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WIDEN

Dispute Resolution

Europe Guide 2026 : Estonia


WIDEN

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About

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WIDEN’s Dispute Resolution team advises and represents clients in civil, administrative, criminal and arbitration matters. The team handles both business-critical disputes and sensitive criminal law issues, combining advocacy experience with practical understanding of commercial, regulatory and reputational risk. It also assists clients in resolving disputes through negotiation and mediation where possible, while remaining well equipped to conduct complex court, arbitration and criminal proceedings.

Type of work handled

Civil litigation; administrative proceedings; arbitration; mediation and settlement negotiations; debt recovery; interim relief; proceedings before international courts; criminal defence; misdemeanour proceedings; victim representation; criminal law advisory; business risk assessments; governance and ethics-related matters; employee-related criminal issues; and cybercrime matters.

Categories of clients

Domestic and international companies, regulated businesses, directors and management, shareholders, private individuals, victims in criminal proceedings, and clients facing disputes, investigations or enforcement action.

Specialisations

Commercial and regulatory disputes; administrative litigation; arbitration; debt recovery; interim measures; white-collar crime; criminal and misdemeanour defence; corporate criminal risk; governance and ethics advisory; victim representation; and cyber-related criminal matters.

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Estonia

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

WIDEN is recognised for assisting domestic clients operating in the insurance sector with contentious cases. The law firm often advises on shareholder and contractual disputes, as well as bankruptcy proceedings. The practice is also well versed in white-collar crime mandates, as well as disputes regarding harassment and defamation.

Work Highlights

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  • WIDEN advised Hrafnshóll on a cross-border dispute with an Estonian supplier in relation to faulty products.

Strengths

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  • WIDEN stands out for its exceptional expertise and its commitment to identifying well-founded legal arguments.

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  • WIDEN demonstrates good professional knowledge and experience, as well as strategic, structural and logical thinking.

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  • WIDEN pays lots of attention to the details.

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  • They excel at identifying nuanced legal issues, analysing relevant case law and formulating persuasive arguments.

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  • WIDEN has consistently been looking at and recommending the most optimal ways to achieve my goals. We value its very pragmatic approach and true client focus.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Oliver Nääs
    Band 3Oliver Nääs

    Oliver Nääs

    Oliver Nääs possesses notable expertise in white-collar crime cases. He additionally represents clients in high-profile harassment and defamation cases.

    • Oliver Nääs' wealth of knowledge, pragmatism, client-centric attitude and experience make him a true asset for anyone retaining him.

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    • Oliver is hardworking, has good knowledge of each case and is a sharp thinker. He is able to think things through and get inside the mind of the other party.

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    • He takes it as a personal mission to look after my business.

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  • Up and ComingMagnus Braun
    Up and ComingMagnus Braun

    Magnus Braun

    Magnus Braun is experienced in a variety of civil mandates, including in real estate, insolvency and environmental law.

    • Magnus Braun is very smart and strategic.

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    • Magnus is highly responsive, attentive to detail and consistently ensures that clients are kept fully informed at every stage of a matter.

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    • He recognises the operational realities of my sector and adapts his advice to support long-term objectives.

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    • Magnus Braun is a very experienced lawyer who is at home in every nook and cranny of the Estonian commercial code.

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    • Magnus is highly responsive, detail oriented and consistently focused on finding effective solutions.

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