‘Cobalt has extensive M&A transaction experience and is able to deliver high-quality advice and guidance where necessary, while importantly providing reassurance around risks and offering practical suggestions for their mitigation.’

‘We had the most interactions with Augustinas Petkevičius, who demonstrated exceptional professionalism throughout the project, was available around the clock, and consistently provided clear guidance and exhaustive clarification on every issue. Juozas Rimas and his team bring extensive M&A experience, which enables them to deliver clear, concise, and to-the-point advice that consistently serves their clients’ best interests.’

‘Great client relationships, high level of trust, agile and quick.’

‚On the pure M&A side, their strong track record in Lithuania proved essential to help us understand local market practices and adapt our usual deal approach — shaped by our core markets in France and Germany — to the specificities of the Lithuanian environment.‘

‚Their ability to combine deep local insight with high-quality corporate and transactional expertise, and to coordinate the various specialists involved in a cohesive and efficient manner, is what we believe sets Ellex apart from other firms.’

‘Throughout the project, we greatly appreciated the team’s consistent support at every key stage of the transaction. They were highly responsive, always providing clear and well-reasoned answers to our questions within very satisfactory timeframes, even when deadlines were tight.‘

‘Mantas Petkevičius possesses a high degree of competence, ability to understand business needs, and a strong commitment to the project.’

‘The Sorainen team was really committed and very thorough in their work. Very skillful and with a broad knowledge within a great variety of legal areas. Most importantly the Sorainen team understands when to stand on legal principles and where to apply a pragmatic approach.’

‘Jonas Kiauleikis and Laimonas Skibarka are both very experienced and highly qualified lawyers who bring a creative and thoughtful approach to their work. They’re able to look at complex issues from different angles and offer solutions that are both practical and well-considered.’

‘The team stands out for its collaborative approach, responsiveness, and depth of expertise across different areas.’

‘I have had a very positive experience working with Povilas Zukauskas and Šarūnas Basijokas. What stands out most about them is their ability to combine deep expertise with a very practical, solution-oriented mindset.’

‘WALLESS stands out for its deep expertise in commercial, corporate, and M&A matters. Their team combines legal precision with a strong understanding of business realities, consistently delivering strategic and practical advice.’

‘Motieka & Audzevičius delivers consistently high-quality legal services in both dispute resolution and corporate matters. The firm demonstrates strong technical expertise, strategic insight, and exceptional responsiveness, ensuring commercially sound and effective outcomes.‘

‘Laurynas Ramons is a very well-organised lawyer with a hands-on approach.’

‚Darius was exceptional in drafting and structuring key documents. His work was always precise, practical, and proactive, often anticipating issues before they became problems. His expertise and attention to commercial impact of legal points made a big difference in the outcome.‘

‘Dalia Tamasauskaite-Zilienė is our long-standing key legal partner in making fund’s investments and exits. She is a highly experienced professional with a founder-friendly approach, very constructive, and offers us basically a 24/7 availability.’

‘I’ve been really happy working with the TEGOS Commercial, corporate and M&A team. What makes them different is how they mix strong legal know-how with a real understanding of business – they always give clear, practical advice, even when things get complicated. The team is quick to respond, stays involved, and always delivers on time.’

‘The TEGOS team was fantastic throughout our project. Agnius Pilipavičius did a great job managing and structuring everything and handled stakeholders across four countries with ease. Aurimas Pauliukevičius was super helpful with the shareholders’ agreement, and Marijus Kriščiūnas made sure all the tax issues were sorted out smoothly.‘

‘bnt Attorneys is a cross-border law firm with a truly Central and Eastern European footprint. Unlike many international practices that enter the region through satellite offices, bnt was founded with a local-first approach: combining deep knowledge of national laws with seamless coordination across multiple jurisdictions.‘

‘At bnt Attorneys, it is above all the individuals who make the real difference. One of the most remarkable is Hans Lauschke, with whom we work closely. He combines exceptional legal precision with a strong business-oriented mindset. Clients value that he does not approach complex legal issues purely from a theoretical perspective, but always considers their practical implementation.‘

‘The team is incredibly helpful in terms of assisting with KYC requirements, which can be challenging for US-based clients, and helping understand local law. They also took a very commercial approach to the transaction generally and did not provide theoretical or un-useful guidance.’

