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Preventing the spread of incorrect statements
We represented a state‑interest client in a cross‑border defamation matter of national importance. We sought the removal of false factual allegations from online articles published by Ukrainian and Czech media outlets. As a result of our work, the articles were amended, and the international spread of the incorrect statements was successfully curtailed. Our client team […]
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We stopped the unconstitutional increase in fine levels
We advised a client on a proposed amendment to the Forest Act that would have increased statutory fines by more than a hundredfold. We analysed the constitutionality of the draft legislation and submitted recommendations to bring it into line with the Constitution. As a result of our work, the unconstitutional increase in fine levels was […]
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A fast-track for strategic investments would help make the Estonian state more manageable and predictable
We prepared a legal analysis of the development of a fast-track for strategic investments at the request of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications. Estonia’s main challenge today is not a lack of regulation, but fragmented and time-consuming procedures. While the legislation is in place, implementation often takes years, reducing Estonia’s attractiveness as an […]
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Challenging unfair compensation at the European Court of Human Rights
We are representing Pärnu real estate developer Parem Kallas against the Estonian state during proceedings at the European Court of Human Rights. The complaint is for compensation for damages caused by expropriation for an unreasonable duration (more than 20 years). Unprecedented legal battle In this unprecedented dispute, the ECHR has, for the second time in […]
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A special audit identified deficiencies in the previous management of Eesti Energia AS
We conducted a special audit of Eesti Energia and its subsidiaries, commissioned by the Ministry of Finance. Four areas were analysed, and 37 observations were made. “We monitored the implementation of actions agreed upon in internal audits. To do this, we analysed documents, as well as explanations provided to us separately, and information obtained during […]