kohtutega

Kohtutega is an Estonian phrase meaning "with the courts." It is used in legal, administrative, and political language to indicate that courts are involved in or consulted about a matter. The expression can appear when describing cooperation, consultation, or joint action with judicial bodies.

In usage, kohtutega signals that the courts participate in a process rather than being passive recipients of decisions. It is commonly found in formal documents and media reporting that discuss judicial involvement in policy making, regulatory processes, or dispute resolution. Typical phrases include koos kohtutega (together with the courts), koostöö kohtutega (cooperation with the courts), and konsulteerimine kohtutega (consultation with the courts).

Grammatically, kohtutega is formed from the noun koht (court) with the instrumental suffix that conveys accompaniment or involvement. The form is standard in Estonian for indicating that the courts are part of an action or decision-making process. Because it is a neutral, descriptive expression, it does not itself imply outcomes or judgments about the involvement of the courts.

See also: kohus (court), kohtulahendus (court decision), õigussüsteem (legal system).