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DISPUTE RESOLUTION (tier 2)<\/strong><\/p>\n Under the leadership of Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas, LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas handles administrative and civil cases across a broad set of Lithuanian and EU courts. Notably, the firm has seen several large engagements pertaining to public service obligations in the energy sector, alongside numerous public procurement, shareholder and competition-related disputes. Vaidas Radvila covers a broad set of disputes, including energy, transport and IP litigation, while Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius has key experience in contract, real estate and construction law.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n TAX (tier 2)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas has an excellent reputation for handling tax litigation, often acting for clients in cases against the State Tax Inspectorate. The practice is jointly led by Marius Grajauskas and Gintaras Balciunas, both well known for advising on tax disputes. The group is equally strong in advising on non-contentious tax matters, including VAT and customs tax, and is well known for its association with the Lithuanian Association of Tax Advisors. Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius and managing associate Art\u016bras Liutvinas are names to note.<\/p>\n Testimonials <\/strong>(Collated independently by Legal 500 research team):<\/p>\n \u2018Speed and think outside the box.\u2019<\/p>\n \u2018They focus on results.\u2019<\/p>\n <\/p>\n BANKING, FINANCE AND CAPITAL MARKETS IN\u00a0LITHUANIA (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas has notable specialisms assisting insolvent credit unions through bankruptcy proceedings and portfolio transactions as well as representing several leading banks on a range of loan disputes. Further, the practice has also seen a number of further highlights involving electronic money institutions as well as assisting on the acquisition of a company developing an onshore wind farm. With former experience in-house at major financial institutions, Marius Grajauskas is highly experienced on loan transactions and debt recovery, among his broader specialisms in arbitration. Gintaras Balciunas is another well-respected financial litigator having served as a former Minister of Justice, while Lina Balciune is noted for her anti-money laundering expertise. Jurgita Najulyte is also mentioned for her AML compliance for banks and fintechs.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A (tier 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas advises several large companies in fields such as pharma, fertilizers, and the energy sector, on major acquisitions, investments, and corporate governance restructuring. Marius Grajauskas and Gintaras Balciunas lead the team; while both are also known for their prowess in litigation and arbitration, the former also has substantial experience in legal departments of leading banks, while the latter has broad experience having served as former Minister of Justice of Lithuania. Vaidas Radvila handles corporate and competition matters in addition to handling energy, transport and IP issues.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n EU and competition (tier 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas is particularly strong on contentious competition matters surrounding state aid work and cases of alleged abuse of dominant position. Experienced litigator Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas and competition expert Vaidas Radvila jointly lead the team, advising large Lithuanian companies across a broad set of sectors, notably in the energy and LNG, manufacturing, postal and rail industries. The firm also has experience advising on public service obligations and cases involving the European Commission.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Shipping and transport (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas continues to assist stevedoring company KLASCOS with a broad range of legal matters, as well as acting as counsel to logistics companies, freight forwarders and shipping entities. Recent work for the team includes handling contractual matters relating to trading issues with Ukraine. Disputes expert Vaidas Radvila heads up the practice, and is ably supported by Gintaras Balciunas and Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Testimonials <\/strong>(Collated independently by Legal 500 research team):<\/p>\n \u2018LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas provides services and consultations faster than we expect, its comments and advice are effective, professional, and helpful in all cases.\u2019<\/p>\n \u2018The most experienced and professional lawyer in the firm in our opinion is Gintaras Balciunas, with whom we are working directly.’<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Projects and energy (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n Under the leadership of experienced litigator Gintaras Balciunas, LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas has a solid track record in handling contentious energy and electricity mandates. The client roster also includes transport and logistics sector companies. Vaidas Radvila brings expertise in competition law.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Employment (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas is highly skilled in employee dismissals, with further expertise covering negotiations between employee-employers. The team is also noted for its compliance support in highly regulated industries including the pharmaceuticals sector. Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas, a former Minister of Justice of Lithuania, draws on extensive disputes experience, while Marius Grajauskas, the firm\u2019s managing partner, is another highly regarded name, especially for arbitration proceedings. Konradas Pabijanskas also contributes to the practice.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Real estate and construction (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas’ team offers particular expertise in real estate and construction disputes, often involving contentious planning matters, and is equally adept at handling construction and regulatory matters for clients in the logistics and energy sectors. The firm has an excellent reputation for assisting with projects at Klaipeda Seaport. Practice head Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius assists with real estate contracts, financings and related tax matters. Gintaras Balciunas brings expertise in litigation and arbitration, and managing partner Marius Grajauskas provides key support.<\/p>\n DISPUTE RESOLUTION (tier 2)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas\u00a0is a major name in public procurement matters, including in the healthcare and energy sectors. Other key areas of specialism for the practice include debt settlements and state aid-related disputes. The firm regularly appears in cases before both national and European courts. Practice head\u00a0Gintaras Balciunas\u00a0is a former Minister of Justice of Lithuania and a very experienced arbitrator. Other key names include competition lawyer\u00a0Vaidas Radvila\u00a0and \u2018extremely resourceful<\/em>\u2018 senior associate\u00a0Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n Other key lawyers: <\/strong>Vaidas Radvila; Gintaras Stankevicius<\/p>\n Testimonials <\/strong>\u2018Gintaras Stankevicius is a highly experienced, extremely resourceful lawyer with great expertise in corporate, commercial, public procurement, real estate and construction matters. Gintaras does not shy from the heavy work himself, he provides constant guidance and support in case questions arise, as well as unwavering leadership in crisis situations.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n TAX (tier 2)<\/strong><\/p>\n The LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas tax practice is led by experienced litigators Marius Grajauskas and Gintaras Balciunas and has a strong record in tax-related disputes, including defending clients in cases against the State Tax Inspectorate. On the non-contentious side, the team advises on the tax aspects of acquisitions and helps develop policy through its membership of The Association of the Lithuanian Tax Advisors.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Marius Grajauskas; Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n <\/p>\n BANKING, FINANCE AND CAPITAL MARKETS IN\u00a0LITHUANIA (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas’s banking, bankruptcy and restructuring group has a particular specialism in insolvency work. The team is supporting numerous insolvent credit unions in the process of loan portfolio transactions. Anti-money laundering work is also one of the core strengths of the practice.\u00a0Marius Grajauskas\u00a0has notable industry experience, having previously worked in-house at Deutsche Bank.\u00a0Jurgita Najulyte\u00a0is an insolvency expert, while\u00a0Lina Balciune\u00a0is a certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS). Former Lithuanian justice minister and experienced arbitrator\u00a0Gintaras Balciunas\u00a0also supports the team.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Marius Grajauskas; Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas; Jurgita Najulyt\u0117; Lina Bal\u010di\u016bn\u0117<\/p>\n <\/p>\n COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A (tier 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas\u00a0handles large transactions in sectors such as pharmaceuticals and energy, and also provides its clients with ongoing corporate legal support. The practice is jointly led by managing partner\u00a0Marius Grajauskas, a former government lawyer for the Ministry of Finance, and former justice minister\u00a0Gintaras Balciunas, both of whom have significant experience in corporate deals. Senior associates\u00a0Vaidas Radvila\u00a0and\u00a0Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius\u00a0are also key contacts.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Marius Grajauskas; Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n Other key lawyers: <\/strong>Vaidas Radvila; Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius<\/p>\n Testimonials <\/strong>\u2018Senior associate Gintaras Stankevicius is a highly experienced, extremely resourceful lawyer with great expertise in corporate, commercial, public procurement, real estate and construction matters. Gintaras does not shy from the heavy work himself, he provides constant guidance and support in case questions arise, as well as unwavering leadership in crisis situations.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas offers representation in trade mark infringement cases for clients primarily operating in the financial services sector. Marius Grajauskas, who has considerable previous experience in financial services, having previously worked in-house at several major regional banks, leads the practice. Jurgita Najulyte, who works on banking, finance and insolvency matters as well as IP, is another name to note.