Aivar Pilv Law Office (Estonia), continues a track record of excellence by receiving recognition from Best Lawyers and Chambers Europe.
Best Lawyers:
One of the oldest and most respected peer-review publications in the legal profession "Best Lawyers" recognized three attorneys of Aivar Pilv Law Office:
- Aivar Pilv has been recognized as one of the best professionals in Estonia in the areas of arbitration, criminal proceedings, bankruptcy, restructuring and in the field of dispute resolution.
- Pirkka-Marja Põldvere has been recognised as one of the best professionals in Estonia in the areas of corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, litigation and arbitration.
- Britta Oltjer has been recognised as one of the best professionals in Estonia in the areas of corporate law, mergers and acquisitions.
A listing in "Best Lawyers" is widely regarded by both clients and legal professionals as a significant honour, conferred on a lawyer by his or her peers. For three decades, the lists of "Best Lawyers" have earned the respect of the profession, the media, and the public, as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals anywhere.
Chambers Europe:
According to freshly published "Chambers Europe 2013", one of the well-regarded Chambers guides to law firms and legal practitioners, Aivar Pilv Law Office was recognized among the highest ranked offices in dispute resolution. In the same field, leading partner Aivar Pilv and attorney-at-law Pirkka-Marja Põldvere are pointed out as highly recommended specialists.
"Chambers Europe 2013" quotes:
"This stellar litigation and arbitration boutique has a wealth of experience in a broad range of disputes. Of late its work has centred on construction, IP, insolvency, employment, and public procurement litigation. The team recently represented Olympian Andrus Veerpalu in a high-profile doping dispute against the International Ski Federation in the Lausanne Court of Arbitration for Sport, collaborating with scientists in Estonia and the Netherlands to dispute claims that it used a growth hormone. Legendary litigator Aivar Pilv gains plaudits for his long-standing experience. Market observers say he is "a real star and an excellent practitioner." Clients praise Pirkka-Marja Põldvere for her sharp negotiation skills. She is particularly active in arbitration, recently representing a Czech company in international arbitration involving the construction of a war memorial."
Aivar Pilv Law Office has been also recognised in the field of intellectual property and real estate.
Intellectual property: "This team joins the rankings this year as a result of its increased visibility on the market. It is commended for its ability to assist clients with issues in both the domestic and international markets. In noteworthy projects the group advised Chemi-Pharm on the registration of its products in Asia, as well as representing Epopõrand-R in a trade mark dispute. It also provides ongoing advice to Lindorff Eesti. Team head Britta Oltjer divides her time between practice in this area and competition and medical law matters. Clients appreciate her attention to detail and ability to provide constructive solutions to problems."
Real Estate: "This team handles projects involving lease and rental agreements, construction contracts and transactional matters. It also draws on its renowned litigation strength to assist clients in this area. In recent highlights the group assisted the City of Tallinn with multiple projects, including the construction of the new city hall and providing representation in a dispute concerning the city's construction and planning conditions. The department also represented Skanska EMV in various construction disputes. Managing partner Aivar Pilv is the main point of contact for this team."
