Borenius’ capital markets and public M&A practice advises shareholders, issuers, underwriters, and arrangers on equity and debt securities offerings, IPOs, and de-SPAC combinations and listings. Practice head Juha Koponen divides his time between Helsinki, London, and New York and is a recognised leader in securities offerings, public mergers and listings. Deputy head Mia Mokkila is well-equipped to handle public tender offers and mergers. Aksu Tuominen focuses on disclosure regulation, while Eeva Terho is active on matters at the intersection between capital markets transactions and financial regulation. Kenneth Kraszewski, who joined from Sullivan & Worcester LLP in September 2024, has a speciality in deals involving the US. Eino Järnroos, who joined from Avance in February 2025, is also praised for being a ‘standout attorney’.

Krogerus demonstrates deep expertise across equity and debt capital markets as well as public M&A transactions. The team has considerable experience in complex deals, including public tender offers, de-SPAC transactions, and IPOs. Tom Fagernäs heads up the team and regularly represents in domestic and cross-border transactions, with recent activity in public takeovers. Managing partner Mårten Knuts is sought after for public M&A and for assisting with buy-back programmes. Credit institutions, investment firms, and fund managers turn to Paul Raade for advice in the nexus between capital markets and financial regulatory work.

Roschier’s capital markets practice is a top choice for its comprehensive expertise across rights offerings, private placements, demergers of listed companies and public tender offers. The department has an impressive client roster, featuring premier asset managers and investors. Co-head Antti Ihamuotila regularly advises on the offering of equity and debt securities. Alongside him, Petri Avikainen has over two decades of experience assisting Finnish listed companies and corporates on securities transactions. Seppo Kymäläinen specialises in public M&A and acts for issuers and PE-sponsored buyers. Johannes Ahti handles debt capital markets transactions.

Asianajotoimisto White & Case Oy’s capital markets practice is renowned for its strong cross-border capabilities, leveraging its network across the Nordic region, Europe more broadly, and the US. The department acts for major investment banks and corporates in both the investment grade and high yield space. Practice head Mikko Hulkko has a broad practice, advising on the full spectrum of both equity and debt capital markets, including IPOs, secondary offerings, and bond issuances. Jenni Nygård advises on a range of equity-linked, hybrid and debt offerings. Thomas Killeen assists PE firms, issuers and underwriters on the full gamut of securities transactions.

Avance is involved in significant recent deals, including de-SPAC transactions, complex public tender offers, and dual track exits. Public tender offers are a key area of activity for the department, which is overseen by Rasmus Sundström, a public M&A and equity capital markets expert. Robin Nordblad possesses a strong grasp of capital markets transactions with a nexus between the US and Finland. Leevi Mehtäjärvi remains an asset to the team, contributing his expertise to public M&A and securities law issues.

Castrén & Snellman’s deep bench of seasoned capital markets practitioners has a strong track record advising on high-profile public tender offers. The team also has longstanding experience assisting with debt issuances. Team lead Janne Lauha is a leader in securities transactions and is also deeply knowledgeable on the regulatory issues faced by issuers, financial institutions and shareholders. Sakari Sedbom, who advises on public takeover bids and right issues, and securities markets regulations specialist Anna-Maarit Laurila are also highlighted.

The capital markets team at Dittmar & Indrenius advises on debt and equity instrument issuances. Juha-Pekka Mutanen is at the helm of the practice, routinely handling the restructuring of high-value bonds and notes. Hanna-Mari Manninen focuses on securities regulation advisory matters, while Kristian Karlsson specialises in securities law and financial regulation.

Hannes Snellman’s capital markets and public M&A team has considerable strength across IPOs, public tender offers, equity, and bond offerings. The team is involved in significant transactions, including share buybacks, SPAC and de-SPAC transactions, and directed share issuances. Leadership is split between Klaus Ilmonen, Mikko Heinonen, and Sonja Siggberg. Heinonen is well-versed in securities regulation, while Siggberg guides clients on disclosure, corporate governance, and other regulatory issues related to securities. Anniina Järvinen regularly acts as lead counsel on debt capital markets mandates.

Waselius has a niche in securitisation and structured finance, advising on all aspects of securitisation transactions. The team is also noted for its expertise in the regulatory and derivatives aspects of these deals, as well as significant risk transfer (SRT) transactions. A ‘true powerhouse’, structured finance and securitisation expert Maria Lehtimäki leads the team and regularly assists with the securitisation of large portfolios. Timo Lehtimäki is a recognised leader in debt capital markets.

Bird & Bird‘s capital markets team serves a diverse client base comprising issuers, investment banks, underwriters, bookrunners, and sponsors. The team most notably advises on share issuances. Laura Huomo routinely assists with listings on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market Finland.

DLA Piper Finland Attorneys Ltd regularly handles listings and public tender offers on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market. Kristiina Hirva specialises in bond issuances and regulatory matters. She leads the team in tandem with Salla Tuominen, who focuses on ECM transactions.