Sorainen‘s team has a solid track record in advising international fintech companies on setting up operations in Estonia. Key areas of instruction for the group include payment services, blockchain and cryptocurrency issues. At the helm of the practice is Kätlin Krisak, who has an excellent reputation for handling complex virtual currency matters. Hetti Lump-Kivisaari focuses on financial regulatory cases, while Jane Eespõld assists domestic and international investors and financial institutions with crowdfunding, crypto-assets, and compliance and regulatory issues, to name a few. In March 2026, former Ellex practice heads Marko Kairjak and Anneli Krunks joined the team.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- Knowledgeable and experienced. One of the top-level firms in Estonia with industry-standard capabilities and solutions.
- Our main contacts at Sorainen are Kätlin Krisak, Kamilla Alma Vilderson, and Hetti Lump-Kivisaari. We value our relationship with them highly and can attest to the very high level of professionalism displayed throughout the years we have had the privilege to cooperate with them. One major aspect that I would like to highlight is the fact that they have seemingly effortlessly met and kept up with our internal deadlines, which sometimes may be quite tight. We look forward to continuing to work with them on current matters and projects we have in development.
- Hetti Lump-Kivisaari Krista Ševerev both are capable and experienced advisers, business-minded and think along with the client in finding solutions, offering practical advice.
- ‘Sorainen is truly extraordinary thanks to its outstanding team. Potential clients can rely on the team’s ability to combine international standards with local insight, ensuring both practical and innovative solutions.'
- ‘The individuals at Sorainen stand out for their exceptional professionalism, dedication, and client-focused approach. Each lawyer brings not only deep legal expertise, but also a genuine commitment to understanding the client’s business and delivering practical, forward-looking solutions. What makes them different from competitors is their ability to combine strong technical skills with creativity, responsiveness, and a collaborative mindset.'
Key clients
- Salv Technologies OÜ
- Wildix OÜ
- Holm Bank AS
- Punktid Technologies AS
- PlusPlus Capital
- Simply Digital Technologies Inc.
- Montonio
- Sunly
- Creditstar Group
- New Nordic Asset Management OÜ
Work highlights
Advised GS Core on applying for an operating licence from the Estonian Financial Supervision and Resolution Authority.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Kätlin Krisak
Other key lawyers
Kamilla Alma Vilderson; Hetti Lump-Kivisaari; Jane Eespõld