HUGO.legal, established in 2019 by entrepreneurs Artur Fjodorov, Erki Pisuke, and Age Viks, is Estonia's largest legal services platform, connecting clients with experienced lawyers across various fields of civil law. The firm has provided over 181,000 hours of legal assistance, handling more than 92,000 cases for over 65,000 clients, achieving a 92% client satisfaction rate. In 2021, HUGO.legal secured a €3.5 million contract with the Estonian Ministry of Justice to offer affordable legal services to residents, underscoring its commitment to accessible justice.
Internationally, HUGO.legal has expanded its services to countries including Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Germany, Turkey, South Africa, and Indonesia. The firm has launched initiatives such as Frankbot in Poland, addressing unfair terms in Swiss franc loans, and introduced Dieselgate in the Baltics to collect claims against fraudulent car manufacturers. These efforts demonstrate HUGO.legal's dedication to leveraging technology for mass claim collection and management, enhancing access to justice on a global scale.
HUGO.legal's innovative approach has earned significant recognition, including winning the Nordic LegalTech Competition in 2019 and the Baker McKenzie LegalTech Startup Challenge in 2020. The firm's advisory team features notable figures such as former Vice-Chancellor of the Estonian Ministry of Justice, Marko Aavik, and entrepreneur and investor Rain Rannu. By combining technological innovation with a client-centric approach, HUGO.legal continues to set benchmarks in the legal services industry.
