Legal Enthusiast

Building Trust with Legal Precision

Legal Expertise for Digital Solutions

Legal Enthusiast offers expert legal consultancy to help organisations manage digital transformation with clarity and confidence. With nearly a decade of experience, I advise on digital identity, trust services, contract law, and intellectual property.

My services are designed for a wide range of organisations – from tech companies to those in more conventional fields – that are embracing digital tools and processes. I provide practical legal solutions tailored to each organisation’s specific context and needs.

My approach is grounded in professionalism, transparency, and respectful collaboration. I believe that effective legal support begins with understanding your challenges – not just from a legal perspective, but also through your business and organisational goals and concerns. I work closely with partners, offering clear, responsive guidance and long-term support – always focused on helping you achieve your objectives and meet your needs.

Digital Societies

Clear legal and policy frameworks are essential for shaping a secure and inclusive digital society. I focus on supporting the development of these frameworks in collaboration with organisations across the public and private sectors, as well as international actors – enabling secure, user-centered digital services designed for cross-border interoperability.

Digital Identity and Trust Services

Secure and effective digital identity is essential for accessing services and enabling cross-border growth. As identity management and trust services evolve with technology and societal needs, they bring regulatory challenges – calling for frameworks that are both resilient and forward-looking.

IT Contracts

As technology evolves, so do the legal frameworks that support it. A clear and well-structured agreement is more than a legal formality – it’s a practical foundation for doing business. I work with businesses across industries to develop agreements that enable growth, foster collaboration, and keep technology and commercial goals in focus.

Intellectual Property

With technology reshaping industries, protecting intellectual property – whether copyrights, trademarks or trade secrets – has introduced a new set of complexities and challenges. A well-crafted and tailored IP strategy helps businesses navigate these issues and safeguard their legal and commercial interests in technology-related matters.

Kristel Rünnimeri

Founder of Legal Enthusiast

I’m fascinated by how technology can reshape societies, drive innovation, and improve the way we live and do business.

My professional background reflects my deep interest in how technology can foster innovation and development. I know that for technology to genuinely showcase its benefits, it must be supported by the right legal framework.

That’s where I come in.

I support organisations across diverse sectors by helping them make the most of their ideas and operations through legal solutions that are professional, pragmatic, and tailored to their specific needs.

I don’t see myself merely as a legal expert. I see myself as a collaborator – someone who helps bridge the gap between technology and legal compliance.

For me, legal guidance isn’t just about rules and regulations – it’s about enabling change, empowering people, and helping bold ideas lay the groundwork for a better future.

Legal Enthusiast is a legal consultancy focused on the legal aspects of digital transformation. I advise organisations across industries that are working with digital solutions and navigating evolving regulatory challenges.

Legal Enthusiast grew out of nearly a decade of experience at SK ID Solutions, where I worked on legal matters related to digital identity, trust services and international technology licensing – helping bring Estonian technology to global markets.

I also represented ITL Estonia in drafting DIGITALEUROPE’s position on the eIDAS 2.0 regulation, contributing to EU-level policy at a pivotal moment for digital identity in Europe.

My legal work has also expanded into cyber and internal security fields, with roles at CybExer Technologies, the NATO Cooperative Cyber Defence Centre of Excellence, and the Police and Border Guard Board.

At Legal Enthusiast, I combine legal expertise with a practical mindset to support organisations with actionable advice. Every legal challenge is unique, which is why I offer tailored solutions that align with each organisation’s goals and needs.

I believe that transparency and open communication are key to effective collaboration. I involve partners in shaping the best solutions and ensure they’re informed at every step – making legal support both trustworthy and accessible.

Experiences

What others are saying

I had the pleasure of collaborating with Kristel during her time at SK ID Solutions AS, SK ID, Tallinn, Estonia. We worked closely together in conformity assessments required for SK as a Trust Service Provider. The assessments were framed by the applicable European and national Estonian legislation on eIDAS (EU) Regulation 910/2014 for eID Schemes and Trust Services. Other applicable requirements were derived from technical norms like ISO17065, ETSI EN 319 401, ETSI EN 319 411-1/2 amongst others. Throughout our collaboration, Kristel consistently demonstrated a strong understanding of eID Schemes and Trust Services. She managed extraordinary well to bridge between legal, technical requirements and the organizational implementation in processes within SK ID Solutions. Her work was always marked by exceptional thoroughness, precision, and reliability. Kristel’s attention to detail and commitment to high standards made her an invaluable partner in these complex processes. Working with her was not only productive but also genuinely enjoyable. I would like to thank Kristel for her professional work, and I am gladly expressing these words of recommendation for Kristel wishing her all the best for her personal and professional future.

Clemens Wanko

Head of Trust Infrastructure Division/Head of the Accredited Conformity Assessment Body (eIDAS), TÜV TRUST IT GmbH Unternehmensgruppe TÜV AUSTRIA Group

Kristel is a highly accomplished legal professional with substantial expertise in the information technology sector, particularly in the areas of electronic identity and technology licensing, developed through her work at SK ID Solutions. Over the years, I have had the privilege of collaborating with her on a range of complex projects, including litigation and licensing agreements. Kristel demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to achieving results. Her ability to meet - if not exceed - project milestones within tight deadlines is a testament to her professionalism and dedication. I hold her in the highest regard and recommend her without hesitation.

Priit Lätt

Partner, Head of the IP/IT Practice group, TEGOS

Kristel led successfully on behalf of ITL Estonia the drafting of the DIGITALEUROPE`s position on the eIDAS2 regulation. Kristel understood the implications the regulatory proposal would have for the industry and showcased good leadership and consistency in formulating joint positions between the members of the working group. She has a lot of knowledge on working with draft legislations, both on national and EU level. Kristel`s persistent with making sure that legislation serves the interests of those it applies to and gives her best to contribute to that.

Keilin Tammepärg

Head of Policy and Legal Affairs, Estonian Association of Information Technology and Telecommunication (ITL)

Kristel played a key role in handling a broad range of legal matters during her time as a lawyer at SK ID Solutions. From working with complex procurement and commercial agreements to drafting trust services documentation, Kristel demonstrated tenacity together with her legal expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence. Her ability to take initiative with complex draft legislation and good representation of SK in collaborating with several stakeholders made her a great asset to our team.

Kalev Pihl

CEO, SK ID Solutions