Elena Hanna Septer

Assistant Lawyer

Services

Country

Estonia

About me

I am an assistant lawyer in the Commercial & Regulatory team, supporting colleagues in advising clients on a variety of regulatory matters.

According to Art. 40 (3) of the Bar Association Act, lawyers do not provide legal services. Lawyers are assisting the attorneys.

Professional highlights

Continuous growth. I believe that a good lawyer should never consider their knowledge complete – the legal landscape is constantly evolving, and clients expect solutions that are accurate, up-to-date, and well thought out. Therefore, I have made it a priority to stay informed about legal developments and to strengthen my skills both in theory and in practice.

Diverse experience. I have completed internships at three law firms and at the Office of the Chancellor of Justice, which has given me valuable insight into both private and public sector legal work. I also studied at Roma Tre University in Italy as part of a student exchange programme, where I took part in courses that encouraged deep reflection on the nature, role, and boundaries of law. This experience broadened my perspective and helped me better understand different legal approaches.

Precision and attention to detail. In legal matters, details are never secondary – often, the answer to a complex issue lies in the smallest nuance. At the same time, it is important not to lose sight of the bigger picture. The best solutions emerge when legislation is aligned with the client’s real goals and needs. Every situation is different and requires a thoughtful, creative, and personalised approach that takes the client’s expectations into account.

Human approach and communication. Every situation is different and requires a thoughtful, creative, and personalised approach that takes the client’s expectations into account. Clear and trustworthy communication is the foundation of good collaboration.

Teamwork and communication. I see teamwork as an essential part of legal work. I value open communication and trust – working together helps us see more nuances, avoid mistakes, and reach solutions that are more thorough and well considered than working alone. Clear and trustworthy communication is the foundation of good collaboration.

Academic background

  • University of Tartu (MA in Law – to be obtained)
  • University of Tartu (BA in Law)
  • Roma Tre University (exchange student)