialising in recruiting and placing seafarers on international vessels.
  • Represented Continexus, a Lithuanian logistics company, in a complex and sensitive employment dispute involving the breach of confidentiality and violation of a non-competition agreement.

GLIMSTEDT Bernotas & Partners

Advising across the full spectrum of individual and collective labour law, GLIMSTEDT Bernotas & Partners exhibits standout expertise in cross-border HR matters, executive employment, workforce restructurings, and terminations, as well as employment compliance, policy design, and complex disputes before the Labour Dispute Commission and courts. With longstanding experience in employment consultancy, group head Aušra Maliauskaitė-Embrektė's practice centres on TUPE, employment issues in M&A, and strategic advisory support on sensitive workplace matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Aušra Maliauskaitė-Embrektė


Autres avocats clés:

Brigida Bacienė


Les références

‘What truly sets them apart from competitors is their ability to combine technical expertise with practical insight, offering guidance that feels tailored rather than one-size-fits-all. We especially value their approachability and clear communication, which makes even complex issues easier to navigate.’

‘The employment law team, led by Brigita Bacienė and Aušra Maliauskaitė-Embrektė, is recognised for its strategic, business-focused approach to complex workplace and HR compliance matters. The team combines in-depth knowledge of Lithuanian and EU employment regulation with practical experience in GDPR, remote work, and HR digitalisation. We particularly value the lawyers’ precision, responsiveness, and ability to resolve disputes through balanced negotiation and preventative compliance planning.’

‘Brigita Bacienė is widely recognised not only for her strategic expertise in employment and data protection law, but also for her active role in the professional community. She is well known from industry conferences and seminars, where she regularly shares her knowledge on GDPR compliance, workplace digitalisation, and HR governance. Brigita’s ability to combine thought leadership with practical, business-focused advice makes her a highly trusted adviser among clients and peers alike. Aušra Maliauskaitė-Embrektė complements the practice with her thorough analytical approach and strong practical understanding of employment relations, providing clients with precise and solution-oriented counsel.’

Principaux clients

Nord VPN


State Forest Service under the Ministry of Environment (Lith. Valstybinių miškų urėdija)


Market Pay


Embassy of Sweden


Kaunas Aircraft Maintenance Services


Kasko Group


Oflex


Yukon Advanced Optics Worldwide


Masiva Group


Litamilk


Eurofins Food Testing LUX Holding


Schneider Electric Group


Paroc / Owens Corning


Noewe Legal

Noewe Legal excels in steering employers through major workforce changes, focusing on cross-border compliance, high-risk terminations, workplace-policy design, labour disputes, and foreign-hire migration support, while acting as a trusted adviser to multinational clients operating across the Baltics. Giedrė Dailidėnaitė, Robert Juodka and Vytautas Vicius jointly lead the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Giedrė Dailidėnaitė; Robert Juodka; Vytautas Vičius


Autres avocats clés:

Jaroslav Pavlovski


Les références

‘Great firm, fixture in the Baltics / Lithuania.’

‘Robert Juodka is a clear leader in the Lithuanian legal market. Strong leadership. Clear guidance and outstanding communicator.’

‘The Team is very pragmatic and business oriented. I enjoy working with them because they give us insights from all Baltic countries.’

Principaux clients

URSAPHARM


EWL Group


VOGLERS


SCHWENK Group


DB SCHENKER


ENEFIT


Adax


Principaux dossiers


  • Represented ACCOR GROUP (IBIS Hotel) in a major cross-border project of a group transfer of employees to another employer following a divestment of a major IBIS hotel in Vilnius city in autumn 2024.
  • Assisted SCHWENK to perform a complex reorganisation (incl. multiple side stream and upstream mergers) of SCHWENK group companies in Lithuania.
  • Assisted URSAPHARM in developing a comprehensive employment and compliance documentation package tailored for its Baltic operations in Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia

NOOR

With a strong foothold in senior-level employment risk management for international companies, NOOR is best known for high-stakes executive hiring and dismissals, complex business restructurings, and cross-border mobility and migration matters. Leading the team is Marius Rindinas, a key port of call for businesses, startups, state institutions and international NGOs, particularly when seeking advice in relation to relocation to Lithuania. Inga Pališkienė and Artūras Tukleris are key members of the group.