<\/p>\n Practice head(s):<\/strong> Marius Grajauskas<\/p>\n Other key lawyers:<\/strong> Jurgita Najulyt\u0117<\/p>\n <\/p>\n EMPLOYMENT (tier3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas has a strong employment disputes practice, covering dismissals, restrictive covenant infringements, cases concerning the interpretation of the Lithuanian Labour Code and other areas. Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas is a former Lithuanian Minister of Justice and has a high level of experience in the employment field as well as in corporate law and commercial arbitration. Marius Grajauskas also previously worked for the government and is a chartered surveyor as well as a lawyer; he advises on tax, real estate and construction in addition to employment law. Konradas Pabijanskas is also noted.<\/p>\n Practice head(s):<\/strong>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas; Marius Grajauskas<\/p>\n Other key lawyers:<\/strong> Konradas Pabijanskas<\/p>\n Testimonials <\/strong>\u2018Konradas Pabijanskas \u0441learly and objectively assesses prospects, understands business logic and human factors.\u2019<\/p>\n <\/p>\n PROJECTS AND ENERGY (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n Handling significant litigation in the energy sphere, most notably between major local producer Achema and the Lithuanian government, the LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas practice is led by seasoned disputes practitioner Gintaras Balciunas. The firm is also notable for its consultations on legal issues surrounding the construction of new terminals at the port of Klaipeda, which has been a hive of activity as LNG and offshore wind farm projects are rapidly put into motion.<\/p>\n Practice head(s):<\/strong> Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n <\/p>\n EU AND COMPETITION (tier 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas has a specialist competition litigation practice with a strong track record in abuse of dominance matters and cartel investigations. The team is jointly led by former Lithuanian Minister of Justice Gintaras Balciunas, an experienced commercial arbitrator with particular expertise in state aid matters, and associate partner Vaidas Radvila, who works with clients across a number of sectors, including energy and transport.<\/p>\n Practice head(s):<\/strong> Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas; Vaidas Radvila<\/p>\n <\/p>\n REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas is a frontrunner in renewable energy construction projects, advising on the establishment of offshore wind farms and the development of infrastructure to facilitate the maintenance of such projects at Klaipeda Seaport, Lithuania\u2019s coastal trading hub at the meeting point of the Baltic Sea and Curonian lagoon. Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius, who is experienced in real estate deal structuring and construction project financing, heads the practice. Former Lithuanian Justice Minister Gintaras Balciunas provides key support.<\/p>\n Practice head(s):<\/strong> Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius<\/p>\n Other key lawyers:<\/strong> Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n Testimonials:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018Quality and promptness in replies.\u2019<\/p>\n \u2018Prompt and understandable answers.\u2019<\/p>\n \u2018This practice is unique because of the people \u2013 they are collaborative and really interested in your issues.\u2019<\/p>\n <\/p>\n SHIPPING AND TRANSPORT (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas is actively involved in the Lithuanian shipping sector through its longstanding representation of stevedoring company KLASCO of Klaipeda seaport \u2013 which is currently very busy with wind turbine building contracts \u2013 as well as ship-repairing businesses and terminal operators. Multinational investor Indeco is also a key transport-sector client. Accomplished disputes lawyer Vaidas Radvila leads the practice.<\/p>\n Practice head(s):<\/strong> Vaidas Radvila<\/p>\n <\/p>\n TMT (tier 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Balciunas ir Grajauskas acts in disputes in the TMT market, including defamation cases and employment litigation, under the leadership of experienced litigator and arbitrator Gintaras Balciunas. The team also advises clients on non-contentious matters, such as the implementation of technology projects and product launches in the Lithuanian market. Associate partners Vaidas Radvila and Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius are also key to the practice and are highlighted for providing \u2018exceptional results\u2018 in \u2018crisis situations\u2018.<\/p>\n Practice head(s):<\/strong> Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n Other key lawyers:<\/strong> Vaidas Radvila; Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius<\/p>\n Testimonials:<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018Deep knowledge of big business clients. Responsive. Hard working. Going the extra mile in situations where I don\u2019t have knowledge. Winning team.\u2019<\/p>\n \u2018Gintaras Balciunas: Precise, acurate, very reliable. Hard working. Deep knowlegde of big business and very good understanding of business processes. Great connections to decision makers in government and regualtory bodies.\u2019<\/p>\n \u2018Vaidas Radvila: responsive, accurate, exeptional results even in the hardest situations.