September 15, 2025
The Rights of the Accused in the European Union: What Do International Standards Guarantee?
The European Union establishes clear procedural guarantees for every accused person: the right to know what you are being accused of, the right to have a lawyer, to remain silent, to use translation services, and to be active in the process. This article reviews the main rights of the accused as established in EU directives, the challenges of their implementation, and practical issues. Although the legal framework appears solid, in reality, there are often situations where these rights remain merely 'on paper'. Find out what rights belong to you or your loved one in the European Union and what mechanisms can help protect them.
September 4, 2025
Contract Formation Errors and How to Protect Against Legal Risks
Contracts are not just a formality or a written agreement between parties. They are one of the most important foundations of civil legal relationships, ensuring the protection of both natural and legal persons' interests. The Civil Code of the Republic of Lithuania stipulates that contracts can be concluded in various forms – orally, in writing, or through tacit actions, i.e., actions that clearly demonstrate the parties' intention to enter into a contract. However, practice shows that the most common mistakes leading to long and costly disputes are the failure to comply with formal requirements and insufficient attention to the content of the contract.
September 1, 2025
Changes in Migration Law 2025–2026: What Employers Need to Know
Migration policy in Lithuania becomes one of the most important concerns for employers over the next two years. The legislator aims to balance labor market needs and public interest, thus introducing new requirements for quotas, salary thresholds, and procedures. These changes will directly affect workforce planning, foreign employee recruitment strategies, and employer compliance obligations.
August 29, 2025
VAT Law Amendments 2025–2026: What Changes Await Businesses and Residents?
The VAT law amendments for 2025–2026 simplify administration, introduce benefits for social and humanitarian services, and ensure a clearer and more stable tax system.
August 26, 2025
Drug Trafficking and Smuggling
Drug trafficking and smuggling: what is the difference? The article discusses the articles of the Criminal Code, international drug routes, and international law.
August 25, 2025
Amendments to the Labor Code 2025: Key Points
As of January 1, 2025, significant amendments to the Labor Code of the Republic of Lithuania have come into effect. Lawmakers aimed to more clearly regulate labor relations, strengthen employee protection, ensure transparency, and promote a respectful work environment. Below are the key changes that will affect both employees and employers.
August 22, 2025
Regulation of Remote Work in Lithuania: What You Need to Know in 2025?
Find out how the legal regulation of remote work in Lithuania changes in 2025. We explain what the Labor Code stipulates, what the employer's obligations are, and what mistakes to avoid.
August 18, 2025
Why it is worth consulting a lawyer before taking any action?
In modern society, the law touches almost every area of our lives – from starting a business to personal relationships or inheritance of property. Therefore, consulting a lawyer before making important decisions becomes a necessity rather than a luxury.
August 15, 2025
Collection of Evidence in Criminal Proceedings
When a crime occurs – it can be theft, a violent act, or financial fraud – there are always traces left behind. Some of them are obvious, while others are almost imperceptible. Finding, documenting, and turning these traces into procedural evidence is one of the most important parts of the criminal process.
August 12, 2025
Changes in Pension Accumulation from 2026: Insights and Practical Advice from Lawyers
From January 1, 2026, significant changes to the second pension accumulation level will come into effect in Lithuania, affecting both residents and employers. These changes are part of a broader pension system reform aimed at providing more flexibility, independence, and tax benefits.
July 23, 2025
Legal Systems of Turkey and Lithuania: Differences Through the Prism of Practice
The legal systems of Turkey and Lithuania are based on the continental law tradition, but their differences are evident in institutional structure, ensuring the independence of the judiciary, conducting criminal proceedings, and the approach to the publicity of court processes. In Lithuania, courts operate as an independent branch of government with a clearly regulated mechanism for disciplinary accountability, while in Turkey, the judiciary often faces the influence of the executive branch. This comparison is supplemented by the experience of the JURICA law firm team – attorney Goda Avižienė and attorney Algirdas Tomas Parulis – gained from participating in international cases in Turkey.
July 23, 2025
The new home and face of the JURICA law firm – an ambition that transcends borders
The JURICA law firm is starting a new phase of operations – we have settled in new premises in Vilnius and are presenting an updated website www.jurica.lt. This is not just a physical or digital renewal, but also an expression of our approach to legal assistance – modern, open, international, and human-centered.
May 31, 2025
Market Sharing Agreements: Risks to Business and Liability for Managers
Market sharing agreements - what they are, why they are prohibited, what penalties apply to companies and managers. Learn about case law and risks to business.