WALLESS hosts seasoned litigators who are able to advise on tax matters and cross-border taxation challenges due to a larger team across the Baltics. The group has a history of success in VAT dispute resolution in matters which involve the Latvian tax authorities, while demonstrating an ability to act in a range of restructurings and acquisitions related to both direct and indirect tax matters. Practice head Inguna Abele is a tax expert instructed by clients ranging from family-owned businesses to large conglomerates, providing advice on areas such as tax structuring, optimisation, and transfer pricing, which are strengths of the wider group. Kristers Zālītis is another significant team member. Tatjana Sinkeviča, a sworn advocate, is key for tax disputes.
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Key clients
- Ignitis Group
- Siemens
- Green Genius
- Depo DIY group (including Lemon Gapa SIA)
- CleanR Grupa AS
- Eco Baltia Group
- Modus Group
- 4G Property
- AmberStone Group
- Nuve Partners
- INDEXO REAL ESTATE FUND
- FishOk SIA
Work highlights
Advised Ignitis Group on the electric vehicle charging services for all Baltic states.
Advised Green Genius UAB on attributing profits to the Latvian permanent establishment and coordinating the approach with the Latvian tax authorities.
Assisted Lemon Gapa SIA (a Depo DIY group company) with securing a VAT tax refund from the state.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Ingūna Ābele
Other key lawyers
Kristers Zālītis; Tatjana Sinkeviča