The capital markets and financial regulation team at Castrén & Snellman stands out for its expertise in both the equity and capital markets, as well as public M&A matters. The team regularly advises publicly listed companies, major international and domestic banks, corporate finance firms, financial institutions, and institutional investors. Notable individual Janne Lauha heads the team, and has been involved as legal counsel in numerous transactions relating to capital markets, listed companies and regulated institutions.
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Testimonials
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‘Janne Lauha (and his team) stands out as having exceptional knowledge and understanding.’
‘They have a no-nonsense approach which is based on extensive experience dealing with their counterpart on an almost weekly basis.'
‘They have excellent knowledge of the legislation and the relevant market practices.’
‘Good and clear communication and the ability to adapt to our needs.’
‘Extremely fast responses and immediate advice on complex matters. Flexibility with working hours.’
‘Long term relationships, focus from senior partners, good knowledge about our company and business.'
Key clients
- Purmo Group Plc
- Efecte Plc
- Caverion Corporation
- SATO Corporation
- Evli Plc
- Mandatum plc
- Multitude SE
- S-Bank Plc
- Huhtamäki Oyj
- Enersize Plc
Work highlights
Advised Purmo Group Plc, a publicly listed company on the official list of Nasdaq Helsinki, on Project Grand Bidco (UK) Limited’s voluntary public cash tender offer for all the issued and outstanding shares in Purmo Group.
Advised Efecte Plc on European 24 Bidco Oy’s voluntary public cash tender offer for all outstanding shares and options in Efecte.
Advised S-Bank Plc on four bond transactions totalling EUR 1.45 billion that provided financing for S-Bank’s acquisition of Svenska Handelsbanken AB’s Finnish private customer, asset management and investment services operations.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Janne Lauha
Other key lawyers
Sakari Sedbom; Anna-Maarit Laurila