TGS Baltic, among whose clients are international software development companies, strengthened its team depth through its merger with PwC Legal in 2024, particularly with the addition of IP and IT (including cryptocurrencies) expert Priit Lätt. Lätt heads up the team alongside Silvia Urgas, who stands out for her ‘remarkable proactivity and ingenuity’. The team frequently advises on data protection and transactional and commercial IP matters, and is also proficient in IP and IT litigation.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Silvia Urgas and Gerda Grauberg are key individuals whose qualities have significantly contributed to our positive experience with TGS Baltic. Silvia Urgas stands out for her remarkable proactivity and ingenuity. She is always one step ahead, anticipating potential issues and offering well-thought-out solutions before problems arise. Her ability to communicate complex legal matters clearly has been invaluable, helping us make informed decisions with confidence.'

  • 'Gerda Grauberg impressed us with her dedication and attention to detail. She approaches every matter with a level of precision that gives us complete confidence in her handling of our legal affairs. Furthermore, her empathy ensures that she understands both the legal and business implications of our challenges, which allows her to provide well-rounded advice that aligns with our business objectives.'
  • 'They demonstrate exceptional collaboration, working seamlessly together to cover all aspects of our cases. Their reliability and consistent client-focused approach make them stand out from competitors, providing a level of trust and assurance that we deeply value.’
  • ‘TGS Baltic's IP, IT and telecoms practice consists of very professional lawyers who exceed expectations in their delivery. Any complex matter is well handled by this team.’

  • ‘Silvia Urgas is a very good example of an attorney who can solve legal matters and explain them.'

  • 'Silvia Urgas' insight into the music industry and copyright is very valuable.'

  • 'We really appreciate the opportunity to get intellectual property law advice within a short time period and the team's ability to "translate" the law for ordinary people.'

  • 'Professional approach, relevant and comprehensive advice.'

Key clients

  • Merck Sharp & Dohme OÜ
  • Circle K Eesti Aktsiaselts
  • Paul-Tech
  • Ready Player Me OÜ
  • IFCO Systems
  • Aktsiaselts Eesti Post (Omniva)
  • Eesti Autorite Ühing / Estonian Authors’ Society
  • Fujitsu Estonia AS
  • The City of Tartu and Tartu 2024 Foundation
  • Auto-Bon Baltic OÜ and AutoHalle Aktsiaselts (part of the Bassadone Group)
  • Inchcape Motors Estonia OÜ
  • CityBee and MyBee
  • OÜ Pleilist
  • ERGO Insurance SE
  • Better Medicine OÜ
  • Mooncascade OÜ
  • Eesti Tudengisatelliidi Sihtasutus / Estonian Student Satellite Foundation or ESTCube
  • Timbeco Woodhouse OÜ
  • Volta1 OÜ
  • Francorp Baltic

Work highlights

  • Advised Paul-Tech on IP and IT matters relating to attracting an investment of €1.4 million from leading Estonian venture capital investors.
  • Represented a client in lengthy proceedings before the Estonian Data Protection Inspectorate concerning its data-processing activity.
  • Acted as legal and tax partner for the Estonian e-Residency team.

Lawyers

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Practice head

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Silvia Urgas, Priit Lätt

Other key lawyers

Gerda Grauberg