Responsables de la pratique:

Marius Rindinas


Autres avocats clés:

Inga Pališkienė; Artūras Tukleris


Principaux clients

Vinted


Amber Gaming


Wargaming


Modus Group


DMK LT (Revu clinic/Medihub)


Europos humanitarinis universitetas (EuropeanHumanities University)


Ekskomisarų biuras


EUROCASH1 NoGrinda


Various clients related with implementation of USA’s President Stop Work Order: IFES, Pyxera Global, IRI, Freedom House, National Democratic Institute


CEE Attorneys

With a particular strength in guiding global tech and IT companies through entering or operating in Lithuania, CEE Attorneys advises on international postings, immigration compliance, and complex labour issues. Practice head Aleksandras Masaliovas acts for a portfolio of domestic and international clients across a range of employment and labour law matters.

Responsables de la pratique:

Aleksandras Masaliovas


Les références

‘Our company has been working with CEE Attorneys for five years, during which we have built a strong and trusted relationship with their team. What sets CEE Attorneys apart is their ability to consistently deliver clear, timely, and highly professional legal support tailored to the specific needs of our business. They not only handle a wide range of corporate legal matters for our company but also offer valuable assistance to our employees whenever required.’

‘Compared to other firms, CEE Attorneys distinguishes itself through responsiveness, practical solutions, and a deep understanding of the business context in which legal issues arise. Their team combines professionalism with approachability, which makes collaboration both efficient and comfortable. We also value their innovative and flexible approach to problem-solving, as well as their ability to adapt to new challenges.’

‘All of the CEE Attorneys professionals we have had the opportunity to work with have consistently left an excellent impression, both personally and professionally. They demonstrate not only deep expertise, but also a client-oriented approach that makes collaboration particularly effective.’

Law Firm Elegant Solution

Law Firm Elegant Solution is regularly instructed to handle employment advisory and compliance work, with standout experience across HR compliance, executive-level employment issues, collective labour relations, and sector-specific workforce regulations. With longstanding M&A experience, practice head Karolina Baronaite-Birmonte's workload centres on M&A-driven issues, transfers, contracts, termination, and workforce relations.

Responsables de la pratique:

Karolina Baronaite-Birmonte


Autres avocats clés:

Vytautas Birmontas


Les références

‘Vytautas stands out for cultivating an investor-oriented mindset, enabling him to approach challenges with strategic foresight and business acumen. This perspective ensures that projects and decisions are guided by both immediate value and long-term sustainability. Vytautas is valued for his comprehensive knowledge of employment law. His empathy and capacity to deal in tense situations is an asset in sometimes tense employment matters. He is valued for his pragmatic, results-driven approach. By blending legal and commercial considerations, Vytautas ensures that advice is not only technically accurate but also aligned with business realities. Having his counsel provides assurance that decisions are well-informed, balanced, and positioned to deliver long-term success.’

‘I have had the opportunity to work alongside attorney Karolina Birmontė on several employment matters and I’m always impressed by how professional she is, how fast she responds, and how she comes up with creative and well-organized solutions to complicated legal problems. Karolina is meticulous and clear-headed, mixing legal savvy with business smarts. She’s a reliable and thoughtful colleague, and I really appreciate the chance to work with her.’

‘Karolina Birmonté demonstrates a deep understanding of employment regulations, provides practical and well-structured advice, and handles even the most sensitive situations with professionalism and care. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking reliable and insightful legal guidance in employment law.’

