HPP Attorneys enjoys a reputation for its strength in renewable energy transactions and green transition investments. Corporate practice head Antti Säiläkivi showcases expertise in the private equity sector. Overseeing the M&A practice, Andrew Cotton has seen recent activity advising on the acquisitions of technology and energy companies as well as on joint ventures. Energy transactions are central to Björn Nykvist’s practice.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They combine top-tier legal expertise with a modern, client-focused approach. Our team is agile, collaborative, and committed to delivering tailored solutions rather than one-size-fits-all advice.’
- ‘Andrew Cotton has a deep technical expertise, great negotiation skills and is calm under pressure.’
- ‘HPP runs a very easy-going and target-focused practice which we really enjoy working with, both from a professional and social perspective.’
- ‘Andrew Cotton is very experienced in W&I, which is a rare asset on the Finnish market. Björn Nykvist is easy-going and commercially sound.’
- ‘It is just great to work with HPP as no issue goes unsolved and the quality and efficiency of work is extremely high. Deals, corporate law and really all that you need for your business is there.’
- ‘It is just the perfect combination of great understanding and knowledge of corporate and companies legislation and extensive experience in that field that makes it tick. You get the advice that helps you in your business as well as ideas for smooth execution.’
Key clients
- Lumme Energy
- Climate Investment LLP
- PHP Holdings Limited
- Aquila Capital GmbH
- Kempower Plc
- QBE Insurance
- VSB Group
- TOWII Renewables A/S
- GeologicAI Inc
- Liberty Global Transaction Solutions
Work highlights
Advised Lumme Energia Oy and its sole shareholder Suur-Savon Sähkö Oy on a transaction in which Lumme Energia will merge with Oomi Oy, to create the largest electricity retailer in Finland with around 800,000 customers.
Advised Elementis Plc (market cap approximately £1B) on the simultaneous signing and completion of the sale of its Talc business to IMI Fabi S.p.A a global talc manufacturer, for an enterprise value of $121m.
Advised Elementis Plc (market cap approximately £1B) on the simultaneous signing and completion of the sale of its Talc business to IMI Fabi S.p.A a global talc manufacturer, for an enterprise value of $121m.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Antti Säiläkivi; Andrew Cotton
Other key lawyers
Björn Nykvist