Department profile
Dottir Attorneys

Corporate/M&A

Europe Guide 2026 : Finland


Dottir Attorneys

About

Provided by Dottir Attorneys

We bring clarity to complexity through all stages of the deal.

Our highly ranked team of M&A and corporate law experts advises clients on a wide range of corporate matters, including:

  • Private and public M&A
  • Venture capital and growth investments
  • Private equity
  • Initial public offerings
  • Fund formation and ESG
  • Corporate advisory

Our practice seamlessly blends deep industry knowledge with a fresh, forward-thinking approach. We are dedicated to bringing clarity to complexity as we guide our clients through all stages of the deal: from strategy and due diligence to contract negotiations and post-closing actions. Our corporate and M&A expertise is recognized by Legal 500 and IFLR 1000.

As a firm, we have our roots deep in the startup and venture capital ecosystem that emerged in Finland in the 2010s. Today, we are the most active law firm in VC and growth investments in the country and a significant player in technology-related private equity and M&A transactions.

We also regularly act as our clients’ trusted partner in corporate governance by providing board advisory and general meeting services as well as day-to-day corporate law support. In addition, we advise our clients in various shareholder and ownership restructuring matters.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Corporate/M&A - Finland

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Dottir Attorneys is widely recognised for its activity in venture capital deals and funding rounds. The law firm has particular expertise in mandates involving start-ups and technology companies, often advising on the Finnish law aspects of cross-border transactions. The lawyers are also well versed in corporate advisory topics.

Notable practitioners

Juha Nurminen and Katja Häkkinen are key contacts for the department.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • Dottir Attorneys advised the shareholders of Nordic Power Service on the sale of the company to Ernströmgruppen.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • The team’s ability to tackle complex cross-border transactions and its deep understanding of corporate governance and commercial law makes it highly versatile.

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  • The Dottir team has a flexible and personal approach. It is proactive and makes constructive proposals.

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  • The firm's structured approach, attention to detail and ability to explain complex legal topics in a clear and practical way gives us full confidence.

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  • The lawyers offer a very high level of responsiveness and availability.

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  • Dottir Attorneys is business savvy.

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Members

Provided by Dottir Attorneys

  • Juha Nurminen

    Head of Department

  • Katja Häkkinen

    Head of Department

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