‘Aušra Maliauskaitė-Embrektė is very professional, dedicated, always on time, dives deep in understanding of business, and fearlessly protects our side. Artūras Bakšys is very knowledgeable in taxes and provided useful advice.’

‘I have worked with partner Audrius Žvybas who proved to be a skilled advisor on business sale matters. His advise on structuring the deal, how to prepare for the deal, negotiation skills and support through the process gave me huge comfort. I could recommend him without reservations!’

‘We appreciate GLIMSTEDT’s professionalism, speed and wide range of competencies in the firm that supports our versatile needs. The process is simple, as we have one contact person who directs our issues to the concrete team member.’

‘The commercial, corporate & M&A team at Noewe Legal stands out for its combination of technical excellence, commercial pragmatism, and highly personalised client care. We have been particularly impressed with the work of senior associate Giedrė Dailidėnaitė, whose deep knowledge, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex issues in practical terms consistently add value.‘

‘We have been consistently impressed by the professionalism and quality of work delivered by Giedrė Dailidėnaitė. She stands out for her ability to combine deep technical knowledge with a highly practical and business-oriented approach. Giedrė is exceptionally responsive, thorough, and proactive — she anticipates issues before they arise and provides solutions that are clear, actionable, and tailored to the business context.‘

‘Giedre Dailidėnaitė stands out as an expert whose experience leads to high-quality practical advice. Robert Juodka is responsive and manages to deliver meaningful legal support under pressure of time.’

‘We are delighted with our cooperation with CEE Attorneys. Their team is highly adaptable, attentive, and proactive in addressing even minor details. They combine deep legal knowledge with a strong understanding of commercial realities, which makes us feel secure when dealing with complex, everyday issues.‘

‘The individuals we have worked with at CEE Attorneys consistently stand out for their professionalism, dedication, and ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly and practically. What makes them unique is their willingness to go the extra mile, ensuring that our concerns are fully understood and resolved.‘

‘The team is always cooperative, all issues are being solved and I never feel alone in the transactions when decisions have to be made. Usually lawyers are coming with the problems and raising all kind of risks, while this team is always eliminating not necessary noise and dealing only with the main risks in the transactions.‘

‘We worked with the Constat team on M&A matters and had an excellent experience throughout. They are not only technically strong but also practical and commercially oriented in their advice. What stood out to us was how approachable they were, nothing ever felt too much trouble, and they were always available when we needed them, even at short notice.‘

‘We especially want to thank Steponas Virketis and Tomas Jasaitis for the way they supported us during the deal.‘

‚We have been working with this team for many years already. We have known the lawyers since they were not yet partners, and we trust them. The team is young, fast, and ambitious. They always respond quickly and help to solve issues, not just give theory. They are reliable and easy to work with.‘

‘I worked with Milda Jasaitiene who was consistently responsive, thoughtful and commercially minded in her advice. I also appreciated her collaborative approach throughout.’

‘Eversheds Sutherland combines global scale with local precision, making it a preferred advisor for both multinational corporations and mid-market players navigating complex transactions and strategic partnerships. What makes this practice unique is its deep sectoral expertise—particularly in energy, technology, life sciences, and financial services—combined with a pragmatic, commercially focused approach to deal-making.‘

‘Jonas Saladžius is a highly respected corporate and M&A lawyer, known for his strategic insight, cross-border transaction expertise, and ability to guide clients through complex commercial and corporate structures with clarity and confidence. He brings particular strength in structuring mid-market deals, advising on corporate governance, and managing regulatory risk in international transactions.‘

‘I know the team for 15 years. I engage with them for almost all the things my business requires. They have huge know-how on how to handle investment, structure it, implement it, and in some case handle any possible disputes. During my time with them, they handled almost every investment. I would say they are exceptional when it comes to the depth of their advice, as well as their fast reaction time.‘

‘When it comes to corporate matters, Vadimas Maksimenka is my go-to guy. Very caring and results-oriented lawyer.‘

‘Partner Mindaugas Zolynas stands out for his strategic clarity, calm under pressure, and ability to translate complex legal issues into actionable business advice. He is consistently responsive, detail-oriented, and proactive in guiding clients through sensitive negotiations and litigation.‘

‘Karolina and Vytautas are people who stand tall in terms of professionalism, always being reachable, leaving no email or call unanswered, paying attention to the core business interests and actual business practice, making sure any deliverables are practical.’