Principaux clients

UAB Eany (former UAB « Sominis technology »)


UAB « ASU BALTIJA »


AB Lėvuo


UAB « Ateities laboratorija »


VšĮ World Jewish Congress – Eastern and Central Europe


UAB Garantijų centras


UAB « Tarpo klavišas »


UAB Pajūrio plovas


UAB Pajūrio arbatos


UAB Kukuruku


UAB Šaltas pienas


UAB Svarbi žuvis Preila


UAB 8Devices


UAB Amitus


UAB Dernas


UAB Lumina


UAB Eleneta


UAB « Sąlytis »


UAB « Paystrax »


UAB Baltic Foods


UAB Kristalė


Red Fox Labs CC


AB « Keywordio International »


VšĮ Suleimanijė Islamo kultūros ir švietimo centras


Stephane Pascal Ruz


AB Lėvuo


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised UAB 8Devices on establishing a complex call and put option structure that grants preferred shares to employees.
  • Advised CEO in a complex employment termination with an international school, ensuring fair terms and legal protection.
  • Advised UAB « Paystrax » on the revision and adaptation of an existing employee call option structure considering changes of the Paystrax group structure.

LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas

Adept in a range of employment matters, LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas is notably distinguished by its skills in high-stakes dismissals, employee-misconduct litigation, and compensation claims, coupled with litigation abilities during confidential settlements. Jointly spearheading the group are Gintaras Balčiūnas and Marius Grajauskas, who harness deep in-house corporate, government and private-practice leadership experience.

Responsables de la pratique:

Gintaras Balčiūnas; Marius Grajauskas


Principaux clients

“Roche Lietuva”, UAB


“Achema”, AB


BKU “Vilniaus kreditas”


Natural person Arūnas Valiulis


UAB Beko Lithuania


Principaux dossiers


  • Successfully represented a former director of a hospital division.

Response

Response navigates a broad range of employment projects, from resolving complex employment disputes and drafting high-stakes contracts to managing workforce restructuring, compliance, and incentive schemes. Co-heading the group are Rytis Martinkėnas and Tadas Lukošius, who are well-equipped to advise on the full spectrum of employment law.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rytis Martinkėnas; Tadas Lukošius


Autres avocats clés:

Paulius Ivoškus


Les références

‘Tadas Lukošius and Rytis Martinkėnas are leaders in this field. Also, I would like to note associate Paulius Ivoškus who has been specialising in Employment law for many years. Response legal always helps us in the most delicate employment matters.’

‘Tadas Lukošius is very sharp, quick reaction, always responsive, advises in most complicated matters. Rytis Martinkėnas is a top class professional in Employment disputes. Paulius Ivoškus knows deeply legal regulation in this field.’

‘Response’s Employment practice is distinguished by its practical approach, deep sector knowledge, and genuine commitment to understanding the unique challenges faced by employers and employees. The team combines strong technical expertise with a real focus on business realities, helping clients navigate complex employment law issues with confidence and clarity. Whether advising on workforce restructuring, contentious employment disputes, or regulatory compliance, the team provides clear, actionable guidance that balances legal risk with commercial priorities.’

Principaux clients

“Sweco Lietuva”


BLUE EMI LT


Jungtinė centrinė kredito unija (KREDA)


HEAVY FINANCE (InSoil)


Greenit Crowd


Nordstreet


“NS Pay”


VIRPIL


SME Bank


SME Finance


Uniqum investments


Uniqum capital


EASY DEBT SERVICE


Hokodo Ltd


KT MODULES


AB “Mano bankas”


AB „Snaigė


“Airwave Lietuva”


Eurovia Lietuva AB


Softeta


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised UAB Sweco in a complex, company-wide organization structure reorganization.
  • Assisted UAB VIRPIL in securing the timely renewal of temporary residence permits for its CEO and key management.
  • Advised multiple virtual asset service providers on employment law matters, including contract drafting and the development of tailored internal employment documentation systems.