We are pleased to share that our colleague, Madis Reppo, has moved into the role of Managing Associate.
Madis primarily practises in the field of corporate law, focusing on advising on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and venture capital transactions. As part of our M&A and venture capital transactions practice group, he leads some of the largest and most strategically significant transaction projects in the Baltics. Madis supports clients throughout the entire process, from structuring the transaction through to its successful completion. In addition to purely legal work, he participates in negotiations on behalf of clients, helping them achieve the best possible commercial agreements while also mitigating risks.
Alongside his daily work, over the past two spring semesters, Madis has also been teaching law students at the University of Tartu on a course on M&A and VC contracts and transactions.
As part of his new role, we asked Madis to share his thoughts on his career so far and goals related to the new position.
What has your journey to this new title been like?
My journey has been fairly linear – I started at COBALT 11 years ago, right after earning my master’s degree. I’m pleased to say that hard work and determination have consistently carried me forward and today I’m a valued colleague.
What have been the biggest challenges during your career?
The biggest challenges have probably been managing interpersonal relationships. There have certainly been so-called professional complex tasks that have been extremely demanding, but the most difficult situations have come from difficult counterparties (very rarely, from my own clients or colleagues).
What else would you like to achieve in your field
To continue to develop, learn, mentor my team. Be the absolute leader in the M&A and VC field, highly valued by both clients and counterparties, as well as the lawyers representing them.
We wish Madis every success, inspiring challenges and many great achievements in his new role!
