Competition/Antitrust
Europe Guide 2024 : Estonia
Band 2
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Eversheds Sutherland has a broad competition law practice, with a particular focus on state aid matters and merger clearance filings. In addition, the team represents clients in investigations into possible anti-competitive behaviour. It also frequently assists clients with competition law compliance mandates, including in relation to distribution agreements and the exchange of information. The law firm attracts clients from the public sector, as well as from the energy and retail industries.
Work Highlights
- Eversheds assisted the City of Tallinn with the state aid aspects of constructing a new tram route.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"We rate their responsiveness and service level highly."
"We appreciate the fast communication with the client."
"I am very happy with the service Eversheds provides."
"We rate their responsiveness and service level highly."
"We appreciate the fast communication with the client."
"I am very happy with the service Eversheds provides."
Notable Practitioners
Risto Rüütel remains a popular choice among public sector clients and beneficiaries for state aid matters. He also frequently acts on merger clearance mandates, including representing third-party opponents to proposed mergers. He has further experience in behavioural investigations and market inquiries.
"Risto is definitely one of the top lawyers in competition matters in Estonia."
"Risto Rüütel is specialised in state aid; we got excellent help there. We know he is one of the greatest experts in state aid."