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Roschier

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Finland


Roschier

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Roschier is a recognized leader in the finance and restructuring markets in the Nordic region. Due to our extensive experience, garnered from our involvement in a number of major transactions, we possess not only the legal expertise and technical skills required to advise you, but the sophisticated commercial perspective needed in today’s constantly evolving financial environment. We frequently help clients develop pioneering new products and structures, and we coordinate complex cross-border transactions and restructurings.

Roschier’s finance and restructuring lawyers take an active role in the development of the Nordic financial markets and closely monitor political and legislative initiatives to provide clients with the most up-to-date advice on developments affecting them and their industries. We have a practical, business-oriented approach and extensive experience in giving clients strategic advice on the structuring of deals and the negotiation of transactions. We involve specialists in related practices in order to develop innovative structures and provide a wholly integrated service.

Roschier works closely with a number of law firms across Europe to give our clients seamless cross-border service. By routinely working with law firms in other jurisdictions, we have established joint procedures and are accustomed to coordinating and leading cross-border transactions efficiently and effectively.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Finland

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Roschier boasts a renowned department that advises domestic and international banks, investors and corporates on complex banking and finance mandates. The team is knowledgeable in bilateral and syndicated loans in addition to debt capital markets transactions. The lawyers are particularly experienced in project finance deals in the energy sector, as well as acquisition finance, real estate finance and refinancing deals.

Work Highlights

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  • Roschier advised OP Corporate Bank on the refinancing of a credit facility for Special Mutual Fund Titanium Care Real Estate (AIF).

Strengths

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  • It is one of the most experienced teams for energy-related financings.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • The firm is very effective in process and project management.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Roschier has a very strong banking and finance department. It is a leading adviser in Finland.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • It is the biggest law firm in Finland, so it has a lot of resources and expertise in multiple areas.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Roschier knows the market and the industry very well.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Johannes Ahti
    Band 2Johannes Ahti

    Johannes Ahti

    Johannes Ahti frequently represents lenders, including syndicates and consortiums, in refinancing and acquisition finance mandates. He is also experienced in sustainability-linked financing arrangements.

    • He has strong business understanding and market knowledge. He is excellent in complex negotiations.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • He is a brilliant lawyer who is easy to work with.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Johannes Ahti is very responsive. He also has a good view of where the market is at and the knowledge to advise on complex matters.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Johannes is very pragmatic, practical and makes things simple.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Jonne Järvi
    Band 2Jonne Järvi

    Jonne Järvi

    Jonne Järvi predominantly acts for lenders and is renowned for his expertise in project finance and refinancing transactions, particularly in the renewable energy sector.

    • He is a knowledgeable person and is easy and flexible to work with. He is goal-oriented.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Jonne Järvi is service-minded and a pleasant person to work with.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Jonne is a leading finance lawyer in the energy sector.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • Jonne Järvi offers a very high service level, is easy to work with and can simplify complex matters.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
    • He is easy to work with and can handle clients both on the borrower and the big bank side.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Helena Viita
    Band 3Helena Viita

    Helena Viita

    Helena Viita is experienced in a variety of finance and refinance transactions, particularly those connected to acquisitions and real estate portfolios.
    • Helena Viita is a seasoned professional.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

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