Sviridenko & Partners SIA

What Sviridenko & Partners SIA does

Sviridenko & Partners SIA is a privately held Latvian law firm founded in 2016 and headquartered in Riga, Latvia. The firm provides legal advisory and licensing services to businesses operating in regulated industries and to high-net-worth individuals, with a stated specialization in fintech licensing (EMI, PI, CASP/MiCA, MiFID), AML and compliance, corporate and M&A, immigration and Golden Visa programs, tax, real estate, IP, IT law/GDPR, sports law, banking advisory, and litigation. The team consists of 6 named professionals led by Board Member Filips Sviridenko and Head of Legal Practice Dana Vasilenoka, supported by a CFO, a customer service head, and legal assistants.

The firm operates as a sales-led professional services practice, acquiring clients through its multilingual (LV/RU/EN) website, consultation request forms, blog content, SEO, and a network of 8 referral partners across fintech, sports, and professional services. Revenue is generated on a per-engagement basis; no subscription or recurring fee model is described, and no public pricing is listed. The firm does not develop proprietary technology — its website is operated by a third-party (Kerning Agency) and its IT infrastructure consists of standard security tools (antivirus, firewalls, two-stage security systems).

The firm's addressable market spans the EU/EEA, CIS countries, India, and China, with multi-jurisdictional immigration coverage across Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Spain, Italy, and Portugal in addition to Latvia. The firm received the highest A rating from the State Revenue Service of Latvia for 2025, an affirmation of tax compliance and professional integrity. No funding rounds, acquisitions, or external investment are recorded.

Name

Sviridenko & Partners SIA

Legal name

Sviridenko & Partners SIA

Website

https://sviridenko.law

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Sviridenko & Partners SIA is a 7-person Riga-based law firm specializing in EU fintech licensing (EMI, PI, MiCA), AML compliance, corporate/M&A, and multi-jurisdictional immigration (Latvia, Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Spain, Italy, Portugal), serving regulated industries and high-net-worth investors from CIS, India, and China.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Legal Services

NAICS

Legal Services (5411), Other Legal Services (54119)

SIC

Services-Legal Services (8111)

akta.pro primary industry

Financial Crime, AML/CFT & Sanctions Compliance (BPAHAFAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

M&A Advisory (Buy-side/Sell-side) (BPAHADAC), Local Entity Setup & Expansion Advisory (Market Entry, Subsidiary Formation) (BPACAHAM), Cross-Border M&A Advisory (FSAEAGAH)

Keywords

• Legal advisory services
• Fintech licensing
• Immigration law
• AML compliance
• Corporate law

Headquarters

HQ city

Riga

HQ country

Latvia

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Legal Advisory and Consultancy Services: The firm generates revenue by providing professional legal services to businesses and individuals across multiple practice areas, including fintech licensing (EMI, PI, CASP/MiCA), corporate/M&A, AML & compliance, immigration, real estate, tax law, litigation, banking advisory, IP, IT law/GDPR, sports law, legal translation, and licensing for medical and excise activities. Fees are likely billed on a project or engagement basis, consistent with law firm billing practices. No subscription or recurring fee model is described.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Sviridenko & Partners SIA is a Latvia-based law firm providing business-oriented legal advisory and licensing support for businesses operating in highly regulated industries. The firm offers a broad range of legal services spanning immigration (including EU residence permits and Golden Visa programs), fintech licensing (EMI, PI, MiCA, MiFID frameworks), AML and regulatory compliance, corporate and M&A, tax, intellectual property, IT law and GDPR, real estate, sports law, litigation, banking advisory, and legal translation. Services are delivered on a per-engagement basis to clients across the EU/EEA and internationally, with particular focus on fintech companies, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals from CIS countries, India, and China.

