People
Üllar Talviste
Attorney at Law
Main practice areas
- Criminal law and criminal proceedings
- Commercial law
- Bankruptcy proceedings and insolvency law
- Dispute resolution and arbitration
Education
- University of Tartu; BA, with MA level Equivalence in Law
Work experience
- 2024-… Cuesta Law Office, attorney-at-law
- 2003-2024 WIDEN Law Office, partner, attorney-at-law
- 1989-2003 Law Firm HETA, partner, attorney-at-law
- 1978-1989 Tallinn II Legal Advice Centre
Professional activities
- Üllar Talviste is an eminent attorney in Estonia, renowned for his extensive achievements and recognition. He has led the Estonian Bar Association as its Chairman and played a pivotal role in numerous significant legal cases, both domestically and internationally.
- Recognised as a leading authority in criminal law and arbitration in Estonia, Üllar Talviste boasts more than four decades of experience in the legal domain. His contributions extend beyond the courtroom; he is a founding member of the Estonian Reserve Officers’ Association and has served on the Board of Governors at the Estonian Academy of Arts. Furthermore, he represents the Estonian Bar Association at CCBE, demonstrating his active engagement in various social endeavors.
- Üllar Talviste’s contribution to the Estonian legal system has been significant and he has been awarded the medal of merit of the Estonian Bar Association.