Banking & Finance

COBALT has a first-rate finance team advising on some of the largest transactions in the market. The law firm is best known for its transactional prowess, handling major financings and refinancings, including cross-border syndicated lending and aircraft finance. It is noted for banking and acquisition finance, with further experience in assisting with capital markets transactions and regulatory matters. The team acts for lenders and borrowers, with clients including leading banks, international organisations and investment funds.

An appreciative client comments: "They provide high-quality service; when it comes to client service they are the best in Estonia."

COBALT advised Alexela on a EUR37 million loan from Sihtasutus KredEx, a financing institution established by the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications.

Kristel Raidla-Talur offers extensive financing expertise and is also well placed to handle financial regulatory matters.

Marina Kotkas is held in high regard for her handling of financing and capital markets transactions. Clients admire her level of client service, one explaining: "I always feel in safe hands with Marina," while another appreciates: "She has a very wide experience and it's always a pleasure to work with her."

Monika Koolmeister is described by the market commentators as a "smart and active lawyer,"  and is noted for her handling of financial regulatory matters. She often acts for banks and other financial institutions with regards to compliance matters.