About Me

I am the head of our Real Estate and Infrastructure Group in Finland and wider Nordic level. My legal approach to client work is strategic, solution oriented and pragmatic.

I specialize in corporate, M&A, real estate and infrastructure matters as well as resolving disputes. I also advise our clients in data centre and other industrial development projects, including site acquisition, connectivity, construction, permitting, environmental and other legal matters.

I also have considerable experience in sports and entertainment law. In this particular area my clients include Finland's leading organizers of concerts and motorsports events.

The business environment for our clients is increasingly complex and clients appreciate my experience in a wide array of matters - my legal approach is strategic but always also pragmatic. I am solution oriented and hold positions of trust, which provide me with insight into the latest legal trends in the business environment of our clients.

I am an active member of the Directors' Institute Finland and the Finnish Association for Arbitration. I'm also Chairman of the Real Estate Arm of the University of Helsinki, long standing member of the Court of Appeal at the Finnish Automobile Sports Federation and former member of the FIA's International Court of Appeal. You will also find me and my team listed in international directories, including Legal 500.
Education

Studied

  • Master of Laws, University of Helsinki 1995

Admissions

  • Attorney-at-law, the Finnish Bar Association 1999
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Testimonials

Sources remark that he demonstrates 'excellent client care'.

Chambers Europe, Real Estate 2018

Practice head Jaakko Hietala is recommended.

EMEA Legal 500 Real Estate 2017

He has exceptional expertise in the Finnish real estate legislation combined with in-depth understanding on global market trends.

Chambers Europe Real Estate 2017

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