General Terms and Conditions for the Provision of Legal Services

This document sets out the general terms and conditions under which TARK Law Office provides legal services.

1. Parties

1.1 The provider of legal services is TARK Law Office (Advokaadibüroo TARK AS), registry code 10223698, with its registered office at Liivalaia 36, Tallinn (hereinafter the “Firm”).

1.2 The recipient of legal services (the “Client”) is any natural or legal person with whom the Firm has entered into a legal services agreement (the “Client Agreement”) or to whom the Firm provides services on another legal basis. A Client Agreement may also be concluded for the benefit of a third party (the “Beneficiary”).

1.3 The Firm and the Client are each referred to as a “Party” and together as the “Parties”.

2. Conclusion of the Client Agreement

2.1 The Firm reserves the right to accept or decline any request for legal services.

2.2 The Firm will not accept an assignment where it is evident that legal assistance is sought for an unlawful purpose, where the Client’s claim lacks a legal basis, or where there is no procedural means to protect the Client’s interests.

2.3 The Firm will not act for multiple clients in the same matter where their interests conflict. Nor will the Firm provide services where circumstances impair, or may impair, the lawyer’s ability to act solely in the Client’s interests (conflict of interest), unless the Client has been informed and expressly wishes to proceed.

2.4 Where a conflict of interest arises, the Firm will decline the assignment.

2.5 The Firm applies due diligence measures in accordance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws. The Client must provide all information reasonably required for this purpose.

2.6 An assignment is deemed accepted upon the conclusion of a Client Agreement.

2.7 As a rule, the Client Agreement is concluded in writing using the Firm’s standard form.

2.8 The Client Agreement may also be concluded in a form capable of written reproduction or orally. An oral agreement may be evidenced, inter alia, by the provision of information for service delivery or invoicing, or by payment of an invoice issued to the Client or a designated person.

3. Provision of Services

3.1 The Firm provides legal services in accordance with the Client’s instructions. The specific manner and strategy of service delivery are determined by the Firm, and the Client may not require the Firm to follow detailed procedural directions.

3.2 The scope of services is agreed in the Client Agreement and may be amended by mutual agreement during its performance.

3.3 Legal services are provided by a member of the Estonian Bar Association (the “Lawyer”), in accordance with applicable professional rules.

3.4 In assigning a Lawyer, the Firm takes into account the Client’s preferences, as well as the lawyers’ expertise, experience, and availability.

3.5 The Firm provides services in line with generally accepted professional standards and in the Client’s best interests.

3.6 The Firm will make all reasonable efforts to achieve the desired outcome but cannot guarantee any specific result.

3.7 The Firm will keep the Client informed of material developments and provide updates upon request.

3.8 The Client must cooperate fully with the Firm and provide all necessary information, documents, and explanations.

3.9 The Firm may suspend performance if essential information is not provided.

3.10 The Firm is entitled to take all lawful actions necessary to protect the Client’s interests, including representation before courts and authorities.

3.11 The Firm performs its work diligently and in accordance with the agreed terms.

3.12 The Firm maintains a client file and ensures its proper storage and confidentiality.

3.13 All information obtained in the course of providing legal services is treated as confidential, except where disclosure is required by law.

3.14 Confidentiality extends to the existence of the client relationship and the content of the services provided.

3.15 Documents will not be disclosed to third parties without a legal basis.

3.16 The duty of confidentiality continues after termination of the Client Agreement.

3.17 With the Client’s consent, the Firm may refer to the Client in its professional materials.

3.18 The Firm will provide the Client with completed work and documents but reserves the right to retain them in the event of outstanding payments.

3.19 The Firm’s standard working hours are 09:00–17:00 on business days, unless agreed otherwise.

4. Fees and Expenses

4.1 Fees are agreed in the Client Agreement, either on an hourly basis or as a fixed fee.

4.2 Hourly rates depend on the nature, complexity, and scope of the work.

4.3 In addition to fees, the Client reimburses general administrative expenses amounting to 3% of the service fee, plus VAT.

4.4 The Client also reimburses direct expenses (including state fees, notary fees, and travel costs).

4.5 Fee estimates are indicative and non-binding unless expressly agreed otherwise.

4.6 The Firm may request advance payment.

4.7 The Firm keeps records of work performed and provides them together with invoices.

4.8 The Firm reserves the right to revise its fees with prior notice.

4.9 Invoices are payable within 7 days. Late payment interest is 0.1% per day.

4.10 The Firm is entitled to payment for work performed even if the Client Agreement is terminated.

5. Client Rights and Obligations

5.1 The Client is entitled to professional, timely service and clear information regarding fees.

5.2 The Client must notify the Firm of any changes to contact details.

5.3 A legal entity Client must notify the Firm of changes to its management board.

6. Anti-Money Laundering Compliance

The Firm complies with all obligations arising from anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws and may refuse to provide services in circumstances предусмотренных by law.

7. Liability

The Firm is not liable for inaccuracies in information provided by the Client or for third-party assessments. The Firm is liable only in cases of gross negligence or wilful misconduct.

8. Termination

The Client Agreement terminates upon completion of the assignment or by termination by either Party in accordance with agreed terms.

9. Miscellaneous

The relationship between the Firm and the Client is governed by the laws of the Republic of Estonia, good business practice, and the principle of good faith.