LATVIA Law and Practice Contributed by: Jānis Kārkliņš, Annija Kārkliņa, Ēriks Krēsliņš and Rihards Strads, BERG
BERG is a Latvian law firm with more than 20 profes - sionals, recognised for its strength in real estate mat - ters. BERG has extensive and versatile experience in representing clients in real estate-related matters. The firm’s team has provided advice on the acquisi - tion and sale of immovable property, the establish -
ment, amendment or termination of rights in rem such as servitudes, the division or consolidation of properties, legal aspects of co-ownership, property management issues, and lease and rental matters. The team is also highly skilled and knowledgeable in construction and environmental law.
Authors
Jānis Kārkliņš is a managing partner at BERG and leads the firm’s real estate department. He has extensive experience in advising clients on real estate matters, including real estate development projects, property
Ēriks Krēsliņš is an attorney-at-law and counsel at BERG. He has extensive experience in the Latvian real estate market, with a primary focus on dispute resolution, where he represents real estate developers,
acquisitions and disposals, structuring and financing of real estate transactions, as well as issues related to rights in rem, such as servitudes, co-ownership, property management, leasing and construction- related matters. In addition to his practice, he is a professor at the University of Latvia and recognised as a legal science expert by the Latvian Science Council. He also serves as chairman of the Bar Examination Committee of the Latvian Bar Association and the Examination Committee of the Latvian Council of Sworn Notaries.
construction specialists and other industry stakeholders. His core expertise includes navigating disputes related to construction processes, real estate financing and lease agreements. He also specialises in legal matters related to design and construction contracting. Professionally, he is a member of the Latvian Collegium of Sworn Advocates.
Rihards Strads is a legal professional at BERG with more than ten years of experience in legal practice. He advises clients on a broad range of real estate matters, including property transactions, due diligence, and
Annija Kārkliņa is a partner at BERG. She advises clients on real estate matters, with particular expertise in constitutional and human rights aspects, including property protection and expropriation. In addition to her
issues related to ownership and use of real estate. His practice also covers aspects of real estate development and related legal frameworks, providing clients with practical and solution-oriented guidance. He has particular experience in drafting and negotiating agreements, as well as representing clients in complex real estate projects. Rihards is known for his precise approach and strong understanding of regulatory requirements. Rihards is a member of the Latvian Bar Association.
legal practice, she is a professor at the University of Latvia. She has more than 20 years of academic experience at the University of Latvia. She has participated as a speaker in at least 30 scientific conferences, takes part in international research projects, and has provided expert opinions to numerous institutions. She has been granted expert rights in legal science by a decision of the Latvian Council of Science.
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