Europe Guide 2026 : Latvia
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Provided by Ellex Klavins
Ellex competition team handles the largest competition cases in Latvia and the Baltics and has a strong track record with advising clients in all sectors, particularly, in the financial services, food, retail and pharma sectors.
Ellex has the largest competition team available in the Baltics, which is not only capable of handling various complex matters simultaneously on the pan-Baltic level, but also capable of swiftly responding in case of urgency (e.g. dawn-raids).
Ellex has competence and in-depth knowledge in all areas of competition law, including antitrust, state aid and merger control cases as well as competition litigation, daily compliance and advisory matters.
We have a comprehensive knowledge of economic and business processes and an excellent understanding of various industries. This has proven an invaluable asset for understanding the business environment where our clients operate, allowing us to address the unique needs of each client, to take into consideration all specific aspects of our clients’ industries and to offer business- oriented solutions.
Proven expertise and track record of advising on landmark competition cases both at the Competition Council and in courts, both national and European, including pioneering a number of legal issues (first preliminary reference to CJEU in antitrust law in Latvia; first settlement decision with the Competition Council; involvement of the Competition Council in anticompetitive actions of other state authorities etc.).
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Ellex Klavins stands out for its ability to represent clients in behavioural investigations, as well as in subsequent appeals against fines and in follow-on damages actions. The firm is also well regarded for acting on merger control notifications, and on challenges to authority clearance decisions. Team members also have experience in the competition compliance aspects of distribution strategies.
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Ellex represented Latvijas Energoceltnieks in a cartel investigation in the construction sector.
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The team's great collaboration and client management skills bring clarity and make us feel confident to rely on the service.
The lawyers give information rather than us having to draw the information from them.
Ellex Klavins is very fast in its reaction to our requests and has lawyers with different areas of expertise, which ensures effective handling of complex matters.
It is easy to work with the team. The lawyers are ready to explain and advise, are always very kind and always have suggestions on how to act in situations.
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Līga Merwin stands out for her broad competition law practice that covers merger control filings and appeals against merger prohibitions, as well as investigations into possible cartels and bid rigging. She offers further expertise in competition law compliance mandates and follow-on damages actions.
Liga Merwin replies very quickly to all our requests and always finds and recommends balanced solutions that correspond to our needs.
She is extremely knowledgeable in competition law and practice, which makes her a reliable adviser to the business.
The communication with her is very good.
She has a calm and confident approach and attitude.
Mārtiņš Gailis assists clients with obtaining competition law approval for proposed mergers. He is also known for advising clients on the competition law aspects of distribution agreements.
Head of Competition/Antitrust
Competition/Antitrust
Provided by Ellex Klavins
Mārtiņš Gailis
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