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    Helmut Pikmets

    Helmut Pikmets

    Partner, Head of Private Wealth and Tax Practice Group
    About

    Recognised as the “king of tax disputes in Estonia” by Chambers & Partners and Legal 500, Helmut Pikmets is also a member of the Legal 500 Hall of Fame.

    He is renowned for resolving complex tax matters with speed, clarity, and strategic foresight. He advises on all areas of tax law, including M&A, restructurings, and transactions, with clients ranging from Orlen Estonia and Swedbank to Michelin and Turkish Airlines.

    He has led landmark cases before the Estonian Supreme Court – most notably the Sylvester share transfer dispute, the largest tax case in Baltic history – as well as a constitutional challenge on fuel tax bonds. Helmut also represents clients in criminal tax proceedings and has appeared before the European Court of Human Rights.

    Beyond the desk, Helmut is known for his love of history, detail, and a good courtroom chess match.

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    Testimonial

    "Helmut Pikmets is one of the most competent tax lawyers in Estonia."
    Legal 500
    "He is known for tax litigation in Estonia and is a good practitioner."
    Chambers Europe
    "He's a very professional lawyer who knows what he's doing. He is very knowledgeable and experienced."
    Chambers Europe

    CV

    Professional career
    Since 2017

    Partner, law firm TEGOS (formerly TGS Baltic)

    2004–2017

    Partner, law firm Varul

    1996–2004

    Associate, law firm Varul

    1994–1996

    Lawyer, law firm Varul

    Memberships
    2008

    International Fiscal Association

    1996

    Estonian Bar Association

    Education
    1994

    University of Tartu, Faculty of Law, MA

    1992

    Stockholm School of Economics, Commercial Law

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