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Aleksanterinkatu 11,
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00100
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Lieke Attorneys Ltd. > The Legal 500 Rankings
Finland > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3
Lieke Attorneys Ltd. is recognised for its work in the corporate and transactional space, with key clients spanning the construction and energy sectors, with projects including advising a power company on an M&A matter relating to the construction of a nuclear power plant. Ville Vyyryläinen focuses on corporate mandates and has carried out several domestic and cross-border financings and M&A transactions; he also has notable experience working with Finnish energy companies. Jussi Ekonen stands out for his practice covering private equity transactions within the energy and infrastructure spaces.Practice head(s):
Ville Vyyryläinen
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘I am pleased that when I take contact the first question is “What is your business goal?”. I have rarely experienced the same business-minded approach with other practices in the field.’
‘Easy access at all times of the day. The team that is needed is out together quickly and gets to the point.’
‘Lieke offers a strong and dedicated bench of professionals in the commercial legal space in Helsinki. The firm is very attentive and active in pursuing difficult objectives for clients and their tenacious approach is unrivalled.’
‘Ville Vyyryläinen: very much a rising star of the Helsinki commercial bar and a very user-friendly counsel.’
‘Knowledge about energy sector and M&A.’
‘Strong knowledge and support for contracting.’
Key clients
IBM
Bittiriihi Oy
Cactos Oy
Amua Oy
Winda Energy Oy
Haminan Energia Oy
IVALO Creative Agency Oy
Ministry of Finance
SF Power Company
L2 Paloturvallisuus Oy, a Jensen Hughes Company
Straightforward Capital Fund Ky
Vantaan Energia
Suomen Voima Oy (Finnish Power Ltd)
Tampereen Sähkölaitos Oy
Temet Group Oy
Keravan Energia Oy
Puhuri Oy
Luxid Group Oy
Vitec ALMA Oy (former ALMA Consulting Oy)
Cupori Ltd
Ouman Oy
Suomen Hyötytuuli Oy
MAXA Holding Limited
Nordic Biotech Group Oy
Work highlights
- Acted as the legal adviser for Bittiriihi Oy and the other shareholders of Bitcomp Oy, a leading provider of geographical information systems for the forestry sector, on the sale of the shares in the company to Sitowise Oy.
- Providing legal services to the Ministry of Finance in several practice areas.
Finland > Dispute resolution Tier 3
Lieke Attorneys Ltd. handles high-profile litigation and arbitration proceedings including conflict management issues for a client roster of mid-sized and large companies and construction and energy businesses; the group is particularly active in claims arising from large construction projects and IT contracts. Marja Norrena has substantial experience representing clients in litigation and arbitration proceedings, and Helena Kalmanlehto is noted for her experience representing clients in commercial and corporate litigation, construction claims and insolvency proceedings. Annika Kiviharju left the firm in late 2022.Finland > Employment Tier 3
Lieke Attorneys Ltd. fields a pragmatic group, which handles employment-related litigation and executive level arbitrations. The firm has experience in occupational safety matters, collective negotiations and the other employment-related aspects of restructurings. Group head Marja Norrena has experience in day-to-day advice, employment-related disputes and matters related to discrimination and occupational safety issues.Practice head(s):
Marja Norrena
Key clients
Oy IBM Finland Ab
Cembrit Production Oy
Finland > Real estate and construction Tier 3
Lieke Attorneys Ltd. specialises in public and commercial construction and energy projects, including environmental and real estate matters, and acts for a client roster of project owners, private and institutional real estate owners, managers and investors. Juho Lönnblad co-heads the firm’s construction team, and advises national energy companies and utilities on waste-to-energy and energy storage projects, while fellow co-head Aimo Halonen advises energy companies and utilities on onshore and offshore wind power, bio and eco-power plant, geothermal energy and PPA projects.Practice head(s):
Juho Lönnblad; Aimo Halonen
Testimonials
‘The team has diverse competence. Collaboration is personal and the person with the best knowledge is always available.’
‘I have worked with partner Juho Lönnblad. His knowledge of architectural and construction business is excellent. He is available in the earliest convenience and co-operation is always personal, committed and specific. Juho’s network is outstanding and advice is wise.’
‘Lieke’s team is always concentrated, on point and they are very easy to communicate with. I’d say they differ from other attorneys by way of providing you the most practical advice efficiently and on time.’
