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The Legal 500 (an international publication that evaluates law firms based on its market research and feedback from clients and peers) has in 2026 once again highly rated LEADELL Pilv Law Office. We were ranked in Dispute Resolution Commercial, Corporate M&A, Employment and Real Estate and Construction.<\/p>\n
It has been noted, e.g.,<\/em>:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Excerpts from the feedback of clients and peers:<\/p>\n The Legal500, an international catalogue assessing the work of law firms and lawyers on the basis of feedback from clients and colleagues, has once again recognised our work in four categories: Dispute Resolution (band 2); Commercial, corporate and M&A (band 3), Real estate and construction (band 3) and Employment (band 3).<\/p>\n In the category of dispute resolution, managing partner Aivar Pilv<\/a> has been placed to Hall of Fame (i.e. the lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work), partner Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> to Leading Partners (i.e. the strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike) and partner Marko Pilv<\/a> to Next Generation Partners (i.e. junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters).<\/p>\n With more details soon coming up on our LinkedIn and Facebook profiles, here are some of the responses from our clients and peers:<\/p>\n The Legal500 recognised LEADELL Pilv Law Office in 5 categories!<\/strong><\/p>\n The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA),<\/strong> an international publication assessing law firms and lawyers, has again highly recognised the work of LEADELL Pilv Law Office in 5 categories: Dispute Resolution (Tier 2), Commercial, Corporate and M&A (Tier 3), Employment (Tier 3), Real Estate And Construction (Tier 3) and Tax (Tier 3). The managing partner Aivar Pilv<\/strong><\/a> has continuously been highlighted in the Hall of Fame of Dispute Resolution lawyers. Partner Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/strong><\/a> has also, for years, been recognised as a Leading Individual in the field of Dispute Resolution. Partner Marko Pilv<\/strong><\/a> has been indicated as a Dispute Resolution Rising Star.<\/p>\n On the basis of client feedback, i.a., the following has been concluded about the team of LEADELL Pilv Law Office: <\/em><\/p>\n The Legal 500 recognised LEADELL Pilv Law Office in the following practice areas: Dispute Resolution, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Employment, Real Estate and Construction and Tax. In more detail, the following was concluded about LEADELL Pilv Law Office:<\/p>\n Dispute Resolution:<\/strong> Commercial, Corporate and M&A:<\/strong> Employment:<\/strong> Real Estate and Construction<\/strong> In addition, partners Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere and Aivar Pilv are also featured in The Legal 500\u2019s Private Practice Powerlist 2023: Arbitration Central and Eastern Europe<\/strong>. Both were also listed in the 2021 edition, the previous edition.<\/p>\n The Legal500 has attributed 16 recognitions in 9 practice areas to the LEADELL Law Offices in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. We would like to thank our clients who are continuously content with our work. Big thanks also goes to our dedicated attorneys and assistents whose everyday work is the ground for such recognition.<\/p>\n LEADELL Pilv Law Office was recognised in the categories of dispute resolution, commercial, corporate and M&A, real estate and tax. Managing partner\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/a>\u00a0has been included in the highest ranking \u201eHall of Fame\u201c in dispute resolution and tax. Partner\u00a0Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>\u00a0is categorised as \u201eLeading Individual\u201c in dispute resolution. Partner\u00a0Marko Pilv<\/a>\u00a0and attorney-at-law\u00a0Anneli Aab\u00a0have been highlighted as \u201eRising Stars\u201c in dispute resolution.<\/p>\n The recognitions published by The Legal500, an international publication assessing law offices and attorneys, confirm that the clients are continuously pleased with the work of our attorneys. LEADELL Pilv Law Office was\u00a0recognised in four categories<\/strong>: Dispute Resolution, Corporate, Commercial and M&A, Real Estate and construction and Tax.<\/p>\n 1.) LEADELL Pilv was most broadly recognised for its competence in\u00a0Dispute Resolution<\/strong>: \u201cThe quality of work in Leadell Pilv Law Office is beyond compare.\u2019 The team was p<\/em>articularly recommended for handling white-collar criminal defence cases: \u201eAivar Pilv<\/strong><\/em><\/a>\u00a0is a very dedicated and skilful\u00a0lawyer especially on solving disputes. He is very good performer\u00a0in court and has extensive\u00a0practice in the area. In my opinion\u00a0Marko Pilv<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0is also very good at what he does. He drafts very good documents and is also a solid performer\u00a0in court when necessary.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n The law office was also praised for its competence in corporate disputes: \u201cThey were unique in that they are experts in negotiating corporate disputes.