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    Chirag Mody

    Chirag Mody

    Partner, Co-Head of Dispute Resolution Practice Group, Co-Head of Arbitration Practice Group
    About

    Chirag Mody advises on all areas in domestic and cross-border civil and commercial litigation, as well as in arbitration.

    He has acted in major proceedings before domestic and international courts and arbitration panels, and often serves as an arbitrator himself (including ECCI in Estonia and SCC in Sweden). Known for his deep legal insight and business-first mindset, he is regularly praised by clients as a “stellar litigator” with “exceptional acumen” (Legal 500).

    A respected academic, Chirag has taught civil procedure, contract law, and legal argumentation at the University of Tartu for over a decade. He has also been honoured in prestigious international moot court competitions, including Telders and Willem C Vis Moot.

    Outside the legal arena, Chirag is an avid tennis and padel player and enjoys exploring nature through forest hikes.

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    Testimonial

    "Chirag Mody makes the best possible impression both as a lawyer and a person by combining legal excellence with amazing communication skills. He is capable of analysing even the most complex factual scenarios and laws in a creative and fruitful manner while not losing sight of the broader strategic objectives. His service is competent, fast and highly effective - actually he has never lost a case we entrusted him with."
    Legal 500
    "Chirag Mody managed our case with textbook efficiency. He consistently met deadlines and delivered high-quality solutions. His deep expertise in Estonian civil law and dispute resolution, combined with clear communication and proactive problem-solving, made him a crucial component in our negotiations. Chirag’s leadership and attention to detail distinguished him from competitors, making the entire process smooth and effective."
    Legal 500

    CV

    Professional career
    Since 2023

    Partner, law firm TEGOS (formerly TGS Baltic). Co-Head of Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

    2021-2023

    Associate Partner, law firm TGS Baltic. Co-Head of Dispute Resolution and Arbitration

    2018-2021

    Senior Associate, law firm TGS Baltic

    2012-2018

    Senior Associate, law firm Primus / Ellex Raidla

    Since 2011

    Civil Procedure, Civil Law, and Legal Reasoning/Writing, University of Tartu

    Memberships
    2024

    International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Commission on Arbitration and ADR

    2022

    Founder of Estonian Arbitration Association

    2014

    Estonian Bar Association

    Education
    2011

    University of Tartu, Faculty of Law, MA

    2008

    University of Tartu, Faculty of Law, BA

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