Borenius‘ leading capital markets and public M&A practice regularly advises major clients on IPOs, and first-of-a-kind public takeover matters. Additionally, the team has particular expertise assisting clients with equity and debt capital markets issuances, and related regulatory matters. Co-heading the team is Juha Koponen, who stands out for his significant experience in public and private mergers and acquisitions, especially in a cross-border context. Fellow co-head Mia Mokkila has over 15 years of experience in handling listed company transactions that involve complex securities and corporate law aspects, such as public tender offers and mergers. Other key individual Akseli Uotila is highly regarded for his expertise in capital market transactions and securities markets regulation.
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‘They have an extremely solid knowhow of various cross-border situations. Further, they possess a strong deal routine, which helps a lot in execution.'
‘Juha Koponen has massive experience, especially when it comes to providing a US angle. He has helped us with several cases during the past 15 years.'
‘Team understand customer needs, take responsibility, ensuring timely quality, and nonetheless run an efficient process in terms of resources spent’
‘Practical approach to encountered questions and willingness to search for cost effective solutions’
‘Juha Koponen is very hands on and accessible and easy to work with.’
‘Very good service.’
‘Broad and experienced team. Open to look for innovative solutions, but also strong understanding of market practices.’
‘Juha Koponen is very experienced and has a no-nonsense approach to ensure customer priorities are served. Juha also has a broad contact network internationally, particularly in the US.’
Key clients
- Lifeline SPAC I Plc
- Exel Composites Plc
- Topdanmark A/S
- Nixu Oy
- Nanoform Finland Plc
- Aiforia Technologies Plc
- PHM Group Holding Oyj
- Oma Savings Bank Plc
- Citycon Oyj
- Aalto University Foundation
Work highlights
- Advising Lifeline SPAC I Plc on its pending de-SPAC combination with Canatu Oy to form a publicly listed company through a share exchange
- Advised Exel Composites Plc on its EUR 21.8 million rights offering and related financing negotiations
- Advising Topdanmark A/S on the Finnish legal aspects in Sampo plc’s recommended public exchange offer for all issued and outstanding shares in Topdanmark A/S
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Practice head
Juha Koponen; Mia Mokkila
Other key lawyers
Akseli Uotila; Aksu Tuominen