Borenius has a stellar track record advising on high-value commercial litigation both domestically and internationally. Much of this success can be attributed to the team’s comprehensive offering, which covers investigations and arbitration for a broad range of listed and state-owned companies. Practice head Markus Kokko has recently seen activity representing clients in bankruptcy and corporate restructuring-related disputes. Kristiina Liljedahl specialises in disputes in the energy and green transition industry. Tero Kovanen has a broad practice, routinely advising on construction-related and W&I insurance subrogation disputes.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Kristiina Liljedahl is a highly skilled attorney and a recognised expert in dispute resolution. She maintains a professional and collaborative approach in all interactions.’
  • ‘The dispute resolution team at Borenius, particularly Kristiina Liljedahl, delivers highly competent and professional legal services in disputes and demonstrates strong collaborative skills.’
  • ‘Kristiina Liljedahl, Rilla Ojala and Vilma Haavisto, all exceptionally great lawyers and highly capable in dispute resolution.’
  • ‘I have worked with Markus Kokko for many years. He combines deep expertise with a genuine commitment to client success. He prioritises settlement as a fast and cost-effective solution, but is also ready to adopt a more assertive approach when necessary.’
  • ‘Tero Kovanen is very pragmatic and easy to work with and communicates clearly the key elements.’
  • ‘Kristiina Liljedahl is outstanding, highly recommended. She is very business-minded and seeks solutions and compromises from the customer's perspective. Pleasant person to work with, very responsive, she never drops the ball.’

Key clients

  • The Bankruptcy Estates of Mash Group Oyj and its wholly owned subsidiary Mash Finance Oyj
  • Karhu Voima Oy bankruptcy estate
  • Lindex Group Plc
  • Tamro Plc
  • Citycon Plc
  • Taaleri Plc
  • Outokumpu Plc
  • Agnico Eagle Mines
  • Lounea
  • Alva-yhtiöt Oy

Work highlights

Mediating international claims for damages close to 4 billion euros relating to an environmental accident.
Represents Mash Group Oyj’s Bankruptcy Estate in several complex litigations, including clawback actions seeking to recover the value of the transferred assets, management liability claims and a criminal investigation focused on an asset sale.
Advised an international listed company in Finnish arbitration related to the supply of LNG, force majeure, and the adjustment claim.

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Practice head

Markus Kokko

Other key lawyers

Kristiina Liljedahl; Tero Kovanen; Rilla Ojala; Vilma Haavisto