Key clients
DEAS Asset Management, Finland Oy
Winda Energy Oy
Kymenlaakso Social and Health Care District (Kymsote), Carea Sairaalat Oy
Vantaan Energia Oy
Päijät-Häme Welfare Association
Suomen Hyötytuuli Oy
Senate Properties
SF Power Company
Puhuri Oy
Tampereen Sähkölaitos Oy
Aalto-yliopistokiinteistöt Oy (ACRE)
Rauno Saari Oy
The City of Helsinki
Jätkäsaaren Pysäköinti Oy (owned by the City of Helsinki)
Work highlights
- Advising Vantaan Energia Oy on four separate major investment projects, all in connection with the client’s strategy to be a fossil free energy producer by the year 2026.
- Assisted Puhuri Oy with the development of its wind farm projects Kesonmäki (7 wind turbine generators) and Kaukanen (8 wind turbine generators).
- Provided legal support to the two largest institutional real estate owners in the Otaniemi area since 2010.
Finland > TMT Tier 3
Lieke Attorneys Ltd.‘s TMT team has a strong track record in providing advice to internet and mobile service providers, software and web services providers, computer and video games developers, consumer device manufacturers and technology providers. The practice is led by Rosa Lång and also features Ville Vyyryläinen, who continues to provide clients with strategic advice on technology related commercial agreements.Practice head(s):
Rosa Lång
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘All individuals we’ve used have had good practical knowledge and focused on right things in legal agreements and contracts.’
‘Lieke has a diverse team of attorneys and they always try to find the best person/attorney to meet our needs.’
‘Industry knowledge, professionalism.’
‘Good general understanding about the area and the most common challenges regarding agreements and balance of power between suppliers and clients.’
Key clients
IBM
Bittiriihi Oy (and Bitcomp Group)
IVALO Creative Agency Oy
Cactos Oy
MAXA Holding Limited
Tramigo Ltd
CCEA Oy
Ouman Oy
Keravan Energia Oy/ Kerava Energy Ltd
Luxid Group Oy
Digi Finland Oy
Vitec ALMA Oy
A number of startups originating from Maria01 startup hub
Work highlights
- Acted as the legal adviser for Bittiriihi Oy and the other shareholders of Bitcomp Oy, a leading provider of geographical information systems for the forestry sector, on the sale of the shares in the company to Sitowise Oy.
- Advising Luxid Group Oy on all of its TMT law matters, including drafting several types of contracts, contract negotiations and IP matters.
Finland > EU and competition Tier 4
Lieke Attorneys Ltd. focuses on public procurement and competition law, and specialises in assisting contracting authorities with large-scale public procurement projects including work relating to power plants and healthcare services. The team has a broad client roster encompassing Finnish governmental bodies, state-owned companies and large energy companies. Team head Aimo Halonen has substantial experience in advising Finnish and international clients on energy, real estate, construction and development projects.Practice head(s):
Aimo Halonen
Other key lawyers:
Markus Pulkkinen
Testimonials
‘Easy to contact, take care of everything.’
‘Versatile competence and smooth interaction.’
‘Professional organisation, quick declaration of issues.’
‘The cooperation with the lawyers of Lieke has been very smooth and, as a client, we have received expert service from them and all Lieke lawyers we have used as part of our team and not just “external experts”. This has been a very pleasant way to work together.’
‘The people with whom we have cooperated during the long project have been very approachable, knowledgeable, professionals in their field who take the customer’s needs into account and actively seek solutions. It has been easy to trust them and their advice/instructions have been followed with a clear conscience. Thank you already at this stage to Aimo Halonen.’
Key clients
Lounavoima Oy
Ministry of Finance
DigiFinland Oy
Tampereen Sähkölaitos Oy
Keravan Energia Oy
Kymenlaakso Social and Health Services (Kymsote)
Päijät-Häme Social Health Care Group (PHHYKY)
Keiturin Sote Oy
Work highlights
- Advising Lounavoima Oy on its €112m waste-to-energy power plant construction.
- Acting for the Ministry of Finance of Finland on a variety of legal issues under a frame agreement.
- Advising Tampereen Sähkölaitos Oy on, among other things, several public procurement processes included in the new €160m Naistenlahti 3 power plant construction project.
Lieke Attorneys Ltd. > Firm Profile
Lieke Attorneys Ltd is a law firm with focus on energy and infrastructure, construction and public sector. We have also a solid dispute resolution practice complementing our service offering for clients.
