Cobalt benefits from its longstanding presence in Estonia, where it has established a solid reputation and is equipped to handle a broad range of issues, utilising a multidisciplinary approach. The group is highlighted for having ‘a wide choice of professionals covering the majority of legal subjects for companies’; Jaanus Mody, who heads the team, is one of these lawyers. The group continues to be extremely active in litigation of varying kinds, such as white-collar criminal law matters, as well as arbitration and alternative dispute resolution. At the associate level, managing associate Annika Peetsal is a key member of the team, especially when it comes to disputes related to restructuring and insolvency.
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Testimonials
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‘Cobalt is incredibly professional and helps to take a close look at the issues by giving detailed legal opinions. Cobalt also assists its clients by keeping them informed with the latest practices and impacts in law.’
‘Kadri Michelson is always professional, paying attention deeply to the problem. She always gives a detailed professional legal opinion taking into account the latest practice in case law.'
‘What is remarkable is that Cobalt has a large number of female partners. Their team also has a wide choice of professionals covering the majority of legal subjects for companies.’
‘It is notable that partners and associates in Cobalt act in a balanced manner. This has a very positive outcome.'
‘What makes Cobalt outstanding is covering a broad variety of fields, meaning the client can rest assured in having one partner for all legal needs. Having leaders in the team with loads of previous experience adds further comfort in knowing the quality of advice is always filled with practical experience rather than just theory.’
‘Rauno Ligi's excellent interpersonal skills makes it really easy to discuss even the most difficult topics and alternatives in a way that you feel supported. Dina Tanaga is methodological and strategic, yet exceptionally calm and open-minded. Kadri Michelson is a true professional with years of experience.’
Key clients
- Swedbank Estonia
- Ragn-Sells
- Interchemie
- Luminor Bank
- B2G Grupp (former Alexela Group)
- Electrolux Estonia
- Kirde Varad (former VIRU KEEMIA GRUPP)
- Olympic Entertainment Group
- Exeltis
- HKScan Estonia
- Bombay Studios (Yolo Group)
Work highlights
- Representing Swedbank in criminal proceedings related to alleged historical deficiencies in the bank's AML systems.
- Represented CoinLoan in bankruptcy proceedings and convinced the court to declare the bankruptcy of CoinLoan.
- Defending an individual in extradition proceedings from Estonia to the US and related matters.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Kadri Michelson
CobaltPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Jaanus Mody