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    Sander Kärson

    Sander Kärson

    Managing Partner, Co-Head of M&A, Member of the Baltic Board
    About

    Recognised by Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 as a leading Corporate and M&A expert, Sander Kärson is valued for his forward-thinking, solution-driven approach. As Managing Partner, he plays a key role in the firm’s transactional work and regularly advises local and international investors on cross-border matters.

    He contributes to legislative development through his work with the Ministry of Justice’s audit committee and has co-authored authoritative commentaries on suretyship and guarantees. He also lectures on contract law, company law, and M&A at the University of Tartu.

    Beyond the desk, Sander enjoys skiing, running, and sailing, embracing challenges both in the office and outdoors.

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    Testimonial

    "He has an exceptional combination of academic skills and a very solid practice. He is very business-oriented."
    Chambers Europe
    "Sander Kärson advises us on the most complex transactions, including cross-border projects. He is extremely efficient and highly involved personally, making him our first choice for complicated or high-priority projects."
    Legal 500
    "He is a reference point in Estonia for his level of knowledge. He is very efficient and makes himself available at all times. He is very committed and client-oriented."
    Chambers Europe

    CV

    Professional career
    Since 2020

    Managing Partner (Estonia), law firm TEGOS (formerly TGS Baltic)

    2018

    Partner, law firm TGS Baltic

    2017–2018

    Associate Partner, law firm TGS Baltic

    2016–2017

    Associate Partner, law firm Varul

    2013–2016

    Senior Associate, law firm Varul

    2011–2012

    Associate, law firm Raidla Ellex

    2011

    Associate, law firm Sorainen

    2009–2010

    Associate, law firm Glimstedt

    2007–2009

    Junior Associate, law firm Glimstedt

    Since 2007

    Supervisor of Seminars, Institute of Private Law, University of Tartu

    2006–2007

    Advisor, Ministry of Justice, Legislative Policy Department, Private Law Division

    Memberships
    2017

    AIJA

    2009

    Estonian Bar Association

    Education
    Since 2009

    University of Tartu, Faculty of Law, pursuing PhD

    2010

    International Summer University “Summer Course on Mergers & Acquisitions”, School of Tax and Business Law, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster (Germany)

    2008

    University of Tartu, Faculty of Law, MA

    2005

    Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster (Erasmus Student Exchange Program)

    2004

    University of Salzburg, summer program on private international law

    2004

    University of Tartu, Faculty of Law, BA

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