Next chapter in the Ellex story: new Managing Partner Martin Mäesalu

As of 1 September 2025, our long-standing colleague and recognised competition law expert Martin Mäesalu will take on the role of Managing Partner at Ellex in Estonia. For the past ten years, the position was held by Ants Nõmper.

The leadership transition took place at our annual opening of the legal year, where Ants handed over the responsibility with the following words: “When I became Managing Partner, I set myself goal to make our firm more professional and drive its growth. Looking back, the past decade has truly been a time of transformation – we have built Ellex into an alliance that unites the leading law firms in Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, establishing ourselves as the benchmark for high-quality legal services across the region. We also joined with the Primus team in Estonia, which further strengthened our capabilities. Over the last ten years, the firm´s revenue has nearly tripled, reflecting both the trust of our clients and the dedication of our team. I believe that that the firm and its team are in good hands, and the right person has been found.”

Alongside the new Managing Partner, the firm´s new management board will consist of Gerli Kivisoo, Antti Perli, Toomas Vaher and Martin Mäesalu.

Our environment is constantly evolving, and law firm leadership and practice must adapt accordingly. As Martin said: “We are a passionate team united by a deep commitment to our profession. We feel it every day, yet to preserve our DNA, we must say it out loud more clearly.

Our vision is for Ellex in Estonia to remain the professional home for Estonia’s best lawyers through the years. Only then can we consistently deliver the highest quality legal services in the market. A ‘home for the best lawyers’ is not just a slogan – it is a high standard that must have a real meaning for every colleague, wherever they are in their carreer. It represents a genuine opportunity to achieve one’s professional goals. Yes, we have a ping pong table in our lounge, and it is used, as it should be. But when we come to the office, it is for reasons far greater than sport results. We have never been a place for benchwarmers; every team member is valued and has an essential role in reaching our common goals. Our purpose is that every client feels supported and to see our work as contribution to their success.”