Bird & Bird is reputed for its comprehensive dispute resolution practice, handling major arbitrations, litigation and trade secret and white-collar crime cases. Co-head Mikko Rajala predominantly handles real estate and commercial disputes. Tom Vapaavuori leads the team alongside Rajala and focuses on significant international trade secret matters. Ville Kivistö is well-equipped to assist clients with corporate crime litigations, and routinely assists with internal investigations, compliance programmes and regulatory issues.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very professional and in-depth analysing team, well-prepared and clear communication.’
- ‘Knowledge of the customer, understanding the business perspective and key processes.’
- ‘Ville Kivistö's background as a former police investigator focusing on financial offences and frauds has made him a very valuable resource and counsellor for our case.’
- ‘Ville Kivistö is an excellent dispute resolution lawyer.’
- ‘Tom Vapaavuori is a highly talented lawyer with a broad perspective, which gives him excellent qualifications to handle extensive and complex litigation. If I personally have a conflict of interest for a case, especially one involving the protection of trade secrets, I always recommend turning to him.’
- ‘Bird & Bird's dispute resolution team provides excellent and knowledgeable service. Key strength is knowing customers' business and providing solid and good advice in dispute cases.’
Key clients
- Metsä Group
- YIT Plc
- Konecranes Plc
- Danske Finance (part of Danske Bank)
- Abloy Oy
- Capgemini Group
- Delete Finland Oy
- City of Loviisa
Work highlights
Advises Konecranes Plc in a major dispute regarding trade secrets and competing activities.
Advised City of Loviisa regarding construction defects in city's construction project, against a major international construction company.
Practice head
Tom Vapaavuori; Mikko Rajala
Other key lawyers
Ville Kivistö; Risto Sipilä