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COBALT

Dispute Resolution

Europe Guide 2026 : Latvia


COBALT

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One of the largest and most mature dispute resolution practices in Latvia with a team of 22 lawyers.

Acclaimed reputation in arbitration, financial services and intellectual property disputes. Among top practices in administrative law, constitutional law and human rights litigations in Latvia.

Experience in handling cases in international arbitration institutions as well as the Court of Justice of the European Union and the European Court of Human Rights, supervised by lead experts.

Regular contributors and authors of domestic and international publications on administrative and constitutional law (including human rights), arbitration, civil and commercial law, restructuring and insolvency, including commentaries to the respective procedural statutes.

Well-known for advocating for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. The firm’s attorneys have represented Mozaīka (a Latvian LGBTQ+ NGO) in proceedings before the Constitutional Court, provided legal assistance to same-sex couples in court proceedings, participated in parliamentary working groups drafting the Civil Union Law, and been outspoken on mass media on these topics. The team has played a pivotal role in fighting to ensure that same-sex families are not discriminated against and receive equal legal protection as married couples, utilizing all the resources available.

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Dispute Resolution - Latvia

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
COBALT has a highly rated disputes team handling public, criminal and civil law cases. The law firm stands out for its solid expertise in constitutional and administrative proceedings. It has experience in handling ECHR cases and is also active in international arbitration. The team advises on intellectual property, tax, construction and competition disputes. It acts for clients from the banking, retail and telecoms industries.

Work Highlights

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  • COBALT represented SEB Bank before the Constitutional Court in a challenge against a mortgage loan relief law.

Strengths

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  • COBALT's lawyers are experts in their fields.

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  • COBALT stands out for its personal attitude and outside-the-box thinking. The team is pleasant to interact with and always a pleasure to communicate with.

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  • COBALT has supported us with a high level of advice.

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  • As COBALT has gathered the brightest minds and most knowledgeable experts in all fields, the consultations are quick and valuable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Lauris Liepa
    Band 1Lauris Liepa

    Lauris Liepa

    Top-ranked Lauris Liepa has vast experience handling a variety of disputes, including representing clients in high-impact administrative and civil proceedings, as well as cases before the Constitutional Court.

    • Lauris Liepa is an excellent lawyer.

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    • Lauris Liepa is a knowledgeable practitioner.

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  • Band 4Mārtiņš Aljēns
    Band 4Mārtiņš Aljēns

    Mārtiņš Aljēns

    Mārtiņš Aljēns assists with commercial disputes, regularly dealing with litigation pertaining to the banking sector and debt enforcement proceedings.
    • Mārtiņš Aljēns is a strong litigator who displays impressive procedural knowledge.

      Dispute Resolution respondentEurope
    • He has the ownership of his litigation. He always thinks toward how to progress with the case, not just reacting to what the court wants. He has a proactive approach.

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  • Band 4Sergejs Rudāns
    Band 4Sergejs Rudāns

    Sergejs Rudāns

    Sergejs Rudāns is experienced in handling real estate and construction disputes.

    • Sergejs Rudāns is a very smart lawyer and it is a pleasure working with him.

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