Dispute Resolution
Europe Guide 2024 : Estonia
Band 1
Email address
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+372 665 1888About
Provided by COBALT
COBALT has an outstanding competence in all litigations that necessitate a good understanding of business. One of our strengths is the substantial knowledge of different fields of law in co-operation with our other practice groups. Our litigation team stands out in fields of all business-related disputes in Estonia, including competition, public procurement, energy, banking and finance, healthcare and patent litigations, etc. Having one of the largest litigation teams among Estonian law firms, we can assure our clients a strategic partner and specialisation in all specific business disputes. Additionally, we would highlight our strong competence in real estate, construction and planning and zoning related disputes. All this adds up in a unique combination of both industry-specific knowledge combined with strong courtroom practice.
Recent work highlights:
- COBALT successfully defended Swedbank in an alleged money laundering criminal case
- COBALT successfully represented and advised Via3L Spedition OÜ in court against firm’s former managers
- AS Baltika’s reorganization proceedings, advised by COBALT, came to a successful termination
Chambers Review
The market-leading dispute resolution practice group at COBALT boasts an outstanding track record in the Estonian market. The team frequently acts on behalf of prominent financial, retail and energy corporations in high-stakes litigation, as well as representing public bodies. The lawyers have a strong focus on shareholder and contractual disputes. In addition, the practice regularly handles administrative and regulatory matters, such as public procurement disputes. The lawyers' expertise extends to international arbitration. The team represents companies and private clients in white-collar crime investigations.
Work Highlights
- COBALT defended the Estonian branch of Swedbank in a money laundering criminal case.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It is a strong and thorough team that always sticks to the schedule."
"The team is fast in handling complex requests."
"The lawyers are responsive and offer different strategies to tackle the issue. They listen to clients and understand their needs and commercial reasons."
"COBALT is an institution of scale and there are experts for very different subjects."
"The team offers good depth and an ability to dig deep into respective problems."
"It is a strong and thorough team that always sticks to the schedule."
"The team is fast in handling complex requests."
"The lawyers are responsive and offer different strategies to tackle the issue. They listen to clients and understand their needs and commercial reasons."
"COBALT is an institution of scale and there are experts for very different subjects."
"The team offers good depth and an ability to dig deep into respective problems."
Notable Practitioners
Managing partner and head of department Jaanus Mody is a leading figure in the dispute resolution market. He is particularly well regarded for his ability to handle shareholder disputes.
"Jaanus is solution-oriented."
"He is an esteemed disputes lawyer in Estonia."
"Jaanus Mody is very respected."