Lieke Attorneys Ltd.’s dispute resolution practice focuses primarily on real estate, construction, and energy disputes, including representing clients in major litigation and arbitration cases. Team lead Marja Norrena has over two decades of experience in disputes related to commercial contracts, damages, and construction projects. Helena Kalmanlehto is proficient in both real estate and insolvency disputes. Maija Ahtiainen is another integral member of the team.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The dispute resolution practice at Lieke is headed by Marja Norrena, who does an excellent job of efficiently driving matters forward. She has strong and sound expertise in international arbitration, as demonstrated in the huge ICC case where we worked together.’
  • ‘Marja Norrena is well-versed in international arbitration and stands out as a team leader for her efficiency, responsiveness and sound understanding of the arbitration process.’
  • ‘Maija Ahtianen is an exceptionally intelligent and highly talented lawyer. She understands the law and is very easy to work with.’
  • ‘The practice is agile and very capable. The team members have an excellent ability to explain the chosen strategy in a practical and understandable way. And most importantly, they are very well business-oriented.’
  • ‘Maria Norrena: an outstanding, sharp-minded lawyer who keeps her cool and delivers every time. Perfectionist in a good way when it comes to high-quality legal services. Helena Kalmanlehto: fresh but talented partner with exceptional skills in dispute resolution, construction and real property.’
  • ‘If someone is acting as counsel for the counter-party in a litigation, he or she should be prepared for the fact that Maija Ahtiainen has turned over every stone and knows the material down to the smallest detail — nothing escapes Ahtiainen's attention.’

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Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

Marja Norrena

Other key lawyers

Helena Kalmanlehto; Maija Ahtiainen