We represent the Estonian Environmental Board in an administrative case brought by the MTÜ Eesti Suurkiskjad (NGO Estonian Large Carnivores), which challenged the decision to set the brown bear hunting quota for the 2025/2026 season.
The court annulled the previous interim ban and dismissed the request for preliminary legal protection, finding that the bear population is in good condition, hunting is specifically targeted at problematic individuals, and the decision does not result in irreversible consequences.
The EU Habitats Directive allows for exceptions, provided the species maintains a favourable conservation status. Although the court ruling is not yet in force, bear hunting is currently not prohibited.
Our Services and Client Team
Our partner Allar Jõks and counsel Britta Retel represent the Estonian Environmental Board in the case. The team also includes senior associate Elina Lumiste and associate Liisa Kähr.
