About

Provided by Ellex Raidla

Ellex has more than 25 years of experience and has been involved in nearly all major transactions and construction projects as well as landmark disputes that have taken place in the Estonian real estate market.

Our lawyers have been involved in transactions regarding projects involving:

  • multi-million-euro power plants
  • the largest windmill parks in Estonia
  • a nuclear power plant
  • oil shale operations in Estonia
  • the US and Jordan, office buildings
  • shopping centers
  • factory buildings
  • industrial plants.

We have advised on matters related to shopping centre zoning and construction, in the auction sale process, on restructuring and refinancing, on lease agreements, the sale of immovables; on a production facilities sale-leaseback transaction and in implementing new financing solutions, etc. Ellex has extensive experience in various projects in a number of business sectors, including construction, IT, energy and infrastructure, transportation, government and public bodies as well as PPP projects.

Our team members have participated in the drafting of area specific legislation, negotiated with the EU on energy issues and gained experience as general counsels for large utility organisations.

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Real Estate - Estonia

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What the Team is Known For

Ellex Raidla maintains an excellent standing in the Estonian real estate market, offering a comprehensive service to prominent investors and developers. The team regularly advises on complex real estate financing and property transactions, with further expertise in handling large residential, retail, transportation and commercial development projects. The department's areas of expertise extend to energy projects and environmental protection issues.

Notable Practitioners

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Martin Käerdi
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Martin Käerdi
Head of Real Estate
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Martin Käerdi is a top-tier practitioner handling construction projects in the energy, commercial and retail spheres. He also advises clients on real estate transactions and lease agreements.

Martin Käerdi is a really strong expert.

Martin Triipan
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Martin Triipan
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Martin Triipan is highly regarded for his expertise in public law matters connected to real estate and construction mandates. He is knowledgeable in planning and permitting issues as well as environmental impact assessments, and has experience acting for state entities and energy companies.

He is a very experienced real estate lawyer who is good in environmental, planning and permit matters.

Ermo Kosk
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Ermo Kosk
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Ermo Kosk advises clients on the financing and construction of projects in the housing and energy sectors, as well as advising on lease contracts.

Ermo Kosk is very business-minded.

Ranked Lawyers at
Ellex Raidla

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Martin Käerdi
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Martin Käerdi
Head of Real Estate
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Band 1
Martin Triipan
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Martin Triipan
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Band 2
Ermo Kosk
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Ermo Kosk
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Members

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Alla Kuznetsova

Jaanus Ikla

Kaisa Laidvee

Karin Tartu

Liisbeth Eero

Martin Käerdi

Martin Käerdi

Head of Department

Rutt Värk

Triin Frosch

Clients

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AS Infortar, one of the largest investment companies in Esto

AS Roger Puit, one of the biggest private forest owners

Arealis,one of the leading developers of commercial property

Baltika AS, one of the largest fashion retailers

Eesti Energia AS, Estonian national energy company

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

Graanul Invest AS, largest producer of wood pellets in Europ

Linsow AS, a Norwegian company that owns a chain of hotels

Mainor Ülemiste AS, Baltics’ largest office park developer

Nordecon AS, listed construction group

Oiltanking GmbH, one of the largest independent operators of

Trilini Energy OÜ, investment group in Estonia

Veho, a Finnish automotive company operating in Finland, Swe

Vopak E.O.S AS, oil products terminal operaator

Wärtsila Finland, Finnish lifecycle power solutions company

Industries

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Banks

Commercial & Professional Services

Construction & Materials

Consumer Product Manufacturing

East Capital, Swedish investment company

Energy

Financial Services

Food & Drink Producers

Forestry & Paper

Government

Health Care

Industrial Engineering

Mining & Metals

Real Estate

Real Estate Finance

Retail

Technology, Hardware & Electronics

Telecommunications

Transportation