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. Eino Järnroos, who joined from Avance in February 2025, is also praised for being a ‘standout attorney’.
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Testimonials
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- ‘High service-level. Fast turnaround times and the ability to drive their workstreams forward independently.’
- ‘Juha Koponen: he is a true partner in all senses. Eino Järnroos: able to turn thoughts into documentation in a swift manner.'
- ‘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.’
- ‘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.’
- ‘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.’
- ‘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.’
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.
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Practice head
Juha Koponen
Other key lawyers
Eino Järnroos