LAWYER PROFILE

Suvi Knaapila

Europe 2026

Dittmar & Indrenius

Ranked in 1 practice area

Employment

Finland

9 years ranked

About

Provided by Dittmar & Indrenius

Practice Areas

Partner Suvi Knaapila, the head of practice, is known for her highly regarded expertise in the field of employment, benefits and pensions. She advises clients in all their HR-legal matters, specializing also in whistleblowing, internal investigations and HR related dispute resolution.

Career

Dittmar & Indrenius Attorneys Ltd. (2008–present)

Kesko Corporation, Group Employment Relations Manager (2014–2015)

Catalyst Microfinance Investors, Junior Legal Officer (2007–2008)

Professional Memberships

Finnish Bar Association, Member of the Board

Helsinki University Alumni Association, Member of the Board

International Bar Association

European Employment Lawyers Association EELA

Finnish Labour Law Association

Publications

Suvi Knaapila is currently engaged in co-authoring a treatise regarding non-competition and non-solicitation agreements. Suvi Knaapila lectures regularly in professional employment law seminars in Finland. In addition, she has for years represented Finland in the Annual Ius Laboris Nordic Employment Law Seminars.

Education

University of Helsinki

LL.M.

2008

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers European Guide

Employment - Finland

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Suvi Knaapila advises clients on the employment aspects of restructurings and on internal investigations. She also has experience in contentious matters around allegations of bullying and the interpretation of statutory obligations.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Suvi Knaapila stands out for her exceptional responsiveness and calm, business-minded approach. She combines deep legal expertise with a strong understanding of business realities.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Suvi is knowledgeable and able to converse at all levels of the organisation.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Suvi is highly skilled and quick to reply.
EmploymentChambers European Guide
Suvi possesses very strong knowledge of employment law in Finland and is a pleasure to work with. Her advice is timely, practical and thorough.
EmploymentChambers European Guide