Cobalt's 'impressive' disputes practice 'stands out as a leader in the field and delivers outstanding results'. Under the leadership of insolvency litigation expert Jaanus Mody, the team has an excellent track record in advising on white-collar criminal cases, as well as handling a wide spectrum of cross-border disputes in the banking, energy and competition spheres, to name a few. Alternative dispute resolution is also prominent in the group's workload. Lembit Tedder 'combines commercial and legal knowledge with drive and determination', and Kadri Michelson is very experienced in advising on media and administrative disputes.
Dispute resolution in Estonia
Cobalt
Praxisleiter:
Jaanus Mody
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Annika Peetsalu; Rauno Ligi; Lembit Tedder; Kaidi Reiljan-Sihvart; Kadri Michelson
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‚They know the field well.‘
‚Annika Peetsalu is an exceptional leader. She brings invaluable strategic insight to complex legal issues, enabling her to deliver consistently strong results. Her ability to navigate challenges with clarity and focus makes her a trusted adviser.‘
‚Kaidi Reiljan-Sihvart is a highly experienced professional with a deep focus on shareholder disputes and public procurement cases. Her extensive experience allows her to deliver high-level legal advice swiftly and effectively, even under the tightest deadlines. Kaidi’s resilience and capability are unmatched, as she consistently rises to the occasion in high-pressure situations. She is solution-oriented, with a keen ability to provide practical and results-driven advice that meets clients‘ needs. Her dedication and quick reaction to challenges make her an invaluable asset to the team.‘
Kernmandanten
Swedbank
Interchemie Werken De Adelaar Estonia
Exeltis Baltics
Live 88 Studios
Civitta Eesti
Electrolux Eesti and Electrolux Appliances
Terminal
Olympic Entertainment Group
Alexela
Elektrum Eesti
Eesti Energia
LHV Pank
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for Terminal in ongoing litigation concerning its rights in the liquid fuels market.
Ellex Raidla
Ellex Raidla's 'knowledgeable, responsive, and strategic' team is highly regarded for its expertise in international arbitration, a key area of strength for the 'creative, talented, and result-oriented' Toomas Vaher. Investment arbitration work is prominent in Anton Sigal's workload, and Maria Teder is highly experienced in handling commercial arbitration matters, as well as cross-border litigation. The group is equally strong in representing prominent domestic and international companies from a wide range of sectors in contentious matters, including the Government of the Republic of Estonia. Liis Könn focuses on financial services disputes, and Arne Ots' 'ability to distil legal nuance into actionable advice is exceptional'; the duo co-head the practice.
Praxisleiter:
Arne Ots; Liis Könn
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Maria Teder; Marika Kütt; Grete-Kai Teeäär; Toomas Vaher; Anton Sigal
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‘Ellex Raidla stands out for its deep legal expertise, long-standing reputation, and collaborative team culture. What I find most valuable is their wide range of experts across different fields—whatever the issue, there’s always someone with the right experience to help. The team is highly responsive, and their cross-border capabilities through the Ellex network make them a strong partner for international work.’
‘What stands out most about the individuals at Ellex Raidla is their combination of deep legal expertise and a calm, solution-oriented mindset. I’ve especially appreciated working with Arne Ots, who brings clarity and strategic focus even in complex disputes. His ability to distil legal nuance into actionable advice is exceptional.’
‘Grete-Kai is very involved in every aspect of the case.‘
Kernmandanten
Government of the Republic of Estonia
Elering AS
Brave Capital Ltd.
Lords LB investment fund
LHV Pank AS
Taali Grupp OÜ
Telia Eesti AS
Bigbank AS
Danske Bank A/S
SEB Pank AS
Sorainen
Sorainen stands out for its breadth of arbitration expertise. The team 'combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking and practical execution' and has an excellent reputation for appearing in high-profile investment arbitration cases, especially Maria Pihlak, who clients praise as 'a true international arbitration practitioner in Estonia'. Contentious matters are also prominent in the group's workload; Kadri Härginen routinely acts on public procurement disputes, Triin Toom handles corporate and financial litigation, and Carri Ginter and Mari Agarmaa-Jentson assist with bankruptcy disputes. Cross-border energy disputes are another key area of instruction for the team. Pihlak, Härginen, and Ginter co-head the practice with Allar Jõks and Norman Aas.
