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    Žygimantas Stankevičius

    Žygimantas Stankevičius

    Partner, Head of Finance Industry Group, Attorney at Law
    About

    Žygimantas Stankevičius is a Partner, Attorney at Law, and Head of the Finance Industry Group, bringing over 25 years of in-depth experience in banking and finance law.

    Renowned for his strategic insight and leadership, Žygimantas has a distinguished career that includes heading the legal department of one of Lithuania’s largest banks – Luminor (formerly DNB, Nordea). This experience gives him a deep understanding of both regulatory frameworks and practical business realities.

    Žygimantas’ expertise in banking and finance is recognised by leading international legal directories such as Chambers Europe (Band 3) and IFLR1000 (Highly Regarded).

    He leads complex legal projects involving corporate lending and financing transactions across a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, energy, and real estate. He advises borrowers as well as local and international financial institutions, offering practical, forward-thinking solutions in high-value transactions.

    In addition to private sector work, Žygimantas is a trusted advisor to government entities. He regularly assists investors in obtaining payment and crypto-asset service licences from the Bank of Lithuania, advises on regulatory approvals for changes of control in regulated market participants, and ensures compliance with evolving financial regulations.

    He is deeply involved in the Lithuanian FinTech ecosystem, continuously supporting both established and emerging market players. His clients include Revolut, Luminor AS Lithuanian Branch, AB Šiaulių Bankas, Urbo Bankas, Mano Bankas, European Merchant Bank, AB SEB Bankas, Citadele Banka AS Lithuanian Branch, the Association of Lithuanian Banks, and numerous fintech and crypto-assets companies.

    Žygimantas is known for his technical excellence, commercial awareness, and results-oriented approach.

    Practice areas
    Industries
    International desks

    Testimonial

    "Žygimantas Stankevičius understands the business needs of financial institutions, delves into problems and offers the best solutions."
    Banking & Finance / Chambers & Partners
    "Žygimantas Stankevičius is a great lawyer who is experienced and capable of delivering quality work."
    Banking & Finance / Chambers & Partners

    CV

    Professional career
    Since 2019

    Partner, Head of Finance industry group, law firm TEGOS (formerly TGS Baltic)

    2017 – 2019

    Manager, Lithuania Country Legal Department, bank Luminor

    2011 - 2017

    Manager of Legal Department, AB DNB bank

    2006 – 2011

    Head of Legal, AB DNB Nord bank

    2002 – 2006

    Head of Legal, AB NORD/LB bank

    1999 – 2004

    Manager, Legal Unit, LŽUB bank

    1999 – 2004

    Associate, LŽUB bank

    1996 – 1997

    Associate, Baltic garant (insurance company)

    Education
    1993 – 1998

    Vilnius University, Master of Law

    1992 – 1996

    Vilnius University, Bachelor of History

    Memberships

    Lithuanian Bar Association

    Alumni of the Faculty of Law of Vilnius University

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