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Krists Kariņš

Associate / Latvia

About

Krists is a part of the firm’s Banking & Finance practice group, specializing in anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions compliance matters. He also assists Fintech clients with licensing. As an ACAMS Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), he provides significant support regarding all aspects of relevant AML and sanctions laws, regulations, and international standards.

His previous experience includes working with financial institutions within the alternative finance and investment sector.

Practice

CV

Languages

  • Latvian, English

Memberships & education

  • ACAMS (largest international membership organization for Anti-Financial Crime professionals) certified anti-money laundering specialist (since 2021)
  • Master of Business Administration – MBA, Riga Business School (since 2025)
  • Bachelor of Social Science in Law, Riga Graduate School of Law (2021)