Praxisleiter:
Carri Ginter; Allar Jõks; Norman Aas; Maria Pihlak; Kadri Härginen
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Marcus Niin; Mari Agarmaa-Jentson; Triin Toom
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‚The thoroughness and depth stands out.‘
‚The firm has a deep bench of highly skilled litigators, giving them a clear edge in contentious matters and enabling them to represent clients at the highest level of dispute resolution. In addition, the team’s size ensures that they have the capacity to manage large-scale cases and urgent matters without compromising quality. Their approach is characterised by flexibility and innovation, including close collaboration with external specialists where needed, as well as an efficient and client-oriented way of working.‘
‚Kadri Härginen is exceptionally hands-on. She has an outstanding ability to distinguish the critical issues from the less important ones, which ensures a clear and focused litigation strategy. Her practical approach and strong courtroom presence make her stand out. Marcus Niin is a highly skilled litigation strategist with a remarkable talent for developing winning case strategies. His deep understanding of courtroom dynamics adds significant value in complex disputes.
Kernmandanten
M.V. Wool
Elering
Enefit Industry
Gasgrid Finland Oy
Marabu Airlines OÜ
Projekt Kuubis OÜ
Mustamäe Spa
Law Firm Küllike Namm
Riigi Kinnisvara Aktsiaselts
Saaremaa Laevakompanii
Hepsor P113 OÜ
Eesti Energia
Windoor AS
Riedella OÜ
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Riedella OÜ in a landmark dispute involving the recovery of misappropriated cryptocurrency.
Eversheds Sutherland Ots & Co
Eversheds Sutherland Ots & Co, which is noted for its seamless work with its broader international network, is highly experienced in advising on a wide spectrum of commercial disputes. In addition, the group is routinely instructed in public procurement disputes, infrastructure-related litigation, international commercial arbitration cases and criminal proceedings. Raiko Lipstok and Toomas Pikamäe are the duo at the helm of the practice; other key practitioners include Kaspar Kaljurand, Kaarel Berg and Birgit Sisask. Jüri-Karl Leppik left the firm in June 2025 after being appointed as a county court judge.
Praxisleiter:
Raiko Lipstok; Toomas Pikamäe
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kaspar Kaljurand; Kaarel Berg; Birgit Sisask
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‘The team is professional. They are precise in their work.‘
‚Raiko Lipstok demonstrates very strong strategic planning.‘
‘Toomas Pikamäe and Kaspar Kaljurand are always available when we need advice and have always been helpful.’
Kernmandanten
Estonian Transport Administration
AS Merko Ehitus Eesti
AS Epler & Lorenz
Eesti Keskkonnateenused AS
MTÜ Eesti Jäätmehoolduskeskus
Toila municipality
Niko Technologies OÜ
AS Tallinna Vesi
Skinest Arendus OÜ
EKT Teed OÜ
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising the Estonian Road Administration on a public procurement dispute relating to a €37 million road construction project.
LEADELL Pilv
LEADELL Pilv's 'skilled' team is very experienced in working closely with pan-Baltic law firms to support clients on cross-border litigation. The group's workload includes advising on administrative disputes, civil procedures and white-collar criminal cases, however it is equally strong in assisting with alternative dispute resolution matters. Aivar Pilv co-heads the practice with arbitration expert Pirkka-Marja Põldvere. Marko Pilv is highly regarded for his dispute resolution expertise.
Praxisleiter:
Aivar Pilv; Pirkka-Marja Põldvere
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Marko Pilv
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‘The practice is recognized for being highly reliable, ensuring that clients can depend on consistent quality and discretion in every matter. The team is extremely competent, with deep legal expertise and the ability to handle both complex and time-sensitive cases effectively.‘
‚Clients value the firm’s professional conduct, clear communication, and rigorous attention to detail, which helps build confidence throughout the process. Equally as important, the lawyers are known for their punctuality and precision, respecting deadlines and delivering timely results without compromising on quality.‘
‚This combination of reliability, expertise, professionalism, and timeliness distinguishes the practice and positions it as a dependable partner.’
Kernmandanten
Eesti Keskerakond MTÜ
Linford Transport OÜ
Mehis Viru
Vidlin Invest OÜ
Estkompexim Toitlustus OÜ
Otepää Rural Municipality Government
Seve Ehitus AS
UAB SME Capital 3
LVM Kinnisvara OÜ
Marina Minerals OÜ
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Marina Minerals OÜ in several disputes with various local governments over environmental permits.
