Investment Funds in Lithuania – Establishment, Licensing, and Legal Services
LEAGUS provides legal services related to the establishment and development of investment funds in Lithuania, and also advises fund managers, investors, and other financial market participants on fund structure, licensing, investment documentation, and regulatory requirements. We help assess which investment fund and management structure is most suitable for a specific business model, prepare the documents required for establishment and licensing, and address legal and regulatory issues related to the fund’s operations. We advise on Lithuanian and European Union legal requirements, communication with supervisory authorities, investor protection, internal documentation, and ongoing compliance with fund operations. We work directly with clients and assign a responsible partner to each project.
Our Services
Establishment of Investment Funds and Preparation of Documents
We provide advice on the most suitable investment fund and its management structure, and prepare the documents necessary for its establishment and operation.
Licensing of Investment Funds
We help you assess the applicable licensing requirements, prepare the necessary documents, and provide guidance throughout the entire process.
Investment Documentation
We draft and review fund rules, prospectuses, investment agreements, and other legal documentation related to the fund’s operations.
Regulation of Investment Funds and EU Law
We provide advice on the requirements of Lithuanian and European Union law applicable to the establishment, management, and operations of investment funds.
Regulatory Compliance
We provide advice on the regulatory requirements applicable to the operations of investment funds, internal documentation, and ongoing legal compliance.
Representation before a regulatory authority
We represent clients in their dealings with the Bank of Lithuania and other supervisory authorities and provide advice on regulatory matters.
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Legal Relationships of Investors
We provide advice on investors' rights, obligations, and mutual relationships.
Types of Investment Funds
We provide advice on the establishment, structure, management, and regulatory requirements of various investment funds and collective investment entities. Taking into account the fund’s investment strategy, investor base, and business model, we help select the most appropriate structure.
Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS)
Harmonised collective investment undertaking - a collective investment undertaking regulated by European Union law, the sole purpose of which is to accumulate funds from individuals by distributing investment units or shares and to collectively invest them in transferable securities and/or other liquid assets by sharing the risk, and whose investment units or shares must be redeemed at any time upon demand by their holder.
Special Collective Investment Entities
Special Collective Investment Entity – a collective investment entity whose sole purpose is to pool funds from individuals through the distribution of investment units or shares and, by spreading the risk, to invest those funds collectively in the assets specified in Chapter VIII of this Act, in accordance with the investment strategy of that collective investment entity, and which is not a harmonized collective investment entity.
Collective Investment Entities for Informed Investors (IISKIS)
A collective investment entity intended for informed investors (hereinafter referred to as a “collective investment entity”) – A collective investment entity established in the Republic of Lithuania—an investment fund or an investment company—that meets the following conditions:
1) The sole purpose of establishing such a collective investment entity must be the collective investment of the assets pooled from informed investors in the assets specified in the founding documents and the prospectus, with the aim of managing investment risk and generating a return for the participants of the collective investment entity from this activity;
2) Investment units, shares, or an invitation to make a contribution to a general partnership or a limited partnership;
3) The founding documents must clearly state that the collective investment entity is subject to the requirements of this Act, and that its investment units, shares, or contributions to a general partnership or limited partnership, shall be offered only to accredited investors.
Managing Partner
Tadas Kuzminskas
Partner, Attorney
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you set up an investment fund in Lithuania?
The establishment of an investment fund depends on the chosen fund structure, investment strategy, investor base, and applicable regulatory requirements. We advise on the most appropriate fund structure, incorporation documents, business model, and other legal issues related to the establishment of the fund.
Do you provide assistance with the licensing process?
Yes. We provide advice on licensing requirements, prepare the necessary documents, and coordinate the process.
Do you provide consulting services regarding EU legal requirements for investment funds?
Yes. We provide advice on the requirements of European Union law governing the establishment, management, and operations of investment funds. We assist in assessing the regulatory requirements applicable to a specific fund and their practical application.
Do you assist with preparing the documents needed to establish a foundation?
Yes. We draft and review fund rules and prospectuses, risk management policies, and other legal documentation necessary for the fund’s operations.
How long does it take to set up an investment fund?
Investicinio fondo steigimo trukmė priklauso nuo pasirinktos fondo struktūros, veiklos modelio, steigimo ir licencijavimo reikalavimų bei dokumentacijos apimties. Įvertiname konkretų projektą, suplanuojame steigimo procesą ir padedame koordinuoti visus reikalingus teisinius bei reguliacinius veiksmus.
Do you assist with the establishment of an investment fund management company?
Yes. We provide consulting services on the establishment of management companies, assist in selecting the appropriate organizational structure, prepare the documents necessary for establishment and operations, and advise on applicable licensing and regulatory requirements. Learn more about corporate law →
Do you assist with the establishment of alternative investment funds (AIFs)?
Yes. We provide advice on the establishment, structure, and operations of alternative investment funds (AIFs), prepare the necessary legal documentation, and advise on applicable regulatory and licensing requirements.
Do you provide consulting services regarding the establishment and regulation of UCITS funds?
Yes. We provide advice on the establishment, structure, and operations of UCITS funds, prepare the necessary legal documentation, and offer guidance on European Union law and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Do you need legal assistance with setting up an investment fund or a management company?
Contact LEAGUS, and let's discuss issues related to the establishment, structure, licensing, documentation, or regulation of an investment fund.
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