News
E-mails and other internal documentation of merger negotiations can be scrutinis...
When analysing merger filings, the Latvian Competition Council will be more interested in the goal of the merger, – stated a representative of the Competition Council on 12th October at the annual forum of competition lawyers. Additional explanations will be...
Belarus energy sector is safe haven for investments
VILGERTS Belarus contributed to the Belarus country profile for the first issue of the Energy Investment Risk Assessment (EIRA) publication by the Energy Charter Secretariat, which covers 30 countries. The publication aims to assist governments in improving the investment environment,...
EIRA annual report: energy investments in Latvia
VILGERTS Law Firm shared their expertise with the team behind Energy Investment Risk Assessment (EIRA) for the International Energy Charter. This prestigious publication will assist governments improve investment conditions for foreign investors in the energy sector. VILGERTS Head of Regulatory,...
About Us
Brief facts
- Established in Riga, Latvia in 2008
- Headquarters in Riga, Latvia
- Offices in Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Belarus
- 40+ staff firmwide
- 1,200+ clients firmwide
Our Philosophy
Our work philosophy is deeply rooted in a sincere desire to help clients to the best of our ability. We take client matters personally. We deliver down-to-earth advice by our brightest lawyers. This is the essence of the quality delivered by VILGERTS.
Quality and speed is the reason why clients come back to us for more.
History
Gints Vilgerts starts law firm in Riga in 2008 with associate Linda Bērziņa. Soon afterwards Debora Pāvila and Jūlija Jerņeva joined the firm.
In 2011 firm starts its operations in Minsk, Belarus. In 2013 Mr Roman Shpakovsky becomes managing partner of the firm in Belarus.
After ending alliance with Magnusson in 2014 we started operations in Estonia and Lithuania.
In 2016 Mr Kaido Loor joins the firm and becomes managing partner of Estonian office.
In 2017 Mrs Jurate Kugyte joined Lithuanian office and leads daily operations of Vilnius office today.
Recognition
“Excellent negotiation skills.” Legal 500, 2012, Banking & Finance
“The team has a great understanding of our business and what we are trying to achieve. The advice was very practical and usable, and the lawyers offered great solutions, making things understandable and simple.” Chambers & Partners, 2014 Corporate/Commercial
“Very responsive, competent and absolutely first choice in public procurement matters.” Legal 500, 2012, Dispute Resolution
“Outstanding in the competition field.” Legal 500, 2012, EU and Competition
“Brilliant lawyers with strategic skills.” Legal 500, 2014, Corporate and M&A