\u2019<\/p>\n <\/p>\n DISPUTE RESOLUTION (tier 2)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0provides\u00a0‘expert-level, effective and timely advice.’\u00a0<\/em>The firm has experience representing banks and credit unions, as well as some of the largest companies in Lithuania.\u00a0Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas\u00a0jointly leads the practice with\u00a0Marius Grajauskas, who together with Jurgita Najulyte represented a series of insolvent credit unions in court in litigation centred on the alleged misuse of funds and property by the clients’ former managers. Another name to note is\u00a0Vaidas Radvila, who handles disputes connected with the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas;\u00a0Marius Grajauskas<\/p>\n Testimonials<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018Expert level, prompt attention, effective and timely advice and consultations.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n BANKING, FINANCE AND CAPITAL MARKETS IN\u00a0LITHUANIA (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0is particularly known for its work in bankruptcy proceedings involving financial institutions. Managing partner\u00a0Marius Grajauskas\u00a0advised Click2Sell on regulatory compliance, which involved working with the\u00a0Supervision Service of the Bank of Lithuania to ensure that the payment institution’s activities were in compliance with the law. Senior associate\u00a0Jurgita Najulyt\u0117\u00a0<\/em>is working with Grajauskas to assist various insolvent credit unions with loan portfolio transactions and bankruptcy proceedings.\u00a0Lina Bal\u010di\u016bn\u0117\u00a0is another notable individual.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Marius Grajauskas;\u00a0Jurgita Najulyt\u0117<\/p>\n Testimonials<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018A reliable law firm that we could trust in any legal matter. They always come to us with solutions.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018The ability of lawyers to cover and provide a wide range of legal services is crucial in bankruptcy proceedings.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018The managing partner Marius Grajauskas is undoubtedly an extremely important person. His experience and commitment to personally delving into the situation and giving the best advice is appreciated. Also, worth mentioning is Jurgita Najulyte, who solves legal problems very quickly. Jurgita not only drafts legal documents but also perfectly represents credit union in legal proceedings and other legal relationships.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A (tier 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0has a\u00a0‘diverse, flexible and versatile’\u00a0<\/em>practice. The\u00a0‘stand-out’<\/em>\u00a0Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas\u00a0and\u00a0Vaidas Radvila\u00a0both lead the team.\u00a0Bal\u010di\u016bnas advised Roche Lietuva on all corporate issues. Senior associate\u00a0Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius\u00a0is also recommended.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas;\u00a0Vaidas Radvila<\/p>\n Testimonials<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018A reliable law firm that we could trust in any legal matter. They always come to us with solutions\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018This team responds promptly to the problems raised, helping to solve the problems by offering at least several alternative solutions. The team is very diverse, capable of dealing with different types of issues. Flexibility and versatility are the strengths of this team. This is not just a team of lawyers, it\u2019s partners who are always ready to help and advise.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018Practice head Vaidas Radvila is a highly experienced and business-oriented lawyer with an admirable track record.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018There are a variety of legal issues that we face. We can safely say that this law firm operates at a very high standard in its field, offering a wide range of legal services. We would especially like to highlight the stand out partner Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas, whose knowledge and experience make it easy to find solutions in difficult situations. Diligence, flexibility, high standards \u2013 these qualities set this law firm apart from the rest.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0is strong in all aspects of\u00a0trade mark, copyright and patent infringement cases. The team is led by\u00a0Marius Grajauskas\u00a0and\u00a0Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas;\u00a0the latter advised Roche Lietuva on a potential patent infringement claim against the Lithuanian National Health Insurance Fund under the Ministry of Health.\u00a0Konradas Pabijanskas\u00a0is experienced in trade mark disputes.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Marius Grajauskas;\u00a0Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n Testimonials<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018I would like to point out that the intellectual property practice group provides great quality legal services on time. It always pays attention to my needs and delivers rational, effective solutions.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018The group has great lawyers, who have extensive experience.