Skudra & Udris is a unique Latvian law firm that prides itself on its' exceptional law professionals with international education, depth and experience providing the highest standards of professional performance and client service. Skudra & Udris was formed by core legal professionals of CB&M Law Offices (Riga, Latvia) preserving the reputation, skills and experience of one of the oldest commercial law practices in Latvia. CB&M Law Offices were established in 1992, shortly after the restoration of Latvian independence upon collapse of the Soviet system, by local Latvian attorneys in association with the American law firm Carroll, Burdick & McDonough (San Francisco). The Skudra & Udris team understands international multi-dimensional business concerns and have supported and counseled an impressive client base that includes large multinational and Latvian corporations, among then banks, investment funds and manufacturers, medium size companies, start-up businesses as well as private individuals. We have been instrumental in providing a legal gateway for considerable foreign investment in the most relevant sectors of the Latvian national economy, among those telecommunications, public services infrastructure, the manufacturing industry, real estate and financial services. Our lawyers advise various national and international governmental bodies and institutions and participate in the drafting of new laws thus assisting in building a new legal environment in Latvia. Our lawyers deliver professional guidance to our clients from the start-up of their business, through its implementation and subsequent operations. We handle sophisticated and highly challenging assignments while also providing useful assistance on routine everyday issues among those: incorporation of the business, work permits for foreign nationals, taxation and banking environment advice as well as local law issues. We are dedicated to serve each client professionally and with a high degree of responsibility and attention to detail.