Eversheds Sutherland Bitans‘s transport and shipping practice group is involved in several sectors, providing a range of advice to clients involved in air carriers, public passenger transportation, and shipping. The work spans a broad range of issues, from transport services to infrastructure-related matters. Further, it works with clients from various backgrounds, including state institutions, port authorities, and customs agencies. The team is led by Māris Vainovskis, and it boasts 'experience in dealing with complex cases'.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘This team has experience in dealing with complex cases and is able to solve complex cases.’

  • ‘Our company was represented by Māris Vainovskis, who is a master negotiator.'

  • 'We were impressed by all the members of Eversheds Sutherland Bitans team.’

  • ‘I like the detailed approach, and diversity with the advice.'

  • 'Fast response time and collaboration to resolve the issues.’

  • ‘It is a pleasure to work with a dedicated responsible person, who keeps promises, is ready to go the extra mile, and always delivers results on time with no delays.’

Key clients

  • AS “LATVIJAS KUĢNIECĪBA”
  • AS MAPON
  • SIA Latvian Transit
  • SIA “DELTRA”
  • SIA “Vitol Terminal Latvia”
  • Riga Municipality SIA “Rīgas satiksme”
  • SIA “Rīgas Universālais Termināls”

Work highlights

Advised AS “LATVIJAS KUĢNIECĪBA,” on the sale of sabiedrība ar ierobežotu atbildību “LatRosTrans” shares owned by the sanctioned TNP.
Advised the Riga municipality-owned public transportation enterprise operating in the capital city in its dealings with employee trade unions.
Represented a client in a complex property purchase within Riga Freeport.

Practice head

Māris Vainovskis