Product overview

Sviridenko & Partners SIA is a Latvia-based law firm providing comprehensive legal advisory and licensing support for businesses operating in highly regulated industries. The firm operates as a single integrated legal services practice rather than a platform with distinct modules. Services span across Immigration (including EU Blue Card and Golden Visa programs), Fintech Licensing (EMI, PI, MiCA, MiFID frameworks), AML & Compliance Advisory, Corporate & Commercial Law/M&A, Tax Law, Intellectual Property, IT Law & GDPR, Real Estate Legal, Sports Law, Legal Document Translation, Litigation, and Banking Advisory. The firm assists companies at every stage from market entry and licensing to ongoing compliance, dispute resolution and international expansion, primarily targeting regulated industries and international markets.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Immigration Services Legal advisory on obtaining Latvian residence permits for citizens of CIS countries, India, China and other countries. Assistance with European residence permit programs including Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Spain, Italy, and Portugal, as well as citizenship and passport programs worldwide.
• Fintech Licensing Legal support for fintech companies seeking licensing under PSP, MiCA and MiFID frameworks, including EMI and payment institution licenses, crypto-asset service provider (CASP) licensing under MiCA, and other regulated fintech activities. End-to-end service from regulatory analysis and jurisdiction selection through to licensing, interaction with regulatory authorities, and post-licensing compliance.
• AML & Compliance Advisory Legal advisory on anti-money laundering and regulatory compliance matters for businesses operating in regulated and high-risk sectors. Services include building compliant internal frameworks, managing regulatory risks, and maintaining ongoing compliance with applicable legal requirements.
• Licensing (Medical and Excise) Comprehensive licensing support for medical institutions and excise-related activities, including preparation of licensing documentation, compliance advisory, and interaction with regulatory authorities for alcohol, tobacco, and food-related activities.
• Tax Law Tax structuring services to optimize client tax obligations, representation before tax authorities, and navigation of complexities in tax law to achieve favorable results.
• Intellectual Property Protection and enforcement of trademarks, copyrights and other intellectual property assets. Services include trademark registration, IP portfolio management, licensing agreements, infringement monitoring and dispute resolution across multiple jurisdictions.
• IT Law & GDPR Legal support for IT projects, SaaS solutions, software development, data protection and technology-related contracts. Services include drafting and reviewing IT agreements, SaaS and software licensing contracts, data protection and GDPR advisory, and legal support for digital platforms.
• Corporate & Commercial Law, M&A Company incorporations in Latvia, the European Union, and the European Economic Area. Specialization in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), liquidation procedures, shareholder matters, and investment structuring.
• Real Estate Legal Expert guidance and support throughout buying, selling, mortgaging, and renting of properties, ensuring legal compliance and protection of client interests.
• Sports Law Legal advisory for athletes, clubs and sports organizations on sports-related legal matters including drafting and reviewing sports contracts, representation in disputes, regulatory and disciplinary advisory, and support for sponsorship and transfers.
• Translation of Legal Documents Professional legal translation services in cooperation with trusted professional translators specializing in legal and regulatory documentation, ensuring compliance with legal context and jurisdiction-specific requirements.
• Litigation Representation in court proceedings and dispute resolution across commercial and civil disputes, regulatory litigation, and cases related to liquidation of Latvian banks and complex financial proceedings.
• Banking Advisory Legal support to banks and financial institutions on regulatory and operational matters, including advisory on banking transactions and compliance, drafting and reviewing banking documentation.
• Golden Visa Program Residence permit in the European Union through real estate investment. Comprehensive legal support for investors and their families from transaction structuring to application submission, with minimum investment of €250,000 in approved real estate.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• IckevicsminorOthersIckevics is a professional services firm listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website. The firm likely refers clients or collaborates on cross-service matters, though no formal co-development or integration arrangement is described.
• KBL solutionsminorOthersKBL solutions is listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website. The firm likely refers clients or collaborates on cross-service matters, though no formal co-development or integration arrangement is described.
• INDEMOminorOthersINDEMO is listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website, likely referring clients or collaborating on cross-service matters related to financial or fintech services.
• Coral FinanceminorOthersCoral Finance is listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website. The firm likely refers clients or collaborates on financial or fintech-related matters.
• aqrmminorOthersaqrm is listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website, likely referring clients or collaborating on professional services matters.
• Venture FacultyminorOthersVenture Faculty is listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website, likely referring clients or collaborating on startup, venture, or fintech-related matters.
• Concordia Sports AgencyminorOthersConcordia Sports Agency is listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website. The firm likely refers sports law clients or collaborates on sports-related legal matters, as Sviridenko & Partners offers sports law services.
• LPFAminorOthersLPFA is listed as a partner on Sviridenko & Partners' website, likely referring clients or collaborating on professional services matters.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cobalt: Baltic law firm with offices in Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia providing corporate/M&A, fintech, banking, and regulatory advisory. Direct competitor for mid-market and international fintech clients seeking licensing and corporate support in the Baltics.
• Sorainen: Leading Baltic law firm with offices in Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia offering fintech licensing, M&A, banking and finance, and immigration advisory. Most direct regional competitor with overlapping practice areas, particularly for cross-border EU fintech licensing and corporate work.
• TGS Baltic (formerly Ellex): Major Baltic law firm formed from the merger of Ellex and TGS, with full-service corporate, M&A, fintech, and regulatory practices in Latvia and the broader region. Direct competitor for enterprise fintech and corporate clients requiring multi-jurisdictional Baltic coverage.
• Henley & Partners: Global leader in investment migration and residence/citizenship-by-investment advisory, including Golden Visa programs across Europe. Direct competitor for the firm's HNW immigration and Golden Visa service line, with significantly larger scale and brand recognition.
• Bird & Bird: Global law firm widely recognized as a fintech and regulatory specialist with strong MiCA, payments, and digital finance practices across the EU. Comparable to Sviridenko's fintech licensing focus at a much larger international scale, particularly for cross-border mandates.
• TRINITI: Latvian law firm offering corporate, M&A, fintech, regulatory, and immigration services to local and international clients. Direct domestic peer competing for the same fintech licensing, corporate, and immigration mandates in Latvia.
• Eversheds Sutherland Bitāns: Latvia office of the global Eversheds Sutherland network, providing corporate, banking, finance, and regulatory legal services. International network-backed competitor offering comparable fintech and corporate advisory to international clients entering the Baltic and EU markets.
• Njord Law Firm: Baltic law firm with offices in Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia providing corporate, finance, and regulatory legal services. Comparable mid-size regional competitor for cross-border Baltic and EU corporate and fintech mandates.

Broad incumbents

• Andersen Latvia: Latvia member of the Andersen Global tax and legal network, providing corporate, tax, immigration, and regulatory services. Comparable in immigration and corporate offering but benefits from a global affiliation and broader international referral pipeline.
• KPMG Law Latvia: Legal practice within KPMG Latvia, offering corporate, regulatory, and compliance advisory as part of a Big 4 professional services platform. Overlaps with Sviridenko's fintech compliance and corporate work but serves clients through the broader KPMG audit and advisory relationship.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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