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018I mostly work with both partner Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas and managing associate Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius. In my opinion, both lawyers are great professionals in intellectual property field.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018I like working with Partner Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas because he can provide rational solutions to legal issues.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018Managing associate Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius has great analytical skills and can find long-term solutions for me, which solve not only the current issue, but also prevent further problems.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018Team head Vaidas Radvila is a highly experienced and business-oriented lawyer with an admirable track record.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018We have worked with all the top law firms in Lithuania, but we preferred Leadell.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n PROJECTS AND ENERGY (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas’\u00a0practice stands out for its work in energy disputes. Illustrative of its strengths in this area, team head\u00a0Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas\u00a0is representing Achema in legal disputes against the State of Lithuania and European Commission in national and EU courts.\u00a0Vaidas Radvila\u00a0is also recommended for his expertise in energy matters.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n <\/p>\n REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas’\u00a0‘efficient and experienced’<\/em>\u00a0team acts on the development and acquisition of ports and energy infrastructure, as well as the development of real estate for residential and industrial purposes. The team is led by\u00a0Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius,\u00a0who advised KLASCO on the development and construction of a new petroleum and petrochemicals products terminal.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius<\/p>\n Testimonials<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2018They are very efficient and experienced. I appreciate that they can keep the terms on time. They are able to provide professional advice in a wide range of business spheres.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u2018There is a wide range of partners and associates, and they can help in a variety of aspects. The main qualities we have discovered from working together are reliability, perfect legal knowledge and a professional approach.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n SHIPPING AND TRANSPORT (tier 3)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0advises start-ups and major companies on a wide variety of shipping and transport matters. Practice head\u00a0Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas\u00a0and others provide ongoing advice to Centrinis Klaip\u0117dos Terminalas on its international and domestic operations. The firm also advises\u00a0AB Klaip\u0117dos j\u016br\u0173 krovini\u0173 kompanija on several matters related to shipping and port development. Senior associate\u00a0Vaidas Radvila\u00a0is recommended.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/p>\n <\/p>\n TAX (tier 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0advised the International Chamber of Commerce Tax Commission\u00a0of The Lithuanian Business Confederation over new changes to tax law. Elsewhere, the firm assists other clients with tax issues associated with global restructuring projects and transfer pricing, among other matters. Managing partner\u00a0Marius Grajauskas, who\u00a0is the head of the team, is chairman of the board of the Association of the Lithuanian Tax Advisors, and represents its interests in meetings with the Financial Ministry of Lithuania. Senior associate\u00a0Art\u016bras Liutvinas\u00a0is noted for his experience of direct tax and VAT matters.<\/p>\n Practice head(s): <\/strong>Marius Grajauskas<\/p>\n Law firm LEADELL\u00a0Balciunas & Grajauskas has been recommended in the following practice areas:<\/p>\n DISPUTE RESOLUTION\u00a0(tier 2 )<\/strong> <\/p>\n BANKING, FINANCE AND CAPITAL MARKETS\u00a0 (tier 3 )<\/strong> <\/p>\n COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A\u00a0\u00a0(tier 4)<\/strong> <\/p>\n INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY\u00a0(tier 3)<\/strong> <\/p>\n PROJECTS AND ENERGY\u00a0\u00a0(tier 3)<\/strong> <\/p>\n REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION (tier 3)<\/strong> <\/p>\n SHIPPING AND TRANSPORT\u00a0\u00a0(tier 3)<\/strong> <\/p>\n TAX\u00a0\u00a0(tier 4)<\/strong> <\/p>\n The lawyers of Balciunas & Grajauskas have been recognized among the leading experts in the fields of banking, finance and capital markets, dispute resolution, intellectual property, real estate and construction, shipping and transport and projects and energy, stating the following: SHIPPING AND TRANSPORT\u00a0(tier 2)<\/strong> <\/p>\n IN<\/strong>TELLECTUAL PROPERTY (tier 3 )<\/strong> <\/p>\n PROJECTS AND ENERGY\u00a0(tier 3 )<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas provides ‘expert-level, effective and timely advice.’ The firm has experience representing banks and credit unions, as well as some of the largest companies in Lithuania. Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas jointly leads the practice with Marius Grajauskas, who together with Jurgita Najulyte represented a series of insolvent credit unions in court in litigation centred on the alleged misuse of funds and property by the clients’ former managers. Another name to note is Vaidas Radvila, who handles disputes connected with the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector.<\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas is particularly known for its work in bankruptcy proceedings involving financial institutions. Managing partner Marius Grajauskas<\/strong> advised Click2Sell on regulatory compliance, which involved working with the Supervision Service of the Bank of Lithuania to ensure that the payment institution’s activities were in compliance with the law. Senior associate Jurgita Najulyt\u0117<\/strong> is working with Marius Grajauskas<\/strong> to assist various insolvent credit unions with loan portfolio transactions and bankruptcy proceedings. Lina Bal\u010di\u016bn\u0117<\/strong> is another notable individual.<\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0has a\u00a0<\/span>‘diverse, flexible and versatile’\u00a0<\/em>practice. The\u00a0<\/span>‘stand-out’<\/em>\u00a0<\/span>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>Vaidas Radvila<\/strong>\u00a0both lead the team. <\/span>Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/strong> advised Roche Lietuva on all corporate issues. Senior associate\u00a0<\/span>Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius<\/strong>\u00a0is also recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas is strong in all aspects of trade mark, copyright and patent infringement cases. The team is led by Marius Grajauskas<\/strong> and Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/strong>; the latter advised Roche Lietuva on a potential patent infringement claim against the Lithuanian National Health Insurance Fund under the Ministry of Health. Konradas Pabijanskas<\/strong> is experienced in trade mark disputes.<\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas practice stands out for its work in energy disputes. Illustrative of its strengths in this area, team head Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/strong> is representing Achema in legal disputes against the State of Lithuania and European Commission in national and EU courts. Vaidas Radvila<\/strong> is also recommended for his expertise in energy matters.<\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas ‘efficient and experienced’ team acts on the development and acquisition of ports and energy infrastructure, as well as the development of real estate for residential and industrial purposes. The team is led by Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius<\/strong>, who advised KLASCO on the development and construction of a new petroleum and petrochemicals products terminal.<\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0advises start-ups and major companies on a wide variety of shipping and transport matters. Practice head\u00a0Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/strong>\u00a0and others provide ongoing advice to Centrinis Klaip\u0117dos Terminalas on its international and domestic operations. The firm also advises\u00a0AB Klaip\u0117dos j\u016br\u0173 krovini\u0173 kompanija on several matters related to shipping and port development. Senior associate\u00a0Vaidas Radvila<\/strong>\u00a0is recommended.<\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas\u00a0advised the International Chamber of Commerce Tax Commission\u00a0of The Lithuanian Business Confederation over new changes to tax law. Elsewhere, the firm assists other clients with tax issues associated with global restructuring projects and transfer pricing, among other matters. Managing partner\u00a0Marius Grajauskas<\/strong>, who\u00a0is the head of the team, is chairman of the board of the Association of the Lithuanian Tax Advisors, and represents its interests in meetings with the Financial Ministry of Lithuania. Senior associate\u00a0Art\u016bras Liutvinas<\/strong>\u00a0is noted for his experience of direct tax and VAT matters.<\/p>\n2019<\/h2>\n
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\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas represents clients across a wide range of industry sectors. Led by Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/strong> and Marius Grajauskas<\/strong>, it is currently acting for Achema, the largest natural gas consumer in Lithuania, in multiple disputes with the state of Lithuania concerning a recently built liquefied natural gas terminal and the resulting levy that has been imposed on all natural gas consumers in the country. Senior associate Gintaras Stankevi\u010dius<\/strong> is recommended.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas regularly acts on shipping and aviation matters, recently providing assistance to a state enterprise on the construction of the regional air traffic control building. Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas<\/strong> and senior associate Vaidas Radvila<\/strong> are leading the advice to Fitek on the automation of its postal transportation services across Lithuania. Aviation-related public procurement is another area of expertise.<\/p>\n
\nLEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas regularly undertakes contentious IP work; Gintaras Bal\u010di\u016bnas\u00a0<\/strong> is currently representing Naujoji R\u016bta in several trade mark infringement cases, as well as providing legal advice to pharmaceutical company Roche on patent production.\u00a0 Practice head Jurgita Najulyte<\/strong> is recommended.<\/p>\n