Cobalt‘s full-service competition law practice is home to a team with ’thorough understanding of regulatory and competition frameworks‘. Elo Tamm, who leads the team, specialises in competition law matters, with a solid track record in representing clients in regulated sectors, such as energy and waste management, in mandates. Mart Blöndal is well-versed in handling complex state aid cases, often representing clients in proceedings before the European Commission. Rauno Ligi, who was promoted to the partnership in June 2025, is sought after for his expertise in EU law and contentious matters.
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- ‘Easy to work with. The people are well-informed about the state of play of different issues.’
- ‘Knowledgeable and easy to communicate with.'
- ‘Mart Blöndal and his team have been our strategic partners for a number of years now, and each and every time they have gone above and beyond of what we expected from them.'
- ‘Mart Blöndal has been outstanding.'
- ‘Cobalt’s EU and competition practice stands out for its combination of deep technical expertise and pragmatic, commercially informed advice. What makes this team unique is its ability to navigate complex EU competition law issues while maintaining a clear focus on clients’ business objectives. The lawyers bring not only a thorough understanding of regulatory and competition frameworks, but also a practical sense of how legal strategies align with broader commercial and policy considerations.'
- ‘The individuals in Cobalt’s EU and competition team stand out for their combination of technical excellence, strategic insight, and pragmatic approach. What differentiates them from competitors is their ability to translate complex legal and regulatory frameworks into clear, actionable advice that directly supports business objectives.'
Key clients
- AS Alexela
- Estonian Carting Association
- Elektrum Eesti OÜ
- Eesti Energia AS
- KC Energy OÜ
- Enefit Wind Purtse AS
- Estravel Group AS
- Intervet International B.V
- Riigimetsa Majandamise Keskus (State Forest Management Centre)
- Ragn-Sells AS
Work highlights
Assisted Riigimetsa Majandamise Keskus with a matter involving potential unlawful state aid.
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Practice head
Elo Tamm
Other key lawyers
Mart Blöndal; Rauno Ligi