Institutional investors and fund managers rely on Bird & Bird for its advice on PE structures and private financings. The team has recently bolstered its presence in the energy-related tax space and also distinguishes itself for its strength in VAT structuring. Ville Alahuhta is known for M&A related tax matters and W&I and tax indemnity insurance issues. Matias Vikström is also recommended.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘They have a genuine "client always first" approach. Always ready to run the extra mile and be available when needed.’
- ‘Practice head Ville Alahuhta is a great combination of client service, legal excellence and pragmatic business understanding. He leads his team always from the front line and carries responsibility. Matias Vikström is a promising next-generation lawyer with a clear passion for tax law and business.’
- ‘Hungry team looking for challenges. Ville Alahuhta is a strong and eager leader and is especially talented with fund structuring.’
- ‘The team is well led by Ville Alahuhta, supported by team members such as Matias Vikström and Elina Kaartinen. They cover all areas of tax law and have a very practical mindset, which is a key reason why we rely on their assistance. In today’s world, where everything changes very quickly, practical and workable advice is essential.’
- ‘Practical advice on the issue (and not theoretical advice), hands-on approach, also advising beyond what was the question of the client.’
- ‘Ville Alahuhta is my go-to on cross-border investment and tax questions. He explains options in plain language, includes costs and likely outcomes, and helps me decide quickly. He’s fast, calm, and reliable; drafts arrive clean and usable. I trust him on complex work.’
Key clients
- Oji Holdings Corporation
- S-Bank Plc
- Holiday Club Resorts Oy
- Leo Capital Europe Fund I Ky
- Patria Group
- CapS Procurement Services Oy
- Ekokuljetus group
- Legendary Capital Oy
- Government of Åland
- Merimieseläkekassa
- Hoivatilat Oyj
- Elisa Oyj
Work highlights
Advised Leo Capital on the formation of a €25m fund for Nordic B2B startups, including all tax matters relating to the fund.
Advised Mehiläinen's management and key personnel on a financing round exceeding EUR 2 billion.
Advised CapMan Plc and CaPS management on the €75m divestment of service business, CapMan Procurement Services Ltd.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Ville Alahuhta
Other key lawyers
Matias Vikström