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    Ieva Povilaitienė, PhD

    Ieva Povilaitienė, PhD

    Partner, Head of Employment Specialisation Group, Attorney at Law
    About

    Dr Ieva Povilaitienė is a Partner, Attorney at Law, and Head of the Employment Specialisation Group. She is a leading expert in employment law and one of the most respected practitioners in the Lithuanian legal market.

    With over 20 years of experience, she is widely recognised for her deep expertise in labour law, dispute resolution, and strategic employment guidance for both local and international businesses.

    The most influential international legal directories – The Legal 500 and Chambers Europe – constantly recognise Ieva as one of the leading experts in Employment law.

    Ieva is frequently consulted by major companies operating in the finance, IT, media, life sciences, and retail sectors.

    Her strategic insight, combined with in-depth regulatory knowledge and litigation experience, makes her a go-to expert for businesses facing complex employment or migration issues, including the hiring of foreign employees.

    Known for her precision, academic depth, and practical approach, Ieva is a trusted partner for businesses navigating the dynamic and highly regulated employment landscape.

    Ieva is not only a highly trusted legal advisor but also a legal scholar, lecturing at the Faculty of Law at Vilnius University and actively contributing to the development of Lithuanian labour legislation. As a co-author of Lithuania’s Social Model, which includes the current Labour Code, she played a key role in shaping the country’s modern employment framework.

    Practice areas
    Industries
    International desks

    Testimonial

    ‘Ieva Povilaitienė is an expert in Lithuanian and EU employment law, delivering pragmatic advice that balances legal risk with business needs.'
    Employment / Legal500
    "Ieva Povilaitienė provides exceptional service. She is always available, supportive and willing to go the extra mile. Her practical, business-focused guidance truly sets her apart."
    Employment / Chambers & Partners
    "Her exceptional skill in navigating complex employment issues, combined with her insightful strategies and dedication to addressing our specific needs, has greatly impacted our operations."
    Employment / Chambers & Partners

    CV

    Professional career
    Since 2020

    Partner, law firm TEGOS

    2017 – 2020

    Associate Partner, law firm TGS Baltic

    2014 – 2017

    Associate, law firm Tark Grunte Sutkiene

    2013 – 2014

    Advocate, professional law partnership Baltic Legal Solutions Lietuva

    2006 – 2013

    Associate advocate, professional law partnership Baltic Legal Solutions Lietuva

    Since 2002

    Lecturer, Department of Labour Law, Faculty of Law, Vilnius University

    2000 – 2006

    Senior specialist, Private Law Department, Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Lithuania

    2000

    Specialist, VĮ Valstybės turto fondas (State Property Fund)

    Education
    2012

    Vilnius University (PhD, Social Sciences)

    2000

    Vilnius University, Faculty of Law, lawyer’s professional qualification equivalent to a Master of Law

    Memberships

    Labour dispute arbitrator of the Republic of Lithuania

    Lithuanian Bar Association

    Working Group of Labour Market Regulation (Sunrise Commission)

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