\u201c, as well as for its work in other civil and administrative cases.<\/em><\/p>\n The managing partner\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0was recognised in the category \u201eHall of Fame\u201c, partner\u00a0Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0in \u201eLeading Individuals\u201c, partner\u00a0Marko Pilv<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and attorney-at-law\u00a0Anneli Aab<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0in \u201eRising Stars\u201c.\u00a0Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldver<\/a>e and\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/a>\u00a0were recognised also for being \u201caccomplished arbitrators\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\n 2.) In Corporate, Commercial and M&A it was noted that LEADELL Pilv provides a broad range of corporate and commercial advice, including on governance and partnerships, with a particular focus on litigation:\u00a0\u201eThey are professionals [\u2026]\u201c<\/em>. With allied offices in Lithuania and Latvia, the practice is well-situated to handle cross-border matters. Team lead\u00a0Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>is an expert on\u00a0shareholder relations and on management board member obligations and liabilities.\u00a0Marko Pilv<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0were referred to as other key lawyers.<\/p>\n 3.) In\u00a0Real Estate and Construction<\/strong>\u00a0LEADELL Pilvis particularly recommended for contentious matters, handling construction and commercial disputes. Litigator\u00a0Merilin Ojasaar<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0jointly heads the group with\u00a0Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/strong><\/a>, who is active in both real estate disputes and in sales and lease contracting. Other areas of work include day-to-day advice, rental agreements and obtaining building permits. The team receives credit for\u00a0\u2018Professionalism, communication style that is objective and that facilitates cooperation.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n 4.) In\u00a0Tax<\/strong>\u00a0primarily the managing partner\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0was recognised (Hall of Fame\u201d), with reference to his strong track record in substantial tax disputes and characterisations as\u00a0\u2018Very professional\u2019 and \u2018Hardworking.\u2019<\/em><\/p>\n ,,Legal 500\u2019\u2019 an international legal services market publication once again has awarded LEADELL Pilv Law Office with the highest level of recognitions. Dispute settlement: 2. Tier Gathering attention primarily in the field of office related offences, LEADELL Pilv Law Office\u2019s extraordinary team and strong performance skills in court has helped to successfully defend the client in civil dispute that has risen from criminal proceedings. In addition to managing Partner Aivar Pilv<\/a>, attorney-at-law Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> who is well recognised in dispute settlement has also been acknowledged.<\/p>\n According to the 2019 rankings of the international legal directory \u201eLegal 500\u201c, LEADELL Pilv Law Office has once again been recognised as a top-tier law firm in Estonia.<\/p>\n Ranked lawyers: Aivar Pilv<\/a>, Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>, Jaak Siim<\/a>, Anneli Aab<\/a> and Marko Pilv <\/a><\/p>\n Dispute<\/b> resolution<\/b>: Tier 1<\/p>\n Tax <\/b>litigation<\/b>: Tier 1<\/p>\n Real <\/b>estate<\/b> and <\/b>construction<\/b>: Tier 2<\/p>\n Commercial<\/b>, <\/b>corporate<\/b> and M&A<\/b>: Tier 3<\/p>\n Prominent in defending white-collar crime cases, LEADELL Pilv\u2019s exceptional<\/i> team<\/i>\u00a0and strong<\/i> performance<\/i> in <\/i>court<\/i>\u00a0helped it successfully defend a client in a civil dispute arising from a criminal case against a third party.<\/p>\n Managing partner Aivar Pilv is highly regarded, and the analytical<\/i> approach<\/i>\u00a0of senior associate Anneli Aab makes her a name to note. Marko Pilv and Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere are also recommended.<\/p>\n International legal market publication \u201cLegal 500\u201d has granted the highest ranking to LEADELL Pilv Law Office in the practice areas of dispute resolution and tax law. Additionally our lawyers are recommended in corporate and commercial, M&A, real estate and construction law.<\/p>\n Dispute resolution<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Pilv has a number of excellent specialists <\/em>in dispute resolution: Aivar Pilv<\/a> exceeds expectations each time<\/em>; Marko Pilv <\/a>is professional, precise and very helpful<\/em> while both Anneli Aab<\/a> and Jaak Siim <\/a>are strong litigators<\/em>; Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere <\/a>is fair and reasonable<\/em>.<\/p>\n Tax law<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Pilv lawyers are defending company Saarek and a member of its board in a criminal proceeding relating to an alleged major tax fraud. Jaak Siim <\/a>is vastly experienced<\/em> and provides quick and expert answers<\/em>; the knowledgeable<\/em> Aivar Pilv <\/a>is skilled<\/em> in tax disputes.