WIDEN's 'trusted and reliable' team ‘ensures that tax advice is integrated into broader strategic planning’ for its clients, the list of which features regulatory authorities that the team regularly assists. In particular, team head Margus Reiland, who runs the group, is active in the regulatory sphere and displays adeptness in providing industry-specific tax advice, from advising on gambling taxation, to crypto-related VAT taxation matters. Investigations and disputes also feature in the team's workload; Armin Heinsaar is key in this regard.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The individuals we work with stand out for their combination of professionalism, commercial awareness, and personal commitment. What differentiates them from competitors is their ability to understand our business model quickly and to anticipate issues before they become problems.'
- ‘WIDEN’s tax law team is without question one of the strongest in Estonia. Their ability to combine first-rate technical knowledge with a practical, business-oriented approach makes them a natural choice for both local and international clients. Whether advising on cross-border tax structuring, handling sensitive disputes with the authorities, or guiding clients through the regulatory landscape. The team delivers solutions that are both creative and reliable.'
- ‘Partner Margus Reiland leads WIDEN’s tax law team with outstanding expertise and vision. He is widely respected for turning complex tax rules into clear, practical advice and for consistently delivering solutions that are both precise and business-minded. Under his leadership, the team has earned a reputation as one of Estonia’s most trusted and reliable advisors in tax matters.’
- ‘Tax law is a field where precision and timing are critical. WIDEN’s tax team delivers advice that is not only legally robust but also commercially valuable. In my opinion, the team’s strength lies in its multidisciplinary collaboration. The team works closely with WIDEN’s corporate, regulatory, and EU lawyers to ensure that tax advice is integrated into broader strategic planning.'
Key clients
- Sigari Maja OÜ
- Mittetulundusühing Freedom Convoy
- MTG Grupp OÜ
- Medical Innovation OÜ
- Advokaadibüroo Supremia OÜ
- K&R Äriteenused
- Salesline OÜ
- Kindred London Limited
- Estate Guru AS
- RAIG AG
- WiseTrans OÜ
- Ekovir OÜ
Work highlights
Advised Sigari Maja OÜ on a constitutional and EU law dispute regarding state fees and charges imposed on cigars.
Advised the client in obtaining income tax exemption and mitigating cross-border tax risks for charitable transactions between Estonia and Ukraine.
Advised MTG Grupp OÜ / Medical Innovation OÜ on complex VAT matters and represented the client in a tax investigation, which concluded without additional tax liabilities.
Practice head
Margus Reiland
Other key lawyers
Armin Heinsaar