Borenius’ capital markets and public M&A practice advises shareholders, issuers, underwriters, and arrangers on equity and debt securities offerings, IPOs, and de-SPAC combinations and listings. Practice head Juha Koponen divides his time between Helsinki, London, and New York and is a recognised leader in securities offerings, public mergers and listings. Deputy head Mia Mokkila is well-equipped to handle public tender offers and mergers. Aksu Tuominen focuses on disclosure regulation, while Eeva Terho is active on matters at the intersection between capital markets transactions and financial regulation. Kenneth Kraszewski, who joined from Sullivan & Worcester LLP in September 2024, has a speciality in deals involving the US. Eino Järnroos, who joined from Avance in February 2025, is also praised for being a ‘standout attorney’.
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Accolades
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Testimonials
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- ‘Eino Järnroos is a standout attorney who has provided consistently great work and critical support. He is my go-to person out of any lawyer in the country.’
- ‘Juha Koponen provides practical, no-nonsense solutions drawing on his great knowledge of the market. He's very well connected both locally and in the US.’
- ‘Deal team is dynamic, and everyone appointed to the deal team contributes. Borenius’ finance/capital markets team always keeps the arranging bank(s) well informed on the overall project status and key focus points. This is not common with other offices and is highly appreciated.’
- ‘I had the pleasure of working with Borenius in a highly complex transaction requiring seamless effort from capital markets and M&A teams. I was impressed by the commitment, drive and problem-solving ability of the team.’
- ‘Juha Koponen: he is a true partner in all senses. Eino Järnroos: able to turn thoughts into documentation in a swift manner. Kenneth Krazewski: calm and delivers what is needed, on time.’
- ‘High service-level. Fast turnaround times and the ability to drive their workstreams forward independently.’
Key clients
- Lifeline SPAC I Plc
- Exel Composites Plc
- Topdanmark A/S
- Sunborn International Holding Oy
- Nanoform Finland Plc
- Citycon Oyj
- Oma Savings Bank Plc
- Nightingale Health Plc
- Kesko Corporation
- Endomines Finland Plc
- YIT Corporation
- PHM Group
Work highlights
Advised Lifeline SPAC I on its de-SPAC combination with Canatu to form a publicly listed company through a share exchange.
Advised Topdanmark A/S on the Finnish legal aspects in Sampo plc’s recommended public exchange offer for shares in Topdanmark A/S.
Advised the finance parties on Mehiläinen’s notes offering for financing the acquisition of Regina Maria in Romania and MediGroup in Serbia.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Juha Koponen; Mia Mokkila
Other key lawyers
Aksu Tuominen; Eeva Terho; Kenneth Kraszewski; Eino Järnroos