Magnusson
Spearheaded by Kaidar Sultson, the team at Magnusson is well-known for its expertise in bankruptcy proceedings and asset recovery matters. The group is equally strong in assisting with cross-border disputes, leveraging the expertise of the firm's wider international network to provide support to clients. Marek Keiman acts on civil proceedings, insolvency disputes and litigation in the transport sector. Stig Hendrikson is an integral member of the team in this area.
Praxisleiter:
Kaidar Sultson
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Marek Keiman; Stig Hendrikson
Referenzen
‘In terms of cross-border litigation, they are definitely one of the strongest in the market.‘
‘Marek Keiman is a star among the new generation of litigation lawyers.‘
Kernmandanten
Albrecht & Dill Trading
Creditors of CoinLoan
Ferroline Grupp
Bankruptcy trustee Mr. Andres Hermet
Pekkaniska
Bankruptcy trustee Mr. Andres Tootsman
Tallinn Film Wonderland
TN Invest
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented Pekkaniska in a dispute against Eesti Elekter over unpaid service fees.
- Representing a group of creditors of the Estonian crypto lending platform CoinLoan in ongoing proceedings concerning claims brought against the platform and representing the creditors’ interests in insolvency proceedings.
NOVE
At NOVE, the team is well-known for assisting with a broad range of disputes in the public and private sector, as well as advising on civil proceedings. Public procurement disputes form the backbone of Mart Parind's practice, and Arsi Pavelts stands out for his experience in advising on judicial and extrajudicial proceedings. Pavelts co-heads the practice with civil and administrative litigation expert Veikko Puolakainen.
Praxisleiter:
Veikko Puolakainen; Arsi Pavelts
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mart Parind
Referenzen
‘Excellent knowledge and extensive practical experience in the field. Thorough insight into the subject and excellent explanation of the chosen solution. Quick and smooth communication.‘
‘NOVE and its attorneys possess outstanding expertise and experience in dispute resolution. Communication and collaboration with NOVE are seamless and timely.‘
‘Mart Parind is punctual, highly skilled in legal writing, and exceptionally knowledgeable in this field, making him one of the top attorneys in this area of expertise.’
Kernmandanten
Estonian Internet Foundation
Government of the Republic of Estonia
The Estonian Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs
Filter Solutions OÜ
Katrina Lehis
MDSC Systems OÜ / AS Maru Metall
Political party “Parempoolsed”
Estonian Ministry of Climate
Handball Club “HC Tallinn”
Basketball Club “Keila”
Estonian Ministry of Regional Affairs and Agriculture
Consortium of joint bidders: Leonhard Weiss OÜ, Leonhard Weiss GmbH & Co., INF INFRA OÜ, Ramboll Danmark A/S, Skepast&Puhkim OÜ
Nortal AS
TEGOS (Formerly TGS Baltic)
The team at TEGOS (Formerly TGS Baltic) is very experienced in handling a wide range of contentious matters. Chirag Mody brings expertise in civil disputes, while Paul Varul is very highly regarded for his strength in advising on complex cross-border insolvency cases, as well as high-profile arbitration work. Martti Peetsalu garners praise for his 'strategic thinking and strong analytical skills'; he co-heads the practice with Mody and Varul. Other key practitioners to note include Indrek Leppik, who focuses on commercial and administrative law disputes, and Kedli Anvelt, who acts on insolvency litigation.
Praxisleiter:
Paul Varul; Martti Peetsalu; Chirag Mody
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Peeter Viirsalu; Dmitri Teplõhh; Indrek Leppik; Kedli Anvelt; Carel Kivimaa
Referenzen
‘TEGOS is a top tier law firm in Estonia. ’
‘Paul Varul and Peeter Viirsalu are true specialists in bankruptcy law.’
‘The team is reliable and professional, with solid experience. Clients can appreciate their pragmatic approach and ability to provide clear, workable advice.‘
Kernmandanten
Red-Tail Aviation Ltd
Swedbank
Operail
Auto-Bon Baltic
Inchcape JLR Finland Oy
AdCash
Estonian Center for Integrity in Sports (ESTCIS)
Estonian Centre for Defence Investment
Rimi Eesti Food AS (Rimi)
Estonian Public Broadcasting
CoopPank AS
Jetoil AS
EstateGuru AS
MDC Daetwyler AS
Citybee Eesti OÜ
Inclusion OÜ
Port of Tallinn
Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech)
NAC Aviation 2 A/S and NAC Aviation 3 A/S
Estonian Transport Administration
Highlight-Mandate
- Acted for TalTech in a precedent-setting dispute with a monopoly water company.