<\/p>\n Real estate and construction<\/strong><\/p>\n Urmas K\u00f5rgesaar <\/a>and Aivar Pilv <\/a>combine excellent local experience with great international capabilities<\/em>. Highlights included representing Capital Inkasso in a compensation claim against Tarbus related to alleged substandard construction work. Riito Ehituse, Happyrent and Tallinna Linnakantselei are also key clients.<\/p>\n Commercial, corporate and M&A<\/strong><\/p>\n LEADELL Pilv lawyers routinely advise on the full spectrum of corporate and commercial matters, including assistance with corporate governance and M&A. Clients include Global Marine Supply and Happyrent. The analytical<\/em> Aivar Pilv<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0very professional<\/em> Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>\u00a0are recommended.<\/p>\n This year the publication has also highlighted Anneli Aab <\/a>and Marko Pilv <\/a>as new generation lawyers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n LEADELL Fogels, Vitols & Paipa<\/strong> in Latvia, and LEADELL Bal\u010di\u016bnas & Grajauskas<\/strong> in Lithuania have also been highly ranked by \u201cLegal 500\u201d in 2018.<\/p>\n LEADELL Pilv Law Office gained the highest\u00a0ranking in the practice areas of dispute resolution and\u00a0tax law. Additionally we\u00a0are recognized in\u00a0the areas of commercial, corporate and M&A,\u00a0real estate and construction law.<\/p>\n Dispute resolution<\/strong><\/p>\n Partner\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/a>\u00a0and also senior associates\u00a0Marko Pilv<\/a>\u00a0and Anneli Aab<\/a> are professional, reliable and effective<\/em>. Highlights included defending Karl Liivapuu against\u00a02.4m EUR claim brought by Transcom concerning a sale and purchase agreement, and representing Surgitech AS in a civil dispute with a former employee over the performance of a loan contract.<\/p>\n Tax law<\/strong><\/p>\n Managing partner\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/a> who has excellent tax knowledge and lots of experience in litigation<\/em>, and partner\u00a0Jaak Siim<\/a> are the key contacts at the LEADELL\u00a0Pilv. They work day and night to achieve the best results<\/em>. Jaak Siim advised a former company board member\u00a0in a claim for repayment of\u00a0the company\u2019s debt, while Aivar Pilv is representing Donleon Trading in an extensive tax fraud case.<\/p>\n Commercial, corporate and M&A<\/strong><\/p>\n Partner\u00a0Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> and managing partner Aivar Pilv<\/a> who has great knowledge and experience<\/em>, advised Saarek AS on corporate spin-off matters. Senior associate\u00a0Marko Pilv<\/a> has a good attention to details<\/em>.<\/p>\n Real estate and construction<\/strong><\/p>\n Managing partner Aivar Pilv<\/a> represented Taivo Luik in a dispute over the legality of a flat extension and\u00a0related claim for compensation of water damages. Other clients include Meriton Hotels, Capital Inkasso and Tartu Ehitus.<\/p>\n Aivar Pilv Law Office has been recognised as leading expert in the fields of dispute resolution (court proceedings) and tax law. Additionally the law office is\u00a0highly recognised in the fields of real estate and construction law as well as commercial and contract law.<\/p>\n Dispute resolution<\/strong> Tax law Real estate and construction Commercial, corporate and M&A<\/strong> Aivar Pilv Law Office has been recognised as leading expert in the fields of dispute resolution and tax law and\u00a0highly recognised in the practice areas of corporate and contract law; IP, IT and telecoms as well as real estate and construction law.<\/p>\n Dispute resolution Tax law Real estate and construction law IP, IT and telecoms Corporate law,\u00a0M&A\n
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\n\u2022 LEADELL Pilv \u2018understands the needs of the client\u2018 and is \u2018interested in the best possible solution\u2018, representing clients in a range of litigation and arbitration. Managing partner Aivar Pilv<\/a> now runs the team and has deep experience in disputes, including alternate dispute resolution. Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> is a standout lawyer for cross-border cases, and Marko Pilv<\/a> has a strong background in white-collar criminal law.
\n\u2022 \u201cVery professional people. As a team they are able to offer the best possible solution.\u201d\u00a0<\/em>
\n\u2022 \u201cThey understand the needs of the client. They are interested in the best possible solution. Staff are available for the client any time. They are very friendly\u201d\u00a0.<\/em>
\n\u2022 Aivar Pilv<\/a> was recognised in Hall of Fame<\/em> whereas Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> was ranked as leading individual<\/em> and Marko Pilv<\/a> as rising star.<\/em><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 LEADELL Pilv\u2018s \u2018efficient and thorough\u2019 work often involves \u2018multidimensional issues\u2019, covering management board liability and shareholder relations, among other matters. Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> runs the team and is extremely experienced in corporate law, as well as providing clients with \u201c<\/em>versatile knowledge on complex construction contracts\u201d\u00a0<\/em>. Managing partner Aivar Pilv<\/a> is another key practitioner in the team.