‘I had the opportunity to work opposite attorney Karolina Birmontė-Birmonte on a corporate transaction, and I was impressed by her professionalism, clarity, and subject matter expertise. Throughout the process, Karolina demonstrated exceptional responsiveness and constructive professionalism, consistently seeking practical and well-reasoned solutions without compromising her client’s interests.‘

‘Karolina Birmonte is an exceptional corporate law expert that I trust in M&A transactions. She combines high-level expertise with a practical approach and offers her services at a very competitive rate.’

‘The individuals at Magnusson Lithuania stand out for their combination of strong legal expertise and a genuinely client-oriented mindset. Unlike many competitors, the partners are personally involved in matters and remain highly accessible throughout transactions, which gives clients a sense of confidence and continuity.’

‘PwC were very supportive and professional during the process. They were very insightful about company financials and helped our accounting to bring our financial reports up to international standards. They were trustworthy, easy to communicate to and eager to maximise our value.‘

‘Povilas Vendelis was exceptionally intelligent analysing our company’s financials. The whole legal team was very professional as well; they did their best negotiating the contract details to our benefit.’

‘The team is extremely dedicated. Best knowledge in M&A practice supported by very wide tax law understanding, which is rare in the market.’

‘I would recommend Jurgita Tekorienė and Tadas Lukošius.’

‘The practice stands out for the quality of its work, with an emphasis on precision, depth, and consistency across matters. The team is recognised for fostering strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders, reflecting a culture that values people as much as outcomes. Unlike firms that focus narrowly on scale, this group differentiates itself through close collaboration, ensuring clients receive tailored and thoughtful advice.’

‘Tadas Lukošius stands out for his leadership and ability to guide matters strategically from start to finish. His judgment and experience inspire confidence, and his commitment to quality ensures that clients receive advice that is both sound and practical. Šarūnas Grigonis brings sharp analytical skills and an impressive ability to manage complex details. As a senior, he demonstrates maturity in handling matters and collaborates seamlessly with colleagues and clients.‘

‘They are not only strong in structuring complex deals but also excellent at explaining the risks and options in a way that supports real business decisions. What we value most is their ability to balance speed with thoroughness. In transactions where timing is critical, they are reliable and proactive, yet never compromise on quality.‘

‘We value Giedre Čiuladienė’s precision, calmness, and ability to manage even the most complex negotiations with confidence. She is approachable, responsive, and always focused on finding solutions rather than creating obstacles. With Giedrė, you feel you have a trusted partner who genuinely cares about the outcome of your deal.’

‘They’re fast, precise, and always keep the business side in mind, not just the legal details. What makes them different is how proactive and collaborative they are—you always feel you’re getting the whole team’s expertise, not just one lawyer’s view. Compared to other firms, they’re more approachable, modern, and solution-oriented, with smooth processes that make working with them straightforward.’

‘The company’s service provision is very comprehensive. You can get optimal service, because specialists from various fields work there.’

‘We highly appreciate that consultations are provided in a comprehensive manner, that all aspects of the issue and possible solutions are examined, whether in corporate law, taxation, or corporate governance matters, and that summarised insights or solutions are provided. I would like to specially mention lawyer Tomas Mieliauskas, who coordinates all processes very well and provides highly qualified services.‘

‘The Lithuanian corporate and M&A team at Deloitte Legal, PPA consistently demonstrates exceptional competence, showcased through their profound expertise in navigating complex legal landscapes. Their high availability ensures clients receive timely and dedicated support. Moreover, the team’s diligence is evident in their scrupulous and strategic approach, guaranteeing that every detail is thoroughly addressed and aligned with clients‘ business goals.’

‘We value the firm’s commercial, corporate and M&A team for their ability to combine local insight with international transaction expertise. They are highly responsive, practical, and efficient in navigating complex matters. Compared to others, they stand out through innovative use of technology, flexible approach, and strong client collaboration.’

‘The managing partner provides strong leadership and contributes valuable ideas that enhance the team’s work. The associate partner is highly competent and pragmatic, speaking only when he has meaningful input, which makes his advice especially effective.‘

‘The team knows the specifics of our business very well and has a good sense of daily current affairs.’