Our services include advisory on commercial contracts, corporate law, M&A and compliance, employment matters, public procurement, environmental matters and land use as well as privacy and data protection matters.
Our professionals are experienced lawyers with diverse backgrounds and hands-on skills. We are committed to developing unique solutions for businesses of all sizes regardless of the duration or scope of the assignment.
Our services are always based on a client-centric approach, which aims to produce efficient solutions for our clients’ unique challenges. We agilely combine a team of professionals with the adequate experience and knowledge to meet our clients’ needs.
We value quality, efficiency, and carefully tailored solutions.
Main areas of specialisation
Energy and infrastructure: We are familiar with the regulation, procedures, and best practices of the energy industry.
We have experience in the largest projects in the industry – from nuclear power to wind energy, from biofuels to waste-to-energy and from LNG to energy storage. Our expertise also covers issues related to permitting as well as to transactions and financing.
Contacts: ville.vyyrylainen@lieke.com, aimo.halonen@lieke.com
Construction: We have exceptionally vast experience in real estate and construction related contract law, project management and dispute resolution.
In addition to resolving legal issues, our seasoned professionals work under our client’s project organization throughout the project. We operate as part of the project team, mapping contingencies and coming up with best solutions. With this approach we minimize risks, avoid disputes and improve our client’s competitiveness.
Contacts: juho.lonnblad@lieke.com, aimo.halonen@lieke.com, rosa.lang@lieke.com
Public sector: We provide public sector operators with support and solutions in a challenging operating environment, when needed, in cooperation with the private sector.
We act as a strategic partner for ministries, municipalities, wellbeing services counties and publicly owned companies.
Contacts: aimo.halonen@lieke.com, juho.lonnblad@lieke.com
Dispute resolution: We approach disputes by forming an overall picture of our client’s goals and strengths, and identifying possibilities of settlement. Our experts analyse each assignment and create a clear and straightforward strategy with a specific goal – win it or avoid it altogether.
In addition to dispute resolution, we help our clients in criminal procedures related to trade secrets, environmental law and occupational safety
Contacts: marja.norrena@lieke.com
Commercial agreements: We are experts in contract law and understand the different situations and business strategies of our clients. We identify potential risks, assess practicality and offer solutions.
Contacts: ville.vyyrylainen@lieke.com
Company law, M&A and compliance: We have vast experience in various areas of company law and mergers and acquisitions. We help our clients in matters related to corporate and financial arrangements, private equity, shareholder agreements and corporate governance.
We act as a strategic partner for our customers in all corporate responsibility and compliance matters. We advise customers eg building compliance strategies, implementing, and building follow-up programs to ensure continuing compliance work.
Contacts: ville.vyyrylainen@lieke.com
Employment: Our services in employment matters cover operational consulting, management of co-operation procedures, employment law litigation and the organization of occupational safety matters.
Our goal is to ensure the efficiency of our client company in all situations. We assist especially in situations of change, where we provide – in addition to legal advice – assistance in internal and external communication.
Contacts: marja.norrena@lieke.com
Public procurement: We have in-depth knowledge of public procurement legislation and practice. We assist all parties involved in public procurement, such as public authorities, municipalities, joint municipal authorities, government agencies and businesses, communities and companies.
Contacts: aimo.halonen@lieke.com
Environment and land use: Our comprehensive experience in environmental assignments and licensed projects guarantees the right solutions for even the most challenging situations related to environmental matters and land use.
We advise our clients on environmental law issues related to land use planning, transactions and energy projects, among others. In addition to preparing agreements that focus on real estate investment and the purchase, sale and rental of real estate, we assist in environmental permit processes, and in disputes and criminal matters related to environmental law.
Contacts: aimo.halonen@lieke.com
Privacy and data protection: Our extensive expertise enables us to solve our clients’ privacy and data protection challenges, taking into account the requirements of different industries.
We develop data protection know-how and act as a strategic partner who is involved in implementing and monitoring of the latest solutions.