\n\u2022 \u201cI have worked mostly with Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere, a great lawyer with a deep knowledge in several areas, including corporate and commercial litigation. At the first stage, she tries to understand the client\u2019s and objectives and, at the second stage, proposes and implements the right solutions.\u201d
\n<\/em>\u2022 \u201cEfficient and thorough. They work on multidimensional issues.\u201d\u00a0<\/em>
\n\u2022 \u201cGreat team. Best law firm I have worked with in Estonia!\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n
\n\u2022 LEADELL Pilv\u2018s labour law team is particularly strong when it comes to employment litigation and appears in a range of courts, including labour tribunals and county courts. Practice head Marko Pilv<\/a> has a notable record acting in complex disputes. Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> is also an experienced litigator active in employment law disputes.<\/p>\n
\n\u2022 Through its collaboration with other law firms, LEADELL Pilv often works on cross-border matters and is singled out for its ability to understand the needs of the client. Seasoned litigator Merilin Ojasaar<\/a> and real estate transactions specialist Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a> jointly lead the team.
\n\u2022 \u201cThe team is open, professional, and has good legal and ethical principles.\u201d\u00a0<\/em>
\n\u2022 \u201cI cooperated with Merilin Ojasaar. I highly appreciate his professionalism, conscientiousness, and ethical principles.\u201d\u00a0<\/em>
\n\u2022 \u201cVery professional people. As the team they are able to offer the best possible solution.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n2022<\/h2>\n
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\nRecognized attorneys: Aivar Pilv<\/a>, Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>, Anneli Aab<\/a>, Marko Pilv<\/a><\/p>\n
\nTax law: 1. Tier
\nReal estate & construction: 3. Tier
\nCommercial law, mergers & acquisitions: 3. Tier
\nIn 2020 the publication has recognised Anneli Aab<\/a> and Marko Pilv<\/a> as rising stars.<\/p>\n2019<\/h2>\n
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\n<\/u>Aivar Pilv Law Office defended Saarek and a member of its management board against allegations of tax fraud, and acted for Eesti Inim\u00f5iguste Keskus in a dispute with the\u00a0Estonian detention centre of refugees, including the Supreme Court proceedings to explain the terms of detention for refugees. The professional team is headed by arbitration expert Aivar Pilv<\/a> and\u00a0Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>,\u00a0Anneli Aab<\/a> and Marko Pilv<\/a> are also involved.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Aivar Pilv Law Office has a team of high-calibre individuals<\/em>, including practice head Jaak Siim <\/a>and\u00a0Aivar Pilv<\/a>, who is defending Donleon and its chairman in criminal proceedings against claims of tax fraud. Proceedings against the Estonian Tax and Customs Board and disputes about VAT payment also feature in the group\u2019s recent caseload.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Key figures include practice head Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>, Britta Oltjer<\/a>\u00a0and Aivar Pilv<\/a>, who is a solid lawyer with a very good reputation<\/em>. The group represented KRTL in a construction contract dispute against local government.<\/p>\n
\n<\/u>Key figures include practice head Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>, Britta Oltjer<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0managing partner Aivar Pilv<\/a> who advised Etalon Varahaldus on establishing an investment company.<\/p>\n2015<\/span><\/h2>\n
\n<\/strong>Aivar Pilv Law Office continues to represent the City of Tallinn in a \u20ac10m planning dispute regarding Tallinn city centre. Marko Pilv<\/a> has a professional, personal and detailed approach<\/em>, Aivar Pilv<\/a> is also recommended.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Well-recognised tax practice of the Aivar Pilv Law Office handled a wide range of mandates in 2014, including representation of a number of Estonian companies in disputes with the Estonian Tax and Customs Board. Managing partner Aivar Pilv <\/a>has a practical know-how<\/em>, Jaak Siim<\/a> is also recommended.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Aivar Pilv Law Office assisted Tallinn city administration with the redevelopment of Tallinn City Hall as well as in a dispute concerning the construction of an extension to the Viru Hotel. Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>\u00a0heads the practice.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Key individuals at the Aivar Pilv Law Office are Britta Oltjer<\/a> and Ilmar-Erik Aavakivi<\/a>. Among other, the law firm has represented Chemi-Pharm and Lindorff Eesti.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Aivar Pilv Law Office advises Silvano Fashion Group on day-to-day corporate and commercial issues. Clients single out experienced<\/em> managing partner Aivar Pilv <\/a>and excellent negotiator<\/em> Pirkka-Marja P\u00f5ldvere<\/a>.<\/p>\n"},"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t