Triniti
At Triniti, the 'very professional' team provides 'consistently high-quality advice with a practical and commercial approach'. Led by corporate litigation expert Erki Vabamets, the group is well-versed in advising on a broad range of contentious matters; Maarja Pild-Freiberg focuses on disputes in the media sector, while Sandor Elias brings experience in handling public sector litigation. Tanel Kalaus is very highly regarded for assisting with complex administrative, civil and criminal proceedings, and Klen Laus is well known for his expertise in insolvency litigation.
Praxisleiter:
Erki Vabamets
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Maarja Pild-Freiberg; Sandor Elias; Tanel Kalaus; Klen Laus
Referenzen
‚The team is able to look past the noise and identify the essence of the issues.‘
‚Maarja Pild-Freiberg is always professional, solution-oriented, and quick.‘
‚Top-tier lawyers.‘
Kernmandanten
Postimees Grupp AS
Äripäev AS
Estonian Performers Association (EEL)
Eesti Ettevõtluskõrgkool Mainor
JC Decaux Eesti OÜ
Ministry of Justice and Digitalisation of Estonia
Tallinna Vesi AS
Tallinna Sadam AS
OÜ Transpordi Varahaldus
Eesti Energia AS
AS Mainor Ülemiste
Estateguru tagatisagent OÜ
Highlight-Mandate
- Acted for Postimees Grupp in a landmark dispute concerning the right to publish warnings, facts and value judgements about a businessman who is associated with deceiving investors and wasting investors‘ money.
- Acting for water company Tallinna Vesi AS in ongoing proceedings arising from high-profile damages claims brought by the customers of the client on the basis of allegedly unfairly high prices for water and wastewater services.
WALLESS
Real estate litigation forms a key pillar of WALLESS‘ practice due to the expertise of department head Piret Kergandberg, who also leads the firm’s real estate team. Andreas Veeret is equally strong in handling disputes in the sector, however the group is also very experienced in advising on bankruptcy proceedings and public sector disputes. Erki Kergandberg is highly regarded for his experience in defending clients in cross-border criminal cases, while Elmer Muna acts in civil litigation. Evelin Lisett Ratnik focuses on contentious investment, fintech and corporate matters.
Praxisleiter:
Piret Kergandberg
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Angela Kase; Elmer Muna; Margo Lemetti; Edgar-Kaj Velbri; Kadri Lember; Erki Kergandberg; Andreas Veeret; Evelin Lisett Ratnik
Referenzen
‘Our company has received excellent service and legal advice from Angela Kase and Piret Kergandberg.’
‘WALLESS’ dispute resolution practice is known for its strong combination of legal expertise and practical business thinking. The lawyers are efficient, focused, and deliver solutions that are both legally sound and commercially useful. They are particularly experienced in complex commercial disputes, shareholder conflicts and regulatory cases.‘
‘Piret Kergandberg stands out as a highly skilled litigator with exceptional attention to detail and strategic thinking. She combines deep knowledge of procedural law with the ability to simplify complex disputes, making her guidance clear and practical for clients. Piret is calm under pressure and has an outstanding ability to anticipate the opposing side’s moves, which often gives her clients a decisive advantage. She is solution-oriented and pragmatic, always focused on achieving the best outcome rather than engaging in unnecessary procedural battles. Clients particularly value her responsiveness, her ability to build trust quickly, and her dedication to protecting their long-term interests. Piret’s professionalism, combined with her approachable and supportive manner, makes her not only a strong advocate in court but also a trusted advisor in sensitive and high-stakes matters.’
Kernmandanten
Milstrand
Priit Humal
Kentex Arendus
N. R. Energy
Control Process
Kelly Sildaru
Hillar Teder
Tartu University
Koenig & Bauer AG
Salva Kindlustus AS
Allecto AS
NJORD Law Firm
Notable for acting in public procurement disputes, employment litigation and insurance litigation, the team at NJORD Law Firm is equally well-versed in advising on contentious environmental law matters. Practice head Triinu Hiob is a highly regarded international arbitration expert, and Katrin Sarap is a key contact for employment law disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Triinu Hiob
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Grete Savila; Ann Tarkin; Marko Mehilane; Katrin Sarap
Referenzen
‘The team is professional and very responsive.’
‘The team combines legal expertise with clear communication and real care for the client.‘
‘The team has always been there to answer my questions, and knowing I was in good hands brought real peace of mind. What sets them apart is their professionalism, clarity, empathy, and calm confidence. Their support and responsiveness made a big difference throughout the process.’
