Krogerus‘ banking and finance practice delivers comprehensive advice across acquisitions, real estate and project finance matters. The firm’s broad offering stands out for its expertise in both domestic and cross-border transactions for borrowers and lenders. Päivi Toivari spearheads the department and is a go-to for banks and asset managers. Heidi Kivenjuuri receives a steady stream of renewable energy finance and sustainability-linked financing matters. Jenna Kiiskinen, who is noted for her expertise in the real estate sector, is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The Krogerus team knows exactly what our company needs. They are in the driver's seat, and we don't need to take care of issues. The Krogerus team reminds us of what we need to do.’
- ‘Highly professional, solution-oriented.’
- ‘The team is attentive, easy to work with and very skilled.’
- ‘Päivi Toivari is exceptional in every respect. Great client service and exceptional legal skills. I highly recommend.’
- ‘A very strong, broad-based, and experienced team, capable of handling all types of financing work. Well known for advising on both lender and borrower mandates. The team is highly responsive, pragmatic, and solution-oriented.’
- ‘Päivi Toivari is one of the leading banking and finance lawyers in Finland. A highly hands-on, commercial, and quick-thinking practitioner, she consistently delivers clear and practical advice.'
Key clients
- Nordea Bank Abp
- Swiss Life Asset Managers Transactions AS
- Apollo EPF Management IV, L.P.
- Cibus Nordic Real Estate AB (publ)
- Heimstaden AB (publ)
- Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (publ)
- Alight AB
- OP Corporate Bank plc
- GoByBike Finland Oy
- Northern Horizon
Work highlights
Advised Alight, a Nordic solar developer and independent power producer, on securing non-recourse project financing with ABN Amro and SEB for the construction and operation of a 100 MWp solar park in Eurajoki, Finland, currently in late-stage development.
Advised Apollo-managed funds on the financing of the acquisition by Apollo-managed funds and Avant Capital Partners of a portfolio of 44 rental housing properties from Kojamo for a debt-free sale price of EUR 242 million.
Advised Special Investment Fund eQ Residential Fund III on securing EUR 160 million long-term financing with Nordea Bank Abp to refinance the existing debt in residential funds.
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Practice head
Päivi Toivari
Other key lawyers
Heidi Kivenjuuri; Jenna Kiiskinen