Cobalt‘s strengths lie in tax litigation, owing to its track record of representing clients before tax authorities and in court. The group is adept in the retail and real estate sectors, and this sector-specific knowledge is supplemented by its tax law expertise in areas such as VAT matters, customs duties, corporate income tax and payroll taxes. The group ’demonstrates an exceptional command of national tax legislation and a precise understanding of its interaction with accounting standards and financial statements.’ Sandija Novicka heads up the team, bringing expertise in tax disputes and tax structuring, the latter of which is an area in which the group is well versed, specifically corporate restructuring advice, a strength of Elīna Ločmele. Novicka is well supported by Sabīne Vuškāne, who adds a experience in compliance matters and VAT law.
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Testimonials
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- ‘For us, Sandija Novicka stands among the most capable tax lawyers in the country. Her depth of knowledge of Latvian tax legislation and her ability to interpret complex provisions precisely within accounting and corporate contexts place her clearly above the general market level. What distinguishes Sandija is the precision and consistency of her analysis, the clarity of her reasoning, and her ability to anticipate potential issues before they arise.'
- 'Sandija Novicka maintains an exceptional balance between legal accuracy and practical application, ensuring that every recommendation is both compliant and effective. She manages her team with the same discipline and attention to detail that define her personal work. All deliverables are prepared on time, to a high professional standard, and fully aligned with client expectations. Her combination of expertise, judgement and reliability, in our view, sets a benchmark for the Latvian tax advisory field.’
Key clients
- Latvijas Propāna Gāze SIA
- CREDITREFORM
- airBaltic AS
- Azkoyen
- Dukascopy Bank SA
- BAUER Spezialtiefbau GmbH
- Eco Baltia AS
- Eolus
- Linstow AS
- Ergo
- Roche
Work highlights
Advised Linstow Baltic AS on a range of complex tax matters.
Advised CREDITREFORM on its multi-stage reorganisation, including intricate tax considerations.
Represented private individuals in criminal proceedings regarding alleged tax evasion.
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Practice head
Sandija Novicka
Other key lawyers
Sabīne Vuškāne; Elīna Ločmele