Law firm DEM
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The establishment of a joint law firm was a natural extension of our long-term cooperation. Everyone had their own reasons and expectations, but we were sure from the beginning that with such experience, mutual compatibility and customer trust, it is possible to create something truly valuable both for ourselves and our customers.
The name DEM is an abbreviation for deus ex machina, which means an unexpected solution or a quick saviour. The Latin saying itself derives from the technique used in the ancient drama by which the appearance of god on stage resolved the conflict. A suitable name for a law firm that aims to resolve a client’s situation quickly and successfully by “appearing on stage”. We will do our best to be worthy of the name.
As of December 2023, DEM Law Firm is a member of the Verona Group and operates under the brand Verona Legal Baltics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Verona Group is a consultancy firm employing more than 70 professionals and providing services in the areas of tax, legal, wealth planning and management consulting. Verona Group holds a „Multi Family Office“ licence in Luxembourg. The aim of the cooperation between DEM and Verona Group is to provide a comprehensive solution in the areas of tax, legal and asset planning for companies operating in Estonia, Finland and other Baltic countries.
Kalle-Kaspar Sepper
I have always considered myself primarily as a trial attorney. I have more than 20 years of experience in civil, criminal, and administrative court proceedings and in disputes of very different content. I consider it important to keep my life interesting and developing, which is why I advise clients in a wide range of fields starting from everyday business law issues up to inheritance and family matters. I´m a member of the Estonian Bar Association since 2009 and I provide legal assistance in Estonian, Finnish and English. I also speak some Russian.
Janne-Liisa Ottis
I have been working as an attorney since 2017 and I mainly represent clients in civil matters. My strength is a considerable experience in family, employment, and law of obligation disputes, but I can find a solution for my client in any field. As a person, I am straightforward and solution oriented. I advise clients in Estonian and English.
Alo Pormeister
Client has the right to get rid of stress and focus on its principal job, entrusting legal advice and the protection of interests to an attorney. I have been a member of the Bar Association since 2000 and have several decades of experience working as an attorney and providing legal advice to clients. I specialize primarily in civil law, including the law of obligations, property, commercial, bankruptcy and labour law and court proceedings. I also provide legal assistance to clients in the foundation, acquisition and restructuring of companies, as well as in real estate transactions and the division of property in common ownership and joint ownership. In addition to the above, I have long-term experience in counselling of clients on matters of family law, including divorce of marriage, division of joint property, and in disputes related to parents’ right of custody over children. I advise clients in Estonian, English, Russian and Finnish.
Janno Kuusk
I have been a member of the Bar since 2005 and during my career I have been involved in numerous civil disputes as well as advising clients on transactions, contract and commercial law.
In recent years, I have rarely been involved in court procedures and have focused on advising clients on a day-to-day basis including contractual issues, and transactions.
I have advised both Estonian and foreign clients on the establishing, acquisition, merger and division of companies, both locally and cross-border.
On my free time I cruise over Estonia and enjoy the unlimited freedom that being a pilot allows.
I can fluently service clients in Estonian, English and Finnish. Also I am able to communicate in Russian.
Kristel Viru
I have been working in the legal field for over 15 years, of which almost 10 years as an attorney. My main area of work is litigation.
I deal with civil and administrative matters daily, but I also advise clients on a wide range of other legal issues, such as employment law, insolvency law, company law, and I have also advised clients on commercial litigation. My result-oriented approach and willingness to work in the best interests of my clients have enabled me to deal with large and very complex precedent-setting disputes.
My aim is to find the best solution for the client and to protect the client's interests.
I communicate in Estonian, Russian and English.
Liis Mäeker
I specialize in private law and my main areas of expertise are contract law and property disputes, including issues concerning joint or common ownership. Also since the beginning of my professional career I have contributed an important resource to the resolution of disputes under family and succession law. I have been involved in the legislative process of family law issues and have been a member of the Family Law Committee of the Estonian Bar Association for two consecutive terms. In addition, I have participated in large bankruptcy and commercial law cases and advised clients in enforcement proceedings.
I have extensive and versatile knowledge and thanks to high analytical skills, every dispute can be solved. I advise clients in extrajudicial proceedings, in transactions and in litigation, the latter of which accounts for the largest part of my work.
My interest in the work of an attorney at law comes from the diversity of fields and diversity of disputes, which is why I contribute an important resource to my development in every area of private law.
I obtained master's degree in law from the University of Tartu in 2012 and since 2013 I have been a member of the Estonian Bar Association.
I advise clients in Estonian and English.
Kristo Kallas
I have been a member of the Bar Association since 2013. I spent my previous professional life in the rapid development phase in the Viimsi Municipal Government as a lawyer and municipal (legal) secretary for 10 years, which provided a good specific basis for advising today's clients all over Estonia. I have long been considered as "our administrative law specialist". It is true, administrative law is one of my fields of activity, but not only. The statistics of the works done so far tend to be inclined towards civil law, so I feel at home in this wide playing field. However, a large part of the worktime is spent on various disputes related to construction law and planning, various legal issues related to real estate, related to disputes and administration, including relations with local government officials and state bodies, both out of court and in court. In addition, I deal with ongoing consulting for companies, labour relations and contracts, issues related to housing associations and property, as well as public procurement. I always try to find an easier solution for the client and avoid a long and burdensome dispute. Simplicity is the charm! In addition to Estonian, I also advise clients in English.
Silvia-Anna Gerontidi
As an attorney, my primary areas of expertise include debt collection, labour law, corporate law, and civil litigation. In addition, I have compentence in consulting clients on competition law. I do my work meticulously and strive to provide the client with the finest possible outcome. I advise clients in Estonian, English and Russian.
Liis Puidak
I have been working in the legal field for over 20 years and I am a member of the Bar since 2013. I have a long experience as a lawyer and HR manager in a construction company, so construction and real estate law has become an area close to my heart.
On a daily basis, I advise clients on construction, real estate, planning, debt and commercial matters, as well as other civil law issues such as employment, family and bankruptcy.
My long experience as an in-house lawyer has given me, among other things, a valuable insight into the workings of business organisations, which helps me to have a broader understanding of the needs of businesses and to provide practical solutions to even the most complex situations.
My aim is to be a trusted partner to my clients, helping them to prevent problems and achieve their goals in an honest, thoughtful and effective way.
I advise clients in Estonian and English, with some communication skills in Russian.
Toomas Mälberg
I have been a member of the Bar Association since 2000 and have gained extensive experience as an attorney, focusing primarily on corporate and business law. My main area of focus is real estate law, including property transactions and rental law issues. In recent years, I have been providing clients with day-to-day advice in contract and commercial law, as well as in various transactions, helping to find solutions in complex business matters. Additionally, I am active in the field of sports law.
I have assisted both Estonian and international clients with company formation, acquisition, mergers, and divisions, supporting both domestic and cross-border projects. I advise clients in Estonian, English, and Russian.