Corporate/M&A
Europe Guide 2024 : Finland
Band 2
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+358 29 000 6200About
Provided by Krogerus
As the Finnish market leader in this field we can provide you with some of the most acclaimed experts to advise you on all aspects of mergers and acquisitions, both public and private. Most of our transactions are cross-border deals. Our well-recognised expertise in this area also covers joint ventures and spin-offs. The size of our transactional team allows us to provide you with tailored teams whose unique input often provides a competitive edge. We also work together with other practice groups to respond to the individual requirements of each transaction. We pride ourselves in finding solutions through an effective process where we focus on the most crucial matters in each deal.
Chambers Review
Krogerus has a notable team advising on domestic and cross-border M&A. Its lawyers are also seen acting on corporate law matters, and frequently support both private equity houses and investment companies on transactions.
Work Highlights
- Krogerus advised VR Group on its acquisition of Arriva Sverige from the Arriva Group.
Strengths
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"The partner and team members are available all the time when necessary to fulfil all requirements. Their service level and responsiveness is outstanding and many times exceeds expectations."
"Krogerus's lawyers work really well as a team. They're very hands-on when discussing difficult matters."
"It's a highly skilled and experienced M&A team."
"Across the board, Krogerus's advice is of very high quality and always timely."
"The lawyers are highly skilled and motivated people who are always available."
"The partner and team members are available all the time when necessary to fulfil all requirements. Their service level and responsiveness is outstanding and many times exceeds expectations."
"Krogerus's lawyers work really well as a team. They're very hands-on when discussing difficult matters."
"It's a highly skilled and experienced M&A team."
"Across the board, Krogerus's advice is of very high quality and always timely."
"The lawyers are highly skilled and motivated people who are always available."
Notable Practitioners
Johan Aalto is a highly experienced practitioner with expertise representing industrial companies as well as private equity firms in acquisitions, mergers and public tender offers. He is also well placed to advise on corporate governance and capital markets matters. He joined Krogerus from Hannes Snellman in April 2024.
Mika Ståhlberg remains a leading name in the Finnish market. Highly regarded for his corporate practice, he advises private equity firms and investment companies on cross-border transactions.
"Mika Ståhlberg is very commercial and experienced. He has done lots of private equity transactions over the years. He is very client-focused, pragmatic, solution-oriented and responsive."
"Mika has been working on all-round M&A transactions over two decades. He understands people in tough negotiation situations."
"He is a solid pure-play M&A adviser."
"He is active and really good."
Marcus Möller represents private equity houses and investment companies in domestic and cross-border transactions. He is well placed to advise clients on acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures.
"Marcus Möller is a great lawyer."
Sami Martola advises a broad range of clients on M&A mandates. He offers particular experience representing private equity houses.
"Sami Martola is a very skilled and seasoned partner who always tries to exceed expectations."
Ranked Lawyers at
Krogerus
Finland
Members
Provided by Krogerus
Jan Johanson
Marko Vuori
Head of Department
Ville Hailikari