Contacts: rosa.lang@lieke.com
Managing partner: Ville Vyyryläinen
Number of partners: 6
Number of lawyers: 32
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Energy & infrastructure | Ville Vyyryläinen | ||
Energy & infrastructure | Aimo Halonen | ||
Construction | Juho Lönnblad | ||
Construction | Aimo Halonen | ||
Construction | Rosa Lång | ||
Public sector | Aimo Halonen | ||
Public sector | Juho Lönnblad | ||
Dispute resolution | Marja Norrena | ||
Commercial agreements | Ville Vyyryläinen | ||
Company law, M&A and compliance | Ville Vyyryläinen | ||
Employment | Marja Norrena | ||
Public procurement | Aimo Halonen | ||
Environment and land use | Aimo Halonen | ||
Privacy and data protection | Rosa Lång |
Lawyer Profiles
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Maija Ahtiainen | Maija Ahtiainen is specialised in commercial dispute resolution. Ahtiainen advises and represents… | View Profile | |
Paul Durac | Paul Durac specializes in data privacy and commercial agreements. Durac assists Lieke’s… | View Profile | |
Jussi Ekonen | Jussi Ekonen is specialized in energy and infrastructure sector-related contract drafting, negotiation… | View Profile | |
Aimo Halonen | Aimo Halonen specializes in energy and infrastructure sector projects, including related procurement… | View Profile | |
Krista Hautakoski | Krista Hautakoski specializes in dispute resolution, employment and company law. Before joining… | View Profile | |
Mona Jortikka | Mona Jortikka is specialized in commercial agreements, company law, M&A and prevention… | View Profile | |
Helena Kalmanlehto | Helena Kalmanlehto specializes in commercial dispute resolution. Kalmanlehto’s dispute resolution assignments typically… | View Profile | |
Valmari Keskimäki | Valmari Keskimäki specializes in Dispute resolution and Commercial agreements. Keskimäki also advises… | View Profile | |
Iida Kivilähde | Iida Kivilähde specializes in assignments related to energy and infrastructure sector. Prior… | View Profile | |
Heidi Krootila | Heidi Krootila specializes in assignments related to commercial agreements, company law, M&A… | View Profile | |
Rosa Lång | Rosa Lång specializes in construction and IT law, project management and various… | View Profile | |
Mikael Lindqvist | Mikael Lindqvist specializes in public procurement and assists Lieke’s public sector customers.… | View Profile | |
Juho Lönnblad | Juho Lönnblad specializes in real estate, construction and project law issues and… | View Profile | |
Michelle Merlich | Michelle Merlich specializes in assignments related to energy and infrastructure and construction… | View Profile | |
Alisa Montonen | Alisa Montonen specializes in the drafting, negotiation and risk management of projects… | View Profile | |
Essi Niitynpää | Essi Niitynpää specializes in real estate and construction, as well as company,… | View Profile | |
Marja Norrena | Marja Norrena specializes in litigation and arbitration. Norrena regularly works with large… | View Profile | |
Amanda Olmo | Amanda Olmo specializes in assignments related to energy and infrastructure and construction… | View Profile | |
Riina Pajala | Riina Pajala specializes in assignments related to energy and infrastructure and construction… | View Profile | |
Henna Pajulammi | Henna Pajulammi specializes in dispute resolution and white-collar criminal cases. She has… | View Profile | |
Markus Pulkkinen | Markus Pulkkinen is specialized in public procurement, commercial agreements and IT law.… | View Profile | |
Mira Rantamoijanen | Mira Rantamoijanen is specialized in dispute resolution, employment and company law. She… | View Profile | |
Anniina Rantasalo | Anniina Rantasalo specializes in dispute resolution and employment law assignments. She assists… | View Profile | |
Roosa Suutari | Roosa Suutari specializes in dispute resolution. Before joining Lieke, Suutari worked as… | View Profile | |
Maija Tevajärvi | Maija Tevajärvi specializes in assignments related to energy and infrastructure and construction… | View Profile | |
Hanna Tolonen | Hanna Tolonen specializes in M&A transactions as well as company and contract… | View Profile | |
Hanna Tuominen | Hanna Tuominen specializes in contract, energy and environmental law. Tuominen also assists… | View Profile | |
Kristiina Välimaa | Kristiina Välimaa specializes in assignments related to energy and infrastructure and construction… | View Profile | |
Panu Vasama | Panu Vasama specializes in the law, contracts and projects regarding the operating… | View Profile | |
Kia Vuorenvirta | Kia Vuorenvirta specializes in company law, M&A and commercial agreements. Before joining… | View Profile | |
Ville Vyyryläinen | Lieke’s Managing Partner Ville Vyyryläinen has over 15 years’ experience in advising… | View Profile |