Kernmandanten
RadiusTech OÜ
TRIASAS UAB
ILSANTA UAB
MAXIMA Eesti OÜ
Skuba Eesti OÜ
ERGO Insurance
ATEA AS
Verston Eesti OÜ
Atomic Protocol Systems
RASK Attorneys-at-Law
RASK Attorneys-at-Law has a solid track record in handling administrative, bankruptcy and intellectual property disputes. Under the collective leadership of Ramon Rask, Tarmo Peterson and Villy Lopman, who brings 'deep understanding of tax law', the group has seen an uptick in instructions from the energy sector. Other key practitioners to note include Andrei Svištš, who fields expertise in construction litigation, insolvency disputes and high-profile criminal proceedings.
Praxisleiter:
Tarmo Peterson; Ramon Rask; Villy Lopman
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Viviana Vilter; Marina Lapidus; Elvi Tuisk; Andrei Svištš
Referenzen
‘The team not only meets expectations, but exceeds them. They have a great knowledge of the field.’
‘The practice has great talent in dispute resolution.’
‘Great work ethic.‘
Kernmandanten
INCLUSION OÜ
MAVE Varahalduse OÜ
Renum Invest OÜ
Nordlin Ehitus OÜ
Nordecon AS
Hepta Group Airborne OÜ, OÜ Flaperon
Integratsiooni Sihtasutus
Sokkel Karjäärid OÜ
WIDEN
The team at WIDEN has a strong track record in representing a broad client base, including state-owned companies, in complex insurance, insolvency and money laundering disputes, which are particularly prominent in practice head Magnus Braun's workload. Oliver Nääs is a highly regarded practitioner in white-collar criminal law, and Ave-Ly Käsi is very experienced in handling civil and bankruptcy litigation.
Praxisleiter:
Magnus Braun
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Oliver Nääs; Kristi Rande; Ave-Ly Käsi
Referenzen
‘The openness of their people stands out.’
‚Oliver Nääs is one of the top criminal lawyers in Estonia.‘
‘The partners, while expert in their own domain, also possess a very strong understanding of the broader legal framework.‘
Kernmandanten
Hrafnshóll ehf.
AS Olerex
Kersti Kracht
Paragon Sleep
Eveli Vavrenjuk
Tiiu Järviste
Hubert Hirv
Kalle Laanet
Lennart Viikmaa
Aivar Riis
Baltic Tours
Paul Tammert
Cuesta Law Office
At Cuesta Law Office, the team continues to handle a high volume of disputes for clients in the financial services, medical and pharmaceutical sectors. Britta Oltjer heads up the practice; other key practitioners include Valeria Arsjuta, who focuses on banking and finance disputes, and Lada Riisna, who brings experience in financial law litigation.
Praxisleiter:
Britta Oltjer
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lada Riisna; Valeria Arsjuta; Gretta Oltjer-Timberg
Referenzen
‘Lada Riisna is a great attorney. Very direct.’
‘Cuesta Law Office is reliable and accommodating.’
‘Gretta Oltjer-Timberg is very professional and has wide knowledge of the disputes field.’
Kernmandanten
Aktsiaselts Olerex
Tuule Liinid OÜ
Aktsiaselts Luksusjaht
Chemi-Pharm AS
Domify OÜ
Palmer Grupp OÜ
Dreibau OÜ
Osaühing JÕHVI KEK
Arens Ehitustööd OÜ
Ott Sutt
Reio Riisna
HansaLaw OÜ
Boutique firm HansaLaw OÜ fields a team with experience in administrative, civil, environmental and criminal procedures. The practice is jointly led by the sextet of Vahur Kivistik, Andres Past, Jüri Leppik, Tõnu Tuulas, Gerly Kask and Paavo Paal. Kask brings expertise in handling tax disputes, and Kivistik is a name to note in the group for criminal cases.
Praxisleiter:
Vahur Kivistik; Gerly Kask; Andres Past; Jüri Leppik; Tõnu Tuulas; Paavo Paal
Kernmandanten
Wooluvabrik OÜ
Center Services OÜ
Martin Paide
Medita Baltics AS
Aare Kurg & Co
Kalatalu Härjanurmes OÜ
Rõngu Pagar OÜ
Toila Rand OÜ & other Coastal fishermen of Ida-Viru County
SPS Grupp OÜ
FCI Levadia MTÜ