Praised for its ‘deep industry expertise, client-centred approach, and seamless collaboration across disciplines’, Sorainen stands out for large-scale private sector development both in Latvia and across the Baltics. Team members are called upon by a diverse client base of significant local clients, including Riga International Airport. Lelde Laviņa, Jorens Jaunozols and Jānis Līkops are the trio running a group which handles all phases of large construction projects in the renewable energy sector, from due diligence of the projects to negotiating transaction documents to project financing and construction, all the way through to the closing of a real estate or construction transaction. In this regard, clients lean upon the team’s knowledge of the construction process.
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Testimonials
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- One of the largest real estate and construction legal teams in the market has participated in the largest transactions. They are very proactive and improve and advance the market to become more professional and transparent.
- J. Jaunozols, L. Lavina, A. Vilisons are very visible leaders of the practice and in the market, working with the best and most reputable clients as well as their biggest projects in the market.
- ‘This practice stands out for its deep industry expertise, client-centred approach, and seamless collaboration across disciplines. Potential clients will value the team’s proven track record, innovative problem-solving, and commitment to efficiency and transparency. It has forward-thinking initiatives in technology integration, flexible billing models, and a strong focus on diversity and inclusive leadership.’
- ‘The individuals stand out for their technical skill and strategic insight. They differ from competitors through their collaborative mindset and ability to deliver practical, forward-looking solutions under pressure. We value partners like Jorens Jaunozols, known for leadership, and associates like Kate Berlaua, whose precision and creativity consistently elevate the team’s work.’
- ‘Specific and useful knowledge about the construction process.’
- ‘Jorens Jaunozols was very professional and gave us really useful advice. Jorens also helped to communicate with our client.’
Key clients
- RB Rail
- Riga International Airport
- Niam Infrastructure
- Salling Group
- NORD/LB (Norddeutsche Landesbank)
- Vastint Latvia
- International School of Riga
- Linstow
- Danish Sun Energy ApS
- Ignitis Renewables
- Sunly
- Inter IKEA Group
Work highlights
Advised Salling Group throughout its €1.3 billion acquisition of the Rimi Baltic retail chain in Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia.
Advised RB Rail on design and build contracts for ENE and CSS subsystems, where maximum contractual value of both contracts could exceed €2 million.
Assisted Linstow and Vastint with their ongoing, landmark developments.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Lelde Laviņa; Jorens Jaunozols; Jānis Līkops
Other key lawyers
Vita Berlaua; Kate Berlaua